Top best Criminal Defense Lawyers Near me in ZIP 80202

With 40 years experience in courtrooms and before juries, Larry Pozner is a founding partner of the firm. Larry focuses his practice on complex civil and criminal litigation—as well as the lecture circuit. He is litigation counsel for the Denver Broncos Football Club.. In the area of complex commercial litigation, Larry represents both plaintiffs and defendants in cases involving fraud (including healthcare fraud), professional malpractice, breach of contract, litigation against trustees, environmental matters, theft of trade secrets, and copyright and trademark infringement.. In the criminal arena, Larry began his career as a public defender—and continues his high profile criminal defense work as a private practitioner. In 1998, he was elected president of the 10,000 member National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers.. Larry supplements his civil and criminal practice with publishing, television and radio legal commentary, and lecturing on trial practice. He is well-known among fellow trial attorneys as the co-author of Cross-Examination: Science and Techniques—America’s best-selling publication on the subject of cross-examination. He has presented his full-day CLE program on this subject to state bar associations, plaintiff and defense organizations and governmental agencies more than 250 times.. When a trial attracts national attention, the national news media often seek Larry’s perspective. He was a NBC News legal analyst for the Jon Benet Ramsey case and the Oklahoma City bombing trials. He has provided legal analysis for such shows as the NBC Nightly News, The Today Show, Keith Olbermann, Fox News, CNN, NPR and Court TV.. In recognition of his skills and accomplishments at trial, Larry is regularly listed in Colorado Super Lawyers® (Top 10, Top 50 and Top 100 lawyers in the state).  He was named the 2015 Denver Criminal Defense: White-Collar "Lawyer of the Year" and the 2013 Denver Criminal Defense: Non-White Collar "Lawyer of the Year" by The Best Lawyers in America®  and has been listed in that publication for twenty-eight consecutive years.   For many years, he served on the adjunct faculty of the University of Denver Sturm College of Law where he was voted “Best Professor.”. Larry’s colleagues in the legal profession value his courtroom skills and experience—and flock to attend his presentations. He has traveled to 48 states (as well as Canada and Puerto Rico) to deliver more than 400 lectures on subjects relating to trial skills, and has served on the faculty of several trial practice institutes. For the last seven years, he and partner Dan Reilly have been invited to address judges attending the annual Colorado Judicial Conference. Their annual presentation deals with some unusual aspect of trial evidence ranging from courtroom demonstrative aids to electronic evidence.

Timothy D. Lowrey is an accomplished attorney and partner at The Legal Defense Group. After obtaining his law degree from the University of Wyoming College of Law with a focus on Business, Taxation, Real Estate, and Oil and Gas law, he began his legal career primarily in these areas. Timothy has extensive experience representing corporate clients in matters related to land use and zoning, mineral title analysis, mergers and acquisitions, litigation, and corporate governance.Timothy is a highly client-focused, detail-oriented attorney. At The Legal Defense Group in Denver, Colorado, he brings a zealous passion for defending the rights of his clients to each and every case. A driven and effective attorney, Timothy is well-versed in the legal complexities involved in each of his client’s unique situations.In his free time, Timothy enjoys spending time outdoors and hanging out with his wife and kids. Contact the firm for a free consultation.

Ross Koplin is a distinguished Denver DUI Attorney with more than 20 years of experience representing clients throughout Denver and all of Colorado.. Ross is a member of the Colorado , Illinois , and American Bar Associations and has extensive experience, not only in traffic law, but also in criminal law and civil litigation. As a sole practitioner, Ross believes in offering his clients a one-to-one service and prides himself in giving quality, impartial advice.

