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Michael A Faye
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Biography
Michael Faye is among the most accomplished criminal defense attorneys practicing in Colorado. Throughout his career, Mr. Faye has earned a reputation as a highly skilled, fearless, and dedicated trial attorney who has achieved a high rate of success for his clients.
Michael was licensed to practice law in 2003 and began his career with the Colorado State Public Defenders Office as a trial attorney. During his 8 years as a Colorado State Public Defender, Michael developed a reputation as someone who has a passion for working with and on behalf of his clients. He quickly became a highly respected and skilled trial attorney, earning hundreds of not guilty verdicts for his clients. In 2011 Michael went into private practice. He continues to successfully represent his clients in Municipal, State, and U.S. Federal Court. A highly skilled trial advocate, Michael prides himself on his aggressive motions practice and has been able to get evidence suppressed in numerous cases based on illegal police conduct. Michael currently focuses on a wide variety of criminal cases and currently represents people charged with anything from First Degree Murder, Sexual Assault, Drug Crimes, Assaults, Violent Crimes, Financial Crimes to Traffic Offenses.
Michael’s experience level in the criminal defense world is second to none. No case is too big or too small for him to defend. Due to his vast experience and contacts within the criminal law community, he is able to offer honest advice and second to none representation. If you are being investigated or already charged with a crime, the first person you need to call is Michael Faye
Practice Areas
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Practice Area
Criminal Defense
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23 years | 8,000 cases
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Licensed in Colorado for 22 years
State: Colorado
Acquired: 2003
No misconduct found
Location
The Faye Law Firm, PC
427 W. 13th Avenue, Denver, CO, 80204
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Michael A Faye's Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | March 23, 2015 | Criminal Defense
Serious Traffic Accident Defense
Mr. Faye has all of the technical skills of a great attorney, but most importantly his integrity and personal skills are second to none. He was knowledgeable about my case from the very get go, which was understandable given his unbeatable professional experience. He was able to explain how the pro...
Michael A Faye's Lawyer Endorsements
"I have known Mike for a long time. He is a well respected lawyer in the community. Mike Faye is a renown trial lawyer."
"I strongly endorse Mike Faye as an aggressive, skilled and persuasive trial attorney. I had the privilege of working with Mr. Faye on serious criminal matters and was always impressed with his work ethic trial skills. I would not hesitate to recommend him to any friends or family in need of a top notch criminal defense attorney!"
"I have known Michael for many years and find him to be bright, articulate, extremely compassionate, and quite competent. An attorney with good legal acumen and court room skills. I fully endorse this counsel."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Attorney Faye is a hard working, compassionate and client oriented advocates. I endorse this lawyer."
"Michael Faye is an incredible criminal defense attorney. When I was a prosecutor, he was an incredible advocate for his clients and a very difficult adversary in the courtroom. He is extremely knowledgable and a great litigator."
"Mike's skills as an attorney are superb! He is exceptionally talented and dedicated to his clients. I highly recommend him!"
"I strongly endorse Michael Faye. I know of no better criminal defense attorney. He is an effective, assertive advocate for his clients. Mr. Faye is known for his in depth knowledge of criminal law and court procedure, along with his sharp mind and quick tactical defenses in the courtroom. He is experienced with the most serious felony offenses, gives equal dedication to the small cases, and has an outstanding track record of success in the courtroom. Mr. Faye has years of litigation experience. I have seen him in courtrooms many times (hearings, jury trials, etc.). I have also seen him win time after time by being smarter and better than everyone else in the courtroom."
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Experience
Honors
2024
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2017
10 Best Attorney - Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
2016
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers
2012
Client's Choice, Avvo
2011
1st Degree Murder Not Guilty Club, Colorado State Public Defender
2010
1st Degree Murder Not Guilty Club, Colorado State Public Defender
Work Experience
2011 - Present
Attorney, The Law Firm of Glassman & Faye, PC
2003 - 2011
Attorney, Colorado State Public Defender
2002 - 2002
Felony Intern, Wisconsin State Public Defender
2001 - 2003
Law Clerk, Prison Legal Services of Michigan
1997 - 2000
Tester, Metropolitain Milwaukee Fair Housing Counsel
Associations
2012 - Present
Arapahoe County Bar Association
2003 - Present
Colorado Criminal Defense Bar
Sample of Legal Cases
People v. Confidential
Not Guilty All Counts
People v. Confidential
Not Guilty All Counts
People v. Confidential
Not Guilty All Counts
People v. Confidential
Not Guilty All Counts
People v. Confidential
Not Guilty All Counts
Education
2003
Michigan State University College of Law
Juris Doctor
2000
University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee
Bachelor of Arts
1996
New Berlin West High School
Speaking Engagements
2010
Colorado State Public Defender
Trial Strategies Training
2008
Colorado State Public Defender
Opening Statements Training
2007
Colorado State Public Defender
Impeachment Training
Publications
2024
CBS News Denver
Colorado Prosecutors Writing Inmates About DNA Evidence
2012
Out Front
Q & A with Glassman Faye & Levkulich, PC
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Is DNA in a steering wheel enough to convict me a lot of theft
04 May 2016
Q&A
How to file a motion to leave the country while on probation?
24 Nov 2012