James E. Carmichael

PRO

James E. Carmichael

5.0
Rating: 9.1

Licensed for 46 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Saint Charles, MO
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Personal Injury

131 Jefferson St, Saint Charles, MO

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About James

Biography

Get the experienced legal representation you deserve. Do you know your rights?

Representing clients on DWI charges, felonies and misdemeanors for over 37 years.

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 60%

Over 37 years experience doing Criminal Defense and representing people in all areas of felony and misdemeanors charges, including DWI & DUI, drug possession and distribution, murder, assault, weapon offenses and sex offenses. Most charges don't end up going to trial but it's important that your attorney has a reputation as a trial attorney who will try your case. It may be the most critical factor in working out a favorable plea agreement on your case if YOU don't want to go to trial.

46 years | 3,000 cases

60%
DUI and DWI 30%

Over 37 years experience doing Criminal Defense and representing people in all areas of felony and misdemeanors charges, including DWI & DUI, drug possession and distribution, murder, assault, weapon offenses and sex offenses. Most charges don't end

30%
Personal Injury 10%

Over 37 years experience in representing people and the families who have been killed or injured in car collisions, as either the driver or as a passenger, trucking accidents and injuries or falls on other people's property. Negotiating with insurance companies should be left to experienced trial attorneys who know what the key issues are and how insurance companies work, including the setting of a reserve amount for your claim.

46 years | 500 cases

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating
Top Contributor
Top Contributor
2019 2017
Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2017

Licenses

Licensed in Missouri for 46 years

State: Missouri

Acquired: 1979

Good Standing, Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of James E. Carmichael

131 Jefferson St, Saint Charles, MO, 63301-2819

jamescarmichaellaw.com/james-e-carmichael/

James E. Carmichael's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

9 Client Reviews

5 star (9)
4 star (0)
3 star (0)
2 star (0)
1 star (0)

Posted by Pamela | August 16, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Trustworthy Dependable Honest!

Jim allowed my prison relesse by filing a specifically c bill available to inmates in 2004. He has never taken a dime unless he is confident he can assist in the cause...he has gone out of the way to make an out if state bond for me and is simply s great human being....thanks Jim!

Posted by John | January 23, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Wonderful Lawyer!

Mr. Carmichael was diligent and conscientious throughout his representation of my family in potentially serious litigation. I do not hesitate to recommend him to my family members and friends as a trustworthy and knowledgeable lawyer. John Carroll

Posted by Bob | July 20, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Undoubtedly Best of the Best

Jim represented me with each time for three DWI arrests. In addition to that, I have a complicated background and he was able to achieve the absolute best possible scenario each time. I have spoken with others who had similar situations and represented by different attorneys and was amazed at the t...errible outcomes they received compared to my outcomes. Each time he provided me with detailed scenarios of potential ramifications and each time was able to get me the best possible result. Personally, I do not post reviews very often for products or services unless I am absolutely amazed. I HIGHLY recommend Jim Carmichael whenever anyone asks me about a good attorney. If you need Jim's services, you will not be disappointed.

Posted by Ron | January 16, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Professional, compassionate, knows the law

Mr. Carmichael handled my son's drug charges in St. Charles court. Through his tireless efforts he got the best outcome my son could have gotten considering the seriousness of Sean's charges. But, beyond being professional and knowing the law, Jim was compassionate and kind, in a profession that can ...harden someone's feelings, Jim has the rare quality of balancing it all. I highly recommend him, he would be your best voice in your legal matters.

Posted by anonymous | January 13, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

#1 attorney in St. Louis/St. Charles area

Mr. Carmichael was great to work with. He took care of my expungement as well as a few tickets and a felony charge for a friend of mine. Listened and was very easy to work with. Extremely professional and got the result he said he would. My thought is you get what you pay for when working with attorn...eys. I would recommend him to any friends or family.

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James E. Carmichael's Lawyer Endorsements

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Daniel Bruntrager

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Jim Carmichael for over twenty years. He consistently gets terrific results for his clients. He also always is aware of the updates in the changing developments in the law. I had referred friends and family to Jim: I cannot think of any better endorsement than that."

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Daniel O'Donnell

Car accident lawyer | Jan 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  9.1 (Superb)

Honors

2025

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2020

Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell

2004

Volunteer Lawyers Program, Legal Services of Eastern Missouri

1999

Honored Professional, National Register's Who's Who In Executives And Professionals

1992

AV, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

1997 - Present

Partner, Niedner Law

Associations

1994 - 2000

Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys

Board of Directors

1991 - 1992

St. Charles County Bar Association

Past President

1990 - 1991

St. Charles County Bar Association

Past Vice President

1989 - 1990

St. Charles County Bar Association

Treasurer

1988 - 1989

St. Charles County Bar Association

Secretary

Education

1979

Washington University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1976

North East Missouri State University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

Activity

Top Contributor

James earned significant contribution points in 2019.

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