Michael Carey Named Minnesota Lawyer’s 2024 Attorney of the Year

Dykema, a leading national law firm, is proud to announce that Minnesota Lawyer has named Michael R. Carey a 2024 Attorney of the Year. He was recently celebrated at an awards ceremony and featured in a special supplement. This prestigious recognition highlights Carey’s outstanding legal accomplishments, including his success in securing multiple high-profile product liability defense victories and his leadership in the legal community.

Carey, the Managing Member of Dykema’s Minneapolis office, is a nationally acclaimed trial attorney known for his acumen in automotive product liability cases. Over the past year, he has successfully defended four consecutive high-stakes cases, reinforcing his reputation as one of the country’s top defense lawyers in the field. Notably, in Rios v. Nissan North America, Inc., Carey’s strategic advocacy resulted in an 11-1 defense verdict despite plaintiffs seeking over $750 million in damages.

In addition to his courtroom success, Carey co-leads Dykema’s electric and autonomous vehicles (E/AV) and advanced mobility team, advising clients on emerging automotive technologies. He is also the editor of The Open Road, Dykema’s automotive blog, and frequently speaks at industry conferences. His leadership and contributions to the legal profession have earned him numerous accolades, including recognition by Chambers USA and The Legal 500 United States.