team-member

Michael Albert Dedecker

Sacramento, CA

Licensed for 14 years

Law Degree

Awards

Primary Practice Area

Intellectual Property

Language

English

About

I received my Bach­e­lor of Sci­ence Degree in Biol­ogy at the Uni­ver­sity of Utah, while also tak­ing Chem­istry and Physics courses as well. From there, I moved out to Sacra­mento, CA and went to The Uni­ver­sity of the Pacific’s McGe­orge School of Law, where I received a Doc­tor­ate of Law degree, while also spe­cial­iz­ing in Intel­lec­tual Prop­erty Law (includ­ing Patent, Trade­mark, Copy­right, Sports and Enter­tain­ment Law). Dur­ing law school, I interned at the Pub­lic Defender’s Office in the Juve­nile depart­ment and began my career as a defense attorney. I really look for­ward to meeting you and help­ing you feel com­fort­able with under­stand­ing your rights and what to expect from the judi­cial sys­tem. I promise that I will do so with com­pas­sion and respect while main­tain­ing my eth­i­cal duties to my clients and the courts.

Practices Areas

Child custody

Family

Domestic Violence

Juvenile Law

Language

English

Contact

Michael DeDecker3128 O St.Sacramento, CA, 95816

Office: (916) 347-5989

Website: N/A

Reviews

Hector
August 30, 2018

I hired Mr. Dedecker for a dependency court case and the odds were really stacked against me. He fought really hard and secured my innocence despite the county counsel being against me. He took my case and he was optimistic about it from the start. He really cares and it shows. First he was incredibly knowledgeable. From the first conversation I had with him until the last he was able to successfully explain to me the process of my legal problem and what he was going to do to help me. He was very responsive to all my calls and questions and enthusiastic each time I spoke with him. I was shocked that he answered his phone on a weekend and was willing to talk to me! I definitely needed a lot of support during my difficult time and he was able to put me at ease. If you want an attorney that cares to listen to your concerns and helps you understand the system. I would recommend you hire Mr. Dedecker. If you find yourself or your family faced with allegations by social services, YOU MUST HIRE A GOOD ATTORNEY! Do not make the mistake of thinking that just because you are innocent things will “sort itself out”. I would whole heartily recommend Mr. Dedecker to anyone facing a dependency case involving a minor. He was an integral part in helping us get my son back and my wife. We will always be forever grateful. I wouldn't hesitate to hire Mr. Dedecker

Krista
July 23, 2019

I was referred to Mr. DeDecker through a friend who had hired Michael for his case. I was looking for an attorney who was smart, accessible, and a shark in the courtroom. He is just that. My case was very complicated involving a custody battle with my very young child. Michael was very attentive and listened to every detail of my case. He was not afraid to take on my case and start right away with getting things done. He was very honest and helped me navigate the waters as effectively as possible. One thing I truly appreciated is that he was very efficient when it came to email and phone calls. Michael always answered any and ALL of my questions in a very quick time frame and took the time to call me for any and all of my questions. He always kept me in the loop oin what was happening. Even if iI called after normal work hours he would take my call. When it came to the dealing with the very difficult opposing counsel he was extremely diligent on making sure paperwork was handled in a timely manner. Michael did not let the opposing council off the hook and made sure they knew we meant business. In the courtroom he is a means business. Mr. DeDecker is very smart and will to what is happening. I appreciated his strong backbone in the courtroom. I am so grateful for Mr. DeDecker's services. He truly is an amazing attorney. He is professional, persistent, compassionate and very very hard working, He does not simply take his clients for face value but truly cares about your well being and reaching the best outcome possible. He is invested in each and every case. I am so thankful for his services and will absolutely recommend him to anyone seeking a child custody attorney, We could not have done it without him.

anonymous
October 11, 2021

I write reviews next to never but felt compelled to write one today to let anyone who may be in a stressful custody/adoption situation to please give Michael Dedecker a call immediately! Michael was referred to me by another attorney and I’m most grateful he was! What started out as a very simple adoption case, turned into a long drawn out stressful ordeal. Michael was supportive and very attentive through it all. There were times when I felt hopelessness creeping up on me but Michaels care and confidence always helped me to recenter myself. We were in the process for over a year and a half and he was on top of everything the entire time. He knows the delicate nature of these cases well and handles them with great care, professional, wisdom, and attention. I will always have deep respect and immense gratitude for Michael. When our Son is old enough, I will tell him about the incredible angel disguised as an attorney that helped to secure his place in our family forever.

