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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 Irma | October 12, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Attorney with Integrity
I reached out to Mr. Hartford over the weekend he was more than happy to invest boundless amounts of time and energy to calmly assist me with my case. He took the time Saturday evening to resolve part of my issue and Monday was able to completely close my case with favorable outcome. His experience ...
Posted by anonymous | April 29, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Mr. Benjamin Wernick
Benjamin Hartford came as referral from a friend of a friend. I couldn't have been happier with his services! He was very helpful in putting us at ease with his thorough explanations as to what we were dealing with. He was available to answer any and all questions we had concerning our case at any ti...
Posted by anonymous | December 15, 2014 | Criminal Defense
Awesome job
Took care of everything I needed, kept me well informed the entire time, wasn't overpriced, very affordable/worth it and flexible with payments. Was a DA so he knew people to make things go smoother keeping me feeling confident in his abilities. I had a pretty open shut case but multiple charges that...
Posted by Rachel | October 02, 2014 | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
I Will Be Mr. Hartford's Client for Life!
The first thing I want to say about Benjamin Hartford is that he is an exceptional attorney. If you are lucky enough to have found him, you're in excellent legal hands. I was involved in a car accident and was cited for being completely at-fault for the collision. The other driver involved in...
Posted by J.W. | December 22, 2013 | DUI & DWI
Mr Hartford - Great Results, Very Professional, Prompt Responses - Excellent Lawyer!
I can't express how thankful I am that I connected with this lawyer. Mr Hartford truly guided me through my recent legal issues involving a DUI and probation. From my initial contact he helped calm my fears and explain what our plan was and the possible outcomes. I could go on and on about the positi...
"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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