Cajardo Lindsey is a passionate advocate for justice who truly believes in the power of giving a voice to his clients. With a wealth of courtroom experience, having participated in over 75 trials to verdict, Cajardo brings a seasoned understanding of the legal system to every case at Dan Caplis Law. His background as a retired District Court judge from Colorado’s 18th Judicial District has given him unique insights that enhance his perspective and practice as a litigator. Cajardo Lindsey’s dedication to excellence shines through in everything he does, making him a trusted ally for those he represents.
Cajardo’s journey in the legal field began with a focus on insurance defense. However, it took only a short time for him to find resonating service as a prosecutor at the Denver District Attorney’s Office. Over the course of eight impactful years, he worked his way up to becoming a senior deputy district attorney, where he fought for justice in a wide range of cases, from first-degree murder to assaults and DUIs.
In recognition of his dedication and expertise, Cajardo was honored to be cross-deputized as a Special U.S. Attorney for the Front Range Drug Task Force. In this role, he collaborated closely with agents from the Drug Enforcement Administration and multiple Colorado law enforcement agencies, all united in the mission to tackle organized drug-related crimes in the community. His commitment to justice and public safety has made a lasting impact on the lives of many.
Cajardo’s experience as a prosecutor broadened when he served as an Assistant City Attorney for the City of Denver. Throughout his tenure, he earned the respect of his colleagues, the courts, and even opposing counsel for his masterful oratory skills, deft negotiation, and, most notably, his unwavering integrity.
Cajardo shifted his justice and public safety mission from criminal prosecution to a civil personal injury practice where he and his partner routinely won six and seven-figure excess verdicts.
Before reentering the private sector, Governor Polis appointed Cajardo Lindsey to the bench, where Cajardo presided over civil matters, including domestic relations, protection orders, and contempt of court.
Cajardo graduated from Miami University in Oxford, Ohio, with a Bachelor of Arts in Public Administration before earning his Doctor of Jurisprudence degree from The Indiana University Maurer School of Law in Bloomington, Indiana. While attending law school, Cajardo was selected to clerk for the British Inns of Court in London, England, and later as a law clerk for the National Football League Management Council in New York City.
Above all, Cajardo Lindsey is committed to providing a voice for what he believes is right. Therefore, he fervently works on behalf of his clients to ensure their stories are heard and justice is served.
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Practice Areas
33%-40%
State: Colorado
Acquired: 2002
No misconduct found
Mobile
6400 S Fiddlers Green Circle, Ste. 2200, Greenwood Village, CO, 80111
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24 Client Reviews
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Posted by Leon | October 09, 2014 | Litigation
Excellent Attorney - Very Effective
Mr. Lindsey represented me in a difficult civil case. He is very well prepared and extremely knowledgeable, He understands who he is working with on both sides of the table, and knows how to get to a positive resolution for his clients. He negotiated a very favorable outcome in my case without havi...
Posted by Allison | March 09, 2014 | Personal Injury
Wonderful Attorney
Cajardo represented me on my personal injury (auto accident case) and was wonderful to work with. Prior to the trial, I met with him to prepare and I felt ready the day the trial began. He prepped me with the questions I'd be asked, not only by him, but also the defense attorney which made me feel ...
Posted by Shauna | May 13, 2012 | DUI & DWI
Fantastic Attorney
I made the mistake of drinking and driving twice... Needless to say, I felt very helpless knowing I was going to jail as well as doing classes, probation, monitered sobriety, community service and a huge possibility of loosing a wonderful paying job etc... Cajardo, with the background of High Profile...
Posted by Chad | May 08, 2012 | Criminal Defense
The best lawyer In Colorado!
Mr. Lindsey Is a consummate professional, I have hired more than 5 different lawyers over the years for cival cases as well as criminal cases. Mr. Lindsey helped me more on my most recent case more than the previous 3 lawyers i had hired combined. He was extreamely knowledeable, informitive and worke...
"Cajardo is a fantastic attorney. He is remarkably skilled in a the courtroom and highly respected by the judges he appears before. I highly recommend and endorse Cajardo."
"I endorse this lawyer. I worked with Cajardo and have seen him in trial, including giving a closing argument in a first-degree murder trial. He is a phenomenal trial lawyer and I highly recommend him."
"I endorse fully endorse Cajardo as a trial lawyer. His extensive theatrical background enables him to tell his client's story compellingly to a jury like few other lawyers. If you need a passionate trial lawyer that thinks outside the box and can deliver results at trial, look no further than Cajardo."
"Cajardo is an excellent attorney. He cares about his clients and works tirelessly on their behalf. Most significantly, Cajardo is a phenomenal courtroom attorney. It is his ability to advocate for his clients at motions hearings and trials that distinguishes him from others."
"I endorse this lawyer. Cajardo has the experience and the requisite careful approach to criminal law that will ensure any defendant obtains a just result. His enthusiasm and caring atitude is second to none."
"I endorse this lawyer. Cajardo is a breath of fresh air in the Denver criminal defense world. Bright, multi-talented, with years of high level criminal law in his background."
"Mr. Lindsey is an extremely knowledgeable and effective counsel. His background as both a felony deputy district attorney and as a Denver city attorney makes him uniquely qualified to handle a wide range of criminal cases in Colorado. I would not hesitate to recommend him to any defendants in need of exceptional legal representation."
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2024 - Present
Attorney, Dan Caplis Law
2021 - 2024
District Court Judge, 18th Judicial District
2014 - 2021
Special Counsel, The Kaudy Law Firm, LLC
2013 - 2013
Summer Associate, Bachus & Schanker, LLC
2012 - 2013
Of Counsel, Hoban & Feola, LLC
2011 - 2012
Assistant City Attorney (Prosecution), City of Denver
2003 - 2010
Senior Deputy District Attorney, Denver County District Attorney's Office
2002 - 2003
Associate, Baldwin & Brown, PC (Insurance Defense)
1996 - 1996
Clerk, British Inns of Court (London, England)
1994 - 1994
Labor Relations Clerk, National Football League
1994 - 1995
Summer Associate, Dinsmore & Shohl
2013 - 2025
Colorado Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2013 - 2021
Sam Cary Bar AssociationMember
$890,000.00 jury verdict ($1,200,000.00 with interest) and judgment. An excess verdict above the $100,000.00 policy limit.
$4,000,000.00 jury verdict (3,500.000.00 million for insurance Bad Faith and $500,000 for breach of contract.
$695,000.00 jury verdict and judgment, well in excess of the $100,000 policy limits.
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JD - Juris Doctor
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06 Jul 2012
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