Michael J. Griffith

Admitted to practice law in 1974, Michael J. Griffith has been representing criminal defendants and accident victims for more than 35 years. He is a dedicated lawyer who puts his clients' interests first, and who only represents individuals - not government or big business.

Born in Pennsylvania, Michael J. Griffith attended college at the University of West Florida in Pensacola, and he earned his law degree at the University of Mississippi School of Law in Oxford. After a stint with the Office of the State Attorney, 20th Judicial Circuit of Florida in the mid-1970s, he then represented clients as a Shareholder in the firm of Levin, Middlebrooks et al. until 1990. Today, he is the owner of Michael J. Griffith, P.A., serving individuals charged with crimes and injured in motorcycle and automobile accidents throughout the Southeastern United States. He is also an experienced family lawyer, working closely with high-net worth individuals, military service men and women, same-sex partners, and other individuals to complete their divorces and deal with child-related issues. Read more about Michael's practice areas.

Michael J. Griffith is a Life Member of both the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (NACDL) and the Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (FACDL). He is also a member of the Association of Trial Lawyers of America (ATLA), and has been named to the Top 100 Lawyers in Florida. Other attorneys describe Michael as, "a highly skilled attorney who may be counted upon to render a thorough and innovative defense," and "a nationally known criminal defense lawyer with a reputation for aggressively defending his clients." Clients call Michael a "fighter" and an "excellent lawyer" who "knows the law and is on your side."

When he is not practicing law, you will probably find Michael J. Griffith out on his motorcycle. Michael has been riding for more than 50 years, and has ridden his bike across the country. He is a member of the Harley Owners Group (HOG), the BMW Owners Group, the American Motorcycle Association, and ABATE.

If you are looking for aggressive representation that gets results, contact Michael J. Griffith today. Located in Pensacola, Michael J. Griffith P.A. fights for injury victims throughout Florida, and represents criminal defendants across the entire Southeastern United States.