Atty. Michael Carestia

Atty. Michael Carestia

Michael P. Carestia founded his own firm in 2006 after several years representing high-profile insurance carriers.

Atlanta Atlanta 25 yrs experience 25 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael Carestia at a glance

Michael Carestia is a Member based in Atlanta, Georgia, practicing at The Law Office of Michael P. Carestia, LLC. They have 25+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2001. Their practice focuses on car accidents, wrongful death, personal injury, motorcycle, and slip & fall. Admitted to practice in Georgia (2001). Educated at Georgia State University (J.D., 2001) and Cornell University (B.S., 1995). Active member of State Bar of Georgia. Serands clients in Atlanta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Michael P. Carestia founded his own firm in 2006 after several years representing high-profile insurance carriers
  • Having once defended insurers against personal injury claims, he intimately understands how they evaluate, negotiate, and litigate these matters
  • He now uses that insider knowledge to champion injured clients, securing millions of dollars in verdicts and settlements on their behalf
  • That consistent success has cultivated a loyal client base and a thriving referral network
  • In recognition of his skill and results, Atlanta Magazine has honored Mr. Carestia on its Super Lawyers list—a distinction reserved for only the top five percent of attorneys in the state

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Carestia's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Carestia handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

Michael Carestia is one of 36,807 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in Georgia →

Wrongful Death

Michael Carestia is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Georgia →

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Michael Carestia is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Georgia →

Motorcycle Accidents

Michael Carestia is one of 11,237 motorcycle attorneys indexed nationally. Browse motorcycle attorneys in Georgia →

Slip & Fall / Premises Liability

Michael Carestia is one of 29,473 slip & fall attorneys indexed nationally. Browse slip & fall attorneys in Georgia →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Georgia

Practicing law in Georgia. Legal matters in Georgia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Atlanta are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Georgia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Georgia 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 Georgia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Michael Carestia

Where is Michael Carestia's law office located?
Michael Carestia's law practice is located in Atlanta, Georgia. The firm is The Law Office of Michael P. Carestia, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Carestia handle?
Michael Carestia focuses on car accidents, wrongful death, personal injury, motorcycle, slip & fall. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Georgia.
How long has Michael Carestia practiced law?
Michael Carestia has 25+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2001.
Where did Michael Carestia go to law school?
Michael Carestia earned their education at (J.D., 2001); (B.S., 1995).
How can I contact Michael Carestia for a consultation?
You can contact Michael Carestia directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.

Education

J.D.
Georgia State University
- 2001
B.S.
Cornell University
- 1995

Bar Admissions

Georgia
Admitted: 2001

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