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Linda Jane Chalat
also known as Linda Chalat
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Biography
Linda Chalat, a partner of Chalat Hatten & Banker, has over twenty years of experience as a Colorado personal injury lawyer.
As a partner with Chalat Hatten & Banker, Denver, Colorado, Linda Chalat concentrates her practice on medical malpractice cases, defective product claims and recreational accidents. Prior to law school, Ms. Chalat worked in industry as a chemical engineer, and brings her understanding of the technical aspects of an accident to effectively advocate for her clients. Ms. Chalat also oversees the technology used by the firm to best serve our clients, including maintaining the firm's several websites, social media and blogs which provide current legal information for Colorado consumers and personal injury victims. She has published articles and spoken at professional seminars concerning ski litigation, attorney ethics and malpractice, and general practice tips.
Linda Chalat has been recognized as a Best Lawyer by U.S. News for product liability law and has been listed as a Colorado SuperLawyer each year since 2011. She was also named to the TOP 50 WOMEN COLORADO SUPER LAWYERS in 2012 and 2013. Additionally, since 2013, she has been recognized as one of the Top 100 Trial Lawyers in Colorado by the National Trial Lawyers Association. Most recently she has been named to the Best Lawyers of America list in 2015, 2016, and 2017.
Practice Areas
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Practice Area
Fees and Rates
Cost
Contingency
20%-40%
Payment Methods
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Colorado for 35 years
State: Colorado
Acquired: 1991
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Location
Chalat Hatten & Banker PC
1600 Broadway, Suite 1920, Denver, CO, 80202
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Posted by Lois | October 01, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Medical Malpractice
Legal Excellence with Compassion and Emapthy
When I had nearly given up all hope that I could ever find justice, after I had exhausted all the Medical Customer Protection sources I could find, Linda Chalat became aware of my struggle, contacted me, and gave me hope for the first time in nearly two years. She immediately took the burden of worr...
Linda Jane Chalat's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Chalat always gives excellent advice to the members of Avvo and is a true credit to the legal community. It is obvious from her responses that she is a skilled personal injury attorney, who I would not hesitate to refer clients to retain."
"My work with Ms. Chalat was pleasant and productive. She was very accessible and professional. She possesses a wonderful combination of knowledge and approachability."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Mrs. Chalat is compassionate, and extremely knowledgeable in the law and in matters of science and engineering. An overall excellent attorney."
Michael Thomson
Personal injury lawyer
Thomas Overton
Litigation lawyer
Evan Banker
Personal injury lawyer
James Chalat
Personal injury lawyer
Russell Hatten
Personal injury lawyer
Experience
Honors
2017
Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers
2016
Best Lawyers, U.S. News & World Report
2015
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers
2014
Top Atorneys in Colorado, The Denver Post
2013
Top 50 Women Colorado Super Lawyers, Colorado Super Lawyers
2012
Top 50 Women Colorado Super Lawyers, Colorado Super Lawyers
2011
Professional Woman of the Year, American Bar Association (National Association of Women)
2009
Jane Hammond Award, Jeffco PTA
N/A
Colorado SuperLawyer, SuperLawyers (2011-2017)
Work Experience
1991 - Present
Partner/Shareholder, Chalat Hatten & Banker PC
Associations
American Bar Association
Member
Colorado Bar Association
Member
Denver Bar Association
Member
Association of Trial Lawyers of America
Member
Colorado Trial Lawyers Association
Member
American Association for Justice
Member
Sample of Legal Cases
C.D. v P.K., a minor
$700,000.00 settlement reached.
HINTZ v. TIMMONS
Confidential settlement
FEARNEYHOUGH v MAGIC CARPET
Confidential settlement during trial.
Education
1989
University of Denver College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1983
Colorado School of Mines
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2014
Colorado Trial Lawyers Annual Conference
Climate Change in Personal Injury Practice
2009
Ethics Hot Topics: Internet Marketing, Attorney’s Fees and Attorney Fee Agreements
Internet Marketing and Ethics
2007
Colorado Bar Association/CLE Seminar
The Business of Practicing Law
2006
WEST FindLaw Webinar
Focused Marketing of Multiple Practice Areas
2003
Colorado Trial Lawyers Association Annual Conference
Trial Advocacy Program - Ethics Section
2001
Continuing Legal Education Conference
Ethics 2001
2001
Colorado Bar Association/CLE Seminar
Preventing Legal Malpractice 2001
Publications
2015
Law Week Colorado
Trends for 2015
2014
Law Week Colorado
Women in Law, Women's Round Table
2011
The Safety Report
Hazing: When the Whole Team Bullies
2011
The Safety Report
Avoiding the Hazards While White Water Rafting
2001
Trial (American Association for Justice)
Ski law for beginners, intermediates and experts.
2001
Trial Talk
Restitution in Criminal Actions: Consideration for Civil Trial Lawyers
1999
Trial Lawyer
The Nine Commandments of Malpractice Prevention (Co-author)
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
Does anyone do small claims cases in Fort Collins, Co?
09 Jul 2012
Q&A
Can I sue someone that burglarized my home?
08 Dec 2011
Q&A
How do I find out who trying to sue me?
30 Jul 2011