About Michael
Michael P. Kavanaugh serves as the managing partner at Mihelich & Kavanaugh, PLC, a prominent law firm based in Eastpointe, Michigan. Born on October 13, 1966, in Richmond, Virginia, Kavanaugh has built a distinguished career in law. His academic journey began at the University of Windsor in Canada, where he graduated with honors in 1989, earning a Bachelor of Arts in Economics and Political Science. This foundational education laid the groundwork for his legal career. In 1992, Kavanaugh obtained his Juris Doctor from the University of Detroit Mercy School of Law.
His legal practice commenced shortly thereafter, and by 1996, he had taken on the role of managing partner at Mihelich & Kavanaugh, PLC. Under his leadership, the firm has expanded its reach, with additional offices in St. Clair Shores and Shelby Township. The firm specializes in various areas of law, including estate planning, personal injury, automotive negligence, divorce and family law, and criminal defense. Kavanaugh is an active member of the State Bar of Michigan, contributing to several sections, such as Probate and Estate Planning, Personal Injury, Negligence Law, and Family Law. His involvement in these areas supports his staying current with legal developments and advocating for clients.
Additionally, he is a member of the Macomb County Bar Association and the Macomb County Probate Bar Association, enhancing his professional network within the local legal community. His affiliations extend beyond Michigan, as Kavanaugh is also a member of the American Bar Association and the Federal Bar for the Eastern District of Michigan. His dedication to the legal profession is further exemplified by his membership in the Michigan Trial Lawyers Association. Notably, Kavanaugh is a life member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum, a prestigious group that recognizes attorneys who have achieved significant verdicts and settlements. Kavanaugh’s expertise is recognized. In 2011 and again from 2023 to 2024, he was selected for inclusion in Super Lawyers, a designation that highlights top-rated practicing attorneys across various legal fields.
His practice areas encompass estate planning, personal injury, automotive negligence, divorce and family law, and criminal defense. Kavanaugh is admitted to practice law in Michigan and the Federal Circuit — This lets the attorney represent clients in many legal matters. Through his experience and active engagement in the legal community, Michael P. Kavanaugh continues to make a significant impact in the field of law.
