David J Thomas

David J Thomas

5.0
Rating: 8.2

Licensed for 52 years

DUI and DWI Lawyer at Golden, CO
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence, Criminal Defense ... +3 more

2801 Youngfield St, STE 300, Golden, CO

About David

Biography

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

DUI and DWI 25%

17 years | 80 cases

25%
Domestic Violence 25%

17 years | 30 cases

25%
Drug Crime 15%

17 years | 20 cases

15%
Violent Crime 8%

17 years | 15 cases

8%
White Collar Crime 7%

17 years | 15 cases

7%

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Licenses

Licensed in Colorado for 52 years

State: Colorado

Acquired: 1973

Active

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Location

Dave Thomas Law

2801 Youngfield St, STE 300, Golden, CO, 80401

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David J Thomas's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

18 Client Reviews

5 star (18)
4 star (0)
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Posted by James | June 16, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Highly recommend David

I was originally referred to Maureen O'Brien at O'Brien, Thomas and Bibek, LLC law firm by my personal attorney. Maureen was unable to take my case due to illness but she recommended David and he accepted my case. David provided invaluable professional and discreet assistance in the court room whil...e handling my case. He spoke to the judge and the district attorney on my behalf on several occasions while we were both in the court room. He negotiated a reduction in charges with the district attorney that changed my potential conviction of a felony to a misdemeanor. David also led me through the required paperwork and after I fulfilled my court ordered probation requirements, achieve early termination of my probation. I again, highly recommend David Thomas as a criminal defense attorney.

Posted by anonymous | May 14, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Great Defense Lawyer

Dave accepted my case and went right to work. He provided great information, guidance and expertise. He was also very prompt with communication and professional throughout the entire criminal process. He guided me through the decision process of a plea agreement or a trial and gave me the pros and... cons of both decisions.

Posted by Robin | December 5, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Experienced and Passionate Advocate

Dave Thomas is an exceptional attorney! we highly recommend him, for anyone seeking an ethical, caring attorney, who will work to get the best resolution for your case. From our first meeting with Dave to discuss our son’s case, it was clear that he is a passionate advocate for his clients. In our ti...me working with him, we never felt rushed or unheard. Dave always took the time needed to address our questions and concerns and to explain the often-confusing legal process. He was very upfront with us from the start, giving possible outcomes of the case and what we should expect. We appreciated his honesty in telling us what we needed to know and not what we wanted to hear. Well respected both in the community and within the legal system, Dave also has extensive courtroom experience. He has worked as both a district attorney and defense lawyer, allowing him to easily navigate the legal system. Dave is a consummate professional on every level. Putting our trust and faith in Dave, was the best decision we could have made.

Posted by anonymous | August 20, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

client

Dave Thomas is an exceptional and excellent lawyer, whom I had the good fortune to hire. He is incredibly skillful, experienced, knowledgeable and hard working. He communicates well through every step of the trial process. His legal assistant and firm are excellent, too. I am very pleased with t...he outcome of my case. I would recommend him to all my friends, family and acquaintances.

Posted by Richard | April 13, 2021 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Court Appointed Special Counsel

Mr. Thomas was appointed to me by the court and he went above and beyond to gain a successful outcome to my case. He also helped me get into a community service program that accommodated my brain injury disability and he went to court with me pro bono once he was off my case. I've had many lawyers i...n my lifetime and Mr. Thomas is one of the best lawyers I've ever had.

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David J Thomas's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jacob Lilly

Criminal defense lawyer | May 14

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Dave is a fantastic lawyer who any client is lucky to have. Dave knows absolutely everyone in the criminal justice system and this allows him to reach the very best outcomes for his clients. He knows how prosecutors think from his long experience as one and uses that knowledge to reach the right resolution. Dave knows which cases should settle and which one should hold out for a trial. On top of all of that, Dave genuinely cares about and worries for his client. He puts 100% effort into all of his cases and his clients are in excellent hands."

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James Stanley

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Dave Thomas for over 25 years. No one knows the criminal justice system better than Dave. He has extensive experience on both sides of the courtroom, having served as the elected DA for years and now with years of experience defending criminal cases. I have observed Dave making presentations in court, observed him interacting with and making his case to prosecutors, judges and opposing counsel. Dave is an extremely effective lawyer. He has the ability to quickly identify the issues in a case and then work to resolve or defuse them to achieve the best possible result for his clients."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse David. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Maureen O'Brien

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 13

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. When Dave Thomas was the elected District Attorney in Jefferson County, we were friendly adversaries. I admired his ethics and compassion, and now we are law partners. Our clients really appreciate the care and dedication Dave gives to them, and his experience and skills are a real asset to the firm."

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James Stanley

Criminal defense lawyer

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Justin Ross

Juvenile law lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.2 (Excellent)

Honors

2012

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

Work Experience

2005 - 2008

Executive Director, Colorado District Attorneys' Council

1993 - 2005

District Attorney, 1st Judicial District, District Attorney's Office

1986 - 1993

Executive Director, Colorado Department of Public Safety

1985 - 1986

District Attorney, 1st Judicial District, District Attorney's Office

1983 - 1985

Assistant U.S. Attorney, United States Attorneys' Office

1973 - 1983

Chief Deputy D.A., Denver District Attorney's Office

Associations

2012 - Present

1st Judicial District Community Corrections Board

Board of Directors

2008 - Present

Colorado Criminal Defense Bar Association

member

2004 - 2012

1st Judicial District Judicial Performance Commission

Commission Member

Education

1973

University of Colorado - Boulder

J.D.

1970

Phillips University (closed July 1998)

B.S

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