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Lawyer Michael Kotik Tenacious. Skilled. Proven.

As a founding partner at SKA Law Group, LLC, Lawyer Michael Kotik is recognized for his strategic preparation, strong courtroom presence, and commitment to protecting his clients’ rights. Drawing on his early career at the Philadelphia District Attorney’s Office and years of private defense practice, Lawyer Michael Kotik has built a reputation for delivering personalized strategies and results-driven advocacy in cases ranging from DUI and assault to complex white-collar and federal charges.

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About Lawyer Michael Kotik

Every client deserves a strong defense. No matter the charge

Lawyer Michael N. Kotik is a Philadelphia-based criminal defense attorney with more than 15 years of experience guiding clients through some of the most complex legal challenges.

He has built his career on thorough preparation, sharp courtroom advocacy, and a steadfast commitment to protecting the rights of those he represents.

His practice covers a wide range of criminal charges, including DUI, assault, drug crimes, sex offenses, theft, white-collar investigations, and weapons violations. Licensed in both Pennsylvania and New Jersey, Lawyer Michael Kotik has defended clients in courts across the region, from local misdemeanor cases to high-stakes federal matters.


Experience

Charges and Cases Lawyer Michael Kotik has Defended

Lawyer Michael Kotik defends drug related crimes
Drug Related Crimes
Lawyer Michael Kotik defends DUI charges
DUI and Vehicle Offenses
Lawyer Michael Kotik defends assault charges
Assault Charges
Lawyer Michael Kotik defends property crimes
Property Crimes
Lawyer Michael Kotik defends fraud and forgery charges
Fraud and Forgery
Lawyer Michael Kotik defends homicide and firearms charges
Homicide Charges

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Michael Kotik has been called upon to defend clients in high-profile cases involving serious weapons charges, securing resolutions even when public scrutiny is intense. His ability to negotiate in complex legal situations—waiving procedural rights when strategically advantageous, or pushing forward only when necessary—has drawn attention from media outlets tracing the twists and turns of such trials.

Across multiple jurisdictions, Lawyer Michael Kotik’s defense work spans both youth and adult defendants. Despite these varied and challenging cases, Kotik has become known not just for his courtroom presence, but for a willingness to take on cases where the pressure is high and the stakes are higher, always pushing toward results that uphold due process and protect the client’s future.

Integrity in Advocacy

Michael Kotik is guided by the principle that every client deserves a fair defense. His integrity and commitment to upholding constitutional rights shape every case strategy, ensuring clients are represented with honesty, respect, and determination.

Relentless Defense

From high-stakes trials to sensitive negotiations, Attorney Kotik approaches each case with relentless focus. His reputation is built on tireless preparation, sharp legal insight, and a refusal to back down when his clients’ futures are on the line.

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Millville Man Pleads Not Guilty to Valero Murder

Article from NJ.com by Jason Laday

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All Charges Dismissed Against Towamencin Brothers Accused of Kidnapping, Raping Teen Boy

Article from North Penn Now.com by Keith Heffintrayer

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Weapon Charge against Sun Peng, Di Ying’s son dropped

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Let’s Achieve the Best Outcome For Your Case

Lawyer Michael Kotik has represented individuals in criminal cases involving allegations of violence, kidnapping, and sexual assault. These matters often carry both heavy emotional weight for the community and significant legal risk for the accused. Kotik’s role in obtaining dismissals or dramatic reductions under such circumstances demonstrates his commitment to safeguarding clients’ rights under the most difficult conditions.

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Personalized Attention, Proven Results
Trusted by Hundreds of Clients
Always Accessible When It Matters Most

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Case results: The proof

Lawyer Michael Kotik Consistently Shows Up For You

Receiving stolen property case dismissed
Aggravated assault-attempts to cause or causes bodily injury with deadly weapon/possession of instrument of crime with intent case dismissed
Simple assault/harassment case withdrawn
Simple assault/recklessly endangering another person/aggravated assault case dismissed

Every client deserves to be heard and defended with the full weight of the law behind them. Whether you’re facing your first charge or fighting to clear your name, I approach each case with the same intensity and preparation as if it were my own.

Lawyer Michael Kotik