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I have been practicing law for over seventeen years and spent the majority of my time as a Deputy District Attorney for Adams County. I was part the the Vehicular Homicide Team and was responsible for both training and policy decisions pertaining to investigation of DUI/DWAI, vehicular assault, and vehicular homicide. This position gave me specialized knowledge on how the investigative and legal process works. My knowledge and experience having tried 100 jury trials equates to a solid and knowledgable advocate for you. I pride myself on thoroughly investigating and working a case for my clients, they deserve my best effort. I'm never satisfied until I have investigated and explored every aspect of your case. I value my clients and I spend the necessary time to listen to them and educate them about the legal process. I am interested in obtaining the best legal outcome for my clients and this is only possible if I listen and understand their needs and goals for the case. I look forward to speaking with you and hopefully working with you to obtain your goals.
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Acquired: 2003
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2023
650 S. Cherry St. Suite 1225, Denver, CO, 80246
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Posted by Austin | January 06, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
This is your guy!
This was written before the outcome of the case to keep the integrity of my review with been, however, we got exactly what we hoped for. A dismissal! Ben is dependable, has a commanding presence in the courtroom, and extremely knowledgable. Some moments about Ben that stood out to me: 1. He...
Posted by Jaime | March 15, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
The best!
I was cited for a hit and run (more than 20 points) and Ben was able to get the entire case dismissed! He works hard and is very diligent and will do whatever he can to get the best possible outcome. If you are ever in need of a defense attorney, look not further!
Posted by Zachary | January 10, 2021 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Simply the best.
Rather than write a length account of my case I'll try to cut to the chase. In January of 2020 I found myself being arrested and charged with a DUI. I tried my best to preserve my innocence but cops do a very good job are getting you to incriminate yourself and collect evidence to justify your D...
Posted by anonymous | October 14, 2020
OUTSTANDING!
I reached out to Mr Hartford for a free consult and was thoroughly impressed. He took his time to answer all of my questions, both legally and personally. That unique perspective and his pragmatic advice helped me make a very important decision about my future. I'd recommend him in a second.
Posted by Jesse | August 14, 2020 | Hired Attorney
AMAZING LAWYER
Ben Hartford is the best lawyer in his field hands down! His knowledge is genuinely at the highest standard of the law. I would recommend Ben Hartford to anyone in need of rescue. As we all know life can throw us curve balls a time or two, but Ben is always there to bail us out of our present situati...
"Ben Hartford id a well respected and highly skilled criminal defense attorney who fights vigorously for his clients. Ben knows the Court system and his trial skills are second to none. I would recommend Ben Hartford very highly to those charged with criminal offenses. I strongly endorse this criminal defense attorney."
"I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. A top-notch attorney, highly respected in the legal community."
"I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. A brilliant, trustworthy and highly respected attorney in the legal community."
"Ben and I have worked together for several years. He is a great attorney and fights hard for his clients. As a former prosecutor, his ability to look at all sides of a case greatly benefits his clients. I endorse this lawyer."
"I wholeheartedly endorse Mr. Hartford. I've seen him in action as a prosecutor, a defense attorney and have even hired him as an expert witness in a case for a client of mine. He is thorough, knowledgeable and skilled in the courtroom."
"I endorse this lawyer.I endorse this lawyer. Ben is a highly skilled defense attorney and works diligently for his clients. I have co-counseled with Ben on matters and he is always willing to go the extra mile when working on cases."
"I endorse this lawyer. Ben Hartford was a DA in Adams County for many years before going into private practice. He is an excellent trial lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Hartford has shown through his comments to be a very knowledgeable and capable DUI defense attorney."
"Mr. Hartford is an exceptional attorney who has a keen grasp of multiple areas of the law. He constantly provides very accurate and thorough advice here on Avvo. I highly recommend him. I have started to refer clients to him in northern CO who need his assistance on criminal defense, real estate, and civil rights cases. That says quite a bit, because I only refer people to attorneys that I have the utmost confidence in."
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This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2023.
Suspension issued in CO, 2023
updated on 01/19/2024Suspension 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.
2016
Top 100 DUI Attorneys, The National Advocacy for DUI Defense
2016
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers
2015
Top 100 DUI Attorneys, The National Advocacy for DUI Defense
2015
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers
2014
Top 100 Trial Lawyers nominee, The National Trial Lawyers
2008
Trial Competition Award, National Advocacy Center
2003
Quarterfinalist in the Barristers Appellate Advocacy Competition, Barristers Appellate Advocacy Competition
2013 - Present
Founding Partner, The Law Office of Benjamin Hartford LLC
2005 - 2013
Deputy District Attorney, Adams County District Attorney Office
2004 - 2005
Associate Attorney, Culpepper Harris LLC
2015 - Present
American Bar AssociationAttorney Member
2005 - Present
Colorado Bar AssociationAttorney Member
2002 - 2003
Moot Court Honor SocietyVice President
Acquitted of all charges
Acquitted of all charges
Acquittal of all charges
Dismissal
Non-Alc Plea Careless
Acquittal
Dismissal
Acquittal
Dismissal
Reckless Driving
2003
JD - Juris Doctor
1997
BA - Bachelor of Arts
1997
Outdoor Skills Education
2013
Non-Traditional Use of Crime Scene Reconstruction
2013
Courtroom Testimony
2009
PowerPoint for Prosecutors
2008
Effective Use of Mixed Multimedia in Trial Presentation
2008
Effective use of PowerPoint for Attorney's
2013
2009
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