Michael S. Nissenbaum is an attorney in Birmingham, Alabama, concentrating his practice in criminal defense, DUI, expungements, juvenile defense and family law. He is dedicated to providing thorough and client-centered legal representation.
Originally from Chicago, Illinois, Mr. Nissenbaum grew up in Birmingham and earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in English literature from the University of Alabama, graduating a summa cum laude in 2009. Mr. Nissenbaum then earned his Juris Doctor in 2012 from the University of Alabama School of Law. He is a member of both the Alabama State and New York State bars.
Prior to going into private practice, Mr. Nissenbaum served as an assistant public defender at the Tuscaloosa County Public Defender’s Office. As an avid proponent for vigorous defense, he provides skilled legal representation to ensure clients their constitutional and statutory rights.
Mr. Nissenbaum began his career as a staff attorney at the Legal Aid Society of Birmingham, where he developed an ability to effectively defend and a passion to advocate for children in the juvenile justice system. By representing juvenile clients both as an attorney and guardian ad litem, he demonstrated a commitment to ensuring the constitutional rights and best interests of children.
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Michael S. Nissenbaum
Education
UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA SCHOOL OF LAW
Juris Doctor, 2012
UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA
Bachelor of Arts, English Literature, 2009
Bar Admissions
Alabama 2013
New York 2013