Best Criminal Defense lawyers in Colorado

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Karl S Tameler

208 Colorado Ave, Pueblo, CO

Adoption Criminal Defense Family Law +1 +4

3.0/5

3.0

5 Reviews

02 Jul, 2021 by Arlene

Karl is an excellant attorney. I would highly recommend him he handled my grandsons driving case and had it dismissed

13 Jun, 2016 by Anonymous

Hired Mr. Tameler, after my pre-trial conference Mr. Tameler was able to get my case dismissed. very pleased with the professionalism of his entire office.

07 Mar, 2016 by Anonymous

In mid 2015 I hired Mr. Tameler to help with some legal issues I was having. When I initially met with Mr. Tameler he told me that he would help me with my case and gave me a flat fee of $2000.00. I had met with other attorneys that had told me I would have to pay a retainer of $3500.00 before they would even see me, so Mr. Tamelers $2000.00 was welcomed. My case just finished and I couldn't be happier with the outcome. Mr. Tameler got all my charges dismissed. I never had any issues contacting him, or asking his advice about court. Thank you very much!! I would tell anyone to go to him. He is the best!

Andrea Marie Hall

P.O. Box 2251, Loveland, CO

Criminal Defense Domestic Violence Sex Crime +3

3.0/5

3.0

4 Reviews

16 Apr, 2024 by Teresa

We hired her to take over a two year old case that seemed to be hopeless from what we were being told. In just a few months she has completely turned things around. It's nowhere near over yet but I can promise you if the outcome is not a win it will not be from lack of work and dedication on her part. She went straight to work and has not let up.

21 Jun, 2022 by Anonymous

I don’t know which is more BS, her abusive ways of dealing with cases or the nonsense life coaching she goes on about. The woman is borderline a con and shouldn’t be practicing law.

01 Mar, 2022 by Anonymous

This woman is beyond irresponsible Should be disbarred Hire her at your own risk

John Joseph Briggs

901 9th Ave, Greeley, CO

Criminal Defense +1

3.0/5

3.0

2 Reviews

03 Feb, 2021 by George

John Briggs was asign to my case by the county, to be my pubic defender. I heard, he was the best & after almost a year of working with him; I can see he was. But of course public defenders work for free, as far as I know. I wanted to give the guy some money, to show my appreciation & for he's hard work but being 19 & a shy invert kid. I didnt have good communication skills, & never gave him my little 600.00 bucks I earned that summer. After a brief talk one evening with Mr.Briggs, of all he's work that year, it felt like he was asking for money. Being a nervous wreck & looking @ 16-32 years to life, I didn't think straight to gave him the money then. Well he took it personal; I believe..... & a day before trail, John Briggs coerced me to taking a plea deal. Mr. Briggs said "it's better to take one Felony, instead of 2 Felonies." I was in total shock, because it was an easy case & he even said we were going to beat it,we had ALL the EVIDENCE looking GOOD on my behave. I told him, what about what he had said before, about beating the case. But John gave me the dirtiest look & after seven minutes of thinking about it, I thought John Briggs was gonna screw me in the middle of trail, so I took the plea deal; which was engaging in a riot w/ a deadly weapon. Everyone in the courtroom was shocked, in the out come. Judge Joe Maus , said 2 years seems to low for you; I'm giving You 3 years Community corrections(The Villa). Then he slams He's mallet & it was over. Before anyone left the court room, Judge Joe Maus looks over & said ,"You should of just taken it to court; You'll would of beat it with SELF DEFENSE. " 3 weeks later or so , I was in the half way house, seeking @ least help for my alcoholism; but seeing that all the halfway house wanted was money & stressed very hard on it. I revoked myself & headed to prison, after just 3 months. Why did I do that? Because it was cheaper, & I would only do 18 months & the rest parole @ home. I played the system to save me money, & to get home faster. My heart does go out to the innocent people that go to prison, on wack charges because sometimes they end up getting more years in there, just because of the politics in prison. John Briggs is one of the best, but with a dark heart like that, I could of just used the SUCKIEST public defender there;& still beat my case. Your better off trying to represent YOURSELF, then GIVE YOUR LIFE OVER to THIS GUY.

05 Feb, 2009 by Anonymous

I thought he did a great job when I used him as a public defender. I hope he helps everyone that comes through his doors, which I am sure he will or he he will give it his best. Thanks.

