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Flynn Carey’s practice focuses on Criminal Defense, Administrative Law, and School Discipline and Title IX litigation. Flynn is recognized as a Board Certified Specialist in Administrative Law by the State Bar of Arizona.
Flynn defends clients throughout Arizona in violent crime and vehicular prosecutions, advocates for professionals in licensing investigations and in board proceedings, and assists companies and governmental entities in conducting internal investigations and litigating white collar and fraud cases.
Flynn has litigated all manner of criminal cases, from assault and domestic violence charges to drug charges, to sexual misconduct and murder cases. He also represents students in grade disputes, expulsion/suspension actions, and other education law actions, from the middle school through post-graduate level.
Flynn manages the firm’s DUI and Vehicular Crimes practice, and has litigated issues related to impaired drivers before the trial courts and the Arizona Court of Appeals. Since establishing that practice, Flynn has represented all types of licensed drivers, including those with specialized licensing and certifications, in a variety of vehicular matters including DUI, aggressive/reckless driving, aggravated assault with a vehicle, and leaving the scene of an accident cases. He also appears regularly before the Arizona Department of Transportation, defending clients in administrative actions against their driving privileges.
Flynn represents professionals before their licensing agencies, in conjunction with parallel criminal allegations and in situations in which professionals are accused of violating the practice restrictions and standards of their licensing entity. Flynn regularly appears before many Arizona professional licensing/certification boards, including:
Flynn represents students in disciplinary matters, and has litigated discipline issues with students in elementary schools through post-graduate public and private educational institutions. Representative work includes litigating violations of a school’s code of conduct and academic dishonesty allegations, challenging suspensions and expulsions, Title IX violations (sexual assault and domestic partner assault), grade disputes, and residency challenges.
Flynn has extensive civil litigation experience in the trial courts at all levels of practice, and has litigated complex civil cases including racketeering claims, fraud, and unlawful shareholder oppression. With his technology training and background, Flynn is retained by other attorneys to manage electronic discovery, expert depositions, and other science and technology related areas of litigation.
Flynn is also retained frequently by family law attorneys to consult on issues involving the intersection of domestic relations law and criminal law. Flynn has experience addressing criminal allegations by one spouse against another, situations in which the Department of Child Safety/CPS is investigating a parent’s actions, and instances where threats have been made against a parent during family law proceedings. Flynn is also frequently retained to litigate orders of protection in relation to family law cases.
Flynn holds a degree in Management Information Systems, and managed information technology for the City of Tucson prior to a career in law. Flynn’s knowledge of science and technology has allowed him to successfully litigate complex legal issues involving computer forensics, police technology, DNA analysis, mobile technology, surveillance, and toxicology.
Flynn graduated cum laude from the James E. Rogers College of Law at the University of Arizona, where he was the President of the Criminal Law Society and served as the Research Editor of the Arizona Law Review. During law school, he externed for the Arizona Office of the Attorney General, assisting in the prosecution of violent crime and white collar cases.
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Chat withState: Arizona
Acquired: 2007
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2600 N. Central Avenue, Suite 1000, Phoenix, AZ, 85004
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Posted by Nathan | April 15, 2025 | Consulted Attorney
Mr. Carey had told me he doesn't handle my kind of case, but referred me to a couple of attorneys that might. I want to give him a thank you for this.
Posted by Jenna | November 28, 2023 | Hired Attorney
I hired Flynn following a complaint filed against me with my professional board. Flynn was a phenomenal support throughout the entire process. He took the time to answer each of my (many, many!) questions, was honest and upfront, and had a wealth of knowledge. Flynn was extremely professional, whi...
Posted by Lynn | August 19, 2022 | Hired Attorney
I hired Flynn Carey to represent me for a charge in Arizona. I’m a Canadian citizen and was extremely terrified to be arrested in another country. After interviewing a few other lawyers I met Flynn and was immediately relieved to know that I had found a highly competent and honest lawyer. I knew I...
