David M. Sinutko

David M. Sinutko

4.6
Rating: 3.0

Licensed for 30 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Utica, MI
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Divorce & Separation

8300 Hall Road, Suite 202, Utica, MI

About David

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 500-600 per hour

Contingency

33%-33%

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Michigan for 30 years

State: Michigan

Acquired: 1995

Active in Good Standing

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2025

Location

SINUTKO SINUTKO LAW GROUP

8300 Hall Road, Suite 202, Utica, MI, 48317

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David M. Sinutko's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.6 /5.0

30 Client Reviews

Showing 6 - 10 of 27 reviews | 5 stars

Posted by anonymous | December 04, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Excellent Attorney

I retained Attorney Sinutko to represent me in a divorce case. I highly recommend him. Mr. Sinutko was extremely attentive to my case. He promptly answered any questions that I had with great detail. Mr. Sinutko achieved a tremendous result for me and I was beyond satisfied. He was worth every penny... that I paid. I would not hesitate to refer Attorney Sinutko to anyone for divorce, custody or spousal support cases. He is amazing!

Posted by anonymous | August 07, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Great Lawyer

Mr. Sinutko took the time to listen to me about my case, messaged with me in my preferred method, and was timely and passionate in court when advocating for my case. It is clear he is well respected in the community, but he still was down to earth and caring towards me and my family members when we ...had questions about the process. I was so happy to have chosen him and don't think I would've gotten the same results with someone else. I highly recommend Mr. Sinutko!!!

Posted by anonymous | June 18, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Awesome!

I was referred to David, and glad I was! Even though it took longer than I thought, it was definitely worth it and he won my case. Great lawyer.

Posted by anonymous | May 21, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Highly Recommend!

If you find yourself in an unfortunate circumstance and need a lawyer, I highly recommend Mr David Sinutko. He came highly recommended to me and I am beyond thankful I hired him. Mr Sinutko was excellent in dealing with my case. Very personable, knowledgeable and always available to answer any questi...ons. I would not hesitate to recommend Mr. Sinutko to anyone needing a defense attorney.

Posted by Robert | May 14, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Legal Stud

David is a calm, professional straight shooter who tells it like it is... no matter if it's what you want to hear. He has changed my life for the better going through self=inflicted choices. Amazing negotiator keeping me out of trouble so I can improve being a better community member. David is by ...far the most confident and wins!

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David M. Sinutko's Lawyer Endorsements

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William Barnwell

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Very well-respected attorney who delivers solid results for clients."

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Benjamin Schock

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"David is an outstanding criminal defense attorney. We frequently refer him our most complicated criminal matters and receive nothing but positive feedback."

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Glenn Mccandliss

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  3.0 (Caution)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2025.

Reprimand issued in MI, 2025

updated on 10/28/2025

Reprimand means an attorney did something wrong but may still practice law. The State gives the lawyer a public reprimand in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior. Details of the infraction are made part of the public record.

Honors

2020

TOP CRIMINAL DEFENSE ATTORNEY, Attorney and Practice Magazine

Work Experience

1995 - Present

PARTNER, SINUTKO SINUTKO LAW GROUP

Associations

Wayne County Criminal Advocacy Program Participant

Macomb County Bar Association

State Bar of Michigan

Education

1994

Detroit College of Law

JURIS DOCTORATE

1989

Michigan State University

BACHELOR OF ARTS

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