Russell Burkhast Connelly

2550 Stover St Bldg C, Fort Collins, CO

Car Accident Criminal Defense Litigation +2 +5

3.0/5

3.0

2 Reviews

16 Aug, 2023 by Alexandra

Russell Connelly is very knowledgeable. He helped me understand the process from start to finish. Russell has a great attitude and was very easy to work. He helped me with a speedy resolution to my case. Russell, Thank you for all you have done for me in regards to my car accident! Much appreciated!

29 Apr, 2022 by Keith

Where do begin, I worked with Russell for over a year when he was at Ring & Associates in Fort Collins Colorado. This was for a car accident. Over the course of an entire year Russell didn't get anything done in my case. He had over 50 different times in which he failed to respond. He put in lackluster effort which reflected in my settlement amount. He never pushed to get more money in my pocket and It took and entire year to reach a settlement. The same exact deal that was presented in the beginning of the process. The only reason I accepted is because I was tired of dealing with his effort. Miss phone calls, missed emails, wouldn't give me updates for months on end. It was very sad to see how little he cared about me as a client. To put the cherry on top, he accepted the settlement in a frozen account left the firm and didn't bother to tell me. The only reason I ever knew is because I emailed 5 separate times to get a response. He finally responded with "Sorry I no longer work there" So he essential took a year to send a settlement that never changed and accepted it into a frozen account. Appreciate all the hard work you did for me. I highly recommend to any future potential clients to not use Russell, he does not care about his clients.

Peter L. Comar

Po Box 238, Alamosa, CO

Criminal Defense +1

3.0/5

3.0

2 Reviews

26 Mar, 2020 by Anonymous

I had the unfortunate experience of having Pete Comar with my divorce case, and I highly regret it. He is terrible at negotiating and over the top rude. He is condescending to others, all while he constantly makes mistakes with getting paperwork correct and in on time.

04 Apr, 2013 by Moses vargas

Pete L Comar is a verry good lawyer, he took over my case after my lawyer became a Judge, and Pete only charged me $900.00 to complete the paper work. P.S I still owe him some money Moses Vargas Would Recommend Mr. Comar if you whant to stay out of Jail. Peter L Comar and Moses have been friends for over ten years.

Gail K Johnson

1470 Walnut St, Boulder, CO

Appeals Civil Rights Criminal Defense +3

3.0/5

3.0

2 Reviews

14 Nov, 2018 by Fred rosa

Never been there. I guess I stopped too long at a stop light in front of this place.

21 Aug, 2017 by Mickeyrx7

Michael D. Liggett

425 West Mulberry Street, Suite 112, Fort Collins, CO

Criminal Defense Family Law Juvenile Law +1 +4

3.0/5

3.0

2 Reviews

25 Oct, 2015 by Anonymous

Our 16 yr old son got into trouble for theft. Turned out he committed 3 felonies. We were, of course, terrified with the prospects of the ramifications for our son. Upon recommendations we contacted Mike. He was immediately available to me on the phone, explained the process to me and was kind enough to ease my mind considerably. He spent a good 15 minutes with me on the phone although I my son was not even yet his client. I have not lost another night's sleep over it. Mike was always available to me. More often than not when I called and spoke to his Paralegal, Lisa, she would either put me through to him immediately or he would call me back promptly. He was available caring and extremely capable throughout the whole procedure. Thank God my son got out of it on Probation and community service, without a record and his future prospects not in ruins because of the stupid decisions of a teenager. You would be doing your child a great service by getting Mike on board with you. I will give him 5 stars only because they don't go up to 100

08 Jun, 2011 by Anonymous

I hired Mr. Liggett under the impression that I would have an attorney who could stand up to the antics of the aggressive and unreasonable attorney of my ex-spouse, and that he would pay attention to detail and keep me from harm. This was not the case. After convincing me to settle for a ridiculously high monthly maintenance payment and to give up a large portion of my retirement, Mr. Liggett didn't submit paperwork in a timely manner for a QDRO, after which my ex and her attorney filed frivolous, (in my view), contempt of court charges. After putting me off for months, and telling me that we're not in contempt, Mr. Liggett let the case go to court, where he finally suggested settling. When I questioned this, Mr. Liggett threatened to walk out on me during our meeting before the hearing. This behavior was unacceptable, especially since we could have settled months earlier and saved me time, angst, and money. In addition Mr. Liggett overlooked loopholes in my stipulation that left my name on the mortgage of the home awarded to my ex spouse. She failed to pay her mortgage and damaged my credit to the point that I can't qualify for a credit card. After calling him and emailing him several times over several weeks about rectifying this problem with no response, I ended our relationship. Mr. Liggett gave reason in his formal notice of withdrawal as my counsel that "Irreconcilable differences exist between petitioner and counsel." Had he simply called me to let me know what these differences are, I would have listened. Yet he chose not to do this, and I truly feel it was because he was intimidated by the ex's attorney. I can see where Mr. Liggett might be decent if the other side is reasonable. However, if your case is contentious and you need someone to really fight for you, I'd recommend going elsewhere.

