Mr. Garlan is a remarkable lawyer who genuinely cares about his clients and is affordable!! I (unfortunately) had to use him twice in one calendar year, very stressful time and he put my wife and I at ease. He deeply cared about my case, he cares about me as a person and how I was handling it all. Both times he was completely invested in my case, was easily accessible anytime of day and responded quickly. He was aggressive and got the results in our favor.
Thank you Michael for your compassion!!
I believe that Colorado is the greatest state in the union and I work hard to defend its citizens. This is my home too and the key to a healthy democracy is a free citizenry. I handle all manner of criminal cases ranging from misdemeanor traffic to serious felony cases.
Before entering private practice, I spent over seven years as criminal defense attorney for the Colorado Public Defender. I have represented thousands of clients in all manner of hearings. I have experience with assaults, DUI, probation revocations, domestic violence cases, arson, assaults, aggravated robbery, burglary, motor vehicle theft, marijuana law, possession of controlled substance, distribution of controlled substances, attempted murder, menacing, witness intimidation, sexual assault, indecent exposure, vehicular homicide, escape, and habitual criminal charges. I have successfully litigated trials, preliminary hearings, motions hearings, and bond arguments.
I handle all types of cases from municipal court to felonies. If you have been charged with a crime call me.
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Mr. Garlan is a remarkable lawyer who genuinely cares about his clients and is affordable!! I (unfortunately) had to use him twice in one calendar year, very stressful time and he put my wife and I at ease. He deeply cared about my case, he cares about me as a person and how I was handling it all. Both times he was completely invested in my case, was easily accessible anytime of day and responded quickly. He was aggressive and got the results in our favor.
Thank you Michael for your compassion!!
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Criminal defense Attorney | Feb 20
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"Mike Garlan has an excellent reputation in the legal community. He is smart, hardworking, and dedicated to getting the best outcomes for his clients. I would highly recommend Mike as a lawyer you can trust."
Criminal defense Attorney | Feb 19
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Mike is really a great attorney. I've seen him in court regularly over the last four or five years, and he's always prepared and working hard to protect his clients. I have noticed he knows the law inside and out, has years of experience litigating motions before judges, and he has top-notch instincts in trial in front of juries. I endorse Mr. Garlan without equivocation. I'd hire him myself if I ever need legal counsel."