James Paul Colgan

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James Paul Colgan

4.9
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 31 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Northglenn, CO
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Car Accidents, DUI & DWI

11990 Grant Street #550, Northglenn, CO

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About James

Biography

Injured? Arrested? Falsely Accused? 25+ years Licensed. Former Prosecutor and Police Officer. I Can Help You Achieve Justice!

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 45%

Being accused of a crime can be emotionally and financially exhausting. We have over 25 years of experience in Criminal matters, and we will put that experience to use for you!

36 years

45%
Car Accident 20%

Motor vehicle accidents can cause severe injuries, but when a pedestrian is involved, the risk gets even higher. Whether you are a driver, passenger, or pedestrian, you need a personal injury attorney with experience to get you the max compensation.

20%
Personal Injury 20%

We handle all types of Personal Injury cases from Vehicle Accidents to Insurance Cases. Don't try to handle these issues on your own. Insurance companies are good at giving you the run around.

20%
DUI and DWI 15%

We can defend you against a DUI charge, even if your blood alcohol level is above the lowest limit. With all of the elements required to prove a DUI—age, blood alcohol content, driver identification, etc.—a DUI attorney will make a difference.

15%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check

Awards

Client's Choice
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Licenses

Licensed in Colorado for 31 years

State: Colorado

Acquired: 1994

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Texas for 12 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 2013

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Law Firm of James Colgan, LLC

11990 Grant Street #550, Northglenn, CO, 80223

jpcolganlaw.com/about-us/

James Paul Colgan's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

39 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 18 reviews | Criminal Defense

Posted by anonymous | August 20, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Exceptional Legal Advocate – James Colgan Delivers Outstanding Results

I had the distinct pleasure of collaborating with James Colgan on a criminal case, and I can’t express how thrilled I am with the results. From the outset, James stood out with his remarkable professionalism, deep knowledge, and unwavering dedication. He took the time to explain every aspect of the p...rocess, patiently addressing all of my questions and ensuring I was updated at every turn. His expertise and relentless hard work made all the difference, leading to a successful outcome that I am immensely grateful for. If you’re looking for a lawyer who is not just skilled but truly committed to fighting for your best interests, I wholeheartedly recommend James. You can trust him to advocate for you with tenacity and integrity!

Posted by Wes | June 04, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Huge weight lifted off my shoulders!!

Jim Colgan is an extremely terrific lawyer and was very knowledgeable along with his private investigator. I was truly impressed with everything. I had multiple issues and had a lot to lose in my situation. First issue not allowed in if trial were to take place. Second issue, charges were dropped, wa...lked out of court free and clear and no trial. It cost money but was the best money I've ever spent. My case hung over my head for about eight months, I'm relieved thanks to Jim and his team.

Posted by Yesenia | January 13, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

James Colgan

I had the privilege of working with James Colgan on a criminal case and i couldn't be more pleased with the outcome. From the beggining he demonstrated an exceptional level of profressionalism, knowledge and dedication. James was always thorough in explaining the process, answering my questions an...d keeping me informed every step of the way. Thanks to his expertise and hard work, the case concluded with a sucessful outcome, which i am incredibly grateful for. I highly recommend James to anyone in need of a skilled and dependable lawyer. You can trust him to fight for your best interests.

Posted by Rob | December 13, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Case dismissed

I hired Jim to handle a very complex case. He took the time to listen to my story and saw through the B.S that the district attorney was trying to present. Jim is willing to fight hard with you in every step of the process. He doesn’t get intimidated by the prosecution and will push back with authori...ty. If you are looking for an attorney to handle any situation you are in please call COLGAN LAW you won’t be disappointed!

Posted by Jason | January 22, 2024 | Criminal Defense

The situation ended with a best-case scenario. Up front flat fee for representation. A huge plus.

James is a fine legal representative for criminal defense. Based upon his years of experience he will be able to tell you pretty much what you can expect at the outset. He will be honest with you about what you can expect as an outcome given the particulars of your unique circumstances. He charges a ...flat fee which is a big plus, as hourly billing from a trust fund, as many attorneys are fond of doing, can spiral out of control pretty quick. I paid up front and then was represented all the way up to trial and sentencing if appropriate. Whichever way the case goes, you're paid and covered for the duration. My case was dragged out almost 2 years, during which time I didn't have to worry about the state of my 'trust balance'. My case had some challenging aspects in the respect that my record contained some ugly marks from many years ago which made going to trial and winning the case a pretty slim prospect- he was honest and up-front about my odds of winning a 'not guilty' verdict. With this in mind he was able to win me what I consider to be a best-case scenario outcome in which I had the 3 charges I was faced with reduced down to 1 lesser charge. This was accomplished WITH the District Attorney not being willing to budge off of the original 3 charges. The DA had a very hard stance on plea bargaining in my case. Basically, not offering any reduction from the original charges all the way up to the weekend before trial. They offered a plea deal that was exactly like the original charges and penalties, the only difference being not having to go through a trial. Atty. Colgan went above and beyond the call of duty to achieve a much better outcome, in the last hours leading up to trial. It was a great relief. I would recommend him to represent you based upon the statements I have made in this review.

James Colgan

Replied last August 23, 2024

I really enjoyed helping you. You were a pleasure to help.

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James Paul Colgan's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jessica Breuer

Unknown lawyer | Jul 07

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Jim is a great litigator with an incredible work ethic. His background experience as a police officer and prosecutor gives him a unique perspective that most civil litigators lack. I look forward to working with him again."

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Kristi Paschall

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 06

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Jim is an intelligent and passionate litigator with a tremendous work ethic. I endorse him without any hesitation."

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Russell Araya

Litigation lawyer | Apr 19

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Jim is the real-deal. A former police officer and prosecutor, he deftly handles his criminal and civil litigation matters with expertise, comfort, and genuine respect for his clients. I am privileged to call him a colleague and to work with him on several matters."

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Brian Calandra

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 13

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"As a former police officer and prosecutor Jim understands the system as well as anyone."

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Wesley Eddington

Litigation lawyer | Apr 13

Relationship: Co-worker

"I have worked with Jim on several litigation cases. He is very good in the court room and cares deeply for his clients."

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Richard Eddington

Personal injury lawyer | Apr 11

Relationship: Co-worker

"I have worked with Jim for several years and tried cases with him. He is a very talented trial attorney with over a couple hundred trials under his belt. He is as poised and polished as anyone in the courtroom. Jim works hard for all of his clients regardless of the size of the case. I highly recommend him to anyone in need of a good personal injury attorney. He is a joy to work with."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2021

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2021

Client's Choice, Avvo

2020

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2019

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2018

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2005

Edward Towey Award, 17th Judicial District Victim's Rights

Work Experience

2017 - Present

Partner, Eddington Law Firm, LLC

2013 - 2017

Litigation Attorney, Ramos Law Firm

2011 - 2013

Senior Deputy District Attorney, Arapahoe Douglas County District Attorney's Office

1995 - 2011

Chief Deputy District Attorney, Adams County District Attorney's Office

Associations

2017 - Present

Adams/Broomfield Bar Association

Member

2017 - Present

Colorado Bar Association

Member

2015 - Present

Colorado Criminal Defense Bar Association

Member

2013 - Present

Colorado Trial Lawyers Association

Member

2013 - Present

State Bar of Texas

Member

Education

1994

Oklahoma City University

JD - Juris Doctor

1984

Metropolitan State University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Languages

English

Spanish

Activity

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