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Luke W. McConnell
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Biography
Luke W. McConnell is an experienced trial attorney and civil litigator who has been fighting for people’s rights his entire career. Luke has been a criminal defense attorney for more than 16 years and a civil litigator for more than 10 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.
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.
Practice Areas
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Fees and Rates
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Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Colorado for 17 years
State: Colorado
Acquired: 2008
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Location
Weatherly McConnell, LLC
1775 Sherman Street, Suite 1650, Denver, CO, 80203
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Posted by Mike | September 17, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
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 f...
Posted by anonymous | February 09, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
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 l...
Posted by Jessica | January 18, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
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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 le...
Luke W. McConnell's Lawyer Endorsements
"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."
"Luke is a smart, professional, and thorough lawyer with significant trial experience. I endorse this lawyer."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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"
"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."
"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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Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyer
2021
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2020
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2019
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2019
Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers
2018
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2017
Top 40 Under 40--Criminal Defense, The National Trial Lawyers Association
Work Experience
2025 - Present
Owner, Weatherly McConnell, LLC
2023 - 2024
Partner, Civil Rights Litigation Group
2018 - 2023
Attorney, Mulligan Breit McConnell, LLC
2014 - 2018
Owner, Law Office of Luke McConnell, LLC
2008 - 2014
Deputy Public Defender, Colorado State Public Defender
Associations
2015 - Present
Faculty of Federal AdvocatesMember
2013 - Present
Colorado Bar AssociationMember
2013 - Present
Colorado Criminal Defense Bar AssociationMember
2016 - 2019
Colorado Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
People v. Jane Doe
case dismissed
People v. John Doe
Case dismissed
Education
2008
University of Oregon
JD
2004
Whittier College
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2016
COCCA Training
Expert Witnesses in COCCA Cases
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers