Melissa Garscin

Melissa Garscin

also known as GLaw Defense

5.0
Rating: 9.1

Licensed for 27 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Lakewood, CO
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Speeding & Traffic Ticket, Expungement

12136 W Bayaud Ave, suite 115, Lakewood, CO

About Melissa

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 45%

Garscin Law P.C. is a criminal and DUI law firm based in Denver and Golden, that provides legal services for adults and in juvenile courts throughout the State of Colorado. We can also help you get your records sealed.

28 years

45%
DUI and DWI 40%

Garscin Law P.C. is a criminal defense and DUI defense law firm.

28 years

40%
Speeding and Traffic Ticket 10%

Traffic tickets can have serious collateral consequences to driving privileges or loss of work. Garscin Law can help with your traffic cases.

10%
Expungement 5%

Having a record can effect many areas of your life. Garscin Law can help you file to have your record sealed or expunged.

18 years

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Colorado for 27 years

State: Colorado

Acquired: 1998

Active

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Location

Law Offices of Melissa Garscin

12136 W Bayaud Ave, suite 115, Lakewood, CO, 80228

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Melissa Garscin's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

5 Client Reviews

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Posted by Mary | July 21, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Excellent 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...ain. Thank you melissa. Charges dismissed

Posted by Tyisha | July 30, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Great, supportive, and patient 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...t once backing down from the DA. Her advice had a huge impact on me but she made it clear at the end of the day it was my choice and offered the support I needed in making any decision only after giving all options available to me in my case.

Posted by Todd | April 30, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Sharp, smart, informed

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...rea. One of the lawyers (a 19-year veteran of the Denver PD as Lieutenant, whose experience there was helpful) answered the call at about 10pm on a Sunday night, and reassured me on the situation. During the week I spoke with another lawyer on staff -- 3 people all told during the week, including Melissa Garscin. All of them were very detailed about my situation and the possible outcomes. When the DA announced his office would not be pressing charges, Melissa said she'll tear up the check I had written them because they didn't have to dig in and represent me in court. So the week's worth of communication ended up being gratis. Pretty classy move, imho. Most appreciated!

Posted by Jacque | January 31, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Excellent Legal Representation

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...ry detail. I am very confident in referring her to anyone looking for legal representation. She was knowledgeable an reasonably priced. Thank you Melissa!

Posted by anonymous | January 5, 2015

Extremely Trust Worthy

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... experience with such things or attorneys but I feel confident in referring her to anyone that needs representation. I will also note that her billing was clear and concise. Never did I question a thing in that regard.

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Melissa Garscin's Lawyer Endorsements

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Baylie Hellman

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 16

Relationship: Co-worker

"I hear nothing but great things about Melissa in our Colorado office!"

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John Palermo

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 21

Relationship: Co-worker

"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."

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Tanner Spracklen

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 18

Relationship: Co-worker

"Am so thrilled to be working alongside such a tremendously devoted attorney like Melissa."

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Brandon Verde

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I am honored to call Melissa a colleague. I highly recommend this attorney."

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Neil Shouse

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 13

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"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."

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John Murray

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Absolutely terrific attorney. I would not look anywhere else if you need criminal defense representation in Metro Denver."

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Johnathan Leavitt

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 10

Relationship: Co-worker

"Melissa is excellent. Decades of experience matched with extraordinary skills."

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Alexander Vail

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 10

Relationship: Co-worker

"Melissa does remarkable client-focused, results-oriented work in our Colorado office. I'm proud to endorse Melissa."

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Michael Castillo

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 12

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Amber Fuhriman

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 14

Relationship: Co-worker

"Attorney Michael Becker is lucky to be working with Melissa Garscin in Colorado. With four decades of combined experience, they make a great team."

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Michael Becker

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 14

Relationship: Co-worker

"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."

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Daria Panoff

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 14

Relationship: Co-worker

"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."

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Daniel Page

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 14

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Competence + compassion = Melissa. So happy you've joined Colorado Legal Defense Group."

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Amanda Mateer

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 14

Relationship: Co-worker

"I've heard such great things about Melissa since she joined our Colorado office!"

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Adam Solinger

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 14

Relationship: Co-worker

"Melissa truly cares about her clients and delivers five-star legal representation. Am proud that she works in the Colorado office of our firm."

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Jeremy Beasley

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 14

Relationship: Co-worker

"So glad Melissa joined the Colorado office of our firm. Her vast experience is second-to-none."

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Christopher Leroi

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Lauren Campoli

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 20

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"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."

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Gigi Wink

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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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Dean Tanenbaum

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Mark Savoy

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Charles Goodwin

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Kayla Falgoust

Criminal defense lawyer

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Karlie Gabour

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Dalia Labrador

Criminal defense lawyer

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Baylie Hellman

Criminal defense lawyer

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Tanner Spracklen

Criminal defense lawyer

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Mark Russ

Criminal defense lawyer

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John Gosioco

Criminal defense lawyer

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Alexander Vail

Criminal defense lawyer

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Amanda Mateer

Criminal defense lawyer

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Jeremy Beasley

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Adam Solinger

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Experience

Rating:  9.1 (Superb)

Honors

2019

10 Best for Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys

2019

10 Best Attorneys, American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys

Work Experience

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

Associations

Colorado Bar Foundation

Colorado Criminal Defense Bar Association

First Judicial District Bar Association

Juvenile Services Planning Committee in Jefferson County

Volunteer Attorney

Education

1998

University of Denver Sturm College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1992

Colorado State University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

N/A

Guest lecturer at Lukas Elementary School in Westminster

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N/A

Guest lecturer at Golden High School

Law

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Guest lecturer at Brighton High School

Law

N/A

Guest lecturer at Brighton Chamber of Commerce Law Day

Law

Languages

English

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