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Licensed for 42 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Golden, CO
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI

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About James

Biography

James Stanley has over 35 years’ experience in criminal and DUI law. He has handled thousands of criminal cases and has conducted over 150 jury trials to verdict. Mr. Stanley is a former Colorado Senior Deputy District Attorney. This background and experience provides a unique ability to effectively evaluate the merits of a criminal case, detect defects in police investigations, recognize when an individual's constitutional rights have been violated, discover procedural errors and make the right decisions on how to handle the case. These skills come from evaluating thousands of police investigations and preparing criminal and DUI cases for trial.

Mr. Stanley, with years of experience as a former senior prosecutor, has unique insight into what is involved with the decision-making process and analysis of a criminal prosecution. He has knowledge and understanding of how the criminal justice system works and uses what he has learned over many years to benefit his clients. Knowing how decision makers, the prosecutors and the judges, think and analyze a case provides a solid basis to achieve the best possible outcome for his clients. He has extensive experience with every category of criminal offense, including Murder, Assault, Drug Offenses, Theft, Financial Crimes, Domestic Violence and DUI.

Mr. Stanley's law practice focuses on helping individuals accused of a crime or DUI in Colorado. His passion is to ensure that every step is taken, and every possible measure is used to achieve the best possible case outcome for his clients. To accomplish this, it is crucial that the prosecutor fully understands the total picture surrounding the facts of the case. This total picture is usually omitted when the police bring a case to the prosecutor. Mr. Stanley has developed a skill in identifying, developing and effectively presenting the aspects of a case that places his clients in the best possible light. Many of Mr. Stanley's clients have been falsely accused. When he takes on a case where the client has been falsely accused, Mr. Stanley works tirelessly to uncover what is missing in the police investigation and reveal the truth. Of course, each case is different and defensible to different degrees. Mr. Stanley's clients are consistently extremely satisfied with what he can accomplish for them.

Mr. Stanley's experience is not limited to the law. In addition to his legal training and extensive courtroom experience, Mr. Stanley has a diverse background, equipping him for problem solving, case fact analysis and the ability to easily relate to his clients as well as his opponents in the courtroom. Mr. Stanley believes a well-rounded person with varied life experiences is important to the successful pracice of law, which involves significant personal and human interaction. Mr. Stanley has a broad background of life experiences, including the following: Crewman on a helicopter search and rescue team with the U.S National Park Service, wild land firefighter with the U.S. Forest Service and the U.S. Department of Interior, sergeant in the U.S. Marine Corps, with an Honorable Discharge and Professional forester in the Pacific Northwest for a major timber company.

Mr. Stanley is known for his tenacity, attention to detail and requirement of a complete and comprehensive investigation on every case he accepts. When necessary, he employs only the most experienced and competent investigators. When he accepts a case, he will make it his mission to work tirelessly to uncover every aspect and nuance in the case to determine what makes it unique and what can lead to the best possible outcome for his clients.

A history of proven results from actual clients is the best test to base the decision on which lawyer to hire. You can view testimonials from Mr. Stanley's actual clients by clicking Client Testimonials, or you can view Mr. Stanley's client testimonials on the premier lawyer review website .

Mr. Stanley is licensed to practice law in Colorado State Courts (reg. #13475), the U.S. District Court, District of Colorado and the U.S. Supreme Court. His practice includes the entire front range area, including Jefferson, Denver, Arapahoe, Adams, Boulder, Douglas, Broomfield, Elbert, Gilpin, Kiowa, Larimer, Weld, Summit, Clear Creek, Park, Summit, Grand, El Paso, Eagle, Lake, Teller, Lakewood, Arvada and Golden. Mr. Stanley is a member of the Colorado Bar Association, the Colorado Criminal Defense Bar Association and the American Bar Association.

35 Years Experience Criminal Law, Former Deputy District Attorney, Aggressive and Thorough Criminal Defense, Many Satisfied Clients, Over 100 Five Star Reviews

35 Years Experience Criminal Law, Former Deputy District Attorney, Aggressive and Thorough Criminal Defense, Many Satisfied Clients, Over 140 Five Star Reviews

35 Years Experience Criminal Law, Former Deputy District Attorney, Aggressive and Thorough DUI and Criminal Defense, Many Satisfied Clients, Over 140 Five Star Reviews

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 70%

Felony and misdemeanor charges. Murder, Assault, Robbery, Domestic Violence, Violent Crime, Theft, Burglary, Embezelment, Arson, Weapons Crimes, Sex Crimes, Child Abuse, Drug Crimes, Welfare Fraud, all levels of crimes.

41 years

70%

DUI and DWI 30%

DUI, Vehicular Assault, Vehicular Homicide, Reckless Driving & Major Traffic Offenses, License Revocation Hearings (DMV)

41 years

30%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Retainer

Sometimes

Payment Methods

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Awards

2024 2023 2022

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Licenses

Licensed in Colorado for 42 years

State: Colorado

Acquired: 1983

Active

No misconduct found

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Location

Stanley Law Office & TripleLLaw, PC

(720) 360-0529

Fax

(720) 900-4881

Fax

25548 Genesee Trail Rd., Golden, CO, 80401

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James Fulton Stanley III's Reviews

Overall Rating
This is an aggregated review score of Avvo and Lawyers.com reviews.

