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Luke W. McConnell

Criminal defense Attorney at Denver, CO

5.0   14 reviews
  • Licensed for 14 years
    State CO
    Acquired 2008
    Status
    Active No misconduct found

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

About Luke

Learn Luke’s areas of practice.

3
Practice areas
  1. Criminal defense
    55%
    I have been a criminal defense attorney for more than 14 years and practice in State and Federal court. I have tried more than 95 jury trials and handle all manner of cases.

    14 years, 2,700 cases

  2. Civil rights
    40%
    The core of what we do at the Civil Rights Litigation Group is fight for our clients's civil rights. My criminal law experience and trial experience are an integral part of that effort.

  3. Personal injury
    5%
    I take select personal injuries.

Luke W. McConnell is an experienced trial attorney and litigator who joined the Civil Rights Litigation Group in 2023 to further the firm’s mission of fighting for people’s rights. Luke has been a criminal defense attorney for more than 14 years and a civil litigator for more than 9 years. Luke has tried over 95 jury trials, and he brings a wealth of sophisticated litigation and trial experience to all of the cases he works on. Luke handles cases in every jurisdiction in Colorado as well as the federal District of Colorado and has been responsible for millions of dollars in civil judgments for his clients throughout his career. Luke has particularized expertise in handling cases involving mental health, which is an issue he is very passionate about. Luke chairs the criminal defense section of the law firm, and his immense trial experience is an essential asset to the firm’s civil rights litigation.

Outside of work, Luke enjoys cooking, ski mountaineering, racing road bikes, mountain biking, hiking, reading, DYI projects, traveling and spending time with family and friends.

 

Outside of work, Luke pursues many interests. These include biking, running, hiking, skiing, climbing, cooking, reading, music, and spending time with friends.

