Michael James Sheehan

Michael James Sheehan

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 22 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Centennial, CO
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Personal Injury

Quebec Centre II, Suite 300, 7400 E. Caley Ave., Centennial, CO

About Michael

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 80%

Michael Sheehan has done over 40 jury trials since being admitted to the bar in 2003, and has won acquittals for his clients on charges ranging from Misdemeanor traffic offenses to First Degree Murder. Mr. Sheehan understands that success in the courtroom is directly related to an attorney’s work ethic, creativity, and attention to detail. Mr. Sheehan offers free initial consultations, and as a sole practitioner, he is directly involved in each of his client’s cases.

23 years | 45 cases

80%
DUI and DWI 15%

Michael Sheehan provides an aggressive defense for those charged with driving under the influence (DUI). If a client elects to have a DUI trial, we will strongly represent him at trial, aggressively cross examine the arresting officer, and help the client make the decision whether to testify on his own behalf. If the client elects not to go to trial, we will zealously represent him to obtain a plea to a lesser included offense.

20 years | 50 cases

15%
Personal Injury 5%

As in any legal matter, choosing the right attorney is essential to obtaining a favorable outcome in a personal injury case. Michael Sheehan, Injury Attorney Denver, has been fighting for “the little guy” in the courtroom for his entire legal career, and he is not intimidated by the prospect of complicated motions practice and trial work.

18 years

5%

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Licenses

Licensed in Colorado for 22 years

State: Colorado

Acquired: 2003

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Michael James Sheehan

Quebec Centre II, Suite 300, 7400 E. Caley Ave., Centennial, CO, 80111

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Michael James Sheehan's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

9 Client Reviews

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Posted by Vanessa | August 04, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Saved my life

From the first time meeting Mike, he genuinely wanted to know more about my case, he was intrigued, and wanted to help. From the time the case took off, he made me feel included in every single task, and kept both myself and my family updated on the situations as soon as they happened. Mike fought un...til the end with my case, and we came out on top! My family and I couldn't be more appreciative of the hard work he put in and genuine want to help. I would recommend Mike to anyone and everyone, and to just trust he knows what he is doing. He will keep you updated, and will do everything he can for his clients to come out on top!

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Joshua Amos

Criminal defense lawyer | May 11

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I've had the opportunity to observe Mike Sheehan in court many times. Mike is an extremely skilled lawyer. He truly cares about his clients. The Judges and prosecutors respect him. Mike is a great lawyer."

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Jeffrey Schwartz

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I had the good fortune of working with Michael early in our careers. I have continued that good fortune by watching him develop into one of the best litigators in the Denver area. Michael's attention to details, experience, preparedness, and overall expertise has always impressed me. I would endorse this attorney without reservation."

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Kirk Waible

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Michael is dedicated, experienced and intelligent. He truly cares about the lives of his clients and zealously defends them from the perils of the criminal justice system."

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James Ruterbories

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Alaurice Tafoya-Modi

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Matt McCune

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mike is an excellent criminal defense attorney whom I trust to send all my referrals to. All clients I have sent his way have been extremely satisfied."

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Jeffrey Schwartz

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2016

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers

2016

10 Best for Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys

2015

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers

2015

10 Best in Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys

2014

Nationally Ranked Top 40 Under 40, National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys

2013

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

Work Experience

2007 - 2009

Public Defender, Colorado State Public Defenders Office Arapahoe County

2003 - 2006

Public Defender, Colorado State Public Defender's Office, El Paso County

Associations

2016 - Present

Fellows of the American Bar Foundation

Member

2016 - Present

Arapahoe County Bar Association

Access to Justice Committee

2015 - Present

Arapahoe County Bar Association

Member

2014 - Present

Colorado Criminal Defense Bar Association

Board Member

2009 - Present

Colorado Bar Association

Member

2009 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

2009 - Present

Criminal Justice Act - Panel Attorney

Panel Attorney

2008 - Present

Colorado Criminal Defense Bar Association

Member

2009 - 2015

Denver Bar Association

Member

Education

2003

University of Denver Sturm College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2000

University of Colorado - Boulder

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

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