David
January 12, 2018

Michael was on call, when ever or what ever was needed he was there. As scary as these situations can be Michael made this process as painless as possible. When ever I have any legal needs I will be going to Michael and will refer my friends and family to him.

Chene
January 11, 2018

Michael was my attorney for the last year during one of the most devistating times of my life, dealing with family court is hard especially when it's about your children, and Michael was consistent and attentive from start to finish. Before I even hired him he made sure to answer all my questions and explain the process I was going to go through. He was very honest on what to expect and didn't sell me a dream. Any time I needed to talk with him he was available for me and also my very strong opinionated family. I could text him about an upcoming court date and he would text right back. I would recommend Michael to anyone and use him in any of my family court matters. I'm truly grateful for all his hard work for me and my family, thank you.

Venetia
July 26, 2017

Michael was a gem to work with! He made the process stress free. And not to mention I won my case because of him! I highly recommend him and if I ever needed an attorney in his field again, I would be contacting him! Sincerely, Satisfied customer

Tori
April 29, 2015

Michael has been our attorney for about a year, handling a complicated family matter. Michael proved to be exceptional to work with. He made sure he was very familiar with our case and was exceptionally patient with our many questions. He even spoke to involved family members to ensure the case would go smoothly. Michael was very timely and thorough in responding to questions at all times. I highly recommend working with Michael!

Mrs. Love
October 15, 2014

I say with honor and great appreciation for the help received by Mr. Dedecker, that he is on the ball at all times. His communication is well above superior, he has great patience an compassion for his clients. Most attorneys that have been in the field for years, get arrogant and forget why they became who they are, which was generally to help people with justice. He has continued to fight for justice for me and my family and now Justice does prevail! I would highly recommend him to anyone needing someone to bat for their justice as a individual who doesn't let his experience of work or allow money to blind him from being able to assist or guide you in the right direction. Again, I am honored to be able to give a review. He has great contributions of character, patience, honesty etc "When something isn't going right and Justice needs to be made...who should you call MIKE DEDECKER!"

Shamona Thompson Ross
April 12, 2021

Michael Dedecker was kind, patient, empathetic, and helpful. He listened to our concerns and responded with sincere wisdom that was supportive. I would rehire him and recommend him 100% of the time...

Charles
January 17, 2019

Mr. Dedecker was extremely helpful and reasonable for both my immediate family and I during a critical and short period of time. Dedecker was able to help arrange custody and visitation orders for my daughter and I and was completely honest and fair for the best interest of her throughout the whole process. As a father, I was afraid and worried that anything would jeopardize my relationship with my daughter, the time I would spend with her, as well as the time I would be away from her. However, attorney Dedecker was able to modify and adjust the needs of my daughter by giving her what was best for her, and that was for her to equally have both her mother and father. I filed for 50/50 custody, and Dedecker helped me do just that; and for that, I will forever be thankful for him.

Hector
August 30, 2018

I hired Mr. Dedecker for a dependency court case and the odds were really stacked against me. He fought really hard and secured my innocence despite the county counsel being against me. He took my case and he was optimistic about it from the start. He really cares and it shows. First he was incredibly knowledgeable. From the first conversation I had with him until the last he was able to successfully explain to me the process of my legal problem and what he was going to do to help me. He was very responsive to all my calls and questions and enthusiastic each time I spoke with him. I was shocked that he answered his phone on a weekend and was willing to talk to me! I definitely needed a lot of support during my difficult time and he was able to put me at ease. If you want an attorney that cares to listen to your concerns and helps you understand the system. I would recommend you hire Mr. Dedecker. If you find yourself or your family faced with allegations by social services, YOU MUST HIRE A GOOD ATTORNEY! Do not make the mistake of thinking that just because you are innocent things will “sort itself out”. I would whole heartily recommend Mr. Dedecker to anyone facing a dependency case involving a minor. He was an integral part in helping us get my son back and my wife. We will always be forever grateful. I wouldn't hesitate to hire Mr. Dedecker