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Reviews

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Posted by Zak | November 23, 2021
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Thank you Luke, you are amazing.
Luke McConnell is an amazing human being and an excellent defense attorney. I cannot say enough about this man and his many facets of excellence. I was facing serious felony charges that were setting me up for a minimum of 10 years and upto 30 years in prison. Unfortunately, I had initially hired an attorney that proved to be extremely incompetent, and was not able to make any headway with the prosecuting deputy district attorney. When it seemed like the walls were closing in and that I was certain to be sentenced to jail, I managed to look up Luke online where I read great reviews about his practice. I was especially pleased to find out that one of Luke's areas of criminal defense practice specialized in mental health cases which happened to be the central theme in my criminal case ( I was suffering a complete mental breakdown when I committed the crimes). I immediately switched to Luke McConnell after he heard my case and was willing to represent me. Right away in working with Luke, I noticed how extremely diligent he was in listening to what I had to say, understanding all the nuances and complexities of the case, as well as having extreme empathy and compassion for what I was going through. He truly stepped in at a time where I was extremely stressed out and practically incapable of doing anything for myself. In working with me and representing my case, he shouldered all of the burden and provided great counsel and emotional support to help me get through. Luke was methodical, well organized, and had a clear plan of how he wanted to approach the deputy district attorney and construct my defense. Luke did an amazing job and guided me every step along the way as we went from one hearing to the next in my case, each time making favorable progress in my defense. Luke was always ahead of the curve and able to anticipate all the moves made by the prosecution. In the end he was able to construct my mental health related defense and was able to provide the prosecution with the adequate documentation so as to have my charges reduce to misdemeanors. Because of Luke and his amazing defense attorney skills, I was able to avoid going to jail. I ended up receiving out of state probation as part of a plea deal with the DAs office. I would also like to add how electronically savvy Luke is- he is readily available via email and is very responsive. He quickly calls you back when you reach out to him at his office. His ease of availability puts the mind at ease. He electronically submitted supporting defense documentation to the judge ahead of my sentencing hearing so as to provide me with the opportunity to allow the judge to review favorable material without interference from the prosecution. Like I said in the beginning, Luke is an exceptional human being who is highly intelligent and has a great big heart. Even though my case is settled, we still remain in touch and he still checks in on me from time to time to make sure I am progressing well. Luke, thank you for everything you have done for my family and I- I do not have to words to express my gratitude and cannot thank you enough. I believe I have gotten a second chance at life because of you. Thank you.
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Posted by Mike | September 17, 2021
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Amazing!
Luke is one of the most outstanding and professional lawyers I could of ever met. I am facing my first big case and throughout the process he has kept me informed and fought for nothing but the best for me. When it comes to hard work, he excels and goes above and beyond! I am very grateful for Luke for everything! 10/10 times I would recommend him to any person facing a hard time and in need of professional assistance!
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Posted by anonymous | March 24, 2021
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Life saver!
First time I ever needed a lawyer in my life and Luke at Mulligan Breit McConnell made my experience as smooth as possible! Luke was very understanding of my situation and was not only professional but was very personable making my whole experience as comfortable as possible! I don't know what I would have done with out him.
Posted by James | March 19, 2021
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
You'll be in good hands
Luke was extremely helpful in my case. I am very happy with my decision to use him fair pricing and he helped take a lot of stress off my plate and keep me organized with what steps to take next he is very organized and to the point exactly what I needed
Posted by Lee | September 11, 2020
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Good Quality, Best Value, Professional, Responsive
I was extremely fortunate to be referred to Luke McConnell by another attorney. After our initial conversation I was reluctant to retain him since he had never filed a motion for early termination of supervised release. Finding an attorney that sincerely has your best interest at heart is extremely difficult. However, choosing Luke was the best decision I have ever made. He worked tirelessly on my behalf, stayed in constant contact by phone and email, and my motion was exceptionally represented. I genuinely believe his hard work and research was a determining factor in my motion being granted. I would highly recommend Luke for anyone's legal needs. Lee
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Posted by Yvonne | February 7, 2020
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Great lawyer for complex issues
Luke helped me navigate the complexities of my car accident case. He had to deal with multiple insurance companies and medical facilities, including legal jurisdictions. We appreciated his expertise and persistence.
Posted by Nikki | February 5, 2020
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
He took the case when no one else would and won.
My dad was in jail for a minor parole violation and was obviously about to be sent back to prison. I begged Mr. McConnell to help us and he took the case. He asked for a continuance, had us get letters from everyone we could think of vouching for my dad's character, honesty, etc and then got the parole board to see that my father was a real person and that decision to send him back would not be appropriate in this case. Thanks to Luke, they released him.
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Posted by anonymous | March 12, 2019
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Luke is an honest & hardworking attorney
Sure appreciated Luke's temperament from start to finish with our case. We were dealing with an absolute unrealistic opposing legal team. Luke 'ALWAYS' remained collected, professional and really knew when to put it into 4WD and win the case. This was a case where kids were involved and Luke was very compassionate and understanding. I would highly recommended Luke. He sure is a 'Rockstar' of an attorney. If you are looking for an 'HONEST' attorney that is well respected in the legal community, Luke is the guy!
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Posted by Anthony | October 14, 2016
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Luke Mcconnell was fearless and really came through for my defense!
The law office of Luke Mcconnell was nothing but a blessing to me and my family. His attention to detail and his quick attack on the facts was the deciding factor in getting all my charges dismissed. Great attorney who really cares.
Posted by anonymous | February 8, 2016
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Case dismissed
Luke is a highly intelligent and skilled lawyer. It was my first time ever being involved in a criminal case and from beginning to end he made sure my case was a priority. He made sure I was comfortable with how things would proceed and completely honest about the possible outcomes. I was in the loop the entire time and never felt like my suggestions were not taken into consideration. He stayed on top of the case with the District Attorney's office to get things resolved as quickly as possible. He filed all the necessary documents so when we did sit in front of the judge for my first appearance one of the charges was dismissed before we left the courtroom. He overwhelmed the Assistant DA with the Regulatory Laws specific to my case, which resulted in the dismissal of the other charges. He fought fast and efficiently to end the situation with the best possible outcome. There was never a point throughout the entire ordeal where I doubted his abilities.
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Posted by Ted | January 20, 2016
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Professional and highly recommended
Luke has been a blessing for both my family and I. With an unfortunate bump in the road, Luke has been a shining star throughout a difficult experience. Not only has he put forth multiple hours with his attention to detail, but he fought for my rights in the court of law to ensure my future for both my family and I. Words cannot show enough gratitude for what Luke has done for me and I would recommend him to anyone looking for excellent representation. I look forward to using you again in the future Luke!
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Posted by Terri Pelham | January 20, 2016
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Won't be caught of guard
Luke McConnell joined the existing defense attorney, in my son's high profile criminal case, after proceedings had begun. Any concerns I had about that were quickly put to rest as he was able to come up to speed on the case very quickly and represented the case like he had been there from the start. Even when things were thrown his way in court that he had not be properly advised of by the prosecution, he still managed to counter those surprises quickly and effectively. With only a few moments to review the content, he was able to proceed as if he had be given weeks to prepare. His direct and cross examination techniques are very professional and effective. He is a very "matter of fact" attorney and will not waste your time. He shows compassion and relates to his clients on a personal level. When he see's that there is something wrong in the justice system, he gets involved to seek change, beyond his regular practice. I have no doubt he will succeed in improving the criminal justice system.
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Posted by Elizabeth | January 19, 2016
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
| Consulted Attorney
Impressive
Within the brief meeting I had with Luke we were able to come to a reasonable solution to the problem I was facing. He was very thorough and quick in handling my case.
Posted by Jessica | January 18, 2016
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Sharing our experience
We had the pleasure of working with Luke who represented my husband in a complex criminal case. From day one, he was very professional, communicative and compassionate to our situation. He explained everything in detail and answered all questions completely. He turned around any calls or emails in less than 24 hrs and always kept us updated on the status of the case. He was very understanding of our family situation and demonstrated compassion making him 'humanlike' and not making us feel like we were just another case. He fought for our best interest and was very persistent with his negotiations to ensure we received the best outcome. We were completely satisfied with his work. I would recommend Luke to friends or relatives and would use him again if needed.
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Cost

