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Mr. Michael J. Wise

Mr. Michael J. Wise

Wise Law Group
  • Criminal Law, DUI & DWI, White Collar Crime
  • California
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Biography

Michael Wise brings 25 years of criminal trial experience. He has served as both a prosecutor and defense attorney. In that capacity, Mr. Wise has earned the respect of the local bench and law enforcement. Having secured several acquittals on a variety of cases, including homicide, sexual assault, rape, fraud, assault, domestic violence and others, Mr. Wise is regarded as the premier criminal defense attorney in Sacramento and Northern California.

Mr. Wise is frequently invited to speak as a guest commentator on television. Likewise, he frequently teaches Advanced Officer Training programs to California Detectives, focusing on their obligation to be ethical in their investigations. Mr. Wise also instructs students and regarding Concealed Carry Weapons classes.

Mr. Wise's reputation and experience frequently lend credibility to his defense of clients accused of criminal conduct. He is well regarded as an experienced, efficient and professional trial attorney who fights aggressively for his clients. That reputation also assists Mr. Wise in negotiations on behalf of clients who don't want to proceed to trial, but rather simply seek to resolve their case on the best terms and need their counsel to negotiate aggressively on their behalf.

Practice Areas
    Criminal Law
    Criminal Appeals, Drug Crimes, Expungement, Fraud, Gun Crimes, Internet Crimes, Sex Crimes, Theft, Violent Crimes
    DUI & DWI
    White Collar Crime
Fees
  • Free Consultation
  • Credit Cards Accepted
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
California
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Languages
  • English: Spoken, Written
Professional Experience
Wise Law Group
Current
Trial Attorney / President
Wise Law Group
- Current
I have tried multiple matters before jury ranging from simple DUI cases to assault, fraud, cannabis and narcotics matters up to an including gang allegations and several homicide trials.
Deputy District Attorney
Sacramento County District Attorney
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Felony Prosecutor. Emphasis in gang prosecution, domestic violence and serious juvenile offenders.
Trial Attorney
Burger Plavan Law Firm
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Represented corporate, private and municipal clients in complex litigation matters.
Deputy District Attorney
Contra Costa Distrtict Attorney
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Prosecuted criminal matters ranging from simple misdemeanors to felony offenses.
Education
California State University - Sacramento
B.A.
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University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law
J.D.
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Awards
Top 100 Trial Attorneys in California
National Trial Lawyers Association
Professional Associations
American Bar Association
Member
Current
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Sacramento County Bar Association.
Member
Current
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California State Bar
Member
Current
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National Trial Lawyers Association
Top 100 Trial Attorney
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Activities: Recognized as a Top 100 Trial Lawyer by the National Trial Lawyers Association.
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Websites & Blogs
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Contact & Map
Wise Law Group
455 Capitol Mall
#305
Sacramento, CA 95814
Telephone: (916) 498-9473
Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours (Today)
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
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