Atty. Michael Benjamin Shields
Michael Benjamin Shields is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, criminal law, general practice and 1 other area of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from Morehead State University in 1999, and has been licensed for 24 years.
Profile Summary
About Michael Benjamin Shields at a glance
Michael Benjamin Shields is a Partner based in Mount Sterling, Kentucky, practicing at White Peck Carrington, LLP. They have 24+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2002. Their practice focuses on criminal defense and insurance. Admitted to practice in Kentucky (2002) and U.S. District Court Eastern District of Kentucky (2005). Educated at University of Louisville, Louis D. Brandeis School of Law (J.D., 2002) and Morehead State University (B.A. Government, 1999). Serves clients in Mount Sterling, KY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
Want to Get Service From This Attorney?
Sign up free and choose one of the two methods below.
Have a legal question? Sign up free, submit it through the Ask the Attorney module and receive a focused answer from a specialist.
- Free to ask a question
- Answers from specialist attorneys
- Optional private / anonymous question
Request an online video meeting or an in-person consultation at the attorney's office. Pick a time that works for you and share the details securely.
- Online video meeting
- In-person at the attorney's office
- Secure messaging and payment
About
- Michael Benjamin Shields is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, criminal law, general practice and 1 other area of law
- Michael received a B.A. degree from Morehead State University in 1999, and has been licensed for 24 years
- Michael practices at White Peck Carrington, LLP in Mount Sterling, KY
Practice Areas Explained
Michael Benjamin Shields's Areas of Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Benjamin Shields handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
Michael Benjamin Shields is one of 190,900 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Kentucky →
Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.
Michael Benjamin Shields is one of 109,871 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in Kentucky →
Jurisdictional Context
Why local counsel matters in Kentucky
Practicing law in Kentucky. Legal matters in Kentucky are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Mount Sterling are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Kentucky state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Kentucky brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Kentucky courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Looking for additional Kentucky attorneys? Browse all attorneys in Mount Sterling or all attorneys in Kentucky.
Frequently Asked
Common questions about Michael Benjamin Shields
Where is Michael Benjamin Shields's law office located?
What practice areas does Michael Benjamin Shields handle?
How long has Michael Benjamin Shields practiced law?
Where did Michael Benjamin Shields go to law school?
How can I contact Michael Benjamin Shields for a consultation?
Practice Areas
Education
Bar Admissions
Reviews
No reviews yet.