Douglas Todd Cohen

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Douglas Todd Cohen

also known as Douglas T. Cohen, Peak Legal Services, LLC

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 29 years

Sex crime Lawyer at Denver, CO
Practice Areas: Sex Crime, DUI & DWI, Criminal Defense, Child Abuse

110 16th Street, Ste 1400, Denver, CO

Virtual Consultation Available

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About Douglas

Biography

Former Prosecutor here to help you with Sex Crimes, DUI, Criminal Defense, and related child custody cases in Colorado.

Former Prosecutor with over 25 years experience here to help you with Felony and Misdemeanor Criminal Defense cases in Colorado.

Former SVU Prosecutor with over 25 years experience here to help you with Sex Crimes and Sex Offense cases in Colorado.

Former Prosecutor with over 25 years experience to help you with DUI and Traffic Offenses in Colorado.

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Sex Crime 40%

As a senior district attorney, I served three terms in sex crimes and family violence units. I know the types of evidence the prosecution presents, all potential defenses and the complex sex offender sentencing rules in both Colorado and Wyoming.

30 years

40%
DUI and DWI 30%

A former Senior Assistant District Attorney with 25 years DUI and traffic case experience. I zealously represent clients in DUI, DWAI and DUI-D offenses in Colorado and Wyoming, and tailor strategy to each client's needs and goals.

30 years

30%
Child Abuse 15%

A former Senior Assistant District Attorney in Colorado with over 28 year experience to help clients defend child abuse, child custody cases and CPS and Human Services allegations.

30 years

15%
Criminal Defense 15%

A former Senior Assistant District Attorney in Colorado with more than 25 years felony trial experience, specializing in homicide, DUI, sex assaults, child abuse and domestic violence. I zealously represent adults and juveniles.

30 years

15%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
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Top Contributor
Top Contributor
2015

Licenses

Licensed in Colorado for 29 years

State: Colorado

Acquired: 1996

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Wyoming for 6 years

State: Wyoming

Acquired: 2019

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Peak Legal Services, LLC

110 16th Street, Ste 1400, Denver, CO, 80202

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11990 Grant St, Ste 550, Northglenn, CO, 80223

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717 Arapahoe St, Golden, CO, 80401

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Douglas Todd Cohen's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

140 Client Reviews

Showing 6 - 10 of 17 reviews | Sex Crime

Posted by James | June 28, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Sex Crime

Great sex crime attorney

2019 I was arrested for internet luring of a child. I was involved in an internet sex sting and hired Douglas Cohen to represent me. At first meeting, Douglas gave it to me straight forward on what I was facing and what he brings to the table to help me. After I hired Douglas, he fired away at my cas...e. He looked through my history, my current support, and also got me an evaluation for a risk assessment. Going back and forth with the DA we reached an agreement. I pled guilty to a lesser charge and the DA agreed to a deffered sentence. Meaning, I can have this whole charge dropped if/ when I complete my deffered judgement. I'm currently over half way done and have completed my therapy classes. I'm very thankful that I hired Douglas Cohen. I have the opportunity to put all this behind me with no conviction on my record. I recommend anyone with a sex crime to reach out to Mr. Cohen to hear what he offers.

Douglas Cohen

Replied last July 08, 2022

thank you for trusting me and my firm with such a complex and high-stakes case. I also thank you for taking my guidance and following through with everything I asked of you and you committed to doing for yourself to achieve a positive outcome for the case and for your life moving forward. Best wishes to you!

Posted by Aaron | April 05, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Sex Crime

My Story

I got in some trouble in WY for an allegation of sex assault of a minor for which there was a 5-year delay in the reporting of the case where the DA was extremely difficult to work with and was very intent on getting the maximum penalty which included a lengthy prison term. Doug did an excellent job ...of navigating all of the issues that came up. He went as far as to hire an attorney that was from the local jurisdiction in order to have a better idea of how the case would be handled since I live in Colorado and had to travel back and forth for all proceedings. Doug was very involved throughout the entire process and was always available if I had any questions. In the end, he was able to resolve the case by getting me probation of a reasonable length with no time in jail and was successful in getting a very unreasonable request for restitution denied even after the rest of the case had been completed. He was very professional and if you ever have any type of sex case, I would highly recommend that you give Doug a call because he will do whatever it takes to ensure the best possible outcome and will always be honest with you as far as where your case is headed and what he thinks the next step should be.

Douglas Cohen

Replied last April 11, 2022

It's tough for clients who live in one state and get charged in another (in this case Colorado and Wyoming) to navigate the legal system, different sentencing and also probation rules. One state's system is stressful enough for clients. Two is overwhelming. Plus you had a sex offense charge. I know it took a while, but I am glad we hung in there together, fought the good fight and that I was able to get you back to Colorado with your family and no incarceration. You deserve to have a decent life and a future and I hope this helps gets you there.

Posted by anonymous | December 01, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Sex Crime

Defense lawyer

Doug and his team were fantastic, and did a very good job handling my case. Doug not only helped me get through the whole process, but took the extra steps to make sure that outcome was something I was comfortable with. I was facing up to life in jail, and life supervision. I ended up with very littl...e jail, and a small portion of supervision with a deferred sentence. I would recommend hiring Doug for anybody that is dealing with sex crimes.

Douglas Cohen

Replied last December 06, 2021

thanks so much for hanging in there with me and working together to get the plea and sentence that was fair and allows you to move on with your life v being in prison for life.

