About Michael
Attorney Michael L. Guisti is an experienced criminal defense attorney based in Southern California, focusing on DUI and drug-related offenses. He was admitted to the California State Bar in 1999 and currently practices at the Law Office of Michael L. Guisti. His license status is active, and he has been involved in various professional associations throughout his career.
Michael Guisti graduated magna cum laude from Western State University College of Law with a Juris Doctor degree in 1998. He was the class salutatorian and commencement speaker, receiving the American Jurisprudence Award in Criminal Law. Prior to law school, he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from California State Polytechnic University, Pomona in 1981.
His practice areas include criminal defense, specifically DUI/DWI offenses, drug-related charges, juvenile law, and both felony and misdemeanor cases. He also handles DMV hearings, DUI checkpoints, and various drug crimes, including possession and trafficking. Guisti represents clients at multiple legal stages, including hearings, negotiations, trials, and appeals, demonstrating a comprehensive approach to criminal defense.
Throughout his career, Guisti has been admitted to practice in all California state courts and the U.S. Federal District Court for the District of California. He has received several recognitions, including the Marjorie Day Award from the Robert A. Banyard Inn of Court in 2004 and membership in the National Trial Lawyers: Top 100. He is also a member of various legal associations, including the American Association for Justice and the California Public Defenders Association.
Despite facing disciplinary action in 2024, which included a one-year probation and a 30-day suspension, Guisti continues to serve clients across multiple locations in Orange County, maintaining his commitment to criminal defense.
