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Melissa Garscin is a criminal and DUI Attorney with more than 20 years of experience defending criminal cases in Colorado. Melissa Garscin is a Colorado native and a graduate of Colorado State University where she earned her Bachelor of Arts in Sociology and Criminal Justice. In 1998, she earned her Juris Doctorate from the University of Denver, College of Law. She is a member of the Colorado Bar Association, the Denver Bar Association and is licensed to practice law in the Colorado State and the U.S. District Courts.
Melissa started her law career as a trial attorney with the Colorado State Public Defender's Office. Melissa's criminal defense experience ranges from murder, assault, violations of the Colorado Organized Crime Control Act, sex crimes, DUI, domestic violence, drug cases and traffic violations. Melissa is an experienced litigator and trial attorney having tried more than 100 cases in different jurisdictions in Colorado.
In addition to her extensive courtroom experience, Melissa has earned a valuable spot in the community for her volunteering work as a member of the Juvenile Services Planning Committee in Jefferson County. For her contributions as a lecturer at the Brighton Chamber of Commerce Law Day. As well as, for participating as a guest lecturer at many schools in the area, including Golden High School, Brighton High School and Lukas Elementary School in Westminster.
Over the years, Melissa has earned the reputation as a tough litigator who zealously represents her clients while maintaining the highest degree of professionalism.
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12136 W Bayaud Ave, suite 115, Lakewood, CO, 80228
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Posted by Mary | July 21, 2019 | Hired Attorney
Melissa took care of my case of a illegal search and seizure. She was amazing. I felt very at ease knowing she was on my side. She actually listened to what ihad to say and did not jump the gun and judge me before we went over my case. I wpuld definitely choose her should I ever need an attorney ag...
Posted by Tyisha | July 30, 2018 | Hired Attorney
I was very satisfied with Melissa Garscin services. She fought for my case even when I didn’t believe it was possible. Shes very in tune with her knowledge of the law and personal with her clients. She speaks facts and will not sugar coat anything, giving false hopes. Melissa pushed the hard line no...
Posted by Todd | April 30, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Lawyers are supposed to have a bad name, but the Colorado Legal Defense Group exhibited service, insights, and grace that should make anyone feel very confident in calling upon their aid. I had an emergency legal case come up and Colorado Legal Defense Group looked like they had a specialty in this a...
Posted by Jacque | January 31, 2017 | Hired Attorney
Melissa Garscin handled my legal defense. She consulted with me and provided the exact information I needed to make decisions for my case. She promptly returned my phone calls, kept me well informed and updated in a timely manner. I always felt like my case was a priority and she was on top of eve...
Posted by anonymous | January 5, 2015
I hired Melissa Garscin for a criminal defense matter. She was knowledgeable and responsive. She kept me informed, explained everything in detail in a comprehensive way. I felt like I understood everything I needed to. She was always on top of things, even though she was very busy. I do not have any...
"It's good to know someone with Melissa's skills and experience is part of our Colorado office. She gives her all to her clients."
"Melissa is one of the most experienced and effective criminal defense attorneys in Metro Denver. She has a deep understanding of how the Colorado criminal justice system works, and great relationships with deputy district attorneys, probation officers and judges. A person facing criminal charges in the Denver area could not find better counsel."
"Absolutely terrific attorney. I would not look anywhere else if you need criminal defense representation in Metro Denver."
"Melissa does remarkable client-focused, results-oriented work in our Colorado office. I'm proud to endorse Melissa."
"Attorney Michael Becker is lucky to be working with Melissa Garscin in Colorado. With four decades of combined experience, they make a great team."
"I'm proud to be working with Melissa at Colorado Legal Defense Group. Her knowledge, experience, creativity, and deep empathy for clients make her a great attorney."
"I keep hearing attorney Michael Becker rave about his new Colorado co-counsel, and no wonder. Melissa has helped hundreds of people over her career and shows no signs of stopping."
"Melissa truly cares about her clients and delivers five-star legal representation. Am proud that she works in the Colorado office of our firm."
"Ms. Garscin continues to impress and provide excellent, well-reasoned, and common sense advice on Avvo. I learn from her every day and that is definitely saying something. I have been practicing for 24 years and have been a judge, magistrate, prosecutor, and private attorney. I would recommend her to everyone and anyone."
"Ms. Garscin is extremely knowledgeable in the area of criminal defense. For years, she dedicated her career to criminal defense, negotiation and trials. She was a wonderful mentor as well as a good friend. I do not hesitate to recommend her."
"Melissa Garscin is an exceptional attorney. She is incredibly smart and fights hard for her clients' rights. She is also a terrific person. I recommend her with great confidence."
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10 Best for Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
2019
10 Best Attorneys, American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys
2013 - Present
Senior Partner, Garscin Law P.C.
2017 - 2019
Senior Managing Attorney, Colorado Legal Defense Group
2010 - 2012
Partner, The Law Offices of D.R. Jones
2008 - 2010
Associate, Inman Flynn Biesterfeld & Brentlinger P.C.
2006 - 2008
Senior Attorney, Brighton Regional Public Defenders office
1998 - 2008
Trial Attorney, Office of the Public Defender – Jefferson & Adams County
Volunteer Attorney
1998
JD - Juris Doctor
1992
BA - Bachelor of Arts
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