Denis J. McCarthy

Denis J. McCarthy

4.7
Rating: 8.6

Licensed for 35 years

DUI and DWI Lawyer at Metamora, MI
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation ... +4 more

4000 S Oak St Ste 200, Po Box 70, Metamora, MI

About Denis

Biography

Practice Areas

7

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 20%

35 years | 300 cases

20%
DUI and DWI 20%

Drunk driving defense has always been a specialty.

35 years | 250 cases

20%
Divorce and Separation 20%

Divorces handled expeditiously, with as little court involvement as possible to keep costs to a minimum.

35 years | 300 cases

20%
Business 10%

Business formations. Corporate law. Partnership law. Business/partnership breakups.

35 years | 50 cases

10%
Car Accident 10%

Automobile negligence cases require experienced counsel.

35 years | 50 cases

10%
Child Custody 10%

Child custody cases are the most emotional and demanding of all. Expert in interstate custody, UCCJEA (Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act) cases.

35 years | 50 cases

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 200-250 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Michigan for 34 years

State: Michigan

Acquired: 1991

Active in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in New York for 35 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1990

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Denis J. McCarthy

4000 S Oak St Ste 200, Po Box 70, Metamora, MI, 48455

Kohl, Harris, Nolan & McCarthy PC

429 N. State Street Suite 200, Caro, MI, 48723

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Denis J. McCarthy's Reviews

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4.7 /5.0

13 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 7 reviews | Criminal Defense

Posted by anonymous | January 15, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Great professional and honest

Denis represented me both in a divorce and misdemeanor case. He was professional, understanding and had the respect of the judge and prosecutors. I had the best possible outcome and he helped me get my life back in order. Having no prior legal experience, I met with several other unscrupulous or u...nqualified attorneys, but found that Denis has the reputation and backs it up. Afterward, he even referred me to a great Trust Attorney to ensure my kids were protected if I were gone.

Posted by Ken | July 25, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Best decision I could have made.

I was involved in an injury accident. I had been drinking. The prosecutor charged me with a felony and was not willing to deal with any lesser pleas. Denis spent 100's of hours getting ready for the trial and could not have handled things better. The jury came back with not guilty. I hope I nev...er need another lawyer but if I do I will go straight to Denis. I recommend that if you need a lawyer that you should hire Denis as he is a real professional and a stand up guy. He and his staff helped me get through a very stressful and frightening time.

Posted by Ken | June 09, 2015 | Criminal Defense

Exceptional Attorney

Denis McCarthy is incredibly dependable, knowledgeable and understanding. He lead me through each step of the court process and made me aware of all potential outcomes. He did not hesitate to continue with my decision to take our case to a jury trial which resulted in a "Not Guilty" verdict. he ti...relessly dug into my case and really outshone the prosecuting attorney's office. I highly recommend Denis McCarthy and his firm. As a criminal defense lawyer, he definitely rates an 11 out of 10.

Posted by Pat | June 09, 2015 | Criminal Defense

My go to attorney

Knowledgeable, aggressive, plays to win, kept me informed at all times. sincere and easy to talk to. Attorney McCarthy was introduced to me by my brother in law, i not only consider him my attorney, but a friend as well. He is a shark in the court room and does not pull any punches with his clients. ...He has helped me by winning 5 embezzlement charges i was accused of, took my case, believed in me and kicked Oakland County Prosecutor Pernicks butt, they had no evidence and Attorney McCarthy left him kicking in the sand, and taking his ball home crying. He has represented my family members on different offenses and won, and is now representing me in my divorce and i have every bit of faith in him to get me all i deserve. He is my go to Attorney as i said and he has never turned me away, he is smart, and listens until he understands every aspect of your case. You want to win your case, call Denis McCarthy at Khol Harris and McCarthy.

Posted by marionpaad | June 09, 2015 | Criminal Defense

Respectful in his field,winner in the court room

I found myself in quite a predicament back in Jan 25, 2011. I was introduced to Attorney McCarthy by my brother in law who knew i needed a great attorney. He took me to meet Attorney McCarthy and he listened. I explained to him that i was involved in a political smear and was being was being accused ...of embezzlement from 5 years prior. Attorney McCarthy watched me very carefully as i told my story, not judging, but listening, listening to every word. His firm at first did not want to take my case, but Denis believed me and knew i was being railroaded. We moved forward and 2.5 years later i was acquitted on all five charges. During the trial it became quite clear this was a smear campaign to get me out of their and Denis made the Oakland County Prosecutor look pathetic. I would recommend him and do recommend him to everyone I know. He has helped a few people in my family. He is Knowledgeable, Respectful and kept me informed down to what i would have thought was a dumb question. He is a family man, and an Attorney I will keep in my corner

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Experience

Rating:  8.6 (Excellent)

Honors

2020

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2016

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2015

Client's Choice, Avvo

Work Experience

2010 - Present

Attorney/Owner, Kohl, Harris, Nolan, McCarthy, Turkelson & Ogden, P.C.

Associations

2009 - Present

Four County Community Foundation

Trustee

2001 - 2002

Lapeer County Bar Association

Treasurer

1997 - 2001

Lapeer County Bar Association

Treasurer

1995 - 2012

Growth and Opportunity of Lapeer

Immediate Past Vice Chairperson

Sample of Legal Cases

People v Cronce

Client found not guilty of a 15-year felony by a jury after jury trial

People v Paad

Not guilty of five (5) ten-year felonies

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Education

1990

Detroit College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1985

University of Iowa

BA - Bachelor of Arts

1977

Assumption High School

Diploma

N/A

University of Miami School of Law

Speaking Engagements

2016

Lapeer County Bar Association

Ask The Lawyers Pragram

2011

Lapeer County Bar Association

Mock Trial

1995

Genesee County Bar Association

Ask The Lawyers- Public TV

Publications

1995

National Lawyers Guild Review Solo Buys Law Practice Jump Starts Career

Languages

French

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