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I grew up in Wyoming and eventually left country life for big city life for law school in San Diego, California. My love for the outdoors and physical activity brought me to Colorado where I enjoy spending my free time hiking, fly fishing, traveling and anything outdoors. I love new adventures that keep my life exciting. I carry my passion for adventure over to my litigation work in criminal and family matters, allowing me to treat every case with ambition and creativity.

I believe defending those charged with a crime is the highest calling of the bar. The attorneys in this firm work as a team.. Every defendant has the right to a zealous and competent defense.  We will passionately defend those rights. DO NOT PLEAD GUILTY.. Police and prosecutors are not your friends. You need representation. Call our firm for the best possible defense.

I am the founding Partner of Killmer Lane's Western Slope office based in Carbondale, CO. I've devoted my entire legal career to representing people whose rights have been violated. I have only represented people – and never corporations or other large entities – who have been subjected to abuses of power. I have extensive experience with issues ranging from police misconduct to prisoners' rights to disability rights to employment discrimination and retaliation, and more. I joined Killmer Lane as an Associate Attorney in 2013. Since then, I have been part of the winning trial team in several major employment and civil rights cases. This includes the Marvin Booker v. City and County of Denver case, which resulted in the largest civil rights jury verdict at the time in Colorado history. I became a Senior Associate Attorney in 2016 and a Partner in 2018.

I am licensed in both Colorado and Florida. I have been fighting for people for 23 years.  My practice includes criminal defense in both state and federal levels, family matters including divorce, legal separation, pre and post nuptial agreements, child custody, allocation of parental responsibilities, alimony, and post decree matters.  My firm also handles personal injury matters related to car accidents, slip and fall matters, dog bites, and catastrophic injuries.  Whether your case is in federal court, family court, juvenile court, traffic court, or anywhere in between, I will make sure you are treated fairly and represented zealously.

I am Daniel Mossinghoff and I am proud to be the Criminal Defense Director for Baumgartner Law, LLC. I have been a criminal defense trial attorney for almost all of the years I have been practicing. I am dedicated to protecting the rights of anyone accused of a crime and vindicating those wrongfully charged.. I graduated Magna Cum Laude from Regis University in 1996 and then graduated law school from the University of Colorado in 2000. As a fledging lawyer, I cut my teeth and learned trial work as a district attorney for four years. Fairly quickly, I realized I was not meant to work as a prosecutor and quit. I missed working with people and arguing to protect our Constitutional rights.. Since then, I have been a criminal defense attorney for the last 16 years. I have defended thousands of clients in the areas of DUI defense, juvenile law, domestic violence and major felony cases--including homicide. I have tried over 250 jury trials and countless motions hearings. I have also presented or been published over a half dozen times in multiple areas of criminal defense.. I also now represent citizens in Civil Rights cases with an emphasis on police misconduct and police brutality.  This is a specialized area of law which many attorneys do not practice.  Baumgartner Law specializes in this area.  I find litigating Civil Rights matters is a natural evolution in my practice of criminal defense.  Although this is a very challenging area of law, I also believe it has made me a much better attorney who can now focus on offering remedies to people who have suffered from police misconduct instead of only offering a defense.

I am a trial lawyer and have successfully tried both civil and criminal cases for thirty years. I have won murder trials, many other felonies, and countless misdemeanors and I have also been active in community service throughout my career, having been a founder of the Art Students League of Denver, , Chaired the Denver section of the Scientific and Cultural Facilities District (SCFD) in Colorado, among others.. Creativity in Law is necessary.. To be an excellent lawyer, you need to be creative. As a litigator, I need to be creative in coming up with arguments on behalf of my clients, in applying case law to those arguments, and even in determining what defenses to bring. It means I bring creativity to my cases and expertise in ways that build the best possible defenses and strategies. I have helped many lawyers manage and evaluate their cases in the most creative way possible to prepare for and win even the most difficult trials.. I am also a creative artist and oil painter, painting nearly every day. The practice of painting keeps me happy and energized for my daily law practice.