Robinson & Henry Attorney Alyssa Akre is a member of the firm’s Criminal Defense Team. As a former prosecutor, Alyssa has handled hundreds of criminal cases and litigated 45 jury trials, including vehicular homicide, sexual assaults, and other felonies in Arapahoe and Jefferson Counties. Now she uses that experience and insight to defend clients facing felony and misdemeanor crimes.. Alyssa assists clients facing complex criminal charges in various courts, including juvenile, county, and district courts. She is passionate about helping people thrust into an unfamiliar criminal justice system.. Representative mattersPrevented permanent protection order - Vacated temporary protection order and stopped PPO from being issued. Defended against harassment charges - Obtained unsupervised deferred dismissal of harassment charges. Preserved driving privileges - Resolved two traffic infractions to retain teen's driver's license

Prior to joining Richards Carrington as a criminal defense attorney, Drew Eddy served as the lead prosecutor for the Denver District Attorney’s office. While there, Drew was responsible for the prosecution of 500 felonies, including homicides and other high-level crimes, as well as 3,000 misdemeanor offenses.. From intake to final disposition, Drew’s portfolio of felony prosecutions included: murder in the first degree; attempted murder; first and second-degree assault; sexual assault; kidnapping; arson; and aggravated robbery.. Drew was personally responsible for the prosecution of hundreds of felony drug charges relating to the manufacturing, sale and distribution of narcotics in Denver. Drew also prosecuted numerous cases relating driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs; often relying on blood and breath testing evidence, he successfully tried many of these cases before a jury.. Drew also prosecuted misdemeanors including third-degree assault including domestic violence matters, unlawful sexual contact, indecent exposure, and careless driving resulting in injury and death.During his tenure at the DA’s office, Drew tried more than 50 felony and misdemeanor and felony cases before a judge or jury—while also going before the court for innumerable pretrial matters such as preliminary, bond and motions hearings.. His close work with law enforcement regarding case intakes, filings, and search warrants, provided Drew with valuable insight into the inner workings of law enforcement and prosecutor offices in Colorado.. Now in private practice, he draws on his extensive prosecutorial experience to develop legal defenses that expose weaknesses in the government’s case and to simultaneously maintain effective negotiations to yield the best result possible for his clients.. Drew is licensed to practice law before all Colorado County and District courts, the Colorado Court of Appeals and the Colorado Supreme Court.

Phil Harding can be seen weekly on Great Day Colorado answering questions on car accident and personal injury cases.  Mr. Harding personally deals with his clients.  Call for a free consulation.. Education:- B.A. Chemistry University of Colorado, 1986,- J.D. University of Denver, 1990. Admissions:-Colorado Bar, 1991-United States District Court, 1992-10th Circuit Court of Appeals, 2002-United States Supreme Court, 1994. Practice Areas:Civil Litigation; Appellate Work (Colorado Court of Appeal, Colorado Supreme Court, 10th Circuit Court of Appeals, United States Supreme Court) Wrongful Death; Dram Shop Actions (Liquor Store and Bar Liability) Bad Faith Breach of Contract; Construction Defects and Defense; Corporate Disputes; Plaintiffs’ Personal Injury Litigation. Member:Colorado Bar Association, Arapahoe Bar AssociationLife member - Million and Multi-Dollar Advocates Forum. Awards:. - Superlawyer 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023. - Top 100 Trial Attroney Colorado - 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023-Golden Key National Honor Society 1995-Who’s Who Among American Universities and Colleges 1984-85-Who’s Who Among American Universities and Colleges 1985-86-Who’s Who Among Rising Young Americans 1992-Who’s Who Among Rising Young Americans 1993-Who’s Who in American Law 1996/97-Personalities of America for Contributions to Business and Law 1998-Patent #6,067,012 awarded to Phil Harding 2000. Charitable Organizations/Non-Profits:-Director, Positive Coaching 1996 - 2008-Englewood Rotary, 1997 to 2015    International Director 1999 - 2004    President 2005-06

My name is Jason Kosloski and I am an experienced criminal defense litigator. I have experience defending against just about every type of charge in courts across Colorado. I have won trials on extremely serious charges and have a track record and reputation as a litigator and negotiator. Above all, I understand that your case is your life and take great pride in having a compassionate client-centered approach to my representation. Feel free to contact me today if you have been charged, or believe that you may be charged, with any type of criminal charge in any court in Colorado.

My firm specializes in criminal, traffic and DUI defense and we do not practice any other area of law. I am a fierce criminal defense attorney serving the Denver Metro area and the Front Range.  I have successfully defended citizens against abuses of power, false accusations and police harassment. In all, I have assisted over 600 clients with matters both criminal and traffic related. I have a winning trial record as both a defense attorney and prosecutor.