Sara Colleen Steele

4710 E Bromley Ln, Brighton, CO

Appeals Criminal Defense Litigation +3

3.0/5

3.0

2 Reviews

11 Nov, 2018 by Anonymous

I recently had the pleasure of having Sara Steele represent me as my Public Defender. Miss Steele worked hard to protect my interests. Because of all her efforts on my behalf, in addition to other things she did for me, she also pushed forward the Continuance Motion that allowed me to maintain my position with my current employer. I would wholeheartedly recommend Sara Steele as the Public Defender of choice serving Adams County. She genuinely cares about her clients and it shows in all that she does for them.

06 Feb, 2015 by Anonymous

I went to prison because I was not told of SEVERAL affirmative defenses. Ms. Steele lied by omission and seems to have one agenda- disposing of cases. If you are unlucky and get her as your public defender fire her and don't look back. I'm retrying under 35c and will be aquitted

Michael R. Hartmann

422 4th St., Alamosa, CO

Criminal Defense +1

3.0/5

3.0

2 Reviews

24 Aug, 2021 by Anonymous

He was clueless as to my case - the DA is the one who helped me with plea offers, not this so called attorney who now I find out is nothing but a starving attorney. Takes your money and gives you false information resulting is false hope. He has lied in the past as far as working for the DA office to get what he needed. Do not hire this individual, he DOES NOT know the law.

26 Jan, 2015 by Christopher

I found Michael to be very good at his job. He represented me in a professional and conscientious way and gave me options to weigh, and consider, before making an informed decision (one that I would need to abide by). I found him to be intelligent, well-accomplished, and very accomplished in his field. I would recommend him very highly to anyone who needs an attorney and would require representation in law.

Sean Michael McCarthy

Po Box 2156, Arvada, CO

Criminal Defense Juvenile Law Sex Crime +3

3.0/5

3.0

2 Reviews

24 Sep, 2024 by Paul

Mr. McCarthy did not waste my time when it comes to offering legal counsel. He asks good questions, gives direct feedback and will work extra hours to complete the task.

11 Apr, 2023 by Anonymous

Was assigned to be a public defender for my in my case. Did not care about the case obviously, did not even view the video evidence i provided him, lied to me. Basically an extension of the DA's office. Should not be allowed to practice law.

Amy Jane Simons

10940 S. Parker Rd., Parker, CO

Bankruptcy Criminal Defense Personal Injury +2 +5

3.0/5

3.0

2 Reviews

10 Jan, 2015 by Joe

Amy is currently helping me litigate against A large retailer and has helped my wife in the past with litigation against a pizza delivery worker who t-boned us years ago. I know of no other lawyer who would go through what she's been through with me. She is so responsive, generous, caring and trustworthy. She has helped me tremendously and has been a true friend throughout this ordeal. While she is still learning about Workers Comp cases she is not afraid of the big boys or to ask colleagues for advice or to school herself on the issues. What a tremendous job se has done for me and my family. She helped me get my job back, to win compensability in what seemed like a hopeless case, and we're still fighting. She is tenacious, doesn't give up and her background outside of Workers Comp in other areas of practice proved invaluable in my situation. I have recommended her to several friends and co-workers and she has successfully litigated on their behalf, winning two that I have sent her way and working on two others beside mine. Through my case and others she has become a local expert in dealing with Wal-Mart and standing up to their tactics. I highly recommend her services should you need to stand up to this Goliath. Thank you Amy for all you have done and are still doing. Whatever happens I will be eternally grateful for you! Pastor Joe Senior Pastor, Mile High Bible Institute

04 Apr, 2014 by Hlg

This lawyer failed to do what I hired her for. Actually she did the opposite and really hurt my case, continually infuriating the Judge. We constantly asked for itemized statements that was never met and was overcharged for services never preformed. I'm hoping and praying that this will help out others. Thank you for your time.

Amanda Kathleen Becker

1435 Larimer Square, Denver, CO

Criminal Defense Immigration Juvenile Law +3

3.0/5

3.0

2 Reviews

01 Aug, 2017 by Thomas

Amanda was appointed by the court to represent me. She failed at even the most basic tasks. One of her motions was so filled with spelling errors that it was barely understandable. She was very disorganized, it took more than 5 meetings for her to remember to bring one key document which made things take forever. Two weeks before trial, after her having 8 months to prepare and an investigator to assist her, she revealed that she was so unprepared for court that I would have to suffer 6 more months of anxiety about the case while she continued to prepare. I wound up taking a plea deal for something I didn't do just to be able to get on with my life. Don't waste your time, hire a real lawyer instead.

