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Martin Stuart is a partner at McDermott Stuart & Ward LLP where he focuses his legal practice on Colorado criminal defense. He brings nearly two decades of expertise in criminal defense to every case that he works on. Martin gained tremendous experience in criminal law working as a Colorado State Public Defender before entering private practice. He has tried nearly 100 jury trials over the course of his career related to crimes ranging in seriousness and type. At McDermott Stuart & Ward LLP, Martin represents individuals and corporate entities that are under investigation or charged with a crime. His Colorado criminal law practice includes state and federal felonies, fraud, white-collar crimes, drug crimes, sex crimes, as well as homicide and other violent crimes.. Martin Stuart is a leader in the Denver legal community and is a former President of the Colorado Criminal Defense Bar Association. He was appointed to the Governor's Sentencing Commission's Task Force on Incarceration and is a member of the Criminal Justice Act Standing Committee for the U.S. District Court for the District of Colorado. Martin has been ranked annually by Colorado Super Lawyers since 2009 and in 5280 Denver's Top Lawyers in 2018.

My practice includes a mixture of family law and criminal defense.  In the family law arena, I have handled all types of cases, including divorce, allocation of parental rights and responsibilities, child custody, maintenance/alimony, paternity and relinquishment and adoption.  I also focus on domestic violence issues.  In the criminal arena, I handle all types of crimes, with a focus on sex crimes and domestic violence.. Outside of the office, I enjoy hiking, swimming, biking and running.  I enjoy organized triathlons and runs including marathons and ironman competitions.  I also enjoy traveling, preferably to a location with a beach.

Prior to co-founding The Reputation Law Group, Kelsey Berkley worked at a Denver based firm practicing family law and criminal defense. Kelsey works with clients in divorce, parenting-time, child support, and allocation of parental responsibilities matters in the family law field and represents individuals accused of municipal, misdemeanor, and felony criminal charges.. Kelsey’s legal career started as a Deputy Public Defender in El Paso & Teller Counties, after which time she expanded her practice to include domestic relations law. Kelsey has litigated over 50 felony and misdemeanor criminal jury trials, including misdemeanor and felony domestic violence matters, DUI’s, DWAI's, aggravated robberies, sexual assault, and drug misdemeanors and felonies. In addition to jury trial experience, Kelsey has litigated constitutional motions hearings, written numerous appellate briefs, and appeared on behalf of her clients in countless dissolution and parenting proceedings. Many domestic relations and criminal matters overlap at times and Kelsey understands the need for open communication when advising clients and guiding them through their case.. Kelsey was nominated as a Super Lawyers Rising Star in 2023, 2024 and 2025. In 2019 Kelsey received the Professional of the Year award from ARC of the Pikes Peak Region for the work and assistance she provided for her intellectually and developmentally disabled clients.

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.

With ten years of experience at the Denver District Attorney's office, I provide skilled, ethical representation to my clients.  I understand the magnitude of these situations, and the importance of having representation who knows how to approach any matter.. I am a respected litigator who has tried approximately sixty jury trials.  I have extensive experience in the handling of complex financial cases.  My last years at the Denver District Attorney's office were spent in the Economic Crime Unit, where I handled and tried white collar crimes and several high-profile homicides.. I specialize in white collar criminal defense, family law, insurance bad faith, and personal injury.

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.

I have worked as a prosecutor for 4 years and have been a criminal defense attorney for 12 years.  I specialize in doing only criminal defense.  I have been a partner at my firm for the last 9 years.

I left the Public Defender’s office almost 5 years ago to enter private practice because there were things I couldn’t do for my clients as a Public Defender – either due to a lack of time or resources. I wanted to be able to commit more time and energy to my individual clients’ cases, while utilizing all the tools I learned as a public defender.. If you want a legal bulldog on your side, please call me at. I can’t wait to meet with you so we can fight the system together.

With over 20 years of criminal defense experience, I am dedicated to providing the criminally accused the best criminal defense available to those under investigation or prosecution in state and federal courts.. I have received the distinguished AV Preeminet rating.  This rating is a significant accomplishment in that my peers rank me at the highest level of processional excellence.. Contact me today to discuss your matter.

Melissa Garscin is a criminal and DUI Attorney with more than 20 years of experience defending criminal cases in Colorado. Melissa Garscin is a Colorado native and a graduate of Colorado State University where she earned her Bachelor of Arts in Sociology and Criminal Justice. In 1998, she earned her Juris Doctorate from the University of Denver, College of Law. She is a member of the Colorado Bar Association, the Denver Bar Association and is licensed to practice law in the Colorado State and the U.S. District Courts.. Melissa started her law career as a trial attorney with the Colorado State Public Defender's Office. Melissa's criminal defense experience ranges from murder, assault, violations of the Colorado Organized Crime Control Act, 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 in Colorado.. In addition to her extensive courtroom experience, Melissa has earned a valuable spot in the community for her volunteering work as a member of the Juvenile Services Planning Committee in Jefferson County. For her contributions as a lecturer at the Brighton Chamber of Commerce Law Day. As well as, for participating as a guest lecturer at many schools in the area, including Golden High School, Brighton High School and Lukas Elementary School in Westminster.. Over the years, Melissa has earned the reputation as a tough litigator who zealously represents her clients while maintaining the highest degree of professionalism.