Mr. Yoast has dedicated his life to advocating for those who are unable to advocate for themselves. Mr. Yoast prides himself on creating long-lasting and meaningful relationships with those he represents within the law firm and in the community. As noted by his law school clinic professor, Mr. Yoast is beyond dedicated and “not only talks the talk but also walks the walk.”

Mr. Tshering is a highly esteemed legal professional who exemplifies the epitome of excellence, integrity, and compassion in his practice. As the son of a seasoned diplomat, he was raised with a keen understanding of the importance of effective communication and negotiation skills.. Mr. Tshering possesses an innate ability to connect with individuals from all walks of life, and he is renowned for his remarkable eloquence, kind-heartedness, and patience. In his legal practice, Mr. Tshering is known for his meticulous attention to detail and comprehensive strategic planning. He is committed to delivering exceptional results for his clients, and he is a reliable ally and steadfast advocate of their interests. Mr. Tshering's unwavering dedication to his clients' success is evidenced by his unwavering commitment to fighting for their rights in the courtroom and in challenging circumstances.

Mr. Price is an experienced trial attorney who represents individuals who are under investigation or charged with criminal offenses. Whether it is winning a forgery acquittal in front of a jury or convincing a prosecutor to dismiss or reduce charges, Levi has a track record keeping criminal convictions off his clients’ records.. The criminal justice system is often a complicated and confusing process, each client needs an understanding guide as well as a strong advocate, and Mr. Price is both.. Prior to joining Geman Criminal Defense, Mr. Price worked as a trial attorney in the Colorado State Public Defender’s Office. During that time, he defended thousands of criminal cases ranging from misdemeanors to felonies including sexual assault, financial fraud, and first-degree murder. Mr. Price has also handled appellate and post-conviction matters. He isn’t afraid to take a case to trial and has made a habit of beating tough cases.. Mr. Price received his Juris Doctor from the University of Denver Sturm College of Law. During law school he was the winner of both the Hoffman Cup Mock Trial Competition and the Figa Motions (Oral Arguments) Competition. Not only a strong courtroom advocate, Levi served as Staff Editor and Senior Editor on the Denver University Law Review. Levi was one of only two members of his class to have their Law Review write-on paper published, authoring Chaidez v. United States: Breaking Old Ground (91 Denv. U. L. Rev. 533). The article shows Levi’s client-centered philosophy of representation when he argued that “The Sixth Amendment does not confer obligations upon attorneys; it recognizes the rights of criminal defendants.”. A third generation Coloradan, Mr. Price lives in southeast Denver with his wife and two young daughters.

Marlo Greer specializes in all aspects of personal injury law including sexual harassment, sexual assault, car accident cases, trucking collisions, bicycle accidents, wrongful death, traumatic brain injuries, spine injuries, birth injury, product liability, medical malpractice, slip and fall cases, and premises liability cases.  Ms. Greer helps her clients find courage, clarity, and strength in what is often a confusing and difficult legal process.

Marci Gilligan’s practice includes Denver white collar criminal defense, criminal defense and related civil litigation in both State and Federal courts.. Within the practice of white collar defense, Ms. Gilligan has defended clients accused of securities fraud, bank fraud, wire fraud, tax fraud, mortgage fraud and violations of the Clean Water Act.  She has also represented clients before State and Federal grand juries and conducted internal investigations on behalf of corporations under criminal and regulatory investigation.  Most recently, Ms. Gilligan served as trial counsel in some of Colorado 's highest-profile white collar cases including the insider trading trial of the former CEO of Qwest Communications and the successful defense of a Vice President of Qwest Communications on securities fraud counts.. Beyond her white collar practice, Ms. Gilligan represents clients in State and Federal cases in all variety of misdemeanors and felonies including sophisticated drug conspiracies, property crimes, computer crimes, and crimes against persons.  Additionally, Marci Gilligan has briefed and argued direct appeals in criminal cases before the Tenth Circuit Court of Appeals.. Ms. Gilligan's civil experience includes representation of individuals in a wide range of State and Federal litigation involving matters from breach of contract to violations of the Air Carrier Access Act to the defense of complex securities litigation.  Ms. Gilligan also has experience in the representation of claimants in FINRA arbitration.

