Pitkin County Domestic Violence Lawyers

I have been practicing law for over twenty years. I have a unique background in that I have substantial experience in both Criminal Law, Personal Injury & Divorce / Family Law. With regard to my Criminal Practice, I have handled several hundred cases including felony drug cases, white collar crime, DUI/DWI/DWAI/DUID cases, Domestic Violence and any number of any traffic cases. I spent several years working within the Denver Drug Court, which handles only felony drug crimes. With regard to my Civil Personal Injury Practice, at one time, I...

Former Domestic Violence/Sexual Assault Prosecutor; 17 years experience in criminal law; “high rate of acquittals/dismissals” for domestic violence cases. Nationally recognized for her work in domestic violence defense, and has obtained acquittals/dismissals in several high profile sex assault cases.

Listed in: Who’s Who in Top U.S. Criminal Defense Attorneys; Who’s Who in American Criminal Lawyers. Book award, Trial Workshop, (Thomas M. Cooley Law School, Dec. 1996); book award, Advanced Trial Workshop, (Thomas M. Cooley Law School, May 1997). Referenced by SEC in development of new regulations, “Money Laundering in the Securities Industry,”. Published dissertation Georgetown...

John Scott represents persons alleged to have committed crimes in Leadville and Lake, Summit, Eagle and Chaffee Counties. John has been focusing almost exclusively on criminal law matters since 2005. He has successfully tried many criminal jury trials and negotiated results favorable to his clients in hundreds of criminal cases. John has tried jury trials in cases involving first degree murder, sexual assault, kidnapping, violent assaults, aggravated motor vehicle theft, aggravated robbery, habitual criminal counts, weapons charges, drug trafficking, driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol, domestic violence, and many other types of charges. In 2010, John retired from the United...

Before entering private practice, Heidi Troxell spent seven years at the Colorado Public Defender's Office representing clients charged with all manner of felonies and misdemeanors. Ms. Troxell has negotiated thousands of cases, conducted 40+ jury trials, drafted and argued countless motions, and defended clients against everything from DUI's to homicides and sex offenses. She has also negotiated multiple dismissals and deferred sentences. Being charged with a crime can be an embarrassing and stressful experience. Through plea negotiation, cases are often resolved quickly and quietly. However, in some cases justice can only be achieved by going to...

As a partner in the firm Johnson Carey Law, Erik Johnson is dedicated to defending your rights. His legal experience includes but is not limited to: serious felonies; misdemeanors such as DUI, harassment, domestic violence, theft, bankruptcy, and many more. Erik is committed to providing the best legal representation for his clients, and maintains the highest rate of client satisfaction due in large part to his exceptional work ethic, diligence and overall concern for his client’s interests and well-being. Erik practices and lives his strongly held commitment to treating everyone with equal respect especially when clients are dealing with difficult...

Stephanie Bergner was licensed to practice law in the state of Colorado in October, 2012. Shortly after, she started the Bergner Law Office. The Bergner Law Office specializes in family law and civil litigation. We recognize the collateral aspects of divorce and custody disputes and always attempt amicable resolution before heading to the courthouse. Bergner Law Office is focused on addressing the emotional and financial impact that legal proceedings have on both parents and children. We offer income-based fees for legal services and are driven to provide quality, affordable, and efficient legal services that are accessible to...

James Stanley has over 30 years experience practicing criminal and DUI law. He has handled thousands of criminal and DUI cases and has conducted over 150 jury trials. Mr. Stanley is a former Colorado Senior Deputy District Attorney. He knows how to evaluate the merits of a criminal case, detect defects in police investigations, recognize when an individual's constitutional rights have been violated, discover procedural errors and make the right decisions on how to handle the case. These skills come from evaluating thousands of police investigations and preparing criminal and DUI cases for trial. If the police...

Brandon U. Luna's strategically placed firm in Delta County, Colorado is able to serve residents of Mesa, Pitkin, Montrose, Gunnison, Garfield, and San Miguel Counties. He has handled over 5000 criminal cases as a former Deputy District Attorney and now offers his experience to you as a Criminal Defense Attorney. He started Luna Law to help good people who have made a mistake navigate through the confusing and often scary criminal justice system. As a small town law firm, Luna Law is also well equipped to handle other legal services, such as wills, contract law, or simple consultation.