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.

When my firm was founded, its vision was clear – To Protect and Defend the Accused. I personally dedicate myself to your defense, because I understand that a conviction for any crime can create roadblocks in your life, jeopardize your career, or even worse, land you in prison.. My goal is to provide the best representation for my clients through fierce litigation and persuasive negotiation. I get to know my clients personally and will individually tailor each client’s defense.. Whether it’s a DUI, a homicide, or sexual assault – I treat and defend all of my clients with the same level of vigilance and dedication. My mission is to always be better prepared than the prosecution. Experience has taught me that when I front-end a case, I achieve better results either at trial or through relentless negotiation.. I, Dana M. Casper, am a highly qualified attorney you CAN trust. Widely respected amongst my peers, judges and prosecutors throughout Colorado, I bring more than 20 years legal experience to the table. I have tried over 100 cases to juries, litigated countless motions and negotiated thousands of pleas. You can count on me to represent you in the most diligent, sensitive and dedicated way, regardless of the charge or jurisdiction.

My name is Shazam Kianpour, and my passion is Criminal Defense.  I served 4 years as a Government attorney in the public sector defending criminal cases.. Most of my jury trials have been felonies.  I specialize in Sex Crimes and Violent Crimes however I have a senior staff of attorneys at Shazam Kianpour & Associates who specialize in DUI and Traffic law and another who specialize in Family and Domestic Violence and Economic and White Collar Crimes.. I have experience in Federal Court, especially in Sex Crimes, possession and Distribustion of Child Pornography, and Child Sex Crimes.  I have taken cases from simple DUI and speeding tickets all the way up to Homicide cases to trial and been first and second chair in them to many varying degrees.. While I see litigation as a sometimes necessary component of law, I believe the adverserial process is overplayed.  What is best for the case is really a matter of what is best for your client, your clients future and your clients family.  I am not smarter than my clients, I am merely experienced in a field that they are not. I have had clients tell me they feel like I spent a lot of time educating them as to the law so instead of me telling them what to do, it was a joint process and venture that left them feeling like the decision of how their life played out was their own.  My job is to protect you, my job is to secondarily defend you.  These are two different aspects of law and often some lawyers get so bent on defending their client, they forget that protecting them comes first.  Call me to ask me the difference between protecting, and defending people.  And ask about the difference between my law firm, and the others, and during our conversation, you will see why you have made the smart choice in selecting Shazam Kianpour & Associates for your Colorado raffic and criminal defense needs.

Anna Geigle is an owner at The Geigle Law Firm, LLC.  Prior to forming the firm, Ms. Geigle was a Deputy State Public Defender in the Denver Trial Office.  During her tenure as a Public Defender, Ms. Geigle was appointed on more than three thousand cases.  Ms. Geigle’s appointments ranged from misdemeanor traffic to juvenile to sexual assault and homicide cases.  The vast majority of her experience is in representing clients charged with felony offenses.  In 2012, prior to her departure from the Public Defender’s Office, Ms. Geigle’s hard work and dedication to the defense of her clients was recognized by her peers when she received the “Attorney of the Year” award from the Denver Trial Office.. Ms. Geigle received her Juris Doctor from the University of Denver Sturm College of Law.  She earned admission to the Order of St. Ives, an honor awarded to graduates ranking in the very top of the graduating class, and ultimately placed in the top 5%.. At The Geigle Law Firm, LLC, Ms. Geigle dedicates her entire practice to defending those accused of committing crimes in both state and federal court.  Ms. Geigle is a skilled advocate and will work tirelessly to accomplish an excellent result.

Denver criminal defense attorney Mark Savoy had the best available training to fight criminal allegations: As a deputy district attorney with the 4th Judicial District Attorney's Office, Mark learned firsthand how "the other side" thinks. Now he uses that insider information to stay one step ahead of prosecutors in his pursuit of reduced and dismissed criminal charges for his clients.. Mark earned his J.D. from the University of Kansas School of Law. While in Kansas, he gained invaluable experience by working at Legal Aid and the Legislative Research Department. He is licensed to practice law in both Colorado and Kansas.

Partner Kevin Farrell is one of Robinson & Henry's most tenured family law attorneys with nearly three decades of legal practice. With his depth of experience, Kevin is prepared to handle the most complex, high-stakes cases.. Kevin’s background stretches beyond family law, encompassing criminal defense, civil litigation, and personal injury matters. Kevin draws upon the insight gained across these practice areas to benefits his current clients.. Before joining Robinson & Henry, Kevin was a public defender in Los Angeles, operated his own law practice for 18 years, and even taught courses at the Denver Paralegal Institute. Kevin's dedication to client advocacy, team leadership, and professional development makes him a powerful advocate for family law clients.