23 May, 2017 by Max

she helped me through the trial process of a d.u.i. with great skill and profesinalisim.

Ginger Vidrine

4450 Arapahoe Ave Ste 100, Boulder, CO

Criminal Defense +1

3.0/5

3.0

2 Reviews

27 Oct, 2023 by Scott

I hired this attorney to combat a restraining order. She took the money on-time $5000. Showed up LATE to court. Is easily rattled in court. Stay away from this attorney.

09 Jan, 2015 by Anonymous

Ginger has represented me 4 different times, each time exceeding my expectations. She handled my DUI cases and child custody case flawlessly. When meeting with Ginger she was always professional, understanding and compassionate to my situation. She always had my best interest in mind and fought like crazy for me. Being a professional myself, I understand how difficult it is to deal with clients who are extremely needy and lack common sense. Ginger does this with no effort and class. I tell everyone I know to hire her. She does what she says she's going to do.

David Marc Rosen

1560 Broadway Ste 300, Denver, CO

Criminal Defense +1

3.0/5

3.0

1 Reviews

10 Jul, 2014 by Anonymous

Was in my defense of a truly time of hardship, he never cut corners of information and his square. That's good for a well rounded approach. Like the endorsement his care and concerns are generally genuine.

Sean Benjamin Solis

1900 16th St Ste 1400, Denver, CO

Business Criminal Defense Litigation +3

3.0/5

3.0

1 Reviews

15 Nov, 2017 by Antonio “tone” medina

Parking is tricky, call for directions

Marcus Aaron Haggard

1900 16th St Ste 1400, Denver, CO

Appeals Criminal Defense Federal Crime +1 +4

3.0/5

3.0

1 Reviews

15 Nov, 2017 by Antonio “tone” medina

Parking is tricky, call for directions

Kristen Faith Morris

1900 16th St Ste 950, Denver, CO

Criminal Defense +1

3.0/5

3.0

1 Reviews

15 Nov, 2017 by Antonio “tone” medina

Parking is tricky, call for directions

Anthony John Dicola

Po Box 312, Hot Sulphur Springs, CO

Criminal Defense +1

2.8/5

2.8

9 Reviews

17 Mar, 2022 by Lisa

Hiring Jack was the best thing I did for myself! He knows his stuff and he knows Grand County! when we met up in person he made sure I understood what was going on in my case. It was a huge breath of fresh air! Before I hired Jack, I was considering hiring a lawyer out of Denver. I thought I needed a big shot lawyer from Denver to handle my case. After the Denver lawyer informed me of his $25,000.00 retainer, I called Jack for a second opinion. He handled my case for a fourth of that cost and basically got me off in a matter of a couple months! So glad I went with a local lawyer Who knows his stuff! Thanks Jack!

10 Aug, 2019 by Anonymous

Hied Jack for a small civil issue. The most on time thing he did was cash the check for payment. Good luck trying to get ahold of him. I cant tell if it was the caseload, him, or both. Would never recommend. Ever.

16 Apr, 2019 by Anonymous

Hired Mr. Dicola to mitigate a divorce. He did a fantastic job representing and advising me.

Chad A. Atkins

9249 S Broadway # 200 138, Highlands Ranch, CO

Criminal Defense +1

2.7/5

2.7

4 Reviews

02 Dec, 2020 by Anonymous

He is a good lawyer and helped me through a tough spot. it worked out a lot better than it could have been a lot worse without his help.

27 Jun, 2014 by Kevin

I'm still bitter over the fact that this lawyer accepted my money and showed up in court completely unprepared. I had to write all of my witness questions down during the trial, or this guy would've had no clue. Do yourself a favor so you don't end up in trouble like I did and go hire another lawyer.

19 Mar, 2013 by Larry

I used this defense attorney for a case in Douglas County. He helped a lot.

Ray Lee Hughes

2550 S Prairie Ave, Pueblo, CO

Criminal Defense Family Law Juvenile Law +1 +4

2.5/5

2.5

2 Reviews

16 Mar, 2020 by Megan

Worked my case quickly and efficiently. Great lawyer as well as a great person in general. Very professional when necessary also humble and humane. Very pleased with his services and will use him again if ever necessary in the future!

22 Oct, 2019 by Anonymous

Unable to subscribe to the most basic communication, after already having been charged fees.

