About Michael R
Michael R Hanrahan built a path to the law that began with numbers. He graduated from the University of Wisconsin–Madison in 1976 with a B.S. in Mathematics and Computer Science, then went on to earn his J.D. from the University of Miami School of Law in 1987. Those two parts of his education have shaped the way he approaches legal problems: methodically, and with attention to detail.
He entered legal practice after law school and by 1994 had established his own firm, Michael R. Hanrahan, P.A. He has managed that practice since its founding. Over time the office has focused on criminal defense work. Running a small firm meant taking on many roles — counselor, investigator, trial lawyer and the steady point of contact for clients facing difficult charges.
Hanrahan brings an analytical frame to cases. His undergraduate training in math and computer science informs how he organizes evidence, evaluates witness statements and breaks down complex procedural issues. He treats each file as a series of discrete problems that must be resolved in sequence. That pragmatic orientation is evident in his courtroom work and in the way he prepares for hearings.
Clients find him direct in his communications. He explains options plainly and sets expectations about procedure and timing. In court he handles motions and contested hearings, and he represents people through the stages of prosecution, from arraignment to trial. The practice handles a range of criminal matters rather than a single specialty; Hanrahan’s background in rigorous analysis is one thread that runs through the work.
Outside the courtroom, overseeing a firm requires attention to logistics and client service. Hanrahan’s years in practice have involved both the legal strategy on a case and the practical tasks that keep a small law office functioning. That combination shapes how he staffs matters and how he approaches case preparation.
He continues to practice criminal defense at Michael R. Hanrahan, P.A., where his work focuses on defending clients in criminal matters and guiding them through the legal process.
