$ 200-250 per hour
Christopher Daniel Leroi
About Christopher
Biography
Presently retired and only providing consulting services for attorneys and members of the regular public. I can steer you in the direction of a good attorney in the area of the law that you are seeking, but I have applied for "inactive" status because of physical disability and desire to pursue other career aspirations.
Former judge, prosecutor, and current attorney with 22 years of experience in Colorado. Always offered free initial consultations with clients. Concentrated on estate planning (wills, trusts, powers of attorney, etc.), business, civil litigation, domestic relations/divorce, criminal defense, and a variety of probate ssues. Also licensed in the State of Minnesota (inactive) and Washington, DC (inactive), as well as federal courts. Worked with clients on a slow pay/low pay basis and sliding scale basis.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Estate Planning
50%
34 years | 2,000 cases
Mediation
50%
33 years | 500 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in District of Columbia for 32 years
State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 1993
Licensed in Minnesota for 32 years
State: Minnesota
Acquired: 1993
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2014
Licensed in Colorado for 33 years
State: Colorado
Acquired: 1992
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2014
Location
Mediator/Arbiter
2411 Chaparral Street, Kalamazoo, MI, 49006
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Christopher Daniel Leroi's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 28 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Shirley | September 2, 2014
Compassionate, thorough, trustworthy and kind
Christopher Leroi is simply the best. I am a colleague of his and have relied on his practical advice for business solutions for my business on numerous occasions. He has always been responsive to my calls and emails. As a former judge, he is unsurpassed in his knowledge and expertise in numerous ...
Posted by anonymous | August 28, 2014
very hostile & false hope
I hired Chris to take care of a case for me. I saw his ratings & thought he would be a great attorney. The consultation went perfect & he gave me such hope that he would always look out for my best interest & that he is always swift in staying in touch. I felt I wasted several thousand hiring him. Af...
Christopher Leroi
Replied last September 24, 2014It is really unfortunate that with a website as awesome as AVVO fake, libelous reviews can and do still come in. I've known Chris for a long time. He is one of the most reputable attorneys on AVVO. His clients love him. I have referred cases to him not only because of his skill and expertise, but because of his compassionate nature and generous spirit. I always know anyone I send to him will be in good hands, and no one I have referred to him has ever been disappointed. It is sad that my kind, brilliant colleague is leaving the practice of law due to his health problems, as he has helped so many thousands of people daily on the AVVO website, in addition to his private practice. We are at a great loss to say goodbye to this brilliant man in the legal profession. At least his legacy will live on in the form of all the many thousands of questions he has answered, free of charge, for those in need. Chris, thank you so much for all you have done for our profession. You are a true humanitarian.
Posted by Catisha | July 1, 2014
Best lawyer in Colorado!!!
I have been going through a custody case for a few years now and it had been stressful. I came across Attorney Leroi and he was a blessing in my case! He responds quickly when needed and you can sit back and he handles everything for you. I dealt with the other party and his attorney trying to bully ...
Posted by anonymous | January 26, 2014
Chris is great!
Chris is great and has assisted me in my case. If I need him, I receive a response within twenty four hours. I highly recommend him!
Posted by Todd | January 25, 2014
Gods Gift to Denver
Chris Leroi is a prince among men. An attorney with compassion and knowledge. An attorney who goes out of his way with philanthropy for his fellow-man. He knows the law, but practices grace. He is not only my lawyer, but he is my friend. After representing me in a criminal trial, we became frien...
Christopher Daniel Leroi's Lawyer Endorsements
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Alexandra Gonzalez-Waddington
Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 14
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
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"I strongly endorse this lawyer. I have known him in the legal community for many years and worked with him some years ago as a prosecutor. He is an excellent attorney. I know him to be absolutely ethical and I believe him to have the perfect temperament and background to be an outstanding mediator."
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"Chris is an exceptional and highly respected attorney who always represents his clients with the utmost of skill,knowledge and understanding.i can readily endorse him without hesitation or reservation."