Stephen R. Talbot

1318 Court Street, Pueblo, CO

Criminal Defense Family Law Personal Injury +3

2.5/5

2.5

2 Reviews

04 May, 2022 by Alice

Called Mr Talbot’s office two times (on a Friday & the following Monday) explained my need for a attorney that could help with trying to get temporary custody of my granddaughter and how she was living in a very dangerous situation BUT neither one of Mr Talbot’s admin assistants (Justice or Michele) returned my call as they said they would. Guess Mr Talbot or his assistants thought my very dire situation was not worthy of their attention. This is an emergency situation but I guess only for a deeply worried/concerned grandmother. So if you have an emergency situation as I have, don’t bother calling this law office as they have no regard for your feelings

01 May, 2019 by Anonymous

He had listened to me I was an innocent man and he stand by my side and got my case dismissed pretty straightforward guy. Thank you Stephen for your help

Joyce Hellen Akhahenda

1300 N Broadway Ste 400, Denver, CO

Criminal Defense +1

2.4/5

1.0

1 Reviews

3.9

10 Reviews

11 Apr, 2024 by Emir dini

A cesspool of legal malpractice. I watched several parents go through agonizing ordeals despite ORPC being aware (and failing to intervene). Lots of embedded institutional bias, particularly towards Hispanic clients. In my opinion, ORPC needs a leadership change and more judicial scrutiny.

24 Aug, 2023 by Anna beer

I was trying to get in contact with then for 4 weeks regarding my lawyer and I only got a response after leaving nasty voice-mail on their general mailbox. Once I got in contact with them they fairly quickly reached out to my lawyer and he became response after that so I do appreciate that. But then after I needed to speak with them again I've called 5 times and I'm still awaiting a call back. It's very frustrating.

21 Jun, 2023 by Cami garcia

Such an amazing company! Supporting parents that are at their lowest point is truly admirable!!

Theodore Shih

1801 Broadway Ste 1400, Denver, CO

Criminal Defense +1

2.3/5

2.3

3 Reviews

12 Jul, 2024 by Jim

I read other reviews mentioning negative experiences with Ted, particularly noting his rudeness and self-importance during introductory conversations. Initially, I didn't think this was enough to judge him by, but my experience confirmed their sentiments. During our introductory call, I was appalled by Ted's attitude and disrespect towards other attorneys. He dominated the conversation, leaving me no opportunity to speak. Instead of discussing my case, he insisted on "telling me" how things would be, which felt overbearing and dismissive. Ted's approach was self-gratifying and belittling, showing no humility or understanding that clients are paying for his service. It's astonishing to encounter an attorney who lacks basic respect and empathy for his clients. Ted's behavior is unacceptable for someone in a service-oriented profession.

11 Aug, 2015 by Anonymous

I have no experience with this attorney, other than the consultation. He may be great in court, but his social skills on the phone were subpar. He did not listen well, rushing to get it over with and often interrupting stating that I was off topic or jumping around, when I was not. He did not listen to facts that I had hoped to share then left me with an over-simplified conclusion. He was also quite unmodest about his credentials, stating that he was perhaps the most experienced attorney on the site and that all of his reviews were positive. I can't state this for certain, but I question the validity of the reviews, which are nearly all 5 stars. One reason I question this is that he quoted me $300 per hour with a $5000 retainer, which differs from the posted $250 and $2500 retainer posted on the site.

25 May, 2015 by Sharon

Ted was invaluable with helping me through my divorce. My ex is a bully, manipulative, narcissistic and very difficult to deal with. Mediation was completely out of the question, although I really believed it possible at one point. If you are going into a contentious divorce with kids and/or assets, Ted is the man to have in your corner. He was aggressive when necessary, totally on top of the deadlines, the legalities and very responsive when I had yet another problem from my husband. His billing was transparent and easy to understand. One suggestion I would make with any legal situation, listen to your attorney, don't kid yourself about anything, be truthful and be very cooperative when it comes to the courts. I can't say enough good things about Ted. And I am thankfully divorced. I had to go trial because my ex husband just refused to work with me on any level. He refused to leave the house and took every opportunity to make the divorce harder on our kids, more expensive and time consuming. When you are putting the next 10+ years in the hands of a judge who has to put the needs your kids first and foremost, and it costing a fortune, it is worth it to have Ted Shih as your lawyer.