I am a serious lawyer who addresses serious problems for my clients. I do it with integrity, hard work, tenaciousness and perseverance. You are not a number but a person who deserves an individual defense based on your needs and the specifics of your case. A tailored defense, the object of which is to get the best result possible.. I am a family man and understand that a criminal case does not just effect just an individual, but also their family. With that in mind, I treat you as family during and after representation.. Yes, I have had great success, but that is in large part to the people I surround myself with and my work ethic. I would be honored to be your champion.

I am a seasoned litigator who focuses on getting the best result for every client.

I am a Golden, CO native. I earned my undergraduate degrees in Boulder, CO. During my time in Boulder, I was a Facilitator in the CU Boulder Restorative Justice Program for 3 years and worked on campus in Guest Relations and Facilities Management for 4 years. I graduated with BA degrees in International Affairs, Spanish Literature and Political Science.. I graduated from the University of Denver Sturm College of Law in May 2018. During law school, I worked at the Law Office of Jacob E. Martinez and clerked in the chambers of the Honorable Judge Meissner-Cutler in the 18th Judicial District. After law school, I moved out to Savannah, Georgia and worked as a real estate and estate planning attorning at the Boatwright Law Firm in HIlton Head Island, South Carolina.. I am in good standing with the Colorado Bar and the South Carolina Bar.. Currently, I am a criminal defense attorney at the Law Office of Jacob E. Martinez in Denver, Colorado.

I am a Denver-area criminal defense and DUI attorney, and am happy to be able to help the communities that I'm from.  I grew up in Longmont, went to college in Boulder, and have worked in Colorado since becoming a lawyer in 2013.  My office is in Denver, but I am available to travel, and will take cases anywhere on the front range.  I have taken over 70 cases to jury trial, and am excited to use my experience and knowledge to help you navigate the legal system and work toward the best outcome possible for your case.

I am a criminal defense attorney handling misdemeanor and felony matters in county and district courts in Colorado.  I have a 24-hour answering service so that your call can be answered and responded to promptly, regardless of whether you call during traditional business hours.  The answering service will forward the call to me immediately, and if I do not answer, send me a text message and email notifying me of your call.  This system allows me to respond quickly regardless of my location at any given time.  Being charged with a crime is a serious matter, and you may need and want to speak to a lawyer right away.  Please review the testimonials and results posted on my webpage for an idea of the level of service and the thorough representation I provide for my clients - a true measure of what to expect should you choose my services in seeking legal representation.

I am a Colorado native, though I have lived all over the world.  I am a fierce fighter for the rights of individuals.  Whether I am fighting for your liberty against a criminal charge, a traffic charge or your right to your own identity I work tirelessly to achieve the best results possible in every case.. My long experience in the hospitality industry has taught me the importance of clear and effective communication.  I spent years as a professor, so I am comfortable explaining the law.  I know that an informed client makes a better client, and partner in their case.  I never lose sight of the fact that YOU are the client, and that the outcome of the case is YOUR outcome.. At the Law Offices of J.P.List LLC we are fighting for you everyday!

I am a Colorado native and graduated from the University of Colorado’s Leeds School of Business with an undergraduate degree in finance and management.. After graduating, I continued on to the University of Denver’s Sturm College of Law.  I obtained her JD and began working in defense for a civil litigation firm.. My practice included premise liability, workers compensation, construction defect litigation, and employment law.  To enhance my litigation skills I took a position as a deputy district attorney in the 5th Judicial District. I have handled numerous jury trials, civil and criminal, misdemeanor and felony, countless motions hearings and court trials.. With my background in both civil and criminal law and how at times they can intertwine with one another, I bring a unique perspective to my firm.. Working at the civil firm, I handled multiple jury trials across the state and negotiated settlements on her clients’ behalf. While I gained invaluable experience at the firm, I also wanted to enhance my trial skills and began working as a deputy district attorney in Summit County, CO.  As a deputy DA, I handled a wide range of cases from traffic and juvenile matters to appeals to felony matters.  In 2008, I was named trial attorney of the year.. I am determined, dedicated and devoted to my clients and do everything I can to achieve their desired outcome.

