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Mr. Jones spent much of his youth in Alabama and attained his B.A.
from Auburn University where his father taught for many years. After college, he moved to Colorado where he obtained his J.D. from the University of Denver, College of Law.
In law school, Mr. Jones focused his efforts in the area of trial practice. He was extremely active in Moot Court routinely representing his law school in mock trial competitions all over the nation. In 1995, he won American Bar Associations Regional Trial Competition and throughout law school he was frequently awarded "Best Oralist" for his performances and received the American Jurisprudence Award for Trial Advocacy.
After law school, Mr. Jones committed eleven years with the Colorado State Public Defender's Office where he tried well over fifty cases to a jury. Mr. Jones' trial record with the Public Defender's Office was remarkable have achieved outright acquittals in nearly half of the cases he tried. While with the Public Defender's Office, Mr. Jones established himself as a teacher and was responsible for training less experienced lawyers. Mr. Jones started his own practice in 2008 and continues to guest speak at law schools and lecture on all aspects of trial practice.
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Posted by anonymous | December 25, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
A thorough, knowledgeable, dedicated attorney
When a family member was accused of a crime, David Jones came highly recommended. His level of knowledge and experience was evident during our consult; I decided that he was the right attorney for the case. I hope that this will be the only time we require his services, but I see that my confidence w...
Posted by anonymous | May 08, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
He saved our lives
David was compassionate, listened well, was truthful about what to expect, yet gave us confidence throughout our 2.5 year ordeal. He is very knowledgeable and spent time personally preparing our defense and pursuing every detail. His trial demeanor, insight into jury and witness selection, and abi...
Posted by Arnold | September 23, 2014 | Criminal Defense
David R. Jones Review
I interviewed 5 criminal defense lawyers that were recommended to me by a retired attorney with over 20 years experience in the Public Defenders office. I sent my case information to all 5 prior to a scheduled appointment to interview each. David was the only one who had read my case information an...
Posted by anonymous | September 17, 2014 | Lawsuits & Disputes
5 Star Rating For D. R. Jones
D. R. Jones represented a loved one and recently won the case before it came to trail. The extensive knowledge, care, and insight that went into the case was of the utmost professionalism and ultimately won the case. I highly recommend D. R. Jones to any prospective client and trust that he will give...
"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with, and around, David Jones since 2003. He is a very strong trial lawyer, and one of the best there is. He is highly skilled, very compassionate and always conscientious about delivering the best representation possible. Every time."
"I spent several years working on the opposite of Mr. Jones when I was prosecutor and he a Public Defender. He is one of the best defense attorneys I know. Not only is well prepared and an exceptional trial lawyer, in addition, he spends a lot of time thinking through his cases and strategies. No case is too big for him."
"I endorse this lawyer, I have know David Jones for 20 years and worked with him at the Public Defenders office in both Colorado Springs and in Jefferson County. I know him to be a man that will stand up for his clients and fight to the end for them!"
"Mr. Jones is a dedicated, skilled and highly effective lawyer. He works very hard, not simply to develop the legal case and defense, but to respond to his clients and establish good relationships with them. He is knowledgable in the law, and in how to successfully defend his clients. I highly endorse him as an attorney."
"David R. Jones has established himself over his twenty year career as one of Colorado's very best criminal defense attorneys. Having won dozens of trails from DUI to first degree murder, David has delivered significant verdicts for his clients across Colorado jurisdictions. Tenacious, smart and charismatic, Mr. Jones is a master at a achieving favorable settlements and a true warrior when trial litigation is necessary."
"David is an excellent attorney. He is dedicated and passionate about his work and his clients. He will always go the extra mile to make sure that his client is getting the best possible defense."
"I recently tried a case with David and his participation was invaluable. David is truly a fantastic trial lawyer. I would highly recommend him on any civil litigation or criminal matter."
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1996
Best Oralist, Regional Appellate Competition
1996
Best Oralist, 1996 ABA Regional Trial Competition
1996
American Jurisprudence Award - Trial Practice, University of Denver
2016 - Present
Partner, The Law Offices of Decker and Jones
2007 - 2016
Trial Attorney, The Law Offices of D.R. Jones
2002 - 2007
Senior Attorney, Jefferson County Public Defenders Office
1998 - 2002
Trial Attorney, El Paso County Public Defenders Office
1996 - 1998
Trial Attorney, Arapahoe County Public Defenders Office
1994 - 1996
Intern, Jefferson County Public Defenders Office
2016 - Present
Jefferson County Criminal Justice Coordinating Committee1st Judicial Bar - Criminal Defense Representative
2007 - Present
Colorado Criminal Defense Bar AssociationMember
2007 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2007 - Present
Jefferson County Bar AssociationMember
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1996
JD - Juris Doctor
1992
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2014
Contemporary Criminal Defense Practice
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