Melissa Sommer Segers

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Melissa Sommer Segers

5.0
Rating: 9.0

Licensed for 14 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Denver, CO
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Juvenile

899 N. Logan St., Suite 208, Denver, CO

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About Melissa

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 50%

Areas of Expertise: Assault; Domestic Violence; Drugs; DUI; Forgery; Sex crimes; Protection Orders; Theft; Trespass...if it's a crime, I'll defend you!

14 years

50%
DUI and DWI 25%

25%
Juvenile Law 25%

25%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2025 2024 2023
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+ 1

Licenses

Licensed in Colorado for 14 years

State: Colorado

Acquired: 2011

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Segers Law, LLC

899 N. Logan St., Suite 208, Denver, CO, 80203

segers.law/

Melissa Sommer Segers's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

39 Client Reviews

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Posted by Vanessa | October 27, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Family

Best Experience

I am writing this review to express my sincere gratitude for Melissa's outstanding work during my child's recent legal matter. Throughout this challenging time, Melissa has been absolutely amazing. My child felt comfortable with her from day one, which was incredibly reassuring. I truly appreciate...d Melissa's upfront, firm, and kind approach. She clearly explained the circumstances to my son while maintaining a sense of hope, which made a significant difference. I have already recommended Melissa's services to friends and will continue to do so. Melissa is an excellent attorney, and I am deeply grateful for her dedication and expertise. Sincerely, Vanessa

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 ...was very clear to us what steps we needed to take and how to go about the processes. Melissa made us feel valued and human, especially our son. She connected us with the right resources and our son has thrived because of it. We are extremely thankful for her services.

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Katelyn Ridenour

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 06

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"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!"

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Charles Nicholas

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 03

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"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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Experience

Rating:  9.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

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

Work Experience

2021 - Present

Owner-Attorney, Segers Law, LLC

2017 - 2021

Attorney, O'malley Law Office

2011 - 2017

Attorney, Colorado Public Defender's Office - Denver

Associations

2025 - Present

Colorado WOLF Association

Member

2018 - Present

ALIGHT - Empowering Human Trafficking Survivors

Volunteer

Colorado Bar Association

Colorado Criminal Defense Bar

Colorado Juvenile Defender Center

National Association of Drug Court Professionals

Education

N/A

University of Colorado School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

N/A

Duke University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

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