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Michael Trent Trani
- Denver, CO
- Licensed for 20 years
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About Michael
Award winning lawyer criminal defense representation. FREE Consultation Call 720-575-3034
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.
Practice areas
- DUI and DWI: 40%
Mr. Trani has successfully represented thousands of clients facing charges of driving under the influence, vehicular homicide and vehicular assault. He is known for his meticulous preparation, aggressive trial tactics, and his courtroom presence.
21 years, 10,000 cases
- Criminal defense: 40%
Mr. Trani provides aggressive and experienced representation to those facing all felony and misdemeanor criminal matters in jurisdictions throughout Colorado. He is known for his meticulous preparation and aggressive trial tactics.
21 years, 10,000 cases
- Sex crime: 10%
Mr. Trani has extensive experience and training defending cases of sex assault, rape, sexual assault on a child, unlawful sexual contact, and other sex based crimes. He is among Colorado's most qualified attorneys in this field of criminal practice.
- Violent crime: 10%
Mr. Trani is known for his successful representation of clients facing criminal charges of violence such as murder, assault, domestic violence, manslaughter, negligent homicide, and vehicular homicide.
Languages spoken
English
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Contact
M. Trent Trani & Associates
44 Cook Street
Suite 100
Denver, CO, 80206-1211
Website
Resume
| State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| CO | Active | 1999 | 12/06/2019 |
| Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
|---|---|---|
| 10 Best for Client Satisfaction | American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys | 2018 |
| Top 100 Trial Lawyers | National Trial Lawyers | 2017 |
| Top 100 DUI Attorneys | National Advocacy for DUI Defense | 2017 |
| 10 Best Client Satisfaction | American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys | 2015 |
| Lead Counsel Rated in Family Law and Criminal Law | Lead Counsel | 2013 |
| AM-JUR Award Advanced Criminal Procedure | Sturm College of Law | 1998 |
|---|
| Title | Company name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Owner, Partner, and Senior Attorney | M. Trent Trani & Associates, P.C. | 2005 - Present |
| Deputy Public Defender | Colorado State Public Defenders Office | 2000 - 2003 |
| Association name | Position name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado Criminal Defense Bar Association | Member | 2000 - Present |
| Publication name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado State Public Defender Annual Conference | Roadsides & Beyond | 2000 |
| School name | Degree | Graduated |
|---|---|---|
| University of Denver Sturm College of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 1999 |
| Colorado State University | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 1995 |
| Conference name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado State Public Defenders Office Annual Conference | DUI Law in Colorado | 2000 |
| Case name | Outcome |
|---|---|
| Sex Assault in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania | Not Guilty Verdict after 10 day trial |
| Domestic Violence Acquittal | Not Guilty Verdict |
| DWAI Acquittal | Acquittal |
| DUI Acquittal | Acquittal |
| DUI Arapahoe County | Dismissal |
| Denver Sex Assault on a Child | Both counts dismissed |
|---|---|
| Denver Sex Assault on a Child Criminal Attorney | Deferred Judgment - Probation |
| Denver Criminal Defense - Domestic Violence - Assault in Third Degree | Not guilty on all counts |
| Denver DUI Criminal Attorney - Not Guilty on false DUI Charge | Not Guilty Verdict on all counts |
| Denver Vehicular Homicide Criminal Defense Attorney | Reduced charges |
| Denver Criminal Defense - Domestic Violence - Assault in Third Degree | Not Guilty on both counts |
| Denver Sex Assault on a Child Criminal Attorney | Not Guilty on all counts |
| Denver Criminal Defense Attorney beats Vehicular Homicide and DUI | Not Guilty on all counts |
| Denver Sex Assault on a Child Pattern of Abuse and Position of Trust | Not Guilty on all counts |
| Vehicular Assault | Not Guilty Verdict on all counts |
Fantastic Representation
Posted by Steven
Sat Mar 23 2019
The best in Colorado!
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Thu Nov 22 2018
Attorney endorsements
(17)Carlos Migoya, Criminal defense Attorney on Jun 28, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
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.
Alaurice Tafoya-Modi, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 13, 2016
Relationship: Co-worker
I endorse this lawyer.
I endorse this lawyer.
Claire Dawson, DUI and DWI Attorney on Apr 22, 2015
Relationship: Worked together on matter
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.
Scott Goldman, Divorce and separation Attorney on Apr 20, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
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!
Heidi Town, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 17, 2015
Relationship: Worked for lawyer
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.
J.F. Muhaisen, Divorce and separation Attorney on Apr 16, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
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.
Holli Hartman, Employment and labor Attorney on Mar 26, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
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.
Sean McDermott, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 26, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Trent is a diligent advocate for his clients. He works hard, cares for his clients and he gets good results. I endorse Trent.
William Providence, Car accident Attorney on Mar 26, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Excellent attorney. Experienced and savvy. I have worked with this attorney and I have the highest regards for him and the work he does.
Wadi Muhaisen, Criminal defense Attorney on May 30, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
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.
S Kianpour, DUI and DWI Attorney on Dec 3, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
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.
Jeffrey Town, Family Attorney on Nov 19, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Brian Crockett, Brain injury Attorney on Sep 15, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Attorney Trani is a hard working, compassionate and client oriented advocate. I endorse this lawyer.
Christopher Leroi, Mediation Attorney on Feb 22, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
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.
William Frankfurt, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 25, 2010
Relationship: Co-worker
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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