Claire McGuire Elster (previously Claire M. Dawson) is an experienced trial attorney with an excellent litigation track record. Ms. Elster has ten years of experience litigating in the area of criminal defense. She has extensive knowledge and experience handling all aspects of criminal defense and has practiced at Appellate and Federal levels.
Ms. Elster effectively and competently represents all manner of criminal defense clients, ranging from traffic tickets to domestic violence charges, on up to sexual assaults and murder charges. Ms. Dawson has a particularized expertise in the area of DUI defense. She has the exceptional knowledge and experience necessary to defend any type or circumstance surrounding a DUI charge.
Ms. Elster graduated with a Certificate of Dispute Resolution from University of Missouri School of Law, one of the top 2 dispute resolution law schools in the country. Claire's education, knowledge, trial skills and experience allow her to effectively and efficiently represent her clients.
Practice areas
Criminal Defense. I handle all manner of criminal defense cases from traffic tickets to sexual assaults and murders. I have a unique specialty in the area of DUI defense.
13 years
13 years
Languages spoken
English
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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CO | Active | 2009 | 06/08/2022 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Top 10 Under 40 | National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys | 2015 |
National Arbitration Competition Finalist - 2nd Place | ABA Board of Advocates | 2009 |
Excellence for the future - Conflict Theory Top Honor | CALI | 2008 |
Regional Arbitration Competition Finalist | ABA | 2008 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Owner/Operator | C. McGuire Law, LLC | 2018 - Present |
Contract Attorney | M. Trent Trani and Associates, P.C. | 2015 - Present |
Associate Attorney | Cantafio Hammond, PC | 2015 - 2018 |
Associate Attorney | The Burnham Law Firm | 2014 - 2015 |
Associate Attorney | Frankfurt Law Office | 2011 - 2014 |
Associate Attorney | The Reisch Law Firm, LLC | 2009 - 2011 |
Legal Assistant/Clerk | Frankfurt and Trani PC | 2009 - 2009 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Colorado Bar Association | Member | 2009 - Present |
Colorado Criminal Defense Bar | Member | 2009 - Present |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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Cantafio Law | House Bill 1267 CONCERNING CONDITIONS OF PROBATION RELATING TO MEDICAL 102 MARIJUANA:A Legal Analysis | 2015 |
JOURNAL OF DISPUTE RESOLUTION, Number 2 (2008): 515 | "State Legislative Update." | 2008 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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University of Missouri School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 2009 |
University of Missouri, Columbia | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 2006 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Denver Veteran Homeless Stand-down | Client Representation | 2015 |
Case name | Outcome |
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DMV Dismissal for DUI | Case Dismissed. No license revocation. |
DUI to Reckless | |
Domestic Violence Dismissal | dismissed |
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Michael Trani, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 22, 2015
Relationship: Supervised lawyer
Claire worked with me several years ago on a very serious criminal case in Adams County. She demonstrated herself to be knowledgeable of the law and very zealous in her defense of those accused of crimes. My firm later hired her as an associate because of how impressed that we were with Claire. Unfortunately, I left before getting to work with her any further. I have worked with quite a few new attorneys over the years and I can say, without a doubt, that Claire was one of the best as that stage of her career. I have no doubt that she has only gotten better and hope to get to work with her again someday. I fully endorse her and would have no hesitation referring a client to her.
Richard Eddington, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 26, 2015
Relationship: Co-worker
Claire is a very knowledgeable and skilled criminal attorney. She knows the law and the knows how to help her clients. I have no problem highly recommending her to anyone in need of a great criminal attorney. She has the courtroom skills and juries really like her!
Dallas Norton, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 3, 2020
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Many great client reviews and peer endorsements. Call Claire before hiring someone else.
Travis Newton, DUI and DWI Attorney on Aug 4, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Chelseá Mitchell, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 7, 2015
Relationship: Friend
Claire is a brilliant criminal defense attorney. Her commitment to her clients and fearless pursuit of justice are unmatched. Claire brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to help each client obtain the best result.
Christine Breen, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 13, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Claire is extremely dedicated and knowledgeable, and I would like to endorse her as a top criminal defense attorney. With a vast understanding of the law, she is a fierce advocate for her clients.
Wesley Eddington, DUI and DWI Attorney on Mar 3, 2015
Relationship: Co-worker
Claire is a very intelligent attorney. She is dedicated to fighting for her clients. She is very easy to talk to, and does a great job of telling her clients what to expect throughout the process.
Francis Cuddihee, Criminal defense Attorney on Nov 4, 2014
Relationship: Co-worker
Claire embodies all the necessary qualities of a criminal defense advocate. Her passion for her clients and skill as an attorney are second to none. I endorse this lawyer.
A Bouchee, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 17, 2014
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Claire is a fantastic attorney. She id dedicated to her clients. She is extremely thorough and will fight to the end for her clients.
Todd Burnham, Criminal defense Attorney on Sep 19, 2014
Relationship: Co-worker
Claire is the baddest criminal defense lawyer I know, which is why I hired her. DUI defense in particular...nobody knows more...high end lawyer and hard core litigator.
Gavin Halligan, Criminal defense Attorney on Sep 19, 2014
Relationship: Co-worker
Claire is an extremely passionate and knowledgable criminal defense attorney and will ensure your case is taken care of from beginning to end. You are in good hands with Claire.
Andrew Price, Family Attorney on Aug 7, 2014
Relationship: Co-worker
Claire is a skilled and effective advocate in matters pertaining to both domestic and criminal law. Her talent is exceeded only by the passion and commitment she devotes to her cases, and to her clients.
Zachary Daigle, Family Attorney on Aug 7, 2014
Relationship: Co-worker
Claire is a experienced litigator and equally accomplished advocate. She handles all of her cases with the perfect balance of strength and strategy. I endorse this lawyer.
Jennifer Scott, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 7, 2014
Relationship: Co-worker
Claire has so much experience and gets the job done for all of her clients. She is knowledgable and effective.
Stephanie Randall, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 7, 2014
Relationship: Co-worker
Claire is very knowledgable and impressive in her handling of criminal defense matters.
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