Michael Farese

Criminal Defense: General Practice

4.0 (1 reviews)

Ashland, Mississippi

6+ years experience

Farese, Farese & Farese PA

Updated: Jan 04, 2026

Contact Information

662-490-7231

https://www.fareselaw.com/attorney/michael-anthony-farese/

122 Church Street, P.O. Box 98, Ashland, MS 38603

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Bio

Michael Farese is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Criminal Defense: General Practice, Criminal Defense: White-Collar and DUI / DWI Defense.Michael, who practices law in Ashland, Mississippi, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Michael is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area. Michael Farese is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Criminal Defense: General Practice, Criminal Defense: White-Collar and DUI / DWI Defense.Michael, who practices law in Ashland, Mississippi, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Michael is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area. Michael Farese is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Criminal Defense: General Practice, Criminal Defense: White-Collar and DUI / DWI Defense. Michael, who practices law in Ashland, Mississippi, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Michael is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Local Legal Snapshot

Jurisdiction

Mississippi

State Capital

Jackson

Highest Court

Mississippi Supreme Court

Bar Association

Mississippi Bar

Typical Consultation

$150-$350

Typical Hourly Range

$250-$600/hr

Fee Model Notes

Criminal defense matters are commonly billed flat-fee for defined phases or hourly for complex litigation.

Estimates vary by market, complexity, urgency, and attorney experience.

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense: General Practice

Awards & Recognition

Recognized: Criminal Defense: General Practice
Recognized: Criminal Defense: White-Collar
Recognized: DUI / DWI Defense

Recognized in Ones to Watch since 2025

Education

University of Mississippi, J.D., graduated 2019

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Reviews

Melissa Lewis

3 months ago

Skilled and dedicated counsel for a complex DUI case

I hired Michael Farese after being charged with a DUI that carried significant professional consequences. His profile, showing recognition in DUI defense, was accurate. He was incredibly thorough, explaining the science behind field sobriety tests and challenging procedural errors I never would have noticed. His six years of experience, particularly in the Ashland courts, were evident in his strategic approach. We achieved a much better outcome than I anticipated. My only minor critique is that during the busiest phases, email responses could sometimes take a full business day. That said, his expertise and dedication to my case were never in question. I highly recommend him for anyone facing serious charges in the area.