David M. Sinutko

David M. Sinutko

4.6
Rating: 3.9

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 16 - 20 of 27 reviews | 5 stars

Posted by Ryan Carver | April 25, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Outstanding Lawyer!!!

I was referred to David by a former Police coworker. David answered my first phone call and went straight to work for me. He has taken his time effortlessly even after hours to attend himself to my consults. He has worked countless hours for me and has been a great help in my cases. He manages himsel...f well and is very aggressive towards getting what you deserve. He will battle relentlessly and does not give into nonsense. David has been a great friend and someone who I know I can count on. Even when my funds have been very low, David has been the man that I can count on when it’s time to show in court and work for me. I will surely recommend and always use his practice when it’s needed. Thank you so much David sinutko.

Posted by anonymous | November 21, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Highly recommend

Mr. Sinutko is the best lawyer I have ever hired hands down. I spent more than $60,000 with 4 attorneys who landed me in jail simply because they just wanted money and did not care to listen. Mr. Sinutko was the only one who cared and actually took the time to communicate and fully understand my case.... Not only was he able to get me out of jail he also got me a reduction on my sentence. He was thoughtful, caring, and most importantly honest. I highly recommend him!!!!

Posted by anonymous | May 20, 2020 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Excellent Lawyer

I met David honestly through God!! I caught a very serious case in Sterling Hts and he just happened to over hear some of the conversation and approached me and said he could help. This was a drunk driving case that I was clearly caught. Fast forward, he was able to get it knocked down to a careless ...driving. That wasn’t easy but he did it. Second I was caught with my legal fire arm but it was concealed with no CPL. Now I was in tough Oakland county and I am black. I knew my life was over but he got it knocked down to a misdemeanor!! Miracle!! I remember going to get pick up my gun from the officer who arrested me and he was furious because the case he knew was basically dropped. (lol) David also did my divorce. I remember going to court and my ex was really trying to stick it to me out of bitterness and jealousy but David was able to make sure everything was fair despite her lawyer and her lawyer’s father trying to tag team me. She basically had two lawyers and it was just David. This guy (David) works miracles and knows lot’s of important people. I would never think to call a different lawyer no matter how small or large the case is. He’s the man and have saved my life on several occasions. I strongly recommend him, trust me you won’t regret it!!

Posted by anonymous | January 27, 2020 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

SIMPLY THE BEST!

There aren't enough positive adjectives to describe how happy I was to select David Sinutko as my attorney. Knowledgeable, professional, decisive, caring, responsive, confident, punctual....etc. You get the picture!! I was arrested for driving with a high BAC. Every attorney I talked to said it woul...d be impossible to get a reduced violation. David Sinutko was recommended to me by a co-worker and I'm so glad we met. Mr. Sinutko gave me direction and guidance on what steps would be necessary to help my case. Once we got to court, he was extremely prepared and presented my case flawlessly. I could tell the judge was very impressed. In a nut shell, he worked his magic and this case was reduced beyond my expectations! Things could not have worked out better. I will forever be thankful for what he did. If you don't select David Sinutko for your attorney, the mistake is on you.

Posted by Justin | July 11, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Wish I Was Referred To Him Sooner

I could write a 7 paragraph review here but I’ll keep it short. David was outstanding. I am thrilled with the outcome of what he was able to do for me, I just wish I would have known about him sooner. I’ve been in the system for about 5 years, for something I shouldn’t have even been charged with.... I took the fall for a family business and went through 5 years of hell with horrible representation. I was referred to David after finding out my probation had been extended for another year, after being on it for 2 years already. Mind you, I did absolutely nothing for it to be extended, probation officer just said I still owe restitution so she’s going to extend it for another year. I contacted David and told him the situation. 4 days after contacting him I am now sitting here off of probation and doing all the fun activities that come along with being on probation. For the first time in 5 years I feel like I have my life back and it’s all thanks to David. I hope I will never have to hire him again but if I need representation, he will be my one and only call. I will refer everyone I know to him with extreme confidence. I cannot say enough good things about him and his team. Just an all around awesome group of people!!

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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:  3.9 (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

2022

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

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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