Posted by Hans | May 29, 2022 | Hired Attorney
Mr. Carey was very professional, knowledgeable, and skillful with my case. With his representation he was able to get my case dismissed because he knows the law. I highly recommend Mr. Carey for your attorney needs.
Posted by Bo Jackson | April 1, 2022 | Hired Attorney
When I received a complaint filed against me from the Board of Nursing, I immediately was overwhelmed with concern and anxiety. Most nurse’s biggest fears and nightmares are having to deal with the board and having all your hard work to earn your license, being put in jeopardy. Fortunately I had NSO ...
"Flynn has been my go-to for anybody who comes to me with a problem with a board. He is extremely knowledgeable and one of the best lawyers I know. His firm is very successful based in part upon his skill and ability; but every single lawyer there is top notch."
"For only the second time in my 25-year legal career, I had the need to retain the services of another attorney. (Title IX matter). Flynn came highly recommended and I now know why. His knowledge of the law and procedures were matched only by his experience and familiarity with the various parties on the other side. Phone calls and e-mails were responded to immediately -- even on weekends. We achieved an outstanding result and are very grateful."
"Mr. Carey and I have worked together on a number of cases together. I have and will continue to refer matters to Mr. Carey. He is an excellent, diligent attorney who goes above and beyond in his representation of his clients."
"Flynn Carey is an excellent attorney. I have worked with Flynn on several matters and have found him to adhere to the highest of professional standards. Furthermore, he is extremely knowledgeable, experienced and prompt in handling client matters. I give Flynn my highest of professional endorsements."
"Flynn is one of the most hardworking and honest attorneys in our field. He is incredibly thorough and a valued member of our community."
"Flynn's combination of tireless advocacy and dedication to working for his clients make him a strong, uniquely talented attorney who I highly endorse."
"Flynn is a dedicated advocate for his clients and a consummate professional. He is truly a credit to the criminal defense bar and I strongly endorse him."
"Flynn is a uniquely qualified attorney. He is well respected by lawyers and judges. He is savvy in the way he advocates for clients. You can trust that Flynn will give you the best representation possible."
"Flynn is a very diligent and thorough attorney who does an excellent job for his clients. I routinely refer conflict matters to him and he always does an excellent job."
"I went to law school with Mr. Carey. I found him to be intelligent, insightful, and articulate. I have also discussed DUI cases with him on several occasions. He has an excellent legal mind and courtroom presence. I highly recommend him for any criminal defense matter."
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AV Preeminent Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
Clients' Choice Award, AVVO
2008
Arizona Attorney Creative Arts Competition, Honorable Mention, State Bar of Arizona
2007
Scholarship & Leadership Award, American Legal Institute-American Bar Association
2007
Rosenberg Distinguished Editor Award, Arizona Law Review
2007
T. C. Clark Litigation with Civility Award, University of Arizona College of Law
2004
Public Service Excellence Award, City of Tucson
2013 - Present
Managing Partner, Mitchell | Stein | Carey | Chapman, PC
2007 - 2013
Attorney, Gallagher & Kennedy, PA
2006 - 2007
Extern, Arizona Attorney General's Office
2013 - Present
Thurgood Marshall Inn of CourtImmediate Past President
2007 - Present
Arizona Attorneys for Criminal JusticeMember
2007 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2007 - Present
Maricopa County Bar Association, Young Lawyers Division
2012 - 2013
Thurgood Marshall Inn of CourtPresident
2011 - 2012
Thurgood Marshall Inn of CourtVice President
2010 - 2013
State Bar of Arizona, Criminal Jury Instructions CommitteeMember
2007
JD - Juris Doctor
2000
BS - Bachelor of Science
2014
Mitigating the Sentence and Collateral Consequences with Plea Agreements, Midwinter Conference
2013
Staying Out of the Dog House: New Issues Re Animals in Family Law & Criminal Matters
2013
Current DUI Issues
2013
Focusing on Mitigation from the First Handshake Through Sentencing
2012
Sexual Addiction, Sexual Offending or Both?
2013
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