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  • Free Consultation 30 minutes
Payment methods
Cash, Check, Credit Card

Resume

AVVO RATING 10.0 (Superb)

Work Experience

  • Attorney
  • Mulligan Breit McConnell, LLC
  • 2018 - Present
  • Owner
  • Law Office of Luke McConnell, LLC
  • 2014 - 2018
  • Deputy Public Defender
  • Colorado State Public Defender
  • 2008 - 2014

Education

  • University of Oregon
  • JD
  • 2008
  • Whittier College
  • BA - Bachelor of Arts
  • 2004

Legal Cases

  • People v. Jane Doe
  • case dismissed
  • People v. John Doe
  • Case dismissed

Associations

  • Faculty of Federal Advocates
  • Member
  • 2015 - Present
  • Colorado Bar Association
  • Member
  • 2013 - Present
  • Colorado Criminal Defense Bar Association
  • Member
  • 2013 - Present
  • Colorado Trial Lawyers Association
  • Member
  • 2016 - 2019
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Languages Spoken

  • English

Honors and Awards

  • Super Lawyer
  • Super Lawyer
  • 2022
  • Rising Star
  • Super Lawyers
  • 2021
  • Rising Star
  • SuperLawyers
  • 2020
  • Rising Star
  • Super Lawyers
  • 2019
  • Top 40 Under 40
  • National Trial Lawyers
  • 2019
  • Rising Star
  • Super Lawyers
  • 2018
  • Top 40 Under 40--Criminal Defense
  • The National Trial Lawyers Association
  • 2017
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Speaking Engagements

  • COCCA Training
  • Expert Witnesses in COCCA Cases
  • 2016

Attorney endorsements

Received (8)
Given (5)
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Criminal defense Attorney | Mar 13
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"Luke is a hard working and dedicated lawyer who strives for the best resolution for his clients. In the courtroom, Luke is known for his detailed preparation and willingness to stand strong against an overreaching prosecution."
Criminal defense Attorney | Jan 05
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Luke is a smart, professional, and thorough lawyer with significant trial experience. I endorse this lawyer."
Criminal defense Attorney | Jun 02
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"Luke McConnell is an excellent attorney with extensive trial experience and an extraordinary talent for creative pretrial litigation. He is totally committed to his clients and gets them great outcomes."
Criminal defense Attorney | Jan 20
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Luke McConnell is an excellent attorney. I have known and worked with Mr. McConnell for over five years. He is intelligent, thoughtful, and passionate in his practice. Mr. McConnell is willing to work hard for each of his clients and will thoroughly investigate and prepare each case. He is the epitome of professional - he promptly answers phone calls, maintains consistent contact with clients, he is prepared for meetings and court appearances. Mr. McConnell has a great reputation in the court room. I highly recommend Mr. McConnell."
Criminal defense Attorney | Jan 20
Relationship: Friend
"I have had the pleasure of working in close proximity with Luke over the past few years. He has all of the attributes of a great trial lawyer: intelligent, hard-working, experienced and personable. He always goes to the mat for his clients. I can recommend and endorse Luke without hesitation."
Criminal defense Attorney | Jan 14
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Luke is a results driven trial attorney who works tirelessly on behalf of his clients. He achieves tremendous outcomes for those whom he represents. Luke's experience, skill set, and work ethic places him in an elite group within the criminal defense field"
Criminal defense Attorney | Nov 24
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"Luke is a sharp, efficient, skilled and hard-working lawyer. Luke had a great reputation coming out of the public defender's office. He continues to demonstrate that he earned that fine reputation. Given his intelligence and work ethic, Luke will do a great job on any case."
Criminal defense Attorney | Nov 23
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"Mr. McConnell is a no nonsense, outcome-driven attorney. He has unmatched courtroom experience and advocacy skills and he will work tirelessly for his clients to achieve the right resolution to their case."
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Denver Criminal defense Lawyer Luke W. McConnell
Luke W. McConnell
Criminal defense Attorney
Denver, CO
Licensed for 14 years
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