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Malcolm Burns Seawell
About Malcolm
Biography
I have extensive experience in handling all types of criminal cases in all courts throughout the State of Colorado. I pride myself on giving each client the upmost individualized attention. Call me today.
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
75%
36 years | 1,000 cases
Personal Injury
15%
30 years | 100 cases
Appeals
10%
36 years | 100 cases
Fees and Rates
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Licensed in Colorado for 34 years
State: Colorado
Acquired: 1991
No misconduct found
Location
The Law Offices of Malcolm B. Seawell, PC
1873 S. Bellaire St., Ste. 1400, Suite 1400, Denver, CO, 80111
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Malcolm Burns Seawell's Reviews
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Posted by Andrew | January 16, 2026 | Hired Attorney
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Skilled, Attentive, and Accomplishing Great Things for his Clients
I recommend Malcolm and his team for anyone who needs a lawyer. He is phenomenal! I was facing a very serious case that could’ve resulted in extremely severe penalties. It didn’t seem to be looking good for me. Malcom and his team got the case entirely dismissed. This was a truly life changing outcom...
Malcolm Burns Seawell's Lawyer Endorsements
"I have known Malcolm Seawell for almost as long as I have been practicing law. Malcolm started in the DA's office as a young newbie. That was almost 30 years ago. Even then, Malcolm's trial skills were top notch. Since then, Malcolm has perfected his skills and is one of the top criminal defense trial lawyers in Colorado. Malcolm's experience and skill sets make it very easy for me to endorse, and highly recommend him to prospective clients."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Malcolm is a devoted, talented, respected member of the criminal defense community. We have represented co-defendants on a number of matters through the years and I have always been impressed with his skill and legal knowledge. If you hire him, you're in good hands."
"I definitely endorse Malcolm as a lawyer people should hire in criminal matters. Malcolm is top-notch as an attorney and as a person. He knows the law and his trials skills are excellent. He will give you a fair assessment of your legal matter and explain to you in great detail the strength and weaknesses of your case. I would rate Malcolm as one of the very best criminal trial attorneys we have in Colorado."
"I have known Malcolm since the very beginning of my career. He is one of the most respected and hard working attorneys that I know of. He knows how to play hardball and when to use finesse. He has always been willing to help other lawyers with his expertise. I highly recommend Malcolm. He is truly one of the great ones."
"I endorse Malcolm. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer."
Thomas Nellessen
DUI and DWI lawyer
Gregory Robinson
Criminal defense lawyer
Experience
Honors
2015
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2015
10 Best Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
2014
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2014
AV® Preeminent, Martindale Hubbell
1991
Order of St. Ives, University of Denver
1991
Contracts, American Jurisprudence
1991
Appellate Advocacy and Procedure, American Jurisprudence
1991
Criminal Law, American Jurisprudence
1991
Criminal Procedure, American Jurisprudence
1987
Alpha Phi Sigma, National Criminal Justice Honor Society
Work Experience
1996 - Present
Partner, Seawell and Buckmelter, PC
1989 - 1996
Deputy District Attorney, 18th Judicial District
Associations
2010 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense AttorneysMember
1996 - Present
Colorado Criminal Defense Bar Associationmember
1991 - Present
Colorado Bar AssociationMember
Education
1991
University of Denver
JD
1987
American University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2014
Languages
English
Activity
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Legal Answers
Q&A
What does "remand for directions" mean?
22 Aug 2014
Q&A
What does it mean when their arrest says foj wanted by other county felon
25 Aug 2014