Nancy Holton

1045 N. Lincoln Street #202, Denver, CO

Criminal Defense +1

2.3/5

2.3

3 Reviews

27 Apr, 2023 by Anonymous

Nancy Holten, it's working with the DA to get convictions on innocent people. That she know is innocent. She don't do no work she don't return calls she can't give you a direct answer when you ask her a question!about your case. She tells you that she got to go back and look at the paperwork never gets back with you to clarify what she found after you tell her. She just a very nonchalant person as a lawyer. You tell her the same thing over and over and over again and then she tell you oh I don't remember that I have to go back and look at the paperwork.

22 Jan, 2017 by Phil

I originally hired an expencive lawyer which afterwords resulted in a filling of a motion under rule 35 c Inefective assistance of council at that time I obtained Miss Holton She not only got a sucsesfull 35 c but then defended me on the original case and got me found not Guilty of all charges were the original Lawyer failed to do his job. You need to understand I was facing the habitual account but because of the diligence of miss Holton and the evidence she obtained I was found nor guilty of all. Thank You miss Holton U saved My life

02 Feb, 2015 by Anonymous

I am currently being represented by Nancy Holton. My case has been set for trial in a few months. She has met with me one time in 15 months and she never returns my phone calls. She has pressured me to take a deal that was put on the table before I even plead "Guilty or Not Guilty." She has filed one motion on my behalf because I requested to see my discovery and that was 11 months after she became my court appointed attorney. I have still not seen the discovery. The one time that we met she told me that it was way too many pages to buy but she will go through it and take out the pages I don't need. I can pick it up that same day from the front desk. I still have not seen it. It never made it to the front desk or in to my hands. The charge that I am facing a is a felony but I have been offered a misdemeanor charge if I take the deal and the prosecutor has offered me no jail time. I am moving forward with this because I am not guilty and my attorney has no idea where we are in the case each time were in court. I have to remind her of what had happened in the last court hearing. There are extenuating circumstances where the police involved violated at least 3 constitutional rights and my attorney is playing dumb. I am set for trial and nothing towards my case has been gone over and at this point I am not sure what to do.

Sherri A. Murgallis

945 Front St, Louisville, CO

Civil Rights Criminal Defense Estate Planning +2 +5

2.2/5

2.2

4 Reviews

13 Jul, 2022 by Anonymous

We hired Sherri to help us with getting an APR for my brother’s child who was in my care. Our case, not unlike others, had a fair amount of small details. I would sit down with Sherri and explain the situation or answer questions she asked, watch her take notes and then a few days or a week later, she would tell me she needed the same details we had already gone over and stated that I hadn’t given her yet. She often misspelled names or got a DOB wrong, even after being corrected and that still made it’s way into the final document. She sent an email at the conclusion of our case stating she would return the retainer and then a week later, she said there was nothing to return (she would bill when the retainer had run low, so it felt as though she had intentionally found enough to charge to keep the entire retainer). After consulting with an attorney who mainly works on custody/adoption, we’ve found our APR is boardline illegal based on the way it’s been written. Overall, Sherri seemed polite and professional, but in regards to our case, she felt scatterbrained, spread too thin and not well versed in family law. I respect her as a person but would not hire her as an attorney again.

27 Dec, 2019 by Jeffrey

Ms Murgallis made repeated mistakes that cost me several thousand dollars. She was incapable of even getting the basic court ordered documents, despite repeatedly telling me she could. She then made sure there were no consequences to the opposing party for not turning them over. She refused to present evidence of serious legal infractions of the opposing party. Undermining my argument and strengthening that of the opposing party. She made sure that the case cost as much as possible to the point that I had to send her an email telling her to stop wasting her time and my money until she got the documents she said she would be able to obtain. You will need to know the laws so that when you try to stand up for your rights she won't be able to force you into a bad situation.

14 Feb, 2017 by Laura

I will definitely hire Sherri again if I ever need legal assistance. She was straightforward, compassionate yet professional, and represented me well. She gave my case the amount of attention it needed, but no more -- which kept her fees reasonable as well.

Rickey A Fitzsimmons

1444 Stuart St, Denver, CO

Business Child Support Criminal Defense +5 +8

2.1/5

2.1

7 Reviews

27 Mar, 2024 by Anonymous

If I could give no stars I would. He’s a fraud and scams elders! Waste of time and money. Steers you in the wrong direction but happily takes your money!

16 Nov, 2022 by Pitrone

Rickey has done magnificent work for myself, family and friends over the last 25 years. In this age when honesty and integrity aren’t the norm Rickey has these qualities in abundance!!!

26 Jun, 2022 by Anonymous

If I could give a 0 rating I would this man should have retired 10 years ago all he does is talk to you like you're a friend and he gives you advice but never actually helps you with your court case. He sat in on a mediation with me and talked to my sister the entire time about her living in New York and then turned around and tried to charge me thousands of dollars for it. I ended up having to complete my entire case alone with the courts. He should be disbarred if you ask me and he should give his services away for free.

