I have successfully defended some of the most serious crime, included life-felonies and aggravated sex crimes. Together we can present your best criminal defense as we fight to clear your name. My extensive criminal and civil litigation experience includes representing clients in contested and uncontested divorces, custody and support, alimony, and adoptions.
Whether you're facing misdemeanor or felony charges, you can trust our legal team and our extensive legal experience as both prosecutor and criminal defense to represent your case to the fullest extent of my ability and provide you with sound legal advice. Our Sarasota law office is available to help you avoid criminal conviction and prosecution.
Whether you're facing misdemeanor or felony charges, you can trust our legal team and our extensive legal experience as both prosecutor and criminal defense to represent your case to the fullest extent of my ability and provide you with sound legal advice. Our Sarasota law office is available to help you avoid criminal conviction and prosecution.
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I am an experienced trial lawyer focused on maximizing your recovery in personal injury cases, and defending your constitutional rights in criminal defense cases. I have worked for two of the largest personal injury firms in the country where I focused my practice on all personal injury cases. I have also served as a prosecutor in both Florida and Hawaii.
If you've been seriously injured in a car accident, you need a Florida personal injury lawyer that can provide you with the highest quality representation from start to finish. You'll need help with getting your medical bills paid, collecting lost earnings and getting your car repaired. You'll have many questions and concerns.
Facing criminal charges can be terrifying. Your reputation and freedom is on the line. If you are found guilty of the charges against you, your entire life could be disrupted. Fortunately, the criminal justice system considers the accused innocent until proven guilty, and you'll have your chance to defend yourself in court.
Being found guilty of a crime can result in devastating penalties that could disrupt not only your life, but also your family's lives. Public defenders have enormous caseloads, and may not be able to give your case the personalized attention it deserves. When your liberty is on the line, how can you expect anything less than undivided attention?
Florida Sex Crime defense is a highly specialized area of criminal defense. If you are unfortunate enough to be charged with a sex crime, then you need the best defense you can get. Most Florida Sex Crimes have mandatory prison sentences and carry lifetime sex offender or sexual predator registration.
Reviews (12)
Nicole Wiley
Dec 12, 2021
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Positive: Professionalism, Responsiveness, Value
Michael responded to my inquiry very quickly and honored his free consultation advertisement. His advice was thorough, honest and legally sound. Hopefully I’ll never be in need of this sort of representation again but if so I’ll definitely choose Michael.
Michael responded to my inquiry very quickly and honored his free consultation advertisement. His advice was thorough, honest and legally sound. Hopefully I’ll never be in need of this sort of representation again but if so I’ll definitely choose Michael.
Syrcharles Rounds
Dec 07, 2021
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Derek Fine
Oct 23, 2021
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Toby Beiler
Oct 20, 2021
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I hired him after we had our consultation and he told me he would be more than happy to take on the case. I gave him $1500 and he said he would contact me back in a week or so, he never contacted me again until I called his office almost daily and finally asked for a refund he then finally called me back and told me he’s not going to refund me and He can’t take on my case and proceeds to send me a an invoice for $2387 for work he never did. I just sent a complaint in to the Florida bar association and hoping he can’t do this to anyone again! PLEASE PLEASE do not give him a single
Dennis Allen
Oct 19, 2021
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Micheal is an upstanding pillar of justice in a bleak world of injustice. I extend my gratitude for the work and effort he put into my case of which I was very satisfied with the results. I would recommend Micheal over any lawyer I've ever met. As a matter fact I would never have recommended a lawyer before I met him.
Kara Strength
Oct 01, 2021
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Positive: Professionalism, Responsiveness
Mr. Fayard was great. I never had an issue reaching him. He always responded to my emails within an hour or two. I received an excessive speeding ticket(petty misdemeanor in Hawaii) he got it dropped to a regular ticket with a minor fine. He got me a quick resolution. I’m very pleased with the outcome. Thank you so much Mr. Fayard!
Mr. Fayard was great. I never had an issue reaching him. He always responded to my emails within an hour or two. I received an excessive speeding ticket(petty misdemeanor in Hawaii) he got it dropped to a regular ticket with a minor fine. He got me a quick resolution. I’m very pleased with the outcome. Thank you so much Mr. Fayard!
Jonathan Gyory
Sep 30, 2021
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Positive: Professionalism, Quality, Responsiveness
I cant speak highly enough about how happy I am with attorney Michael Fayard. He resolved my legal matter in a quick manner, and got me a very satisfactory result. I was very happy with his responsiveness to my concerns, and he always put my mind at ease during a stressful time. I highly recommend his services.
I cant speak highly enough about how happy I am with attorney Michael Fayard. He resolved my legal matter in a quick manner, and got me a very satisfactory result. I was very happy with his responsiveness to my concerns, and he always put my mind at ease during a stressful time. I highly recommend his services.
Mark Boucher
Sep 16, 2021
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Lawren Hh
Aug 19, 2021
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Michael Fayard was awesome to work with. I am extremely happy with the outcome of my case. I was on the verge of getting my license suspended for six months and also facing a criminal charge against me but he was able to get my charge reduced down. All I ended up having to do was take a drivers Ed course and pay the court money. If you need a great lawyer I highly recommend contacting him.
Melissa Weilbaecher
Aug 04, 2021
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Critical: Professionalism, Responsiveness
I hired him on the 7th of July took my money immediately. I understood he was going out of town but he said he works all the time. I heard nothing. I asked for my retainer back 2500.00 He never got back to me his paralegal Cathy would keep saying I will give him a message unacceptable. He took all that money and did nothing.
I hired him on the 7th of July took my money immediately. I understood he was going out of town but he said he works all the time. I heard nothing. I asked for my retainer back 2500.00 He never got back to me his paralegal Cathy would keep saying I will give him a message unacceptable. He took all that money and did nothing.
Matt Owen
May 29, 2018
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Lamar Brantley
Mar 26, 2018
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