Level the Playing Field
Level the Playing Field
Michael Sheehan is a board-certified criminal defense lawyer who has been fighting criminal cases for almost twenty years.
He is a criminal defense specialist who represents clients in both state and federal court.
Level the Playing Field
Michael Sheehan is an expert criminal defense lawyer who has been fighting criminal cases for almost twenty years.
He is a criminal defense specialist who represents clients in both state and federal court.
Proven Track Record of Success
Michael Sheehan represents clients charged with all types of criminal offenses – from relatively minor traffic matters to homicides and sex assaults. He has tried over sixty cases to jury verdict and has a proven track record of success in the courtroom.
Criminal Defense
Michael Sheehan’s law practice is focused on providing aggressive representation to people charged with criminal offenses.
DUI Attorney
Michael Sheehan zealously represents people charged with Driving Under the Influence (DUI) or Driving While Ability Impaired (DWAI).
Awards
Michael Sheehan has been selected for recognition by SuperLawyers, has been given a perfect rating of 10 out of 10 on the attorney website AVVO, and and has achieved a rating of ‘AV Preeminent’ by Martindale-Hubbell.

Criminal Defense
Upholding the Rights of the Accused. Michael Sheehan, is exclusively dedicated to providing aggressive and ethical representation to individuals charged with criminal offenses.

DUI Attorney
Michael Sheehan provides an aggressive defense for those charged with driving under the influence (DUI).

Accolades
Mr. Sheehan has been selected for recognition by SuperLawyers, has a perfect rating of 10 out of 10 on the attorney website AVVO, and has achieved a rating of ‘AV Preeminent’ by Martindale-Hubbell.
How to Hire a Criminal Defense Lawyer in CO
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I’ve been handling criminal defense
cases for 20 years I practiced
exclusively criminal defense and DUI
defense and I have an emphasis in my
practice on domestic violence cases DUI
cases and sex assault cases
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a person hiring a criminal defense
lawyer should be looking for a lawyer
who’s experienced not only handling
criminal defense cases or DUI cases but
also handling those types of cases in
the specific jurisdiction where that
person has been charged because in doing
so that person will be hiring a lawyer
who has established some credibility
with judges in that jurisdiction and
established some rapport with
prosecutors in that jurisdiction
foreign
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Why Should You Hire Michael Sheehan As Your Attorney?
Getting charged with a crime can turn a person’s world upside down. A conviction could mean the loss of a job, separation from family, and jail time. A conviction stays on a person’s record permanently and can forever change how a person is perceived by the public. Simply put, the stakes could not be any higher.
The odds of successfully defending a criminal case improve dramatically with the right criminal defense attorney. The right attorney respects his clients and gives them a voice. The right attorney has a strong work ethic and believes in the constitutional right to a fair trial. The right attorney is an experienced criminal law specialist. The right attorney will level the playing field.
Michael Sheehan represents clients charged with all types of criminal offenses – from relatively minor traffic matters to homicides and sex assaults. He has tried over sixty cases to jury verdict and has a proven track record of success in the courtroom. Michael Sheehan has tried cases in every county in the Denver metro area and has earned the respect of prosecutors, judges, and fellow criminal defense attorneys.He understands that successfully defending a criminal case requires a thorough defense investigation, the ability to identify and litigate complex legal issues, and the willingness to take cases to trial. Perhaps most importantly, Michael Sheehan does not view any of his clients as “just another case”. He is able to empathize with his clients, put himself in their shoes, and see the case from the client’s point of view.
In addition to his work in the courtroom, Michael Sheehan has created two tip sheets, “Stages of a Criminal Case” and “Six Things To Know If You Are Under Investigation”. Mr. Sheehan is a member of the Fellows of the American Bar Foundation, the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers, and the Colorado Criminal Defense Bar. Mr. Sheehan is board-certified in the area of criminal trial law by the National Board of Trial Advocacy. In addition, Mr. Sheehan has been selected for recognition by SuperLawyers, has a perfect rating of 10 out of 10 on the attorney website AVVO, and has achieved a rating of ‘AV Preeminent’ by Martindale-Hubbell.





What Our Clients Say
Michael is not only professional, but also incredibly responsive and trustworthy. He always showed up prepared, communicated clearly, and went the extra mile to ensure I received the best representation possible. What truly stood out to me was how fair and transparent he was when it came to legal fees — every single second of his time was accounted for, and it was clear that his focus was on helping, not just billing.
I truly appreciate Michael’s dedication, integrity, and expertise. If you’re looking for someone who genuinely cares, works hard, and delivers results, I highly recommend Michael. You’ll be in excellent hands.
I came to meet him when a family friend and young professional needed the best attorney possible. She had been put in the most precarious of circumstances by her workplace supervisors. They had undermined her and her efforts to meet all of their unrealistic expectations and requirements. Ultimately, when she self-reported an omission in a report (made under duress), they egregiously accused her of forgery.
Thankfully, Michael took her case and negotiated on her behalf, completely changing the outcome of her case. Thanks to him, his dedication, legal knowledge and skills, this young person's sense of hope has been restored. And just as important, thanks to him, the trajectory of her life and career will not be permanently impacted.
Michael genuinely cares about his clients. He sees their humanity and treats them with the utmost respect, providing guidance throughout the entire legal process. In so doing, he models the attitude and regard other participants in the legal system should accord his clients.
Lastly, he diligently and ethically accounts for the time he spends on his cases. He actually reimburses unearned retainer funds, as opposed to some lawyers who prefer to engage in needless or pointless busywork to justify not only keeping as much as they can but ramping up costs.
Again, Michael Sheehan is a phenomenal attorney and, overall, a phenomenal human being. If you want/need the best legal representation from a seasoned, skilled, and knowledgeable attorney--who embodies dignity and integrity--Michael Sheehan is the absolute best.
Thanks
Machelle Grant
I had hired the right attorney. Thank you Michael!