Michael Kawi
A decade of experience fighting for your rights in State and Federal Court
- Biography
Michael Kawi is the founding attorney of Michael Kawi Law, LLC, where he dedicates his career to fighting for the rights and freedoms of individuals in both state and federal courts. With extensive jury trial experience, Michael has earned a reputation as a top-tier attorney capable of finding ways to succeed even in the most challenging cases.
Before starting his own practice, Michael worked as an Assistant Federal Public Defender at The Office of the Federal Public Defender in the Northern District of Texas in Dallas, TX. In this role, he represented clients sentenced to death in federal post-conviction proceedings. Michael also served as an Assistant Federal Public Defender in the Trial Unit, representing clients facing federal criminal charges, conducting multiple federal jury trials resulting in acquittals, and extensively litigating over 50 other federal cases.
Michael began his legal career as a trial attorney at the Miami-Dade Public Defender’s Office in Miami, Florida. Michael conducted numerous jury trials, bench trials, and depositions, building a reputation as a lawyer who tirelessly defended his clients’ rights in court.
Michael Kawi is a graduate of Georgetown University Law Center and is admitted to practice in Illinois, Wisconsin, Texas, Florida, the District of Columbia, and many federal courts. He is a member of multiple professional associations, including the American Association for Justice, the Illinois Trial Lawyer’s Association, and the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers.
With his extensive experience, Michael Kawi brings his clients a wealth of knowledge and skill. He understands the importance of thorough case preparation, effective courtroom presentation, and the ability to adapt to the unique challenges of each case. Whether representing clients in state or federal court, Michael’s commitment to justice and unwavering support for his clients make him a standout in the field of criminal defense law.
- Practice Areas
- Personal Injury
- Animal & Dog Bites, Brain Injury, Car Accidents, Construction Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Premises Liability, Truck Accidents, Wrongful Death
- Workers’ Compensation
- Medical Malpractice
- Birth Injury, Medical Misdiagnosis, Pharmacy Errors, Surgical Errors
- Civil Rights
- Police Misconduct
- Video Conferencing
- Fees
- Free Consultation
- Credit Cards Accepted
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Contingent Fees
For civil cases you do not pay anything unless we win. Even after we win my fees are lower than most law firms. As a former public servant I just believe this is the right thing to do. It puts more money in your pocket so that you can your family can have a happier more secure future
- Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
- District of Columbia
- District of Columbia Bar
- ID Number: 187223
- Since 2017
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- Languages
- English:
Spoken, Written
- Professional Experience
- Attorney and Owner
- Michael Kawi Law, LLC
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Current
- Winning in the law is a skill and I have it. Your case is important to me. I began my career as a public servant providing legal help to those who could not afford it for over a decade. Now I help injured people fight back against insurance companies that don’t want to do the right thing. In civil cases, you pay nothing unless we win. Just as important, even after we win our firm’s fees are lower than most other injury attorneys, so that you can keep more of your award. There is no gimmick or fine print here – its just the right thing to do and as a former public servant I am very happy whenever I know that my lower fees have allowed you to use more resources on your happiness and on your family’s future happiness. If you want my help reach out for a free consultation. Let’s fight back together.
- Assistant Federal Public Defender
- The Office of the Federal Public Defender, Northern District of Texas
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2018 –
2023
- Conducted jury trials, represented clients facing federal charges, represented clients facing the death penalty
- Assistant Public Defender
- Miami-Dade Public Defender’s Office
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2012 –
2018
- Represented clients in trial and post-conviction proceedings in Florida state court. o Felony Division: Conducted 11 jury trials, 475 depositions o Juvenile Unit: Conducted 12 bench trials, 89 depositions o Domestic Representation Unit: Conducted 10 jury trials
- Student Attorney
- Georgetown Criminal Defense and Prisoner Advocacy Clinic
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2011 –
2012
- Represented clients facing misdemeanor charges or parole revocation in the District of Columbia. Received The Michael Feldman Advocacy Award, given to the clinic’s outstanding advocate.
- Education
- Georgetown University Law Center
- J.D. (2012) | Law
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2009
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2012 - Honors: Michael Feldman Advocacy Award – given to the Criminal Defense Clinic’s outstanding advocate; Greenfield Trial Practice Award – Given to those who dedicate their first job after law school to public service (public defense)
- Activities: Trial Advocacy Team – Assistant Director
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- Sarah Lawrence College
- B.A. (2009)
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2005
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2009 -
- Awards
- Michael Feldman Advocacy Award
- Georgetown University Law Center
- 2012
- Given to the outstanding advocate of Georgetown’s Criminal Defense Clinic.
- Greenfield Trial Practice Award
- Georgetown University Law Center
- 2012
- Given to those who dedicate their first job after law school to public service (public defense)
- Professional Associations
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State Bar of Wisconsin
 # 1136571
- Member
- Current
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Illinois State Bar
 # 6347835
- Member
- Current
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The Florida Bar
 # 100276
- Member
- Current
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State Bar of Texas
 # 24133525
- Member
- Current
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- American Association for Justice
- Member
- Current
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- Illinois Trial Lawyers Association
- Member
- Current
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- National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
- Member
- Current
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- Publications
- A Law and Linguistics Analysis of Cross-Examination of Rape Complainants (Research Assistant)
- Websites & Blogs
- Website
- Michael Kawi Law, LLC
- Contact & Address
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