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Jim is the right attorney for any individual facing criminal allegations. His aggressive but coolheaded style has resulted in years of favorable outcomes for his clients, whether the goal is acquittal at trial or effective negotiations. Jim has dedicated his entire legal career to defending the criminally accused. He started his experience with the Homicide Task Force in Chicago’s Cook County Public Defender’s Office and transitioned to a trial attorney position with the Colorado State Public Defender’s Office in 2013.. Known for being a forceful advocate, prepared and efficient, Jim is a well-respected member of the criminal defense community. Jim has had the experience of representing thousands of clients facing a wide range of criminal charges, from minor offenses to first-degree murder cases, including several high-profile cases. He has often been chosen to provide training to young criminal defense attorneys or specifically selected for cases requiring complex litigation skills.. Jim appreciates that when it comes to criminal allegations every case is serious and every client has specific needs. With each new client Jim brings the experience he has obtained throughout the years along with his endless drive to advocate for each individual client.

When trouble or complications present themselves, you'll want to hire a top criminal defense attorney. Or perhaps you need someone who can help you navigate a family law situation. One of the most respected names in criminal defense and family law in Denver, Chris Matz, handles all types of cases: felony, misdemeanor, domestic violence, DUI/DUID, and drug offenses, as well as child custody and divorce matters. Additionally, he assists medical cannabis businesses with issues concerning regulation, licensing, and compliance. With hundreds of trials under his belt, you’re in the hands of a veteran attorney when you hire Chris Matz.

2009-Present. Alternate Defense Counsel Member, contracting with the State of Colorado for private sector indigent defense.. 2007-2008. Sturm College of Law Criminal Defense Clinic; representing indigent clients throughout the Denver metro area. Voted Clinic Criminal Defender of the Year, 2007.. 1987-2007. Criminal Defense Paralegal; participating in defense teams for numerous high profile federal and state cases, including the Oklahoma City Bombing case, United States v. Timothy McVeigh.. Graduated Summa Cum Laude from Metropolitan State College of Denver Graduated from The Sturm College of Law, University of Denver, 2008

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.

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.

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'm an attorney who loves protecting people's rights, challenging the government, resisting illegal police conduct, going to trial, and hearing jurors say the words "not guilty." I also use my years of legal experience and training to come up with creative legal arguments and theories to win cases.  While police and prosecutors look for the worst in people, my life is spent looking for, finding, and showing others the best in those people.  To me, few things are more fulfilling than getting to zealously advocate for my clients and their rights and interests.. My expertise, opinions, legal work, and cases have also received attention by many within the Colorado media.  An example from THE DENVER POST is here:

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.