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With a decade of courtroom experience, Melissa Segers brings a client-centered, compassionate approach to criminal defense. After earning degrees from Duke University and Colorado Law, she served as a trial attorney with the Colorado State Public Defender’s Office in Denver County, where she received top-tier litigation training and handled numerous complex cases. Melissa has successfully defended clients in over 50 trials and hundreds of hearings involving charges such as homicide, robbery, sexual assault, controlled substance violations, and more. Her advocacy extends to both adult and juvenile cases, and she is recognized for her fierce commitment—described by peers as a “bulldog” in the courtroom. Melissa’s experience in Denver County’s treatment courts gives her unique insight into cases involving substance abuse. She has earned accolades, including Top 40 Under 40 and Top 100 Criminal Defense Attorney, and maintains active memberships with leading legal organizations in Colorado. Recognized for her integrity, compassion, and relentless defense of constitutional rights, Melissa Segers is committed to guiding her clients toward the best possible outcomes.
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14 years
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State: Colorado
Acquired: 2011
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39 Client Reviews
Showing 6 - 10 of 11 reviews | Compassion
Posted by Louis | November 14, 2024
Exceptional experience
I had a consultation with Melissa that was the measure to what I shall now hold any future lawyer consultations to. I felt from the first moment her and I spoke that she had a genuine care for my circumstances and would tackle anything and everything necessary in order to get things straightened out...
Posted by anonymous | February 26, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Offered 8 years in DOC, Melissa got me probation.
I knew I needed a good lawyer. I contacted 3 different attorneys and two of them spent 5 minutes on the phone with me. And then quoted me thousands for just a basic retainer. Melissa invited me to her office and spent an hour with me going over my case. Her retainer was reasonable, and when I ...
Posted by Denise | August 28, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Family
Exceptional
From the moment we met with Melissa, we knew she was the right person to represent our son. She listened to our situation, did not pass judgement, and was very honest with us. She helped us understand our rights and our son's rights. Melissa is authentic in her approach and her communication. It ...
Posted by Tyson | October 12, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Pursuing Justice
Melissa is one of the best trial lawyers if not the best in all of the Denver Metro area. She fought incredibly hard to win my case at trial and succeeded despite the Jefferson County courts and District Attorney’s best attempts. Melissa cares about absolute justice and will not give up or give in. S...
Posted by anonymous | February 24, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Honest and persistent
Melissa was extremely honest in letting us know what she could accomplish with the charges and things she didn't think she could get the parole board to change. She was easy to contact and was patient with us during a very stressful situation. We couldn't have had a better outcome . We appreciated he...
"Melissa is a hard-working, dedicated advocate for her clients. You want her in your corner! I have had the joy of working with her on multiple occasions, and am always impressed by her attention to detail and level of care for clients. When I refer clients to Melissa, I hear nothing but good things about the way she handled their case, communicated with them, and presented herself in court. I highly recommend Melissa!"
"Melissa is among the smartest, most effective, and passionate criminal defense attorneys I know. She comes to court with a superior knowledge of the case and her client that gets results. This review is based on my direct experience working with Melissa on difficult and complex cases."
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Client's Choice, Avvo
2024
Client's Choice, Avvo
2023
Client's Choice, Avvo
2021
Top 100 Criminal Defense Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2021
Top 10 Criminal Defense Attorneys, Attorney and Practice Magazine
2020
Top 40 Under 40, National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys
2021 - Present
Owner-Attorney, Segers Law, LLC
2017 - 2021
Attorney, O'malley Law Office
2011 - 2017
Attorney, Colorado Public Defender's Office - Denver
2025 - Present
Colorado WOLF AssociationMember
2018 - Present
ALIGHT - Empowering Human Trafficking SurvivorsVolunteer
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JD - Juris Doctor
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BA - Bachelor of Arts