I am a Colorado criminal defense attorney with 20 years of experience. I am a former prosecutor (14 years) and have extensive courtroom and trial experience. I have participated all levels of criminal offenses ranging from Traffic Offenses, Misdemeanors to serious felonies, including First Degree Murder. I am one of the country's foremost experts on legal marijuana and marijuana impaired driving. I lecture throughout the country and internationally on the subject. I have spent the better part of a decade training law enforcement and prosecutors how to do DUI cases. I am an Adjunct Professor of Law at the University of Denver Sturm College of Law. Prosecution Background. I find that my background is incredibly valuable to clients. I understand both law enforcement and prosecution culture and because I spent years teaching in both spheres, I have a deep understanding of both institutional strengths and weaknesses. I can read a police report and determine the level of training as well as the quality of the investigation quickly. I also understand what it takes to get the prosecutor to see my client's side of the story, or the weaknesses in their case.. Client Approach - being charged with a crime can evoke many emotions and is often a source of stress and anxiety. People make mistakes and I provide my clients with:. Specialties - while I am experienced in all range of misdemeanor and felony cases there are several areas where I possess high levels of experience and expertise:

Harvey A. Steinberg became an attorney because he realized early on that he could talk his way out of anything. He knows how important it is that somebody stands up to the system, otherwise the system will roll over everybody. The system also demands that those with the knowledge to do so hold it in check. Harvey Steinberg does it for the satisfaction that comes with making sure his clients get the best results possible, working hard to find personalized solutions tailored to their unique goals and needs. To learn more about how he can help you, call Springer & Steinberg, P.C. to discuss your case today.

Griffin B. Desmarais joined Charles H. Torres, P.C. in 2020 as an associate attorney practicing in the areas of criminal defense, personal injury, medical malpractice and civil litigation. While in law school in Minnesota, Griffin was certified as a student attorney and worked for the Public Defender's Office representing clients in court accused of misdemeanors and felonies.. Griffin also worked as a law clerk in the personal injury/criminal defense department at a large law firm. He assisted attorneys on a range of matters including felony defense, expungements, auto accidents, and tort litigation.. Since joining Charles H. Torres, P.C. Griffin has represented individuals accused of crimes ranging from traffic violations to felony sex offenses. Griffin has also represented individuals injured in motor vehicle accidents and victims of medical malpractice.

Grant Grosgebauer is an award-winning trial attorney and partner at the Tucker Legal Group. Grant is a former felony prosecutor in Arapahoe County that now specializes in defending people in complex criminal matters. Grant prosecuted thousands of criminal cases including misdemeanors, DUIs, assaults, drug possession, domestic violence, and several first-degree murders. Now as a criminal defense attorney, Grant’s insider knowledge on how prosecutors prepare and evaluate cases gives his clients a distinct advantage. This insight has helped numerous clients receive favorable outcomes including outright dismissal or a significant reduction of charges. Call today for a free and confidential consultation.

Fred Winocur's practice combines white collar defense with general criminal defense, where he is routinely retained to defend cases across the state, for clients who are often visible members of Colorado's business, philanthropic and political communities.  Mr. Winocur initially earned his reputation by winning challenging defense verdicts in over 50 jury trials.  He is best known for persistently achieving extraordinary results for his clients, even before a case is filed or proceeds to trial.

For over 30 years, attorney, Craig N. Mastro, has been providing skilled and aggressive criminal defense to people throughout the State of Colorado. In addition to being an experienced trial attorney, Mr. Mastro uses his communication skills at pre-trial hearings or in conferences with local, state and federal prosecutors to negotiate the withdrawal of charges, reduction of charges or sentences, and alternatives to jail for his clients. Mr. Mastro is known as an experienced lawyer who knows how to seek the best possible solutions to each client's unique legal problems. If you or a loved one has been accused of a crime, it is important to get all the information you can and proper representation. Feel free to call Craig at his office or on his 24 hour line. Mr. Mastro offers free initial consultations and can usually give you a few minutes to answer questions you may have, even if you are not interested in retaining his services. Craig will also work with clients as much as possible to arrange payment plans where necessary to ensure that they get the representation they deserve.

