Atty. Michael J. Daugherty
Michael J. Daugherty was born in Arcadia, California.
Auto/Trucking Law & More Attorney · Serving Denver, CO · 39+ Years Experience
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About Michael J. Daugherty at a Glance
Michael J. Daugherty is a Shareholder based in Denver, Colorado, practicing at White and Steele, P.C.. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on personal injury, business, product liability, litigation, and entertainment. Admitted to practice in Colorado United States Tenth Circuit Court of Appeals United States District Court for the District (1987). Educated at Southwestern University (J.D. Phi, 1986) and University of Southern California (B.S. Public, 1982). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Memberships •Colorado Bar Association •Denver Bar Association •International Association of Defense Counsel •Defense Research Institute •Colorado Defense Lawyers Association •Martindale-Hubbell Rated AV - Preeminent 10 plus years. Serves clients in Denver, CO and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael J. Daugherty
- Michael J. Daugherty was born in Arcadia, California
- Mike joined White and Steele in 1987 and became a shareholder in 1996
- His practice focuses on representation of individuals and businesses in both risk management and litigation in Colorado state and federal courts
- His broad litigation experience includes the defense of both insureds and self-insured businesses in all types of casualty claims including wrongful death claims, automobile litigation, premises liability, UM/UIM claims, matters related to the hospitality and food and beverage industry, liquor liability, and sports and recreation
Practice Areas Explained
Michael J. Daugherty's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael J. Daugherty handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Denver.
Personal Injury in Denver
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.
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Business & Corporate Law in Denver
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Michael J. Daugherty is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Colorado →
Product Liability in Denver
Michael J. Daugherty is one of 65,610 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Colorado →
Civil Litigation in Denver
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Entertainment & Sports Law in Denver
Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Denver
Practicing law in Colorado. Legal matters in Colorado are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Denver are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Colorado state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Colorado 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 Colorado courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Denver Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Denver-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Denver Choose Michael J. Daugherty
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Michael J. Daugherty's practice in the field of personal injury, business, product liability, litigation, and entertainment.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael J. Daugherty brings 39+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, business, and product liability, Michael J. Daugherty can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Denver
A Denver-based practice means Michael J. Daugherty attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Michael J. Daugherty Handles in Denver
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