One Accusation Can Change Everything
One accusation. One bad night. One wrong move.
Whether you’re a doctor, union tradesman, small business owner, or someone who’s never been in trouble before, when the police are involved, your career, reputation, and freedom are all at stake.
The wrong lawyer can cost you everything you’ve worked for and Fienman Defense was built to be the criminal defense law firm the people of the Philadelphia area need.
Attorney Fienman’s Practice Areas
Michael defends clients across Philadelphia and the surrounding suburbs — including Delaware County, Montgomery County, Bucks County — as well as South Jersey. From first-time charges to high-stakes, career-threatening cases, he brings the same level of preparation, strategy, and relentless advocacy to every matter.
- DUI Defense
- Drug Charges
- Theft/Shoplifting
- Fraud & White Collar Crimes
- Assault
- Domestic Violence
- Violent Crimes
- Sex Offenses
- Professional License Defense
- Weapon Offenses
- Juvenile Offenses
- Property Crimes
- Federal Crimes
- Traffic Ticket Defense
You Need More Than Someone Who “Knows the Law”
- A strategist who sees the whole board
- Somebody who anticipates every move
- A fighter who turns the tables on those coming after you
“Michael saved my future. He was honest, thorough, and aggressive.” — J.S., 2023
Hiring a Criminal Defense Attorney
The 1% Advantage That Wins DUI Cases Others Lose
- Standardized Field Sobriety Tests (SFSTs) are highly technical
- Often administered incorrectly
- Can be twisted against you
99% of lawyers have never been trained on them — but Michael has.
He’s in the top 1% of attorneys in Pennsylvania and New Jersey certified in NHTSA’s SFST protocols — the same training police officers get. He knows where officers slip, how to prove it, and how to turn those errors into dismissals or reductions.
If you hire a DUI lawyer without this certification, you’re leaving one of your best defenses on the table.
Read The Many Benefits of SFTS Training for DUI Lawyers: Identify Weaknesses & Challenge Evidence
Always Learning. Always Improving. Always Fighting.
The SFST certification is just one example of Michael’s commitment to continuous improvement. He invests significant time and resources in continuing legal education (CLE) across criminal, administrative, and licensing disciplines.
Tech-savvy and fluent in complex evidence, Michael is trusted by forensic and psychological experts who say he understands their analysis like a colleague — and presents it to judges and juries with clarity and precision.
Results That Protect Real People
- DUI Dismissal Saves Nursing License — A nurse kept her job after Michael exposed fatal SFST testing errors.
- Working Man Keeps His Job — Helped a tradesman beat criminal charges that would have cost him his union position and benefits.
- Insurance Fraud Acquittal — Not-guilty verdict for a business owner accused of felony insurance fraud, saving the company from collapse.
- Firearms Case Dismissal — Unlawful search challenge led to dismissal of all felony firearms charges.
- Licensing Investigations Closed Quietly — Boards dropped cases before hearings, keeping clients out of the public eye.
- Federal & State Criminal Wins — From complex white-collar matters to serious felonies: dismissals, reductions, and not-guilty verdicts.
Why People Trust Michael With Everything They’ve Got
- Featured in The Guardian, The Philadelphia Inquirer, Newsweek, KYW Newsradio, NBC, and nationally syndicated programs
- Invited by police departments (including the Fraternal Order of Police) to train officers — declined to keep the advantage for clients
- Known for meticulous preparation, decisive advocacy, and client-centered representation
“He fought for me like it was personal and guided me every step of the way.” — M.L., 2023
Core Areas of Focus
- Criminal Defense — State & federal charges: DUI, drug, weapons, firearms, assault, insurance fraud, white-collar, juvenile defense.
- Administrative & Regulatory Defense — Protecting jobs and businesses from investigations and enforcement actions.
- Professional License Defense — Guarding licenses, hospital credentials, and security clearances from inquiry to final resolution.
- Selective Civil Litigation — High-value personal injury, business, and partnership disputes where trial skill moves the needle.
What Clients Experience
- Direct communication with Michael — no handoffs to junior staff
- Clear, honest guidance on your best options
- Relentless advocacy from start to finish
“Professional, intelligent, and unshakable in court. Worth every penny.” — A.D., 2024
“Handled my licensing issue with precision and care. Made me feel like his top priority.” — R.B., 2024
Background & Community
- Education: Thomas M. Cooley Law School (Dean’s List); Dickinson College
- Bar Admissions: Pennsylvania; New Jersey; U.S. District Courts for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania and the District of New Jersey
- Memberships: Philadelphia, Montgomery, & Bucks County Bar Associations; Greater Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce
- Community: Lives in Lower Merion with his wife, two children, and two dogs; enjoys gardening, time near the water, and coaching youth soccer & flag football
Awards
Don’t Give the Other Side a Head Start
Every day you wait, the prosecutor builds their case. Every day you stay quiet, they get stronger. If you or a loved one need help from an experienced criminal defense attorney in Delaware County, Montgomery County, Bucks County, or anywhere in the greater Philadelphia region, call attorney Michael Fienman for a free consultation. We’ll discuss your situation, review all your options, and how we can help.