As someone who has worked as a Colorado criminal defense attorney since 2005, Jeff Weeden has seen all of this and more. He understands the various ways that those accused of crimes get “squeezed” by the system and how easy it can be to find yourself railroaded.

His mission at WeedenLaw is to make sure this does not happen to you. How? By getting someone on your side who knows how to fight back using the law and is willing and able to do so – no matter who is on the other side or what you have been accused of...

Joe moved to Colorado from Texas in 1969. He is the oldest of 10 siblings. He graduated from Mullen High School, where he was active in Speech and Debate. He finished 3rd nationally at the National Student Congress in 1975. Joe then returned to Texas and obtained a B.B.A in Management in 1977, summa cum laude, at the University of the Incarnate Word located in San Antonio. After two years selling computers and computer services, he attended law school in Boulder at the University of Colorado, receiving a J.D. degree in 1982. Joe was married to Jan O'Mary in 1977. They...

Melissa Garscin is a criminal defense attorney with more than 20 years of experience defending DUI and criminal cases in Colorado. Melissa Garscin is a Colorado native and earned her Juris Doctorate from the University of Denver, College of Law in 1998.

Melissa began her law career as a trial attorney with the Colorado State Public Defender's Office. Melissa's criminal defense experience ranges from murder, assault, organized crime, sex crimes, DUI, domestic violence, drug cases and traffic violations. Melissa is an experienced litigator and trial attorney having tried more than 100 cases in different jurisdictions throughout Colorado.

In addition...

Ernest Marquez has practiced law in Colorado since 1986. A graduate of the University of Colorado School of Law, he served with the Office of the Public Defender from 1986 to 1990, working in Arapahoe, Douglas, Fremont, Chaffee and Park County, Colorado. He opened his office in Salida, Colorado in September of 1990.

Ernest has a wide range of experience. He has tried numerous homicide cases and secured Not Guilty verdicts in Salida, Colorado Springs and Pueblo. He has defended and tried cases involving sexual assault, drug use and possession, theft, assault, arson and other major crimes. He has worked on...

SE HABLA ESPANOL! Dalia Labrador is a devoted criminal defense trial attorney who brings a wealth of experience to the Garscin Law firm.

Prior to joining Garscin Law, Ms. Labrador worked for the Ryley Carlock & Applewhite law group. In a span of her law career, Ms. Labrador has settled numerous cases for clients involving felonies and misdemeanor charges. Such as felony theft, DUI's, DWAI's, internet luring, sex assaults, hit & runs, careless driving, child abuse, reckless driving, etc.

Ms. Labrador has experience both on the State and Defense side. Ms. Labrador learned how prosecutors bring charges from...

Timothy Edstrom, J.D.,
Senior Associate

Timothy Edstrom, senior associate of the Bagley Law Firm, LLC Longmont, Colorado and state resident for over 25 years is the top criminal defense attorney in Colorado. Being diligent and service-oriented, Timothy Edstrom has had success litigating some of the most high-profile civil rights cases in Colorado history, including the Michael DeHerrera and Juan Vasquez police brutality lawsuits. Furthermore, Timothy Edstrom has conducted approximately 60 jury trials for cases such as criminal defense for first degree murder and million dollar lawsuits. Additionally, he is experienced with workers’ compensation, immigration, Social Security, personal injury, business...

Being charged with a crime puts your life in the hands of a judicial system that all too often does not care about the truth - the truth of who you are, the truth of what happened, the truth of what a conviction would mean for you and your loved ones. It is an experience that is terrifying and leaves you feeling lost, powerless, and unheard. I've dedicated my life to being a voice for the accused, because the truth is no matter the situation, you also have a story to tell and deserve to be heard. Whether that means fighting...

Barrett Weisz specializes in criminal defense, personal injury and insurance bad faith litigation in state and federal courts.

