Michael J. Petro

02/05/2026

Contact Federal Criminal Defense Attorney Michael J. Petro to discuss your CID and your options for responding strategically and effectively.

Share on FacebookShare on X Share on LinkedInA Civil Investigative Demand (CID) is a powerful investigative tool used by federal agencies to require individuals and businesses to provide information—often before the government files any lawsuit. In many cases, a CID functions like an administr...

01/13/2026

Attorney Michael J. Petro secured a significant win for his client, John Lee, in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit. On January 6, 2026, the court vacated Mr. Lee’s sentence and sent the case back to the district court for a new sentencing hearing.

Attorney Michael J. Petro wins a major 11th Circuit Appeal. Eleventh Circuit vacates John Lee’s 17-year sentence as substantively unreasonable.

09/25/2025

mjpetro is on the move and in the news today!

Florida's open carry becomes law Thursday!
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09/23/2025

02/06/2025

On February 5, 2025, 11th Circuit Court of Appeals Attorney Michael J. Petro filed his Opening Brief for John Lee. Mr. Lee’s sentence is two times higher than the recommended Guideline.

11th Circuit Court of Appeals Attorney Michael J. Petro has 35 years of knowledge and experience to help you succeed in your Federal Appeal.

05/10/2024

Federal Drug Crimes Attorney Petro has thirty-five years of experience fighting the FBI, DEA, and DOJ's drug crime accusations.

03/01/2024

Federal Criminal Defense Attorney Michael J. Petro is pleased to announce that he has successfully filed the appellate brief in the United States Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit in the case of United States v. Tangtang ZHAO, 23-3366. This significant milestone marks a crucial step in his pursuit of justice for Mr. Zhao, and he couldn’t be more proud.

Attorney Petro Files 7th Circuit Brief in United States v. Tangtang ZHAO. The brief is the first step in Mr. Zhao's pursuit of justice.

10/09/2023

https://www.mjpetro.com/press-releases/federal-compassionate-release-attorney-michael-j-petro/

Federal Compassionate Release Attorney Michael J. Petro is the best way to get your loved one home. Call now! 312-913-1111

04/03/2023

14th Annual HCBA 5K Pro Bono River Run and Judicial Food Festival was a great success. Thanks everyone for making this a great event.