Madalia’s legal career began as a prosecutor for Adams County, handling various serious criminal cases from start to finish, including homicide, domestic violence, sexual assault, and gang violence. Her valuable experience now informs her passionate defense of clients. She adeptly identifies weaknesses in the government’s case, achieving favorable outcomes in negotiations and trials. In private practice, she has secured numerous dismissals and jury trial acquittals. She has tried more than 60 criminal jury trials. Additionally, she serves as an adjunct professor at the University of Denver Sturm College of Law, educating future lawyers in trial advocacy. Madalia, along with her co-professor, coached the 2019 National Ethics Championship Team, 2020 National Ethics Championship Finalists, and the 2021 King of the Hill Championship Finalists.

Kristen Frost is a trial attorney who represents individuals in various jurisdictions, primarily state and federal courts in Colorado and Illinois.  Prior to joining Ridley, McGreevy & Winocur, Ms. Frost practiced law as a Colorado State Public Defender in the Jefferson County trial office where she represented indigent clients charged with all kinds of felonies and misdemeanors.. Before practicing law in Colorado, Ms. Frost practiced criminal defense litigation in Chicago, Illinois, with the Law Offices of William P. Murphy where she handled a variety of serious matters in federal, state and municipal courts.  Ms. Frost has argued before the Illinois Appellate Court and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit in Chicago.  She has also represented individuals before the Illinois Prisoner Review Board where she composed petitions and argued on behalf of those seeking executive clemency from the Office of the Governor of Illinois.. In addition to her trial practice, Ms. Frost represents individuals whose cases are on appeal and has briefed matters before the Illinois Appellate Court, the Illinois Supreme Court, the United States Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit, and has filed a writ of certiorari to the Supreme Court of the United States.   Ms. Frost has appealed County Court convictions in both Jefferson and Adams Counties in Colorado and has handled administrative appeals.. During law school, Ms. Frost was an editor for the DePaul Journal of Art & Entertainment Law, a Sullivan Fellow for the International Institute of Human Rights Law at DePaul University College of Law, worked as an extern in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit, and studied for a semester in Ireland through the international exchange program at the University of College Dublin.. Immediately after law school, Ms. Frost pursued a fellowship in international criminal law and human rights in Siracusa, Italy, at the International Institute of Higher Studies in Criminal Sciences.  She has used this experience to assist law students at the University of Colorado law school who participate in international law moot court competitions.. Ms. Frost has extensively studied both Italian and French.

Kevin McGreevy’s practice focuses on criminal defense, appellate, and civil litigation for individuals and entities in both Colorado State and Federal courts.   He has represented individuals and entities at trial, including serving as lead counsel in approximately 50 jury trials.

Jorge Castañeda  was born in Nogales, Sonora Mexico.  His family immigrated to the United States when he was a child. Jorge was raised in Nogales, Arizona.  Growing up in the Nogales border area gives Jorge a unique perspective on the issues that affect immigrants.. Jorge began his legal career in 2001 at the Maricopa County Attorney’s Office.  During his time at that office Jorge litigated all aspects of a felony criminal case.  In 2006 Jorge left the county attorney’s office and went into private practice, where he began his immigration practice.  He quickly realized the close connection between criminal and immigration proceedings and made it his goal to provide exceptional representation in both areas.  Jorge believes that it is essential that any non-citizen charged with a crime consult with an attorney who can not only evaluate a criminal case, but can also guide them through the potential immigration consequences.  He’s litigated hundreds of felony cases including Murder, Sexual Assault, Armed Robbery, Kidnapping, Mortgage Fraud  and Illegal Re-Entry cases.  He has represented clients in Justice Courts, Municipal Courts, Superior Court, United States District Court and Immigration Court.  Jorge is one of the few lawyers who has extensive experience in both the criminal and immigration courts.

