Michael A. Troiano

Michael A. Troiano is a Las Vegas criminal defense lawyer and founder of The Law Office of Michael A. Troiano. He represents clients facing misdemeanors, gross misdemeanors, and felony charges in Nevada. His practice covers DUI, drug crimes, domestic violence, assault, battery, theft, robbery, sex crimes, weapons offenses, homicide, juvenile cases, and record sealing. He combines trial preparation with direct advocacy for people facing serious criminal accusations.

Michael earned a B.A. in Criminal Justice from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, and a J.D. from Duquesne University in Pittsburgh. After law school, he returned to Las Vegas, passed the Nevada bar examination on his first attempt, and began working as an associate attorney under an experienced Nevada criminal defense practitioner. His education and early mentorship helped establish a foundation in criminal procedure, case preparation, and courtroom advocacy.

Michael has handled significant criminal matters involving financial exploitation, theft, shootings, fraud allegations, sex offenses, and large felony prosecutions. His published case results include dismissals, negotiated resolutions, and acquittals. He has represented clients in matters receiving attention from the Las Vegas Review-Journal and local television outlets. Clark County has appointed him as an ombudsman in police-shooting fact-finding reviews, where he has questioned investigators and addressed issues involving police conduct and public accountability.

Michael A. Troiano has practiced criminal defense for 17 years and has received recognition from several legal organizations. His official profile lists an AV Preeminent peer rating from Martindale-Hubbell, a Super Lawyers Rising Stars selection, and recognition among Forbes’ Best DUI Lawyers in Las Vegas for 2025. His practice combines criminal defense experience, courtroom advocacy, case investigation, and familiarity with Nevada’s justice system to represent clients facing serious criminal charges.

Law Office Affiliations

• Owner, The Law Office of Michael A. Troiano
• Member, National Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys
• Member, Nevada Attorneys for Criminal Justice
• Member, American Bar Association
• Member, State Bar of Nevada

Licensed State

• Nevada

Education

• Duquesne University School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Nevada Las Vegas
  BA in Criminal Justice

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