Posted by anonymous | January 19, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Sex Crime

Highly recommend

Doug is an amazing lawyer. I was falsely accused of sexual assault and he was able to get the case dropped through his hard work and great knowledge of the legal system. It was the worst and most terrifying thing I had ever gone through but Doug's professionalism and obvious competency gave me a lot ...of solace through it all. He is very personable and easy to talk to which was extremely helpful in that situation. I highly recommend Doug to anyone going through something like this.

Douglas Cohen

Replied last January 19, 2021

Thank you, Sir, for your kind words. I know how stressful these cases are for clients. I commend you for hanging in with me, as we sorted through the evidentiary and legal issues. It was an honor to represent you. You are now free to work on improving your GD guitar jams.

Posted by anonymous | October 07, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Sex Crime

Thoughtful, Thorough and Steady

If you ever find yourself in the scenario of being contacted by law enforcement and needing to defend yourself against alleged sex crimes, do yourself an enormous favor and call Doug Cohen at Peak Legal. The sooner you call, the better, but with the level of competence I saw, I would never count Doug... out. From the moment he and I first spoke, it was clear that Doug was the right guy to represent me in the face of these outrageous allegations. He took adequate time to understand the allegations and the status of the investigation; and he listened to my recounting of the facts. He gave thoughtful advice, was very thorough in working out how to move through to our intended objective, and was a welcome steady hand in what felt like an unpredictable situation. At the end of the day, my case resolved successfully. Doug brings years of experience prosecuting sex crimes and his time in that seat shows when you need such competence the most. The highest recommendations for Doug and his team.

Douglas Cohen

Replied last October 07, 2020

thanks so much for the kind words. It was a pleasure to work with you to address the inaccurate and potentially-life altering allegations made against you. I am glad we were able to sort it out and resolve your matter without any negative record or consequences against you. You were great to work with as well.

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Douglas Todd Cohen's Lawyer Endorsements

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Peter Wasley

Family lawyer | Jan 26

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Cohen and I were both attorneys on a number of Dependency and Neglect cases wherein I observed him to be a conscientious and zealous advocate. Mr. Cohen was always prepared, professional, respectful, and he commanded a great knowledge of the law and his client."

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Todd Narum

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 04

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I worked with Doug on a highly contentious criminal case several years ago and found him very professional and highly competent. He continues to do a great job for his clients and I highly recommend him."

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Sean Marvin

Unknown lawyer | Sep 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Doug is an excellent lawyer who knows his stuff, works hard, cares about his clients, and gets results. I highly endorse him."

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Margherita Downey

Domestic violence lawyer | Aug 30

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Cohen filed a detailed response on this website that I reviewed and thought was outstanding. He clearly knows what he is doing and appears to give 100% which is an excellent quality in a lawyer and is supported by his client reviews,"

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Howard Lewis

Family lawyer | Jun 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Cohen is an outstanding attorney and I highly recommend his legal services."

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Chris Halsor

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 18

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I spent several years working with Doug at the Jefferson County District Attorney's Office and consider him to have been my mentor in how to prepare and try felony cases. Doug is exceptionally thorough and detailed oriented. Someone hiring Doug can be certain that he will take the time to consider their case and scrutinize all angles of it. He is also very strategic and from the inception of a case considers the different pieces of evidence or lack thereof and what follow up is needed. Doug is a straight-shooter and will provide clients with a very candid assessment of their case, all the while being very considerate and invested in the well-being of those affected. I would highly recommend Doug."

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Jack Fleischman

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 08

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I am a practicing criminal defense attorney and have known attorney Cohen for 20 years. We have consulted together regarding case issues. We both have represented clients in major felony sex assault cases and often discuss trial and plea strategies to achieve the best outcome in what many attorneys consider the most difficult crimial law cases. Doug is one of the most detailed and result oriented attorney I know. His extensive prior experience as a DA and attorney for internal corporate investigations makes him a go to attorney when your freedom or your companies reputation is at stake. Doug's experience in and out of the courtroom will make a difference in the outcome of your case."

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Andrew Weisberg

General practice lawyer | Nov 30

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I am a criminal defense lawyer and I have had the pleasure of knowing Doug Cohen for over 20 years. Doug is one of the most talented lawyers I have ever known. He is intelligent, knowledgeable and enthusiastic. He is very honest and trustworthy. I would highly recommend Doug Cohen if you are in need of a top notch attorney."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Top 100 Lawyers Award, The National Trial Lawyers Association

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

Work Experience

2011 - 2014

Senior Deputy District Attorney - SVU, 1st Judicial District

2007 - 2011

Senior Corporate Counsel - Director of Investigations, Qwest Communications

2001 - 2007

Deputy District Attorney, 1st Judicial District Colorado

1996 - 2000

Deputy District Attorney - DV, 4th Judicial District Attorney's Office

Associations

2014 - Present

Colorado Criminal Defense Bar Association

Member

2011 - Present

Denver Bar Association

Member

1996 - Present

Colorado Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

People v. Mack - Denver District Court

Charges dismissed

People v. Kuisis - Denver District Court

Not guilty verdict and dismissal of charges.

People v. Jackson

Case dismissed after stop ruled unconstitutional

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Education

1996

University of Missouri-Columbia School of Law

J.D.

1986

Northwestern University

B.S.

Speaking Engagements

2014

Colorado District Attorneys Association Annual Conference

Child Abuse and Domestic Violence litigation

2012

Colorado District Attorneys Council Annual Conference 2012

Professionalism & Ethics in Prosecution of Family and Persons Crimes

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

Top Contributor

Douglas earned significant contribution points in 2015.

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