John A. Culver has advocated for the protection of civil rights both within and without the employment context for more than twenty five years. Mr. Culver graduated from the University of Kansas with honors in 1987 and from the University of Pennsylvania Law School in 1992. Mr. Culver is admitted to practice in front of the United States Supreme Court, the United States Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit, the United States District Court for the District of Colorado, and all Colorado state courts.Mr. Culver’s skills and achievements have been repeatedly recognized by his peers, as well as the Colorado judiciary. Most recently, Mr. Culver was elected to be a Fellow in the exclusive and prestigious College of Labor and Employment Lawyers. He was also named the 2014 Civil Rights Lawyer of the Year by Best Lawyers, the 2015 Colorado Constitutional Lawyer of the Year by Global Law Experts and the 2018 Lawyer of the Year for Employment and Labor Law by Lawyer Monthly. Mr. Culver has also been acknowledged as one of the Best Lawyers in America and one of the Top Rated Labor and Employment Lawyers in America by the National Law Journal and the American Lawyer. Since 2006, Mr. Culver has been recognized as one of Colorado’s top attorneys through Law and Politics and 5280 Magazine’s “Super Lawyer” nominations. From 2008 to the present, Mr. Culver has been voted as one of the top 100 trial lawyers in Colorado by the National Trial Lawyers Association. He has also received a prestigious AV rating from Martindale-Hubbell for Preeminent Skills and Ethics. Martindale-Hubbell has also designated Mr. Culver as a Top Rated Lawyer in Employment and Labor Law. He has been named a Top Lawyer in Colorado by Best Lawyers, a Best Lawyer in Denver by the Denver Post, and a Top Lawyer in Denver and Beyond by 5280 Magazine.Mr. Culver’s knowledge of employment and civil rights law is without peer. Since 1997, Mr. Culver has instructed future lawyers in employment law, public sector employment law, civil rights litigation, and civil litigation as an adjunct professor at the Denver University College of Law. He also regularly instructs members of the Bar regarding similar topics, including as a lecturer at the National Convention for the National Employment Lawyer’s Association, the Annual Retreat of the Plaintiff’s Employment Lawyers Association, and numerous others. He has also appeared on Denver’s local network affiliates, as well as the ABC Nightly News, HBO Inside Sports, The Reggie Rivers Show and TheBradshaw Difference concerning his civil rights work. Mr. Culver is a former Co-Chair of the Colorado Bar Association’s Labor and Employment Section.Mr. Culver is an experienced litigator and trial lawyer with a proven track record of success for his clients. As just two examples, Mr. Culver served as lead counsel in the certified age and benefits discrimination class action, Vaszlavik, et al. v. Storage Tech., which settled for $5 million and significant affirmative relief. He was also lead counsel in Drake v. TalMor Capital Management, LLC, and Edmond Melhado, in which this firm obtained a $3.5 million judgment (including attorney fees and interest) on behalf of their client. This is one of the very largest single plaintiff judgments in a Colorado employment case.Mr. Culver is a member of the American Arbitration Association’s panel of employment law arbitrators. Mr. Culver is currently accepting arbitrations.

Jesse Glassman is a highly experienced courtroom litigation attorney specializing in criminal defense and family law cases.  Mr. Glassman gained his experience as a Public Defender in Arapahoe County where he represented thousands of people charged with crimes.  The cases have been as small as traffic cases up to the most serious felony cases such as 1st Degree Murder.  In 2014, Mr. Glassman represented the most serious of offenses where his client was charged with the death penalty.  Mr. Glassman has won numerous trials including numerous white collar crimes and homicide cases.  While working for the Colorado State Public Defender's Office, he was assigned to Aurora County Court, Littleton County Court, Arapahoe County District Court, and Elbert County Court.  Mr. Glassman also worked for a law firm where he represented hundreds of people in divorce and child custody cases.. In 2011, Mr. Glassman opened the Law Firm of Glassman & Faye, PC.  The law firm has been extremely successful.  In 2014, Mr. Glassman was defense counsel for a highly publicized 1st Degree Murder case in Colorado Springs where he was in trial for 3 months.  The Law Firm of Glassman & Faye, PC accepts cases mostly in the Denver Metro area, but has taken cases as far north as Greeley, as far east as Sterling, and as far south as Pueblo.. He is in court every week on behalf of his clients at all stages of proceedings, but his particular interest is representing clients in jury trials and divorce permanent order hearings.  Mr. Glassman excelled to become one of the most successful criminal defense attorneys in Colorado when he represented a client charged with Murder and received a not-guilty verdict.If you need an attorney, you need someone with experience, who knows the judges, and will work every minute for you.