Mr. Weisz began his career as a Colorado State Public Defender and has tried more than 90 cases to verdict in courts throughout Colorado. Mr. Weisz is well known and respected by prosecutors at both the state and federal level. Mr. Weisz has successfully defended persons accused of murder, sexual assault, domestic violence, drug possession and trafficking, firearms offenses, DUI, and white collar crimes. Mr. Weisz has argued criminal appeals before the Colorado Court of Appeals, the Colorado Supreme Court and the United...

Representing clients in Northwest Colorado since 2005 in Routt, Moffat, Rio Blanco, Jackson and Grand Counties.

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Jolein was born in Macomb, Illinois and was raised in Iowa and Missouri. She graduated Summa Cum Laude fromTruman State University (formally known as Northeast Missouri State University) where she graduated with a BA in English and a minor in History. During her time at Truman State University, Jolein also studied abroad in Heidelberg, Germany. In 1987, Jolein graduated with a law degree from the University of Colorado and after her graduation, worked at two general practice law firms. In 1990, believing that law should be more personalized and less costly, Jolein opened her own law firm which...

Meredith R. Callan has nearly a decade's experience in civil and criminal defense law. Ms. Callan's background as an Assistant Attorney General in the Civil Division and as a trial lawyer in private practice brings a wealth of experience to her clients' benefit. Ms. Callan's talent for finding solutions both in and out of the courtroom is much appreciated by her clients and by others. In addition to her legal work, Ms. Callan devotes pro bono hours every month to the Colorado Lawyers for Colorado Veterans Clinic and to artists at the Denver Art Society.

I am a former Colorado felony prosecutor with over 25 years legal experience. I am and here here to listen and help you with your criminal defense, family law issues and child custody cases. I take pride in getting to know about my clients and their lives, so the prosecution and courts don't just treat them like a number. I don't shuffle my clients off to younger associates. I personally handle all my cases. I am a zealous and passionate advocate for all my clients, many of whom stay in contact with me after their...

I am a determined and aggressive attorney with a proven record as a skilled courtroom litigator taking nearly 100 cases to trial. I began my training in criminal law as a Colorado State Public Defender where I practiced for 18 years. I have a dedicated practice of criminal defense and represent individuals who are charged or pending charges in municipal, county and district court.

Austin M. Lux is an attorney in the Colorado Springs area specializing in Criminal Defense. Austin attended law school at the University of Denver where he focused on litigation and was an assistant editor for the 2016 edition of the Colorado Evidence Courtroom Manual, a popular reference manual utilized by judges and practitioners throughout the state. After graduation, Austin joined Colorado's 4th Judicial District where he served for four years as a Deputy District Attorney. During his tenure as a District Attorney, Austin handled cases ranging from DUIs and domestic violence charges to aggravated felonies and vehicular homicides. Austin was a...

Patterson Weaver is an experienced trial attorney dedicated to providing his clients with first-class personalized service and excellent outcomes.

As a former felony prosecutor, Mr. Weaver tried cases ranging from DUIs to felony Crime of Violence cases, with an outstanding rate of success. While a County Court prosecutor, Patterson became one of the few attorneys in the state of Colorado to try and win an evidentiary “Shreck” hearing on the admissibility of Drug Recognition Expert (DRE) testimony. For his efforts, the Pikes Peak Region DUI Taskforce gave him the “Complex Prosecution Award." More recently, Mr. Weaver has...

Sabra Janko, Esq. practices in the areas of divorce and family mediation, divorce and family law, military divorce and family mediation and law, protection orders for victims, and non-profit association legal services.

Prior to beginning her own practice, she provided civil legal services to veterans and military families at the nonprofit association Legal Services of the Hudson Valley to include family law and Chapter 7 bankruptcy in the Hudson River Valley area of New York. After relocating to Colorado, she started and managed the circa 2018 Colorado Bar Association Federal Pro Se Clinic assisting self-represented litigants with a variety of federal...

WHEN YOUR LIFE IS AT RISK YOU NEED THE BEST DEFENSE. WE WORK TO WIN YOUR CASE BY GETTING THE CASE DISMISSED OR GET "NOT GUILTY" VERDICTS. Colorado Criminal Defense Lawyer V Iyer (Former Successful Prosecutor and CPA) As a young person I had the desire to defend the weaker persons in society. I saw how my father was treated by lawyers. I did not like what I saw. At that time I made a solemn promise that I would be candid and forthright with my clients when I practice law. I have and continue to keep that...