Krista
July 23, 2019

I was referred to Mr. DeDecker through a friend who had hired Michael for his case. I was looking for an attorney who was smart, accessible, and a shark in the courtroom. He is just that. My case was very complicated involving a custody battle with my very young child. Michael was very attentive and listened to every detail of my case. He was not afraid to take on my case and start right away with getting things done. He was very honest and helped me navigate the waters as effectively as possible. One thing I truly appreciated is that he was very efficient when it came to email and phone calls. Michael always answered any and ALL of my questions in a very quick time frame and took the time to call me for any and all of my questions. He always kept me in the loop oin what was happening. Even if iI called after normal work hours he would take my call. When it came to the dealing with the very difficult opposing counsel he was extremely diligent on making sure paperwork was handled in a timely manner. Michael did not let the opposing council off the hook and made sure they knew we meant business. In the courtroom he is a means business. Mr. DeDecker is very smart and will to what is happening. I appreciated his strong backbone in the courtroom. I am so grateful for Mr. DeDecker's services. He truly is an amazing attorney. He is professional, persistent, compassionate and very very hard working, He does not simply take his clients for face value but truly cares about your well being and reaching the best outcome possible. He is invested in each and every case. I am so thankful for his services and will absolutely recommend him to anyone seeking a child custody attorney, We could not have done it without him.

anonymous
October 11, 2021

I write reviews next to never but felt compelled to write one today to let anyone who may be in a stressful custody/adoption situation to please give Michael Dedecker a call immediately! Michael was referred to me by another attorney and I’m most grateful he was! What started out as a very simple adoption case, turned into a long drawn out stressful ordeal. Michael was supportive and very attentive through it all. There were times when I felt hopelessness creeping up on me but Michaels care and confidence always helped me to recenter myself. We were in the process for over a year and a half and he was on top of everything the entire time. He knows the delicate nature of these cases well and handles them with great care, professional, wisdom, and attention. I will always have deep respect and immense gratitude for Michael. When our Son is old enough, I will tell him about the incredible angel disguised as an attorney that helped to secure his place in our family forever.

David
January 12, 2018

Michael was on call, when ever or what ever was needed he was there. As scary as these situations can be Michael made this process as painless as possible. When ever I have any legal needs I will be going to Michael and will refer my friends and family to him.

Chene
January 11, 2018

Michael was my attorney for the last year during one of the most devistating times of my life, dealing with family court is hard especially when it's about your children, and Michael was consistent and attentive from start to finish. Before I even hired him he made sure to answer all my questions and explain the process I was going to go through. He was very honest on what to expect and didn't sell me a dream. Any time I needed to talk with him he was available for me and also my very strong opinionated family. I could text him about an upcoming court date and he would text right back. I would recommend Michael to anyone and use him in any of my family court matters. I'm truly grateful for all his hard work for me and my family, thank you.

Venetia
July 26, 2017

Michael was a gem to work with! He made the process stress free. And not to mention I won my case because of him! I highly recommend him and if I ever needed an attorney in his field again, I would be contacting him! Sincerely, Satisfied customer

Tori
April 29, 2015

Michael has been our attorney for about a year, handling a complicated family matter. Michael proved to be exceptional to work with. He made sure he was very familiar with our case and was exceptionally patient with our many questions. He even spoke to involved family members to ensure the case would go smoothly. Michael was very timely and thorough in responding to questions at all times. I highly recommend working with Michael!

Mrs. Love
October 15, 2014

I say with honor and great appreciation for the help received by Mr. Dedecker, that he is on the ball at all times. His communication is well above superior, he has great patience an compassion for his clients. Most attorneys that have been in the field for years, get arrogant and forget why they became who they are, which was generally to help people with justice. He has continued to fight for justice for me and my family and now Justice does prevail! I would highly recommend him to anyone needing someone to bat for their justice as a individual who doesn't let his experience of work or allow money to blind him from being able to assist or guide you in the right direction. Again, I am honored to be able to give a review. He has great contributions of character, patience, honesty etc "When something isn't going right and Justice needs to be made...who should you call MIKE DEDECKER!"

Shamona Thompson Ross
April 12, 2021

Michael Dedecker was kind, patient, empathetic, and helpful. He listened to our concerns and responded with sincere wisdom that was supportive. I would rehire him and recommend him 100% of the time...

Charles
January 17, 2019

Mr. Dedecker was extremely helpful and reasonable for both my immediate family and I during a critical and short period of time. Dedecker was able to help arrange custody and visitation orders for my daughter and I and was completely honest and fair for the best interest of her throughout the whole process. As a father, I was afraid and worried that anything would jeopardize my relationship with my daughter, the time I would spend with her, as well as the time I would be away from her. However, attorney Dedecker was able to modify and adjust the needs of my daughter by giving her what was best for her, and that was for her to equally have both her mother and father. I filed for 50/50 custody, and Dedecker helped me do just that; and for that, I will forever be thankful for him.