Jeffery L. Weeden specializes in results-oriented Criminal Defense in Colorado. He practices throughout Colorado, but spends the majority of court time in the counties of Denver, Adams, Jefferson, Arapahoe, Boulder, Broomfield and Douglas and also Municipal Courts in Aurora, Lakewood and Littleton. Jeffery Lawrence Weeden P.C. is the founder of WeedenLaw where he specializes in the areas of both state and federal criminal and civil litigation and mediation. Mr. Weeden is admitted to the U.S. District Court District of Colorado, U.S. Court of Appeals 10th Circuit and the Colorado Bar. He is a member of the American, Colorado and Denver Bar Associations.. Mr. Weeden has over 20 years experience in corporate and management fields. Mr. Weeden is involved in many community service projects and organizations, including being past president of Routt County Habitat for Humanity and is involved with the Routt County Pro-Bono Legal Clinic, Rocky Mountain Children's Law Center and Northwest Colorado Legal Services Ask-A-Lawyer Program. Mr. Weeden has several published works on legal matters for the Ave Maria Law Review, the Colorado Lawyer and others. He is also an Adjunct Scholar for the Mackinac Center for Public Policy.. Mr. Weeden was a judicial intern for The Honorable Paul V. Gadola, United States District Court for the Eastern District Of Michigan, Flint , Michigan and a judicial extern for The Honorable Michael T. Talbot, Michigan Court of Appeals, Detroit, Michigan.. Mr. Weeden has a Master of Professional Services degree in Law Firm management from the George Washington University.. Getting arrested in or around Denver can be a scary, confusing, dehumanizing experience. Depending on the circumstances of the arrest, you might not understand why the police are taking you in, what you are going to be charged with, or the potential consequences awaiting you if you are convicted.. If you or someone you love find yourself facing a charge, you need an advocate on your side who will treat you like a person and who understands how to protect your rights and help you fight back. You need the experienced Colorado criminal attorneys of WeedenLaw.. We can help to answer the tough questions for you and hold your hand through the process. Could you be fired? Lose your driver’s license? Be prevented from obtaining certain kinds of professional certifications? Have to give up your firearms? Get hit with high fines? Languish in jail or prison?. Even after you supposedly pay back your debt to society, a criminal conviction will stick with you in the form of a criminal record that can make it more difficult for you to get a job, find a place to live, secure a loan, and more.. The best way to protect your future? Fight back.. Since 2005, founder Jeffrey L. Weeden has been using his legal knowledge and skills to make sure people in the area get the strongest possible defense – and the absolute best chance at having their charges reduced, dropped, or dismissed.. His success in doing just that has garnered him quite a bit of recognition from all kinds of sources:. The National Trial Lawyers – Top 100 Trial Lawyers. Martindale-Hubbell – AV Preeminent Rating (the highest possible rating for professional excellence). Avvo – Top Attorney Criminal Defense. Avvo – Clients’ Choice in Criminal Defense. Avvo – Clients’ Choice in Domestic Violence. Beyond professional organizations, you can also find countless glowing testimonials from former clients Mr. Weeden was able to help when they were at their lowest point.. Why are clients so appreciative of Mr. Weeden? He listens, and he is easy to talk to. He is compassionate. He is upbeat and positive, with a can-do attitude. He is dedicated, and always works hard to find the best possible outcome. He knows Colorado criminal law like the back of his hand, and how to leverage that knowledge for your benefit. He gets results.. WeedenLaw can help people in and around Denver with all kinds of criminal charges. Some of the most common types of cases our lawyers handle include:. Child Abuse. Domestic Violence. Drug Crimes. Expungement/Record Sealing. Juvenile Crimes. Sex Crimes. Wildlife, Hunting, and Fishing Violations. Do not wait to contact our office if you or a loved one are up against charges in Colorado. All this does is give law enforcement more of a head start in building their case and provide them with additional opportunities to get you say or do things that might hurt your case.. Do not let this happen. Reach out now for a fee consultation and start fighting for your future.