Following a successful 10 year career in the recording industry, Tae Darnell finally decided to pursue his passion for law and in early 2008 founded The Law Offices of Tae Darnell, LLC (soon to be Darnell & Gottlieb / ) a comprehensive law firm, and US Entertainment & Sports (), an elite entertainment company. The Law Offices of Tae Darnell specialize in criminal defense, family law, corporate and civil matters while US Entertainment and Sports actively represents and assists artists and athletes with contracts, negotiations, business formation, executive management, project development, creative development, licensing, copyright/trademark/IP protection, Licensing, Marketing, Publicity, Sales and more. While Tae is dedicated to defending the US Constitution and takes an active role in criminal defense and civil and corporate matters, he has also personally worked with Grammy winners, NFL and NBA athletes and award winning members of the entertainment community. Tae is an active member of the American Bar Association, the Colorado Bar Association, the Denver Bar Association, the Colorado Criminal Defense Bar, the Colorado Trial Lawyers Association, The CBA Sports & Entertainment Law Section, The Alternative Dispute Section and various other local and national legal organizations.. In addition, Tae Darnell has significant executive-level experience and comprehensive expertise in the recording industry. As VP of Sales & Marketing for Etherean Music, Inc., once one of the largest indie Lifestyle/Worldbeat labels in the country, Tae facilitated the release of over 65 recording projects in a 6 year period, winning 14 Album of the Year awards and securing nomination for over 40. Further, Tae has facilitated music licensing for film and television to companies including: ABC, CBS, PBS, TNT, Time/Life, Hallmark Entertainment, MTV and has created successful relationships with traditional and non-traditional music retailers such as Barnes & Noble, Borders, Tower Records, Virgin Megastores, Wal Mart, Whole Foods, Discovery Channel Stores and many more.

Experienced, knowledgeable, compassionate. I use my experiences with judges and as a prosecutor to secure excellent outcomes for clients in court.

Elizabeth Espinosa Krupa is a Colorado Native and has been a litigator for over 20 years.  She is a graduate of the University of Denver, Sturm College of Law. Her litigation background includes a Deputy Colorado State Public Defender, a Federal Defender for the District of Colorado, a Trial Attorney for the Denver Regional Office of the United States Securities and Exchange Commission and Assistant Regulation Counsel for the Colorado Supreme Court Office of Attorney Regulation Counsel. Ms. Krupa is a Faculty Member for National Institute for Trial Advocacy. Ms. Krupa is currently in private practice, her firm litigates criminal defense, ethics/professional misconduct, white collar and organized crime and securities enforcement actions. Ms. Krupa has also represented companies in conducting internal investigations after irregularities or internal theft issues are has been active in the Hispanic National Bar and Colorado Hispanic Bar Association for many years.  She has been appointed to and served on the Colorado Supreme Court Chief Justice’s Commission on Professional Development, the Editorial Board of the ABA/BNA Lawyer's Manual on Professional Conduct, the Colorado State Supreme Court Unauthorized Practice of Law Committee, the City of Denver Public Defender Commission, and the Judicial Selection Committee for Senator Gardner in Colorado.  She is a frequent lecturer at CLE programs, was an adjunct professor teaching trial advocacy and coached the American Association for Justice mock trial team for the University of Denver, Sturm College of Law.  Ms. Krupa is a mentor for Law School-Si Se Puede, the Colorado Attorney Mentoring Program and the CHBA mentoring program.

Dru Nielsen is a founding partner of Eytan Nielsen, focusing her work on defending boy and men who are wrongly accused of domestic violence or sexual misconduct in both the university disciplinary and criminal proceedings. She is also a former Deputy State of Colorado Public Defender, serving as the Felony Division Lead in the Denver Trial Office.. In 2007, Dru joined Iris Eytan and Larry Pozner in the criminal practice group of Reilly Pozner as a partner specializing as a corporate representative in complex cases involving bank fraud, embezzlement, forgery, environmental schemes including OSHA, cybercrime, and investment fraud in Federal Court. In 2015, Dru and her longtime criminal defense partner, Iris Eytan, formed Eytan Nielsen LLC with the goal of providing the highest level of representation and service to those facing allegations of wrongdoing.. Dru has been recognized by her peers for her work in criminal defense and has gathered a number of prestigious accolades: one of the Best Criminal Defenders: General Practice (2013-2019) in Colorado Super Lawyers®; as one of the Top 50 Women Lawyers in the state (2010, 2014); and inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America® edition under the specialty of White-Collar Criminal Defense since 2013. Dru is also rated AV® Preeminent™ by Martindale-Hubbell® which is a reflection of her professional excellence, high ethical standards and legal ability.. She was on the board of the Colorado Criminal Defense Bar and has lectured to hundreds of criminal defense attorneys on subjects like trial tactics and procedure. She also served on the Colorado Jury System Standing Committee, which is charged with implementing the Supreme Court’s recommendations on jury reform.

