Michael G. Raab

Michael G. Raab, Esq.

Michael Raab was chosen in 2005 as a "Rising Star" by his peers among the Southern California Super Lawyers, and has contributed to FORUM, the California Attorneys for Criminal Justice magazine. He is a partner in the Law offices of James Blatt and is dedicated to the firm's clients.

Michael Raab has successfully represented hundreds of clients in all stages of criminal proceedings in state and federal court, in trial and on appeal. He has written winning briefs before the California Courts of Appeal, California Supreme Court, 9th Circuit Court of Appeal, and the United States Supreme Court.

Along with James Blatt, Michael Raab supervises the firm's associate attorneys and support staff, providing them with his experience, guidance, and insight. Michael Raab excels in devising innovative strategies for resolving complex issues and achieving his clients' goals.

Michael Raab is a member of the American Bar Association, the Los Angeles County Bar Association, the San Fernando Valley Bar Association, California Attorneys for Criminal Justice, and the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers.

Michael Raab is admitted to practice law in the State of California, the United States District Courts for the Central, Southern, and Eastern Districts of California, as well as in the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeal. He has also represented clients in the State of Washington, Washington, D.C., Nevada, New York, and Hawaii.

Michael Raab has developed a sophisticated approach to legal writing and copies of his winning motions, briefs, and appeals are sought after by his peers in the legal community. His straightforward, ethical, and dedicated approach has proven successful and won him the loyalty of his clients and respect in the legal community.

An attempted murder prosecution, this case is commonly referred to as the “Vigilante Case.” This prosecution involved a defendant who shot a drug dealer in the back. Jim presented a “defense of neighborhood” defense...
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Jim avoided state prison for his client, who was allegedly involved with several others in million dollar real estate investment fraud schemes. After investigation and research, Jim discovered that the “key” witness against...
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The case was argued and won before the United States Supreme Court. In this case the Supreme Court established for the first time in our nation’s history, a standard for applying the 8th Amendment’s...
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Mr. Blatt was able to convince prosecutors in this Bellflower case to dismiss charges against his client, Marin Gomez, who was charged, along with two other co-defendants, with three counts of carjacking...
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Jim negotiated a “time-served” disposition for a defendant accused of numerous counts of attempted murder against police officers. The charges arose from a lengthy, high speed pursuit of Mr. Castleberry and his co-defendant, who...
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