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

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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

139 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 5 reviews | Divorce & Separation

Posted by anonymous | July 20, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Peak Legal goes above and beyond!!!

I recently had the pleasure of working with Douglas Cohen and Todd Narum at Peak Legal, and I cannot speak highly enough of their exceptional services. Todd was instrumental in the success of my recent divorce settlement, far exceeding my expectations. His expertise and dedication made a challenging ...situation much more manageable, and I am incredibly grateful for his support. In addition to handling my divorce, I was facing serious assault charges and a potential lengthy prison sentence. Doug’s assistance in this matter was nothing short of life-changing. With his help, I was able to avoid imprisonment, secure a deferment, and gain a second chance at life. Doug’s legal acumen and commitment to my case were pivotal in achieving this outcome. I am deeply grateful for the support I received from both Doug and Todd. Their professionalism, compassion, and tenacity were evident throughout the entire process. I would absolutely recommend them to anyone in distress and in need of top-notch legal assistance. Peak Legal truly has a stellar team in Doug and Todd.

Douglas Cohen

Replied last July 27, 2024

Todd and I were honored to join forces and help you get through both the divorce and criminal case. You and your family were so great to work with and you truly deserve the positive outcome we were able to achieve as a team. Without getting into detail, you endured and persevered through trials and tribulations that were extremely difficult and stressful even before we came on board to help. And then you hung in with us and saw the case through. It was truly our pleasure to help you and hope you can move on and have a better and happier life from here.

Posted by James | May 03, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Knowledgeable, Responsive, and Giid!

I retained Mr Cohen when I was falsely accused of a crime by my ex-spouse. It was further complicated when the police really didn't want to deal with the matter but turned it over to a county agency for further investigation and handling. Throughout the process, Mr. Cohen was great at guiding me an...d formulating logical next steps. At the same time as this was going on, I was also going through a divorce and Mr. Cohen consulted with my divorce attorney so as to not do anything that might harm either process. I found Mr. Cohen very easy to talk to and genuinely concerned about my predicament. He was finally able to get the case closed without any further actions from the agency or law enforcement. Mr. Cohen is EXTREMELY knowledgable about processes within the police and judicial system and uses his connections to help in plotting out a strategy. In working with various groups which consulted with me, they all had great things to say about Mr. Cohen and his ethics are of the highest standards. I would not hesitate to retain Mr. Cohen should I need him again!

Douglas Cohen

Replied last November 29, 2021

thanks for hanging in there with me James. It was a long haul but I am glad we were successful in all aspects of the case and outcome for you.

Posted by anonymous | February 02, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Family Law Client

I called Doug Cohen when Douglas County DHS opened a D&N and took my children out of a safe and loving home. Doug aggressively used my documentation and evidence to ensure that I was not steam rolled by DHS in advocating for my children. He was blunt and direct in making sure that I took the right ...steps throughout the case. DHS returned custody and Doug swiftly handled an appeal with the state to get everything removed from my record, without ever having to go to trial. Doug continued to represent me in my divorce case, which we had to transfer from WY to CO, which could have been a nightmare, but Doug made a smooth and easy process for me. By the end of the divorce, not only did I have majority parenting time and full decision making, but I was approved to move out of Colorado with my children. My ex-spouse was ordered to pay a significant amount of monthly child support, and a six figure judgment was entered against them for the property they previously liquidated without my consent. So to recap: Doug entered my case when I had ZERO CUSTODY of my children and a brand new CPS case. He closed my divorce case as I moved OUT OF COLORADO with my children, with FULL CUSTODY, a six figure judgment against my ex-spouse, and a large monthly child support order. Most importantly, Doug helped end a four year battle, with my children and I coming out the other side in one piece. Doug was the 4th attorney I hired in 1.5 years, and the only attorney for the job! Doug's paralegal Bonnie is meticulous, detail oriented, prompt, professional, and compassionate. She is an excellent communicator and continuously ensured that Doug and I were on the same page, and that we never missed a deadline - she is invaluable to this office! Doug can be a zealous warrior for your case when needed, but also knows when to dial back and tread lightly. In court, Doug was always sharp, knowing the facts of my case, which helped him to frequently reveal other parties' dishonesty and ineffectiveness. Doug was open minded to new ideas whenever we needed to discuss case strategy, but would speak up and be a true leader on my case when needed for a successful outcome. Doug was innovative, attentive, passionate, and on the ball throughout my case. I plan to continue to utilize Doug for any future legal needs, and I will continue to recommend him to friends, family, and colleagues. I'm confident that he was the right choice for my case, and will be the right choice for your case too!

Douglas Cohen

Replied last November 29, 2021

I am so glad things turned out well for you and the kids. You all deserve it!

Posted by Amy | February 27, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Great communication

Douglas Cohen helped me with my divorce that was very complicated when my original lawyer had made me lose all hope of a fair outcome. Mr Cohen did a great job easing my mind and was great at keeping me informed with my case. I never had to reach out to him, he always reached out to me first. That... is rare in a lawyer in my experience.

Posted by Stephanie | July 24, 2017 | Divorce & Separation

Doug & his partner, Todd, were extremely helpful.

Doug reviewed my existing parenting plan, and then I met with he and Todd to discuss whether or not I needed to file for a new parenting plan agreement. My ex and I have a very untraditional parenting plan that was agreed upon at the time of our divorce, but we have been operating outside of the curr...ent legal plan. I needed advice on what is the wisest and best way for me to move forward as I make some significant decisions for my future and my children's futures. Doug and Todd talked through all the angles with me. Several possibilities they brought to my attention I would never have been aware of without their counsel. They helped me make what I believe to be the best informed decision for myself and my kids at this time. If I do end up needing to settle future parenting issues with my ex in court, I will definitely be retaining Doug's services.

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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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Chris Halsor

Criminal defense lawyer

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Todd Narum

Family lawyer

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Sean Marvin

Military law lawyer

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Geoffrey Heim

Criminal defense lawyer

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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