Douglas Jewell has been a trial attorney for over 30 years, first as a deputy and then chief deputy district attorney in Denver for 12 years where he prosecuted through trial scores of felony and misdemeanor cases. He then moved to private practice as a partner with Bruno, Colin, Jewell & Lowe, P.C., for 17 years, and then The Law Office of Douglas Jewell, LLC, primarily representing public safety officers throughout Colorado in criminal, administrative and civil matters in both state and federal court, as well as disciplinary hearings. Douglas continues that practice at the Law Office of Douglas Jewell, LLC.. Douglas specializes in criminal defense in a variety of felony, misdemeanor, and traffic criminal cases. Douglas also has extensive experience in employment law, including representation of plaintiffs in Title VII and discrimination suits, as well as ADA, FMLA and FLSA matters.. He has been recognized by Martindale-Hubble peer and judiciary review as the highest ranking in legal proficiency and professionalism for the past 10 years. He belongs to the Minoru Yasui Inn of Court, the Denver, Colorado and American Bar Associations, as well as the Federal Bar Association and the Faculty of Federal Advocates. Doug is also regularly invited to teach at police training academies in Colorado on topics ranging from constitutional law to legal liability.. Doug lives in Wheat Ridge with his wife, Margaret, and their two girls.

Doug has been an Assistant United States Attorney and Assistant District Attorney. Now that he is in private practice, Doug is one of Colorado’s most experienced and acclaimed criminal defense lawyers. AV rated by Martindale-Hubbell, with a perfect 10.0 / “Superb” rating by AVVO, Doug has been chosen as a “Rising Star” for several years—a distinction limited to 2.5% of Colorado’s practicing attorneys under the age of 40. In 2018 and 2019, he was recognized as a Colorado Super Lawyer for White Collar law. He is a recipient of “The Client’s Choice” Award and has been chosen to appear in the 2020 edition of The Best Lawyers in America.. As an Assistant United States Attorney, Doug was responsible for investigating and prosecuting international criminal travel networks, drug trafficking organizations, white-collar crime, threats to national security, and public corruption. In 2010 Doug received the FBI Director’s Award from then FBI Director Robert S. Mueller, III.. Prior to becoming a federal prosecutor, Doug had been an award-winning Assistant District Attorney (ADA) with the Harris County District Attorney’s Office in Houston, Texas. During his tenure there, he tried more than 70 criminal jury trials, including prosecutions of murder, armed robbery, kidnapping, sexual assaults of adults and children, kidnapping, DUI and drug possession.. Recognized as a star within the DA’s office, Doug was chosen to work in the Vehicular Crimes Division. As a prosecutor, Doug’s responsibilities for these cases would often begin in the middle of the night, at the scene of a fatal crash. Along the way, Doug would direct officers and crash investigators through collecting and preserving evidence, drafting search warrants, and preparing the case for grand jury indictment or court. For this work, Doug received awards from Mothers Against Drunk Driving in 2007 and 2008.. In addition to working his own cases, Doug trained prosecutors and police on matters of law and procedure. He was responsible for addressing others’ mistakes when they erred. He perfected the art of drafting a successful, “airtight” warrant, having personally drafted hundreds of search and arrest warrants, and reviewed countless others. Doug has brought all of this experience into his private practice, allowing him to quickly identify any deficiencies, inaccuracies, and mischaracterizations in a prosecutor’s case.. Doug is also a legal analyst and commentator, and has appeared in a number of print and broadcast outlets both locally and nationwide. These include USA Today, the Detroit Free Press, Fox News, the Dallas Observer, the Houston Chronicle, Enid News & Eagle, as well as a number of Denver-based news affiliates.. Doug is admitted to practice in all Colorado and Texas state courts, as well as the United States District Courts for Colorado and the Western District of Texas, the 10th Circuit Court of Appeals, the 5th Circuit Court of Appeals and the United States Supreme Court.