Charles Lorin Fife

Charles Lorin Fife

4.9
Rating: 7.4

Licensed for 51 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Denver, CO
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Speeding & Traffic Ticket, Personal Injury

1873 South Bellaire Street, Suite 200, Denver, CO

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2005
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About Charles

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 25%

dui, dwai, dur, dus, theft, assault, domestic violence, traffic, child abuse, MIP

36 years | 4,500 cases

25%

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Licenses

Licensed in Colorado for 37 years

State: Colorado

Acquired: 1988

Active

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2005

Licensed in Michigan for 51 years

State: Michigan

Acquired: 1974

Not authorized to practice-Administrative

Location

Fife, Charles, Mangnall & Mossinghoff, PC

1873 South Bellaire Street, Suite 200, Denver, CO, 80222-4361

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Charles Lorin Fife's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

109 Client Reviews

Showing 21 - 25 of 46 reviews | DUI & DWI

Posted by Marcus | August 31, 2020

Best Attorney in Denver

I will never be able to thank Charles L. Fife as much as I want to. He beat my case and saved me THOUSANDS of dollars. There is no one in the world I would have rather had represent me. If you want someone who genuinely cares and is willing to fight for what's best for you, he's the attorney you n...eed to hire. He prevented a DUI from being on my record and the amount of respect I have for him is out of this world. Do yourself a favor and have Charles L. Fife in your corner.

Posted by John | June 11, 2020 | Hired Attorney

Another Satisfied Client

The best thing I can say to Charlie Fife is Thank You! When I contacted Charlie, I was scared and still in shock from both the accident and the DUI ticket I got. Charlie accepted my case even though it was my 3rd offense and he treated me with respect instead of just another drunk to pay his bills.... He was clear with me what the worse case outcome could be, what was within my control to manage and what was not, and what he was going to fight for on my behalf. He was also honest about my chances of beating the charges with a jury trial instead of just “going for it” and running up legal fees that I would be hard pressed to pay. As a result of his and his team’s efforts, I received the most favorable sentence possible given my record, and the lowest sentence my sitting judge had ever issued for a 3rd offense. I am extremely pleased with the outcome and recommend Charlie and his firm to anyone struggling with and facing circumstances similar with mine.

Posted by Carie | November 03, 2019 | Hired Attorney

Top Notch!

Charlie Fife did his job! Got me out of the DMV charges and also had my DUI charge dropped to a DWAI. My life is not ruined. I highly recommend his service if you find yourself with a DUI.

Posted by Erin | August 23, 2019 | Hired Attorney

Deferred Judgement

Best decision I ever made was switching lawyers to Charlie Fife. I was referred to Charlie by a close friend after hearing my concerns about my existing lawyer. I was charged with a DUI, and although my current lawyer was doing a pretty good job, I didn't want to face a DUI Charge on my record f...or life, and felt this was likely, with my existing council. I switched to Charlie and after thorough review of my case and time spent with the DA, including appearing in court with me and on my behalf 5 times, he was able to get a Deferred Judgement and Sentence! We were prepared to go to court, but didn't have to. I feel that I've been given another chance. This Deferred Judgement was so very important to my family and I because, if convicted, the charge would follow me around for the rest of my life, affecting my career path and future reputation, especially given how common online criminal background checks are. Furthermore, the money I will now save on insurance and fees alone; the attorney fee will have paid for itself. Highly recommend this attorney or someone in his office.

Posted by Brynn | August 22, 2019 | Hired Attorney

Got my DUI Dismissed completely!

I got arrested for a DUI and blew a 0.105. I thought I was definitely going to get charged with a DWAI in a plea bargain, but through Charlie Fife's connections he found that the arresting officer was no longer in the state and he was able to get the case dismissed which I am so grateful for. If you'...re looking for an attorney, he's the guy you want.

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Christopher Leroi

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Fife is an exemplary attorney. I would refer anyone and everyone to him on a regular basis. Despite the fact that I have been a judge, magistrate, prosecutor, and private attorney for over 24 years, I continue to learn from him daily from his Avvo posts. I would recommend that you hire him in an instant."

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M. Miller

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Daniel Luneau

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 20

Relationship: Co-worker

"You will not find a better trial lawyer anywhere. Charlie’s legal knowledge and courtroom talent is unparalleled. If I ever needed a criminal defense attorney, it would be Charlie. I strongly endorse this lawyer."

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Richard Bloch

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have been familiar with Mr. Fife for almost two decades. I have seen him in court, seen him in his office, seen him interact with clients, and seen him prepare for cases. Mr Fife is thorough, caring, experienced, skilled and has sound judgment. He is motivated by justice not money. He has my highest recommendation."

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Darin Mangnall

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 23

Relationship: Co-worker

"Charlie is a good friend but also a ferocious attorney. He goes all out for every client and never lets the state off the hook. In twenty years he has developed a reputation as a true warrior. It is a pleasure to work with him and call him my friend."

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Jay Tiftickjian

DUI and DWI lawyer | Oct 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Charlie is a criminal defense legend in Denver, and leads one if the most respected firms for DUI defense. When I was a prosecutor, Charlie was the guy that made many of the DA's sweat. His rating on AVVO is completely inaccurate as he should be at the top."

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Rhidian Orr

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Charlie is a great lawyer. With his assertiveness and drive, it is a pleasure watching him battle for his clients. I have spent afternoons watching Charlie arguing motions and at trial. He truly loves to defend his client’s rights and the results show."

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Experience

Rating:  7.4 (Very Good)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2005.

Suspension issued in CO, 2005

updated on 03/28/2017

Suspension means an attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.

Education

1988

University of Utah S.J. Quinney College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1985

Brigham Young University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

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