Alaurice M Tafoya-Modi

Alaurice M Tafoya-Modi

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 32 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Denver, CO
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury

1775 Sherman St Ste 1650, Denver, CO

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Licenses

Licensed in Colorado for 32 years

State: Colorado

Acquired: 1993

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The Tafoya-Modi Law Firm, LLC

1775 Sherman St Ste 1650, Denver, CO, 80203-4300

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Alaurice M Tafoya-Modi's Reviews

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14 Client Reviews

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Posted by Kirstin | April 1, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Came through

So I really thought I’d be going to prison. I’d already paid over 13 grand to another attorney who quit right before trial. Then I was appointed Alaurice. Not only did she actually ask me questions, she stayed on me when I was trying to just avoid the whole thing. She took down so many details. She t...hen got my case dismissed which was an insane amount of relief. She’s awesome and I couldn’t thank her enough.

Posted by Susan | November 1, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

She knows exactly what to do

I had a criminal summons against me that was a misdemeanor but still very stressful. As soon as I retained Alaurice it was clear she knew the exact steps to get the charges dismissed. I was able to relax through the process and sure enough, she got the charges dismissed and sealed. I’m so impressed w...ith her abilities and so grateful. I’d recommend her to anyone who finds themselves in a legal jam.

Posted by Mercedes | April 12, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Case dismissed!

I had been charged with a misdemeanor and I went with Alaurice Tofoya-Modi. I am so glad I did because not only is her prices very reasonable, but she did a great job. She takes the time to talk to you and make you feel heard. She ended up getting my case dismissed! She is definitely a for the people... type of Attorney. Thank you Ms. Tofoya-Modi! I will always recommend her services!

Posted by Samantha | February 8, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

A gem in the PD Office!!

I was facing mandatory prison time for serious felonies and ms. Tafoya really went above and beyond to keep me out of jail and with my children. Thank you sooooo much

Posted by Dallas | October 1, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

The Real Deal

I was charged with 3 serious felonies and facing decades in prison. The Public Defenders Office suggested I make a guilty plea. The Public Defenders Office looked at me as future "state property"!! They did not have my best interest in mind. Aluarice Tafoya- Modi took the case . I wanted to go to t...rial. Aluarice treated me like a human being and an individual. She made me feel like an equal. Aluarice allowed me to make my own decisions concerning my case and my life. In addition, she did advise me of the possible consequences of my decisions and the possible outcome. Aluarice explained all aspects of the case and trial thoroughly. Mrs. Tafoya- Modi represented my case as if her life and liberty were being threatened! Aluarice Tafoya- Modi is an outstanding trial attorney. Actually, outstanding is an understatement . I say this because I was facing 10-32 years in prison. I was found not guilty at trial on all charges!! Aluarice Tafoya-Modi is the best trial attorney you will find. Aluarice Tafoya-Modi actually cares about her clients. Aluarice is very passionate about her profession and compassionate about her clients. Literally, Aluarice Tafoya-Modi helped save my life.

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Alaurice M Tafoya-Modi's Lawyer Endorsements

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Michelle Lazar

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 25

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"In my 20 plus years of knowing Alaurice, I have always been impressed with her knowledge, skill, compassion and drive. She is an excellent lawyer who makes brilliant arguments on behalf of her clients. I highly recommend her."

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Janene McCabe

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have served with Alaurice on the Colorado Criminal Defense Bar for several years. She is a talented lawyer with a strong reputation who gives back to her community. I highly recommend her."

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William Gardner

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 08

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I've worked with Ms. Tafoya-Modi on several legal matters and I have had the opportunity to see her in trial. Ms. Tafoya-Modi is a highly skilled, well prepared and successful attorney. I highly recommend Ms. Tofoya-Modi to anyone in need of legal counsel."

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Jennifer Longtin

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 02

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Alaurice cares very deeply about her clients. She is a dedicated advocate with a great body of experience in the field."

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Ali Ebrahimzadeh

Unknown lawyer | Jan 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Christopher Braddock

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have practiced with and watched Alaurice in trial for many years. You will not find a more aggressive, dedicated and overall truly outstanding criminal defense attorney.."

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Kevin Cahill

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Alaurice is one of the top defense attorneys in Colorado. She is a phenomenal trial attorney and fights tirelessly for all of her clients. I highly recommend her."

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Michael Evans

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 06

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2017

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2011

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

1990

Moot Court Best Advocate Award, Counsel on Legal Education Opportunity

Work Experience

2002 - Present

President, Tafoya-Modi Law Firm

1999 - 2002

Attorney, Buchanan Jurdem & Zulauf, PC

1993 - 1999

Trial Attorney, Colorado State Public Defender's Office

1992 - 1992

Law Clerk, Haddon, Morgan & Foreman, PC

Associations

2016 - Present

Colorado Criminal Defense Bar Association

Secretary

2014 - Present

Colorado Criminal Defense Bar Association

Board of Directors

2016 - 2017

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2014 - 2015

Colorado Hispanic Bar Association

2009 - 2015

Colorado Commission on Criminal and Juvenile Justice

Commissioner

2008 - 2010

CU Hispanic Alumni Association

Board Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Burglary

Case Dismissed

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Education

1993

University of Colorado School of Law

J.D.

1990

University of Colorado - Boulder

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2016

Storytelling for the People in Power: Persuasive Negotiation and Sentencing Practice

The Power of Negotiating Ethically: Avoiding Ethical Pitfalls While Plea Bargaining

2015

Storytelling for the People in Power: Persuasive Negotiation and Sentencing Practice

Visual story Telling: Videos for Sentencing

Languages

English

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