"You absolutely want someone who has been a judge in the past to handle your case. Christopher is a judge and this experience would probably be EXCELLENT in handling personal cases."
"Aggressive representation and a great attorney. I endorse this lawyer."
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"Chris is a lawyer who will go the extra mile to get the results for his clients. He is an excellent lawyer, and a shining star in the legal community. A potential client that is considering retaining him should feel very comfortable in knowing that they have made the right choice!"
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Leroi's experience and skill in the various areas of his practice is phenomenal. He donates a great deal of his time and effort here on AVVO and I enjoy reading much of his responses. He has been a member of both the bench and the bar in CO and you can trust his judgment and his skills."
"Mr. Leroi was a young associate at the second law firm I clerked in. We have had contact off and on through the years. Mr. Leroi has always been a strong advocate for his clients, and done so with great professionalism and integrity. I endorse Mr. Leroi."
"Attorney Leroi is a lawyer's lawyer. His remarkable array of experience as a prosecutor, judge, and attorney make him an asset to our profession and an extraordinary advocate for his clients. I enthusiastically endorse this lawyer."
"Attorney Daniel Leroi is an astute and experienced attorney. He clearly knows his stuff. I would give him a call."
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"Very smart and experienced lawyer. Good person and knows his stuff!"
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"I endorse this lawyer. This attorney truly does have the right advise. If you are near the Denver and surrounding area do call you will not be disappointed and you will be given precise directions on how to proceed."
"Christopher is a talented and skilled lawyer. A true advocate for his clients. I endorse this lawyer."
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Experience
Professional misconduct
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2014.
Reciprocal - Stayed Suspension issued in MN, 2014
updated on 01/09/2015This means that the attorney's misconduct in another state, or jurisdiction, also violated the rules for practicing law in Minnesota. Stayed suspension means an attorney did something wrong but may still practice law. The suspension is placed on hold (and ultimately removed) if the attorney complies with certain requirements. The State also monitors the lawyer's activities for a period of time in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior.
Christopher’s comment:
“This was the exact same situation as the Colorado incident and needed to be reported to the State of Minnesota, even though I am INACTIVE in MN. As such, it is NOT another ethical violation whatsoever. MN simply adopted the 2 years of probation ordered by Colorado and did NOT suspend my license. This is NOT an additional ethical violation. I have practiced for 22 years with no violations. I lectured a woman on road rage and the Ethics Committee in CO said I should have called the police instead.”
Suspension Stayed Placed on Probation issued in CO, 2014
updated on 03/28/2017Suspension stayed means the attorney has been disciplined, but that the suspension is placed on hold (and ultimately removed) if the attorney complies with probation requirements.
Christopher’s comment:
“This incident was based on activity that had nothing to do with the practice of law. A woman was endangering people in our local community by engaging in dangerous driving and "road rage" behavior. At a traffic light, I lectured her on the dangers of road rage. She then said that "road rage" simply does not exist. I brought up "road rage" cases that I was personally involved in as a pubic defender, judge, prosecutor, and private attorney. The attorney regulation counsel said such was improper.”
Honors
2015
Top Contributor - Mediation, 2015 Avvo
2015
2015 Top Contributer-General, Avvo
2015
2015 Top Contributor-Family Law, Avvo
2015
2015 Top Contributor-Business Law, Avvo
2015
2015 Client's Choice, Avvo
2015
2015 Top Contributor-Estate Planning/Probate, Avvo
2014
2014 Top Contributor-Estate Planning/Probate, Avvo
2014
2014 Top Contributor-Family Law, Avvo
2014
2014 Top Contributor-Business, Avvo
2014
2014 Client's Choice, Avvo
2013
2013 Top Contributor, Avvo
2013
2013 Client's Choice, Avvo
2012
2012 Top Contributor, Avvo
2012
Client's Choice as Top Attorney-General Practice, Avvo
2012
Outstanding Pro Bono Service, Colorado Bar Association
2002
Outstanding Service Award, Colorado Judicial Branch
2002
Outstanding Service Award, Cortez Police Department
2001
Outstanding Professor for Citizens Police Academy, Montezuma County Sheriff's Department
2000
Professor of the Year, Pueblo Community College - Southwest Center
1999
Outstanding Judicial Officer, DARE
1996
Mediation Certification, Alternative Dispute Association, Inc.