I am a former prosecutor in both Sarasota, Florida and Maui, Hawaii. I have prosecuted and defended some of the most serious crimes.

My focus is provided the highest caliber legal representation to all of my clients in contested legal matters. Your right to a trial by jury is a fundamental right if you have been injured in an accident, accused of a crime or suffered a wrong at the result of someone else's behavior. I differentiate my practice in that I routinely try cases before juries and courts.

I am authorized to practice in all state and federal courts for...

Mike leads a 6-lawyer "dream team" that was awarded the gold medal for the LVRJ's "Best of Vegas" best criminal defense firm for 2017, 2018, and 2020 and best DUI lawyer for 2020. Known as one of the premier criminal and DUI defense lawyers in the nation, Mike has been helping clients fight--and beat--their criminal and DUI charges for 27 years. Attorney Michael Becker has taken more than 100 criminal cases to trial, securing dozens of "not guilty" verdicts and hung juries. He has achieved acquittals and/or dismissals in numerous serious felony cases, including murder, child abuse, rape, drugs...

Russell graduated from the University of Michigan in 2000 with an undergraduate degree in economics. In 2000 Russell attended the Indiana University School of Law, graduating in 2003 with a Juris Doctrorate degree. Russell began his legal career working at the Berrien County Prosecutor’s Office in Michigan. Upon arriving in Colorado, he worked as a Deputy District Attorney with the Arapahoe County D.A.’s office. During his time with Arapahoe County, he handled DUIs, domestic violence cases, assaults, thefts, and a variety of misdemeanor trials. He left the D.A.’s office in 2001 to join the law firm of Fossum, Mastro, Barnes...

SEAN P. HARRELL is a University of Denver, Sturm College of Law graduate with over 11 years of experience assisting clients through difficult life situations in and out of the courthouse. With the majority of his legal practice in the Larimer County and Weld County courthouses, Mr. Harrell has an established reputation as a local attorney who is professional, courteous and creative when seeking solutions for his clients. Mr. Harrell and his wife have lived in Northern Colorado since 2016, making Loveland their home in the summer of 2018. The Harrells enjoy raising their four children in Loveland and experiencing local...

Curt Alfrey has handled thousands of criminal and civil cases in State and Federal Courtrooms throughout the Denver metro area, Colorado and the surrounding states. From minor traffic cases to major assaults, drug offenses, personal injury claims and homicide charges, Mr. Alfrey brings a wealth of knowledge and first-hand experience to each client matter. A former Chief Deputy District Attorney, Mr. Alfrey provides his clients with an unsurpassed understanding of the issues and a unique familiarity with the deputy district attorneys and Judges in the system. Your case is of supreme importance to Mr. Alfrey and he is committed to...

I am an ex-prosecutor with nearly 30 years of criminal law experience. I do criminal law cases at the state and federal level and administrative cases at the appellate level. I am presently focusing on appellate and post-conviction matters, I have handled major federal and state drug cases, felony and misdemeanor Domestic Violence and drunk and drugged driving. I am also highly experienced in white-collar criminal cases. I tend to set cases for trial and push the DAs toward my clients' goals. I have tried about 120 cases over the years with a significant win rate.

My name is Shazam Kianpour and I am am Managing Partner and Owner of Shazam Kianpour & Associates PC in Denver. We are a traffic and criminal defense law firm servicing the metro denver area and ALL of Colorado from corner to corner. We ONLY practice Criminal, DUI, and Traffic defense and we pride ourselves in not being distracted by other types of law. There are multiple attorneys and staff at the firm and while we all practice general criminal and traffic defense, each attorney specializes in certain areas so it helps our clients immensely when they need a...

Ross Koplin has in excess of twenty-five years of experience practicing as a lawyer in Colorado. He is dedicated to providing clients an aggressive defense together with a compassionate understanding of their concerns and priorities.