Atty. Karl Numinen
With over 20 years of experience as a courtroom litigator, Karl P. Numinen became “of counsel” to the Barone Defense Firm in 2011.
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Karl Numinen is an Of Counsel based in Birmingham, Michigan, practicing at Barone Defense Firm. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, drug crimes, white collar, dv defense, and sex crimes. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1992) and U.S. District Court, Western District of Michigan U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit (1992). Educated at Thomas M. Cooley Law School (J.D. Honors, 1992) and Michigan State University (B.A., 1988). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Birmingham, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- With over 20 years of experience as a courtroom litigator, Karl P. Numinen became “of counsel” to the Barone Defense Firm in 2011
- Mr. Numinen has developed an excellent reputation in the field thanks to his thorough case preparation and winning track record
- In addition to his role at the firm, Mr. Numinen is also a partner of Pence & Numinen, located in Marquette, Michigan
- Thanks to his considerable knowledge related to the defense of drinking drivers and personal relationships with those in the local criminal justice system, Mr. Numinen is an asset to the Barone Defense Firm’s clients located throughout the Upper Peninsula. • President, Criminal Defense Attorneys of Michigan (2020) • Fellow, American College of Trial Lawyers • AV Preeminent Rating, Martindale-Hubbell • Listed, SuperLawyers since 2011 • Superb Rating, AVVO since 2011 • Named, Best Lawyers in America • Named, Leading Lawyers • Member, Criminal Justice Act Panel Attorney Mr. Numinen has obtained acquittals in jury trials in state and federal courts on many cases including: • Murder • Criminal Sexual Conduct 1st Degree • Robbery • DUI • Felony Vehicular Assault • Tax Fraud • Possession of Explosives • Possession and Distribution of Drugs In addition to his criminal defense practice, Mr. Numinen also has the distinction of obtaining the highest jury verdict in Marquette County history on a personal injury case
- He has been listed multiple times in Lawyer's Weekly annual report of Michigan's Highest Jury Verdicts and Settlements for personal injury and wrongful death cases
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Why local counsel matters in Michigan
Practicing law in Michigan. Legal matters in Michigan are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Birmingham are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Michigan state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Michigan brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Michigan courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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