Roger Bruce Larsen

2825 White Pine Ct, Canon City, CO

Criminal Defense Estate Planning Family Law +3

2.0/5

2.0

4 Reviews

05 Sep, 2019 by Jessica

I got a pretty serious charge when i was 19/20 yrs old, I had a drug addiction& Roger stuck his neck out for me, he convinced the judge to get me into rehab(after i had already blown through all the chances the judge had given me) he saved my life. And because of him caring about my future& wellbeing he saved my life. Bevause of him I am still sober today and I am 28 years old. If not for Roger I'd be either on prison locked up or a casket dead. Thank ypu Roger for everything you've done.

10 Mar, 2013 by Anonymous

I have been dealing with a dependency and neglect case. Roger is court appointed. He seems only concerned with collecting the county check. He has not done a single thing i asked him to do. He is just simply sending me through the motions of such a case. I cant believe he even calls himself an attorney. He has blocked me from emailing him or changed his email without informing me.

26 Jan, 2013 by Anonymous

As far as having an Attorney, I should have just paid his paralegal Deb. She was the one I talked to, explained things to me and looked things up. Not only did Larsen cause me to lose my children, but he didn't even know what he was defending me for. Then didn't even care enough to fix it. When he decided to withdraw from my case, his paralegal Deb told me a month after he already had, and he didn't even bother to call, then I had a court date I didn't even find out about till 4 days before. I personally think that since it was HIS mistake that caused my ex to take my children then it should be his responsibility to fix it. However I have gotten a different Attorney and if I were you, I wouldn't hire a Attorney with no sense of responsibility.

Esteban A Martinez

4845 Pearl East Circle, Boulder, CO

Criminal Defense +1

2.0/5

2.0

1 Reviews

08 Dec, 2009 by Anonymous

He was somewhat knowledgeable... when we could get a hold of him. But that was one of the large problems - he always seemed preoccupied with something/someone else!!!!!

James Nolan Bartkus

6450 S Revere Pkwy, Centennial, CO

Criminal Defense Family Law +2

2.0/5

2.0

4 Reviews

27 May, 2023 by Kc g

It is such a shame to see a brand new mom being charged with a felony. She sleeps with her child on the first night home and instead of showing empathy, you charge her? Do you not think she is punishing herself every second for this accident? What is happening to this world? Anyone involved in this should really take a hard look at themselves. Shameful.

24 Feb, 2020 by Brenda helton

My experience with denver d as office and detectives and victims advicates after my son was murdered was above and beyond what i expected i give them all my thanks.appreciation and respect to you all

08 Jan, 2020 by Victoria s

The district attorney refused to take a clear fraud case. A babysitter steals a check and writes herself a $1000 check forges a signature and the DA sees no clear case ??!?!!? That’s ridiculous. I’m no law expert but I think starting with forgery and larceny charges is a good place.

Darcy Hill Kofol

6450 S Revere Pkwy, Centennial, CO

Appeals Criminal Defense Litigation +1 +4

2.0/5

2.0

4 Reviews

27 May, 2023 by Kc g

24 Feb, 2020 by Brenda helton

My experience with denver d as office and detectives and victims advicates after my son was murdered was above and beyond what i expected i give them all my thanks.appreciation and respect to you all

08 Jan, 2020 by Victoria s

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What a Criminal Defense Lawyer Can Do for You

A criminal defense lawyer provides legal representation to individuals or organizations accused of criminal conduct. If you're facing criminal charges, a defense lawyer will work to protect your rights, build a defense strategy, and ensure you receive a fair trial. Their primary goal is to reduce or dismiss charges, secure an acquittal, or negotiate a favorable plea deal.

Criminal defense lawyers have extensive knowledge of criminal law and court procedures. They investigate your case, identify weaknesses in the prosecution's evidence, and represent you in court, ensuring that you have the best possible defense.

When Should I Hire a Criminal Defense Lawyer?