5.0 /5.0

210 Client Reviews

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5.0

(194)

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5.0

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Posted by Charlie | November 03, 2021 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Pulled off a miracle

The call from our son at the Denver County detention center came on Saturday afternoon, June 22nd. "Please help me, I've been in jail for 4 days, arrested and charged with DUI and several traffic offenses." We were in Virginia. I packed a bag and drove to Denver (earliest flight was Monday) non st...op to get him released on bond. First thing - find him a good lawyer. His mom came up with a list of about a half dozen lawyers based on online reviews. We reviewed them over the phone (I think I was driving through Kentucky at the time). Jim Stanley was our first choice based on the reviews. If anything they were understated to put it very mildly. We contacted and retained Jim on Monday morning. Jim quickly learned that our son also had two pending cases in Jefferson County - FTA for a probation revocation hearing for a 2018 DWAI conviction and a DUI. Talk about complex. Based on the facts and evidence in all cases, Jim formed a strategy to 1. Get help for our son - detox, recovery, and rehabilitation, medical and therapeutic. Jim made it clear to us that our son's health and well being were clearly the most important aspects of these cases. 2. Communicate continuously with the District Attorneys in all cases all the progress our son was making through professional medical and therapeutic help. Back this up with documentation. Make the case that our son was no longer a danger to himself or others. Jim was relentless and succeeded on all fronts. The DAs hold a lot of sway with the Judges and the Judges put lot of credence in what they say and recommend. Dealing with the DAs is clearly Jim's forte. 3. Show the DAs and Judges that our son was going above and beyond to get professional help and not just doing what POs and pre-trial officers required. 4. Show the DAs and Judges that our son has a very strong support system of friends, relatives, immediate family, employer, customers, etc. In our opinion most important is immediate family - especially mother and father if possible. Do this through detailed letters to the DAs/Judges. 5. Continue cases until our son had the time to get firmly into the medical and therapeutic treatment programs he so desperately needed, for Jim to prepare and disseminate associated documentation for the DA/Judges, and to verbally communicate this information to the DAs. 6. When the time was right based on all data and information provided to the DAs, work out plea agreements with the DAs. In court, written and verbal testimony from the DAs, our son, and immediate family carried the day. Even Jim was surprised at how favorable one of the cases turned out. In the end (today, 2 November, more than 4 months later) our son is not incarcerated, his fines and court costs manageable, and he is in a therapeutic program that is working. He is well on the road to recovery and back to being a productive member of society. Our son's lawyer, Jim Stanley, made this all happen. I cannot heap enough praise on him. He was spot on with everything he directed our son and us, his parents, to do. We have him to thank for our son's freedom and for being firmly on the road to recovery. It is still a long road, but thanks to Jim, our son is on it and headed in the right direction. 5 stars does not do Jim justice. Make it 10. Thanks a lot Jim.

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Posted by anonymous | July 11, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Nothing short of amazing

I had some serious charges against me that were jeopardizing my future. I had interviewed with a few lawyers and once I had spoken with Mr. Jim Stanley, I knew that I had found the best person to represent me and help me through this difficult time. Mr. Stanley worked very hard on my case and communi...cated with me every step of the way. I feel that he is a very compassionate and caring person. I am very thankful to have had Mr. Stanley on my side as he achieved the best outcome that was possible for my situation and I would highly recommend him to anyone in need of an amazing lawyer. He saved my life!

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Posted by Rose | June 03, 2021 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

He Achieved A Miracle for me. Forever Grateful

Jim ACHIEVED A MIRACLE in my situation. I Received a Ticket beginning of the year 29 point ticket. Reckless driving , leaving the scene and failure to report an accident. With 2 DUI's on my record. I was looking at Jail time and definitely losing my license. I knew I needed to hire private council. ...Based off the AVO reviews I retained James. One month later another 6 point speeding ticket.... Jim got my charge dismissed and I pled guilty to a defective vehicle charge. 3 days before court on my 29 point ticket, I received another ticket 4 points. Charges were dropped to Defective vehicle. James was able to get the DA on the phone and Negotiate a deal for me. After she had been dodging everyone else for months , I know this because other attorneys stated they were unable to reach the DA which is why they needed an extension. James got all my charges Dropped. I pled guilty to careless driving for 6 points on a 29 point ticket. 3 major traffic violations later within 2 months. I was able to keep my license with points to spare. NO probation , no community service. James resolved my Tickets in a timely manner. He was quick with response to my emails and questions , and believe me I had a lot. He is direct with his prices no hidden fees or additional charges. Mostly he is transparent and tells you the facts not what you want to hear like most attorneys. Jimmy the Dropped , Jim Justice should be his nickname. His No Games, NO BS approach on how he handles your case and the DA is comforting and I knew I was in good hands. A huge Thank you to the Stanley Law Office for his years of experiences and dedication to the job , for helping me get through a tough time in my life. I would be in Jail and unable to drive for a long time when I got out without him. I owe this man my life and he is worth every dollar and the reviews are on him are accurate. Hiring James was the best decision I've made in a long time.

