Denver, CO criminal defense attorney Michael Sheehan explains what it takes to be successful in the courtroom and discusses his honors, awards and credentials. He believes that success in the courtroom comes from experience—there is no substitute for actually being in court and learning firsthand. Equally important is hard work: spending time in the office, carefully reviewing cases, scrutinizing every detail, and paying close attention to everything to achieve the best possible outcome.

He has been recognized by Super Lawyers, rated “Preeminent” by Martindale-Hubbell, and is board certified by the National Board of Trial Advocacy in criminal defense trial work. Most of these honors are based on experience and are peer-reviewed, meaning other attorneys in the legal community have assessed his skills as a trial lawyer. His board certification followed many years of practicing criminal defense, successfully completing a written exam, passing an ethics exam, and undergoing additional peer reviews.