Jason Wareham is a trial and appellate lawyer who has tried dozens of state, federal, and military courts and administrative hearing cases. Many of his cases were litigated under the highest stakes, including some of this country’s most highly classified capital cases. No matter the complexity of the issue, Jason commits himself to a client-centered solution where trial success is the default focus. Whatever the forum or the stage of litigation, Jason has the breadth of understanding and skill to advise and navigate any civil, administrative, national security, military court-martial, or criminal matter when the stakes are the highest.Jason joined Allen Vellone Wolf Helfrich & Factor P.C. following a successful career as a U.S. Marine Corps Judge Advocate where he held the distinction of being on of the longest continuously serving trial and appellate litigators – litigating some of the highest profile and most complex criminal and national security cases available. Jason has been recognized in the filed as a “genius-level attorney and litigator” by one of the most experienced practitioners in that field for more than thirty-five years – even a presiding trial judge himself. During his Marine Corps career, Jason litigated at every level and forum available in the military system. From trial to appellate, administrative to collateral federal attacks, Jason earned the special Marine Corps designation of Master of Criminal Law. Beyond only military criminal work, Jason has also practiced globally throughout Europe and the Middle Ease conducting investigations and even advising on frontline law of war and engagement issues in active combat.. In additional to litigation, Jason has obtained a specialized Masters of Law (LL.M.) degree in the exploding world of digital evidence, electronic discovery, cybercrime, and cybersecurity litigation. He is routinely sought out by military and civilian litigators throughout the country to consult on matters pertaining to the digital world of litigators as well as national security issues. He maintains an active Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information and completed his military affiliation in the Marine Corps Reserves as a Lieutenant Colonel.. Jason’s practice focuses on civilian state and federal criminal defense, military administrative and court-martial defense, national security and security clearance defense, as well as domestic relations and civil litigation matters. Despite his broad legal practice in complex trial and appellate matters, Jason recognizes that ever case, big and small, is of vital importance to the individual clients. Regardless of the size of the matter, Jason is committed to bring his wealth of knowledge to successfully resolve the issues for every one of his clients no matter what the case requires.. Jason’s matters have been previously covered in The Washington Post, The New York Times and The Washington Examiner.

I write motions, appellate briefs, amicus briefs, petitions for postconviction relief, and petititions for writ of certiorari to advocate for my clients on appeal and in postconviction proceedings.

I was born in Port Arthur, Texas and raised in the Golden Triangle of Texas.  I completed my B.S. degree from Auburn University after only 2 1/2 years of study.  I began working as a police officer at 21 years old.  I was a college professor with two masters degrees at age 26.  By age 30, I was finishing law school.  I have since completed a third masters degree and defended over 2000 people who have been accused of crimes.  My experience as a defense lawyer includes over 100 jury trials.. Outside of my law practice, I am actively involved in fitness.  I have practiced Gracie Jiu Jitsu for 13 years.  I am very competitive and I fight for my clients in court the way I fight on the jiu jitsu mat.  I use my knowledge, creativity, and experience to get the best results for my clients.

I have been a state and federal prosecutor, and the first Federal Public Defender for the District of Colorado. The emphasis of my private practice has been white collar criminal defense.  I have represented lawyers, judges, public officials, corporate executives and private persons during the investigative stages of criminal inquiries, and during trials after charges have been lodged, primarily at the federal level.  Criminal investigative pursuits have been by various agencies, including the FBI, SEC, DEA, FDIC, OSHA, EPA, Colorado Securities Commissioner, Colorado Attorney General, etc.  I have appeared in a number of high profile cases involving alleged corporate corruption, securities violations, bank fraud, terrorist activities arising out of the 9/11 attack on the U. S. Pentagon, and a habeas corpus class action against the U. S. Bureau of Prisons and the U. S. Parole Commission. I successfully obtained reversal of a perjury conviction by the U. S. Supreme Court after beifing the issues and arguing the case before the High Court in 1979.. I have been listed in Best Lawyers in America for over twenty-five years in the categories of white collar criminal defense and nonwhite collar criminal defense, and in Super Lawyers in white collar criminal defense since the inception of the publication in 2006.  My firm has also been listed among the best law firms in the United States by U. S. News and World Report.  I have been a Fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers since 1900, and served as Colorado State Chair from 1992-1994.

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.