Samantha Taylor Ivy

Samantha Taylor Ivy

also known as Taylor Ivy

5.0
Rating: 8.8

Licensed for 9 years

Appeals Lawyer at Denver, CO
Practice Areas: Appeals, Criminal Defense

1600 Broadway, Suite 1200, Denver, CO

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Licenses

Licensed in Colorado for 9 years

State: Colorado

Acquired: 2016

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Location

Springer & Steinberg, PC

1600 Broadway, Suite 1200, Denver, CO, 80202

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Samantha Taylor Ivy's Reviews

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Posted by Mati | March 14, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Honest review of services received

I'm going to try and refrain from writing an essay about ms. Ivy's representation, but it truly needs an essay to properly relay the true level of dedication, effort and professionalism portrayed by her in my case. Ms. Ivy took my case which was considered a little short of impossible to secure a fav...orable outcome by legal standards, and of which I was constantly reminded of by other lawyers. but I thank God all mighty and all wise for placing my case in such a professional, hard working, dedicated, smart and admirable lawyers hands. I myself was resigned to the unfavorable outcome as I knew it was a little short of impossible to win my case, but at trial it became appearant that ms. Ivy was more then prepared for the prosecution and the judges line of question and thinking. The documents presented were over whelming, the research conducted was overwhelming the legal precedence presented was undeniable and at the end God blessed us with a win. I really am trying to refrain from going on and on as to my admiration and greatfulness to ms. Ivy but I hope this review gives a small glimpse as to the beautiful and dedicated, professional soul that happens to be ms. Ivy Kind regards Mati

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Samantha Taylor Ivy's Lawyer Endorsements

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Scott Hammersley

Unknown lawyer | May 26

Relationship: Co-worker

"Taylor is a terrific attorney. She is an outstanding writer. Taylor uses her strong writing skills to be a stellar advocate for her clients. She is a wonderful attorney to work with as she provides insights and ideas that have helped to strengthen my work and made me a better advocate for my clients. Taylor is a great attorney and it is always a pleasure to work with her."

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Nicholas Battey

Appeals lawyer | Mar 15

Relationship: Co-worker

"Taylor is a gifted appellate advocate. Her deep knowledge of the law, zealous advocacy for her clients, and effective writing are evident in her excellent work and many successes on behalf of her clients on appeal. My own work has greatly benefited from working with her and getting her insights on cases."

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Heidi Tripp

Unknown lawyer | Mar 03

Relationship: Co-worker

"Taylor is a passionate attorney who represents each of her clients with gusto. She approaches every case with diligence and dedication. Taylor's appellate briefs are always written persuasively and clearly to effectively advocate for her clients. Her understanding of even the most complicated aspects of the law constantly amazes me. I always appreciate an opportunity to work with her."

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Mary Zhang

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 18

Relationship: Co-worker

"Taylor works with passion, dedication, and stamina when representing her clients. She has a talent for pinpointing the best arguments to make for her clients. I respect her work ethic and work product very much."

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Mattson Smith

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 06

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Ms. Ivy consulted with me on a week long criminal trial, helping to craft legal arguments and creating a record on appeal. She is a brilliant attorney, and her arguments were well received by the Court. In fact, when I tried to paraphrase her arguments, the Court would often begin to rule against my client, however, when I used her words, the Court would change course, and side for the defense. She is diligent in her work, prompt in her communication, and exemplary in her legal knowledge."

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Matthew Fredrickson

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 23

Relationship: Co-worker

"I have worked with Ms. Ivy on a number of cases and her passion is unmatched. She presents her arguments clearly and with power. She also truly wants to see her clients receive the best possible outcome while constantly fighting to change the system for the better. Her dedication is awe inspiring."

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Tara Jorfald

Appeals lawyer | Mar 16

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Taylor is fierce in and outside the courtroom. She is a zealous advocate that will not be walked over. She is also the best legal writer that I have ever met. I would not hesitate to recommend her to anyone."

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Elisa Overall

Appeals lawyer | Mar 08

Relationship: Co-worker

"Taylor is a skilled and passionate advocate for her clients. She can take the hardest case and turn it inside out to find all her client's meritorious claims. She is articulate, graceful, and razor-sharp in the courtroom. Her written advocacy reflects a true art of persuasion. Any defendant with Taylor on their side should consider themselves lucky to have such an intrepid and skilled attorney fighting for them."

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Antony Noble

Appeals lawyer | Mar 08

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"Taylor is a fierce advocate for her clients on appeal and in postconviction proceedings. She has excellent legal reasoning and writing skills and she is dedicated to representing people convicted of criminal offenses regardless of who they are or what they have been accused of doing."

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Jennifer Longtin

Criminal defense lawyer

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Nicholas Battey

Criminal defense lawyer

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Heidi Tripp

Appeals lawyer

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Mary Zhang

Appeals lawyer

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Mattson Smith

Criminal defense lawyer

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Matthew Fredrickson

Criminal defense lawyer

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Tara Jorfald

Criminal defense lawyer

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Elisa Overall

Appeals lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.8 (Excellent)

Work Experience

2023 - Present

Attorney, Springer & Steinberg, PC

2016 - 2016

Adjunct Instructor of Political Science, Community College of Denver

2016 - 2016

Legal Extern, Prisoners' Justice League of Colorado

2016 - 2023

Attorney, The Noble Law Firm, LLC

2014 - 2015

Student Attorney in the Criminal Defense Clinic, University Of Denver Sturm College Of Law

2014 - 2014

Volunteer Summer Intern, Office Of The Colorado State Public Defender

Associations

2017 - Present

Faculty of Federal Advocates Civil Pro Bono Panel

Member

2016 - Present

Colorado Criminal Defense Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

People v. A.V.

Felony theft conviction reversed and remanded for re-sentencing on petty offense.

People v. D.R.

Conviction and sentence vacated on special offender count, reversed and remanded for re-sentencing.

People v. T.G.

Convictions reversed, remanded for new trial.

People v. T.S.

Order reversed and case remanded.

People v. M.V.W.

Order reversed and case remanded.

People v. J.H.

Order granting relief affirmed.

People v. D.B.

Order affirmed in part, vacated in part, and case remanded.

People v. J.H.

Convictions and sentences vacated.

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Education

2016

University of Denver Sturm College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2015

Downing College, University of Cambridge

International Law - Summer Program

2012

University of Mississippi

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2019

In Pursuit of a More Perfect Union: 2019 Inaugural Civil Rights Summit

Maintaining Your Client's Humanity in the Criminal Justice System

2018

Annual Firm Retreat

Record Preservation and Standards of Appellate Review

Languages

English

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