It’s crucial to hire a criminal defense lawyer as soon as possible if you are facing any criminal charges. Some situations in which you should seek legal representation include:

Arrest or police questioning: If you've been arrested or are under investigation, hiring a lawyer early on can prevent self-incrimination and protect your rights during police questioning.
Felony charges: Crimes such as murder, assault, drug trafficking, or robbery carry severe penalties, including long prison sentences. A defense lawyer is essential in these cases.
Misdemeanor charges: Even for less serious offenses like DUI, theft, or simple assault, a lawyer can help reduce penalties, negotiate alternatives to jail, or get charges dismissed.
Plea negotiations: If you’re considering a plea bargain, a lawyer can evaluate the deal, advise you on its consequences, and negotiate for more favorable terms.
Probation or parole violations: If you’ve been accused of violating probation or parole, a lawyer can defend you against additional penalties or revocation.
Juvenile offenses: For minors charged with criminal acts, a criminal defense lawyer can protect their future by minimizing legal repercussions or keeping the case in juvenile court.

What Does a Criminal Defense Lawyer Do?

Criminal defense lawyers provide comprehensive legal services to protect their clients’ rights throughout the criminal justice process. Their duties include:

Case evaluation and investigation: Reviewing the evidence, interviewing witnesses, and investigating the facts to develop a strong defense strategy.
Legal advice: Advising you on your rights, the charges you’re facing, and potential defense strategies, including whether to take a plea deal or go to trial.
Negotiating plea bargains: Working with prosecutors to negotiate a plea deal that could reduce charges or minimize penalties.
Court representation: Representing you in all court hearings, including bail hearings, pretrial motions, trials, and sentencing hearings.
Filing motions: Filing motions to dismiss charges, suppress evidence, or reduce bail, depending on the specifics of your case.
Trial preparation and defense: Preparing a defense strategy and presenting arguments, evidence, and witnesses during trial to contest the prosecution's case.
Appeals: If you are convicted, a defense lawyer can appeal the conviction or sentence, arguing errors in the trial process or legal rulings.

How Are Criminal Defense Lawyers Paid?

Criminal defense lawyers generally charge clients in one of three ways, depending on the complexity of the case and the lawyer’s experience. Payment structures include:

Flat fee: For straightforward cases (e.g., minor misdemeanors), some lawyers charge a one-time flat fee that covers all aspects of the defense.
Hourly rate: For more complex or ongoing cases, lawyers may charge by the hour, with rates varying based on the lawyer’s experience and geographic location.
Retainer fee: In cases where extensive work is expected, the client may pay a retainer fee upfront. The lawyer then bills against that retainer for their work on the case.

The cost of criminal defense services can vary greatly, so it’s important to discuss fees during your initial consultation.

How Much Does a Criminal Defense Lawyer Cost?

The cost of hiring a criminal defense lawyer depends on several factors, including the severity of the charges, the complexity of the case, and the lawyer’s experience. General cost guidelines are:

Misdemeanor cases: For relatively minor offenses, such as a DUI or petty theft, a flat fee may range from $1,500 to $5,000.
Felony cases: More serious charges, such as assault or drug trafficking, can range from $10,000 to $100,000 or more, depending on the complexity and duration of the case.
Hourly rates: For cases billed by the hour, lawyers may charge anywhere from $150 to $500 or more per hour, depending on their expertise and the case's location.
Additional expenses: You may also be responsible for other costs, such as filing fees, expert witness fees, or the cost of private investigators.

Be sure to clarify the lawyer’s fee structure and any potential additional costs during your consultation.

How to Check the Credibility of a Criminal Defense Lawyer

To verify the credibility of a criminal defense lawyer, take the following steps:

Check their standing with the state bar: Confirm that the lawyer is licensed and in good standing with your state’s bar association. Look for any past disciplinary actions or complaints.
Read online reviews and testimonials: Platforms like Avvo, Martindale-Hubbell, or Google can provide insights from previous clients about the lawyer’s communication, professionalism, and case outcomes.
Ask for references: A reputable lawyer should have past clients or other professionals who can speak to their competence and work ethic.
Review their case history: Look at the lawyer’s website or professional profile to see their experience with criminal cases, including high-profile or complex cases.
Look for trial experience: If your case might go to trial, make sure the lawyer has a strong history of courtroom advocacy and success.

What Should I Prepare for My First Consultation?

To make the most of your first consultation with a criminal defense lawyer, bring the following:

Details of your case: Be prepared to provide a detailed account of the charges against you, including any documents related to your arrest, police reports, and court dates.
Criminal history: If you have any prior criminal convictions, inform your lawyer so they can understand how that may affect your current case.
List of witnesses or evidence: If there are any potential witnesses or evidence that may support your defense, share this information during the consultation.
Questions for the lawyer: Prepare questions about their experience, legal strategy, and fees to ensure you understand how they will handle your case.
Bail or release documents: If you’ve been released on bail, bring any paperwork related to your release conditions or restrictions.

By being well-prepared, you can help your lawyer quickly assess your situation and begin building an effective defense strategy.

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