Jacob A Starkovich

Jacob A Starkovich

also known as Star Law Denver

5.0
Rating: 7.2

Licensed for 25 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Broomfield, CO
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Divorce & Separation, Wills & Living Wills

POB 1242, Broomfield, CO

About Jacob

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 50%

27 years | 2,000 cases

50%
DUI and DWI 20%

400 cases

20%
Divorce and Separation 15%

19 years | 40 cases

15%
Wills and Living Wills 15%

19 years | 30 cases

15%

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Licenses

Licensed in Colorado for 25 years

State: Colorado

Acquired: 2000

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Jacob A Starkovich

POB 1242, Broomfield, CO, 80038

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Jacob A Starkovich's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

40 Client Reviews

Showing 6 - 10 of 17 reviews | Criminal Defense

Posted by Nicholas | November 25, 2018 | Criminal Defense

Thank you once again! Excellent Job!

I Highly Recommend Jacob as an attorney!!!, With-in the very limited time Frame Jacob had to work on my case as well as assigned to my case? Jacob waisted no time to research What he would be able to use in state law that would be a strong defense in my behalf. Jacob Communicated very well, l...istened to my side and heard the truth and was to identify the alleged Victim was lying and was seeking a revenge that had been misleading by assumption, and was able to provide solid proof . Jacob paid very close attention to detail, was Clean, respectful, Friendly, and Was on time. Jacob actually cares about his clients constitutional rights not to be violated. Jacob Doesn't sugar coat the Severity of the outcome of the case, But will Fight for his Client Even if The odds are against him. I may have lost at my trial, I was looking at a minimum 2 year jail sentence, Jacob Reduced my jail sentence to 58days. Jacob Only Had Less than a month to work on my case, and I was very impressed with Performance as my attorney. I have no doubt in my mind that had Jacob been assigned to me Sooner in my case and If I had actually gotten a fair trial, ya known with a jury of my peers, and a judge that wasn't bi-est already before trial. the Judge would have ruled in My behalf and the case would have been dismissed

Posted by Charles | November 15, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Best lawyer in Colorado

Jacob saved my life..... had alot of time over my head and he worked his way into getting me off pretty easy..... very thankful

Posted by Chris | January 03, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Awesome Lawyer

Jacob was very thorough and quick. I highly reccomend his services and would use him again in a heart beat if the need is there (hopefully not). This was a criminal assault case and he rocked!

Posted by anonymous | August 01, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Domestic Violence Case

Jacob Starkovick is an awesome lawyer who guided me in a time of need. I've researched so many lawyers as to who could take my case and many was too high and not willing to receive a payment arrangement. Mr. Jacob was the only lawyer that allowed me to make payment arrangements. The case that I was u...p against was dismissed with the help of Jacob. If you need a good lawyer Jacob will definitely fight for you!!!!

Posted by Heather | July 11, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Amazing lawyer!!

I was wrongly charged with domestic violence when in fact I was the victim. I was taken to jail and offered a plea bargain of jail time. I was terrified to go to trial, because if I lost, I was facing even more jail time. To the police and prosecutors I was already guilty. I lived several months in a... nightmare and then I hired Jacob Starkovich as my lawyer. I showed up for trial and just felt sick to my stomach as I approached the podium. Within seconds, I heard the words dismissed! This man is a miracle worker and I can not thank him enough for the hard work he put in on my case! I hope that if you are in a rough spot, you choose starlaw because he will return your life to you and get you the best possible outcome! Thank you! :)

Jacob Starkovich

Replied last July 11, 2016

Thank you Heather! I appreciate the kind words. It was a pleasure assisting you. I truly enjoy helping people in tough spots. Stay in touch!

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Jacob A Starkovich's Lawyer Endorsements

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Michael Myzia

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Attorney Starkovich professionally for over thirteen years. His professionalism and polished presentation in the courtroom is absolutely outstanding. He is a uniquely persuasive litigator with fellow attorneys, judges, and juries alike. When my loved ones have needed an attorney licensed in Colorado over the last several years (I have moved to Illinois), I have referred them, each and every time, to Jacob and, each and every time, he produces fantastic results. It is my privilege to endorse Jacob."

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Valarie McNeice

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He is honest, knowledgeable and well respected in the legal community."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Jacob. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Adrian Tilley

DUI and DWI lawyer | Feb 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Charles Peters

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Jacob for several years. He was a prosecutor at the time and I was, and still am, a defense attorney. Even as a prosecutor, he cared about people. Unlike a lot of prosecutors, his focus was not just to get a conviction. He brings that same level of caring and compassion to his clients. I strongly endorse Jacob."

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Experience

Rating:  7.2 (Very Good)

Work Experience

2008 - Present

Attorney, Starkovich Law, LLC

2003 - 2008

Attorney, Assistant City Attorney - City of Thornton

2000 - 2003

Pueblo, District Attorney

Associations

2013 - Present

KofC 10961

Member

2008 - Present

Knights of Columbus

Lecturer

2000 - Present

Colorado Bar Association

Sample of Legal Cases

State v. Kohler

Dismissed

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Education

2000

Oklahoma City University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1997

Regis University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2012

Town of Lyons

Role of Prosecutors in Government

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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