Michael J Cartier

PRO

Michael J Cartier

4.3
Rating: 9.0

Licensed for 40 years

Personal injury Lawyer at Norwich, CT
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Divorce & Separation, Real Estate, Probate

199 W Town St, Norwich, CT

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About Michael

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 40%

40%
Personal Injury 40%

40%
Probate 10%

10%
Real Estate 10%

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Contingency

25%-33%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Notable Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in Connecticut for 38 years

State: Connecticut

Acquired: 1987

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in New Hampshire for 40 years

State: New Hampshire

Acquired: 1985

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Puhlick & Cartier PC

199 W Town St, Norwich, CT, 06360-2106

puhlickandcartierpc.com

Online Presence

Other places you can find Michael online.

Michael J Cartier's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.3 /5.0

11 Client Reviews

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Posted by Beth | April 25, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation

Work injury.

I hired attorney Cartier years ago what an awesome job he did. Kept me informed at all times. Had some bad injuries on job he got me everything I needed to keep me afloat. I was out of work for several months. Great person. Thank you Me Cartier.

Posted by Louise | January 02, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

Car accident

Mr. Cartier did a great job as my attorney when I was rear-ended on the highway a couple of years ago. He handled everything from the insurance and medical bills to my deposition. He reached out to me several times over the course of my physical therapy. On two occasions, the other insurance comp...any offered to "settle" but Mr. Cartier advised me appropriately, he even reviewed the medical record with me on more than one occasion to ensure it was complete. In the end I did settle for an amount that I was satisfied with. Thank you.

Posted by Anne | May 08, 2015

Great attorney, he helped me with my divorce.

I was very pleased with how Attorney Cartier handled my case. He was very knowledgeable and kind, and got me through the whole process quickly. I highly recommend Attorney Cartier.He will go to work for you.

Posted by anonymous | April 25, 2012 | Divorce & Separation

very disappointing!

Back in 2009 I hired Mr. Cartier to fight for jurisdiction to have my divorce and custody case in CT. My husband at the time and kids were in Louisiana for 3 months temporarily while we had lived in CT for the past 4 years! My husband had the better lawyer who somehow was able to get Louisiana jurisd...iction for my case! I have spoken to other lawyers since and they all tell me that should have NEVER happened. The younger lawyer he was working with, I forget his name now, seemed to be more knowledgeable and was helping me. It has taken me years to fix the damage him losing jurisdiction cost me but I am well on my way, no thanks to him. Do NOT use this lawyer. Read reviews before hiring a lawyer that could change the course of your life!!!

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Anna Zubkova

Family lawyer | Jul 20

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Mike is very professional and knowledgeable attorney, especially in the areas of family, personal injury and social security disability areas of law. It's always a pleasure to work with Mike."

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Stephen Reck

General practice lawyer | Feb 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Without reservation Attorney Cartier is a dedicated and skilled advocate for his clients"

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Experience

Rating:  9.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Notable, Martindale-Hubbell

2024

Notable, Martindale-Hubbell

2023

Notable, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

1989

Navy Achievement Medal, US Navy

1983

Contracts Book Award, Ohio Northern University

Work Experience

2002 - Present

Managing Partner, Puhlick and Cartier

2000 - 2014

Adjunct Professor, UCONN

1985 - 1989

Attorney, Us Navy Jag Corps

1984 - 1985

Law Clerk, Federal Magistrate Court

Associations

2014 - Present

Plainfield Board of Eduction

Member

New Hampshire Bar Association

Member

Connecticut Bar Association

Member

Federal Bar Association

Member

2014 - 2015

New London County Bar Association

President

Education

1985

Franklin Pierce Law Center

JD - Juris Doctor

1982

Saint Anselm College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Publications

2000

UCONN Paralegal Student Guide Chapter 1, UCONN Paralegal Student Guide

Languages

English

Activity

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