Michael Howard Berg

Michael Berg is a seasoned criminal defense attorney who is unwaveringly committed to providing outstanding representation to his clients. Having defended over 1,000 clients across Los Angeles, Orange, San Bernardino, Riverside, Ventura, Santa Barbara, San Diego, Imperial, and Kern counties, Michael is well-versed in handling a wide spectrum of charges, including serious felonies like murder, sex crimes, and drug offenses, as well as misdemeanors like DUI and theft. His legal acumen extends to handling probation violations, pre-filing investigations, and negotiations with law enforcement and prosecutors. Michael also advocates for victims of domestic violence. He leverages his extensive experience to forge strong relationships with judicial officers, crafting strategies that often include "humanizing" clients and presenting mitigating factors. Collaborating with expert witnesses in diverse areas, he consistently prepares compelling arguments for both pre-trial and trial phases. A graduate of Southwestern University School of Law in 2005, Michael honed his skills as a law clerk in the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office and the Los Angeles City Attorney’s Office, overseeing numerous arraignments and bail motions.