Karl Numinen

Karl Numinen: Attorney with Barone Defense Firm
Attorney Awards
  • Martindale-Hubbell Peer AV Preeminent Rating
  • Silver Client Champion
  • Avvo Client Choice
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Biography

With over 20 years of experience as a courtroom litigator, Karl P. Numinen became “of counsel” to the Barone Defense Firm in 2011. Mr. Numinen has developed an excellent reputation in the field thanks to his thorough case preparation and winning track record.

In addition to his role at the firm, Mr. Numinen is also a partner of Pence & Numinen, located in Marquette, Michigan. Thanks to his considerable knowledge related to the defense of drinking drivers and personal relationships with those in the local criminal justice system, Mr. Numinen is an asset to the Barone Defense Firm’s clients located throughout the Upper Peninsula.

• President, Criminal Defense Attorneys of Michigan (2020)

• Fellow, American College of Trial Lawyers

• AV Preeminent Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

• Listed, SuperLawyers since 2011

• Superb Rating, AVVO since 2011

• Named, Best Lawyers in America

• Named, Leading Lawyers

• Member, Criminal Justice Act Panel Attorney

Mr. Numinen has obtained acquittals in jury trials in state and federal courts on many cases including:

• Murder

• Criminal Sexual Conduct 1st Degree

• Robbery

• DUI

• Felony Vehicular Assault

• Tax Fraud

• Possession of Explosives

• Possession and Distribution of Drugs

In addition to his criminal defense practice, Mr. Numinen also has the distinction of obtaining the highest jury verdict in Marquette County history on a personal injury case. He has been listed multiple times in Lawyer's Weekly annual report of Michigan's Highest Jury Verdicts and Settlements for personal injury and wrongful death cases.
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Areas of Practice (8)

  • Domestic Violence
  • Sex Crimes
  • DUI / OWI
  • Health Care Fraud
  • Gun Crimes
  • Drug Crimes
  • Theft
  • White Collar Defense

Education & Credentials

University Attended:
Michigan State University, B.A., 1988
Law School Attended:
Thomas M. Cooley Law School, J.D., Honors: American Jurisprudence Award, Trial Workshop; American Jurisprudence Award, Family Law; Dean's List, 1992
Year of First Admission:
1992
Admission:
1992, Michigan; 1992, U.S. District Court, Western District of Michigan; U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit
Birth Information:
Lansing, Michigan, October 11, 1963
ISLN:
915793448

Payment Information

Fixed Hourly Rates
$200 - $250/hr
Credit Cards Accepted
Other
Other Information
Free initial consultation

Peer Reviews

4.7/5.0 (12 reviews)
Martindale-Hubbell® AV Preeminent Rating Badge

  • Legal Knowledge

    4.6/5.0

  • Analytical Capability

    4.5/5.0

  • Judgment

    4.7/5.0

  • Communication

    4.8/5.0

  • Legal Experience

    4.8/5.0

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Principal on 07/25/14 in Criminal Defense

    Karl is an excellent lawyer.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Member on 07/25/14 in Criminal Law

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Member on 07/17/14 in Criminal Defense

    A leading criminal defense atty in Mich.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 07/17/14 in Criminal Defense

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Sole Practitioner on 07/09/14 in Criminal Defense

    Karl is the best attorney in Michigan's upper peninsula hands down, and this opinion is widely shared by many other members of the bar.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Principal on 07/08/14 in Criminal Defense

    Mr Numinen has a keen understanding of the criminal law. His trial skill is second to none. I have the utmost respect for him as a lawyer and as a person.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Government Counsel on 07/08/14 in Criminal Defense

    Karl Numinen is the best criminal defense lawyer in Michigan's upper peninsula. He has a proven track record of achieving superior results for his clients.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Government Counsel on 07/08/14 in Trial Practice

    Karl Numinen is the best trial lawyer in Michigan's upper peninsula. Karl is a proven winner in the courtroom.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 07/08/14 in Criminal Law

    Karl is a well respected and advocate and respected expert for difficult criminal cases at the trial level through appeals.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 07/18/12 in Trial Practice

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Other Legal Directories

Avvo Client Review
4.9/5.0 (55 reviews)
Client Choice Award Client Champion

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Lawyers Client Review
4.5/5.0 (4 reviews)
Silver Client Champion

Having Karl Numinen as my attorney has not only been meaningful, but choosing him was the best decision I could have ever made. The entire direction I felt my life going in was redirected by Karl’s...

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Contact Information:

906-936-6179  Phone

www.baronedefensefirm.com/karl-numinen.html

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