Atty. Michael S. McCarthy
Michael S. McCarthy is a lawyer practicing trials and appeals, commercial and class action litigation, torts & insurance-class action and 1 other area of law.
Commercial and Class Action Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Denver, CO · 51+ Years Experience
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About Michael S. McCarthy at a Glance
Michael S. McCarthy is a Partner based in Denver, Colorado, practicing at Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on personal injury, class action, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Colorado (1975). Educated at University of Colorado (J.D., 1975) and University of Michigan (A.B., 1971). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Denver Bar Association. Serves clients in Denver, CO and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael S. McCarthy
- Michael S. McCarthy is a lawyer practicing trials and appeals, commercial and class action litigation, torts & insurance-class action and 1 other area of law
- Michael received a A.B. degree from University of Michigan in 1971, and has been licensed for 51 years
- Michael practices at Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP in Denver, CO
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Michael S. McCarthy's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael S. McCarthy 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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Class Action in Denver
Michael S. McCarthy is one of 26,226 class action attorneys indexed nationally. Browse class action attorneys in Colorado →
Appellate Practice in Denver
Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.
Michael S. McCarthy is one of 85,572 appellate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse appellate attorneys in Colorado →
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 S. McCarthy
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 S. McCarthy's practice in the field of personal injury, class action, and appellate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael S. McCarthy brings 51+ 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, class action, and appellate, Michael S. McCarthy 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 S. McCarthy attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Michael S. McCarthy Handles in Denver
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