Denis C. Mitchell

Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs

4.0 (1 reviews)

Washington, District of Columbia

25+ years experience

Stein Mitchell Beato & Missner LLP

Updated: Jan 03, 2026

Contact Information

202-737-7777

https://www.steinmitchell.com/professionals-Denis-Mitchell

2000 K ST NW, Suite 600, Washington, DC 20006

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Bio

Denis C. Mitchell is an experienced trial attorney and focuses his practice on representing individuals and families who have suffered life-altering injuries or who have lost loved ones. He has obtained many multi-million dollar verdicts and recoveries for his clients, including the largest verdict in a medical negligence case in Anne Arundel County, Maryland. He has handled cases before multiple state and federal courts. Mr. Mitchell's fellow lawyers recognized him as D.C.’s Trial Lawyer of the Year in 2014, and he was selected as one of Washingtonian Magazine's Top Lawyers in 2017. He has also been consistently recognized by Best Lawyers® and SuperLawyers® as a leading practitioner in medical malpractice since 2011.Mr. Mitchell has held leadership positions in several organizations, including President of the Trial Lawyers Association of Metropolitan Washington, D.C. and Chair of the D.C. Bar Tort Law Section. He writes quarterly publications and makes presentations on important cases handed down by state and federal courts in the District of Columbia. He served for 12 years as an Adjunct Professor in Trial Advocacy at the Georgetown University Law Center.Mr. Mitchell is fluent in Spanish, having spent a year teaching and studying in the Economics Department at the University of Navarre in Pamplona, Spain. Mr. Mitchell is also an active volunteer at his parish, coordinating service projects and coaching youth sports. and Chair of the D.C. Bar Tort Law Section. He writes quarterly publications and makes presentations on important cases handed down by state and federal courts in the District of Columbia. He served for 12 years as an Adjunct Professor in Trial Advocacy at the Georgetown University Law Center. Mr. Mitchell is fluent in Spanish, having spent a year teaching and studying in the Economics Department at the University of Navarre in Pamplona, Spain. Mr. Mitchell is also an active volunteer at his parish, coordinating service projects and coaching youth sports.

Practice Areas

Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs

Awards & Recognition

Lawyer of the Year: Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs, Washington, D.C. (2026)
Lawyer of the Year: Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs, Washington, D.C. (2023)
Recognized: Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs
Recognized: Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
Practice Area: Medical Malpractice Law
Special Focus: Personal Injury

Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2011

Education

University of Maryland, J.D., graduated 2000
University of Virginia, B.A., graduated 1996

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Reviews

Ronald Ramirez

2 weeks ago

Compassionate and tenacious advocate after our family's loss

Our family turned to Denis Mitchell after the tragic loss of our father due to a surgical error. From our initial consultation, it was clear we were dealing with an attorney of exceptional caliber. His 25 years of experience, particularly his deep focus on medical malpractice and catastrophic injury, provided a foundation of knowledge that was immediately reassuring. He explained the complex medical and legal issues in our case with remarkable clarity, never resorting to jargon. We were particularly impressed by his strategic approach; he wasn't just looking for a quick settlement, but was meticulously building a case to fully address the profound impact of our loss. His recognition as a 'Lawyer of the Year' in this field is clearly well-earned, reflecting the respect he commands. Denis and his team at Stein Mitchell Beato & Missner were genuinely compassionate, treating us with dignity during an incredibly difficult time. The one area where we occasionally felt a slight delay was in email response times during non-critical phases, as his caseload is undoubtedly heavy. However, when it mattered, he was always accessible. The outcome he secured for our family has provided crucial financial stability and a sense of justice. We are profoundly grateful for his dedication and highly recommend him to anyone facing similar circumstances.