1995
District Court Magistrate, 22nd Judicial District
1995
Montezuma County Court Judge, Colorado Judicial Branch
1994
Outstanding Young Lawyer, Four Corners Bar Association
1994
Pro Bono Award, Colorado Bar Association
1992
Mock Trial Competition Champion, University of Utah College of Law
1992
William H. Leary Scholar, University of Utah College of Law
1991
William H. Leary Scholar, University of Utah College of Law
1990
William H. Leary Scholar, University of Utah College of Law
Work Experience
2015 - Present
Mediator, Leroi Mediation Services
2014 - 2015
Managing Partner, Leroi and McHugh, LLC
2010 - 2011
Criminal Justice Instructor, Arapahoe Community College
2009 - 2010
Deputy District Attorney, District Attorney, 4th Judicial District
2007 - 2014
Managing Partner, Law Office of Christopher D. Leroi, LLC
2006 - 2007
Associate Attorney, Law Firm of Dennis A. Lacerte
2002 - 2006
Deputy District Attorney, 18th Judicial District Attorney's Office
1995 - 2002
Law Professor, Pueblo Community College
1995 - 2002
Montezuma County Court Judge, Colorado Judicial Branch
1995 - 2002
22nd Judicial District Magistrate, Colorado Judicial Branch
1994 - 1996
Associate Attorney, Dyer & Dilts, PC
1992 - 1994
Deputy District Attorney, 22nd Judicial District Atty Office
1990 - 1992
Public Defender Intern, Salt Lake Public Defender's Office
1989 - 1992
Investigator/Paralegal, Legal Center for People with Disabilities
Associations
2002 - Present
Arapahoe County Bar Association
1993 - Present
Minnesota State Bar Association
1993 - Present
District of Columbia Bar
1992 - Present
American Trial Lawyers Association
1992 - Present
Colorado Bar Association
1992 - Present
American Bar Association
1993 - 2002
Four Corners Bar AssociationSecretary/Treasurer
Sample of Legal Cases
People v. LeAntoinne Currie
Guilty on all counts - prosecution - 15 min verdict
Education
2009
University of Phoenix
MA - Masters
1992
University of Utah S.J. Quinney College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1989
Northwestern University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
1985
University of Oxford
No degree-year of study
Speaking Engagements
2015
FBLA Regionals
Business Law Ethics
2015
Colorado State Finals-DECA
Business Law Ethics
2009
Broadmoor Conference
Elder Economic and Physical Abuse Training
2008
Broadmoor Training
Elder Economic and Physical Abuse
2001
Colorado Judicial Conference
Restitution
2000
Colorado Judicial Conference
Sentencing Issues
1998
Colorado Judicial Conference
Post-Conviction Matters
Publications
2015
Self-published
Criminal Defense Nuts and Bolts
2015
Self-published
Family Law Nuts and Bolts
2015
Self-published
Landlord/Tenant Nuts and Bolts
2003
Arapahoe County Trench Book
Deputy District Attorney Trench Book
2000
Judges Bench Book
Colorado Judicial Bench Book
1998
Colorado Judicial Branch
CO DUI Bench Book
Languages
French
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
Is the mediation binding?
06 Feb 2018
Q&A
State of Georgia: Our home is only in my wife's name. What happens to it if my wife were to die? Yes it is mortgaged...
11 Dec 2017
Q&A
I need to revoke a waiver of probate asap. How much will it cost? Will any attorney take this case pro bono? The estate is lar
29 Nov 2017
Legal Guides
Legal Guide
Choosing a lawyer
04 Jul 2014
Legal Guide
The termination of "child custody" in the State of Colorado and other states
04 Jul 2014
Legal Guide
Pleas and Plea Bargaining
02 Apr 2014