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also known as M. Trent Trani
M. Trent Trani is an award winning, nationally ranked, DUI and criminal defense attorney based in Denver, Colorado. Mr. Trani has 20 years of experience representing clients charged with felony, misdemeanor, and DUI matters in Denver, state courts throughout Colorado, and select state jurisdictions throughout the United States.
Mr. Trani is known for his tenacious and aggressive trial skills, and his courtroom presence. It is his philosophy that meticulous preparation is a necessary component for trial excellence and success. He has successfully obtained Not Guilty verdicts in almost every state Court in Colorado including Denver District and County Courts, Arapahoe, Jefferson, Douglas, and Adams county district and county courts. He has successfully represented select clients throughout the U.S. Notably, a Not Guilty verdict in a very serious felony matter in the Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Court of Common Pleas.
In addition, Mr. Trani has successfully negotiated thousands of cases for clients in almost every jurisdiction in Colorado. He is respected by judges and prosecutors throughout the state.
Mr. Trani has successfully represented clients charged with:
Murder, Domestic Violence , DUI, Assault, Murder, Vehicular Homicide, Sex Assault, Rape, Sexual Assault on a Child, Possession of Drugs and other Controlled Substances, Child Abuse, Theft, White Collar Offenses, Manslaughter, Computer Crimes, and many other Felony and Misdemeanor violations of law.
Mr. Trani's work on many of these cases has garnered both local and national media attention from television programs such as The Today Show, Good Morning America, Hannity, and Dateline.
The Firm's offices are located in the Cherry Creek neighborhood of Denver, Colorado. The Firm represents people accused of criminal matters in Denver, all other Colorado jurisdictions, and Mr. Trani is available for select, specialized, services in all jurisdictions throughout the U.S.
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Posted by anonymous | February 20, 2024 | Hired Attorney
When our son was arrested for very serious charges, and facing the prospect of decades in prison, I called a family friend who is an attorney. He said that without hesitation, if his son were in a similar situation and his life depended on it, he would recommend Trent Trani. From our initial phon...
Posted by JOHN | June 8, 2023 | Hired Attorney
I had to take a few minutes to let everyone know just how great of a job Trent did on our injury case. My wife and I were in a horrible accident in 2021 and we received a recommendation to contact the Trani law firm and boy are glad we did. Trent and his staff helped us by taking care of everything w...
Posted by Steven | March 22, 2019 | Hired Attorney
I recently received a DUI and decided to ask Trent for representation because I’ve only heard the most positive things of him and his firm. He’s kept me fully informed on everything going on and doesn’t sugar coat anything. Anytime I’ve had any concern or question he’s quick to respond with no b.s. a...
Posted by Jamal | November 21, 2018 | Hired Attorney
I had a very serious felony criminal matter in Denver District Court about a year ago. I contacted several attorneys when I was trying to decide who to have represent me. Mr. Trani was far and away the most impressive with his knowledge of the law, his ideas for my defense, and his ability to make ...
Posted by Jared | September 15, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Mr. Trani blew the prosecutor out of the water at trial. He was prepared for every legal issue that could have been brought up against me, as well as all of the evidence that the prosecutor thought that he had to try and convict me. It wasn't even close. I was found Not Guilty by the jury after a 4...
"Shazam is well respected by district attorneys and judges. As a former public defender, he has the experience to handle any type of case. I strongly endorse this lawyer."
"I highly recommend Trent as a criminal defense attorney. He is an excellent litigator with a wealth of knowledge and experience. He always puts his clients' needs first and that makes him a very successful and accomplished advocate."
"Trent is one of Colorado's premier criminal defense attorneys. If you find yourself in a criminal pickle, call Trent and he fight hard to protect your rights!"
"Trent is an amazing trial attorney. His extensive knowledge in the area of criminal defense makes him one if the best attorneys in the Denver Area."
"I am proud to endorse Trent. I've known him since 1996 and have witnessed him rise to being one of the premier criminal defense attorneys in Colorado. He combines outstanding skills with compassion and a big heart, something often missing from attorneys in this day and age. I strongly recommend him to anyone in need of a criminal defense attorney."
"Over the 15 years that I was a prosecutor I handled numerous cases against Trent. I always found him to be prepared, passionate, and a very effective advocate for his clients. We litigated one very complex vehicular homicide trial--me as the prosecutor and Trent as the defense attorney--so I have seen his trial skills first hand. Trent is an excellent trial lawyer (he won that case). I have no hesitation whatsoever in recommending Trent as your criminal defense attorney."
"Mr. Trani is my go-to referral for contacts who need outstanding legal representation related to criminal matters. He's professional and well-respected by the Denver judicial system."
"Trent is a diligent advocate for his clients. He works hard, cares for his clients and he gets good results. I endorse Trent."
"Excellent attorney. Experienced and savvy. I have worked with this attorney and I have the highest regards for him and the work he does."
"I have known Trent for 18 years and am very familiar with his professional abilities as an attorney. Trent is experienced, savvy, cares deeply for his clients, and it shows in his results. He is highly regarded by fellow criminal defense attorneys in the community. He has earned his reputation as a highly skilled and ethical attorney. I am pleased to recommend Trent Trani for the most complex criminal cases."
"Mr. Trani is a knowledgeable and compassionate attorney with great trial skills and a no quit attitude. I have had the pleasure of working with him on numerous cases and find him to be engaging and effective. I endorse Mr. Trani as competent and effective counsel."
"Attorney Trani is a hard working, compassionate and client oriented advocate. I endorse this lawyer."
"Mr. Trani has proven time and time again over the years that he is a masterful attorney at both criminal defense and personal injury. Even with my prior experience as a judge, I find Mr. Trani to be an incredible source of knowledge and assistance to other attorneys in our community. I would not hesitate to recommend a client to Mr. Trani."
"Trent and I have opened the Law Firm of Frankfurt & Trani, P.C. in 2004. We have owned the Firm since that time. We worked together an additional 3 years prior to that time at another criminal defense law firm. Over the years, I have seen Trent handle hundreds, if not thousands, of criminal cases. These have included minor cases such as DUIs and other misdemeanors as well as many very serious cases such as vehicular homicide, sex assault on a child and rape. The results that he has achieved have been outstanding and I would endorse and recommend him to anyone in need of criminal represention."
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2018
10 Best for Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
2017
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2017
Top 100 DUI Attorneys, National Advocacy for DUI Defense
2015
10 Best Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
2013
Lead Counsel Rated in Family Law and Criminal Law, Lead Counsel
1998
AM-JUR Award Advanced Criminal Procedure, Sturm College of Law
2005 - Present
Owner, Partner, and Senior Attorney, M. Trent Trani & Associates, P.C.
2000 - 2003
Deputy Public Defender, Colorado State Public Defenders Office
2000 - Present
Colorado Criminal Defense Bar AssociationMember
Not Guilty Verdict after 10 day trial
Not Guilty Verdict
Acquittal
Acquittal
Dismissal
Both counts dismissed
Deferred Judgment - Probation
Not Guilty on all counts
Not Guilty on all counts
Not Guilty on all counts
Not Guilty on both counts
Not guilty on all counts
Not Guilty Verdict on all counts
Reduced charges
Not Guilty Verdict on all counts
1999
JD - Juris Doctor
1995
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2000
DUI Law in Colorado
2000
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