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Posted by Maria | February 15, 2021 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

DUI down to DWAI and DUI DMV case dismissed

I can't even begin to express my gratitude to James Stanley. I was charged with DUI, careless driving and open container. Had a blood draw BAC of .183. He somehow worked with the DA to get the charge lowered to a DWAI with 12 months probation and all other charges dropped with no fines and no jail ti...me. Even the Judge said you have an amazing attorney to avoid jail time and a dwai with that BAC. Next he was able to get my DMV case completely dismissed... no interlock, no points, no license suspension. He worked so hard and was always available when I needed him. He was extremely knowledgeable and caring. I dont know what I would have done without him. He lives up to the reviews about him! It is a big decision trying to choose the right lawyer. And I can assure you James Stanley is right one for you too. Thanks James for saving me.

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Posted by Lisa | November 03, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

ASSAULT DOMESTIC VIOLENCE CASE DISMISSED

I don't feel that it is an overstatement to say that Mr. Stanley saved my life. He was a tireless and aggressive advocate on my behalf. He doggedly pursued my case with the DA's office, highlighting all of the inconsistencies in the complaining witness statements, as well as uncovering every flaw in... the case by going over every aspect of the investigation and reporting by law enforcement. In addition, Mr. Stanley demonstrated a vast amount of patience with me, as I had never been in any sort of legal trouble, whatsoever, and had an endless number of questions. Mr. Stanley empathetically answered every one. It is incredibly rare to find an attorney who actually cares and goes the extra mile, but Mr. Stanley is just such an attorney. I cannot recommend Mr. Stanley highly enough.

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James Fulton Stanley III's Lawyer Endorsements

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Francine Early

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 10

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer. I'm a lawyer in Connecticut. A local client needed a referral for a DWI arrest in Colorado. Very fortunately we found Jim Stanley. He won the DMV hearing even though the facts were not all that favorable and he negotiated a plea to avoid loss of license. I was involved as intermediary. Jim was readily available to me and the client. The results could not have been better. I heartily recommend Jim."

David Thomas

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Jim is one of the hardest working and most detailed lawyer I know. I would trust him to represent a family member or close friend. His skills have been sharpened over many years of successful practice."

James Finegan

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I've worked with Jim for many years, first as a felony prosecutor and now on my side as a criminal defense attorney. I have great respect for his knowledge of the law and fairness that he brought to prosecuting my clients. He was always a man of his word, and that is not universal in our profession. Now as a criminal defense attorney, he brings a huge advantage to his clients as he knows the inside of the opposition, how they think and work, and can turn that to his clients' benefit. He also has excellent knowledge of the law, much more so than the average prosecutor, which again only works to the benefit of his defense clients. I recommend Jim highly."

Peter Larato

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have practiced on the other side of the courtroom during Jim's tenure as a felony prosecutor of the Jefferson County, Colorado, Office of the District Attorney. I can say that at that time Jim was a formidable opponent who prosecuted cases fairly and ethically. Now that Jim has been practicing criminal defense law, I can see that he is investing the same degree of care, knowledge and proficiency he invested as a prosecutor in each criminal case he defends. I have been thoroughly impressed with the dedication and resourcefulness he invests in the defense of his clients who face pending criminal charges. His defense to say the least is vigorous and thorough. Jim is one of the best criminal defense lawyers I have known in my seventeen years of practice as a criminal defense lawyer, and of course, I would enthusiastically and without reservation recommend Jim to anyone facing charges. He is what I call a top-drawer attorney. Peter D. Larato Attorney at Law"

Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

Scott Robinson

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 24

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Jim Stanley is a terrific litigator and person. As a former prosecutor, he has unique insight into the criminal justice system, perspective that he uses to the great benefit of his clients. He is a highly effective negotiator who can persuade even the toughest of DAs to treat his clients fairly, and he is fully capable of trying even the most difficult of cases. I heartily recommend him to anyone seeking top-notch legal counsel in a criminal case."

Maureen O'Brien

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 11

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Jim for many years, and always found him to be a smart, thorough and ethical lawyer. He was a prosecutor for many years and was always pleasant and fair in his dealings with me. He is compassionate about his clients and about the justice system and its problems, and will do his utmost for every client."

Andrew Contiguglia

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 02

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"JIm has recently left the world of prosecution and entered the world of private practice. I've known him since my fledgling days in the Jefferson County DA's office over 16 years ago. Recently, I've managed to have several cases against him when he was a prosecutor. I have always found Jim to be passionate about his cases while open minded about resolution. He is a strong advocate for his clients and always prepared for court. He has managed some of the largest dockets in the state and his trial practice is paramount."

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Experience

Rating: 10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2015

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers

2015

Nation's Top One Percent, The National Association of Distinguished Counsel

2014

Client/Peer Review Rating Distinguished, 4.4 out of 5.0, Martindale-Hubbell

1992

Administration of Justice, Law, Colorado Peace Officer Standards & Training Board

1978

Magna Cum Laude, Northern Arizona University

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Work Experience

2012 - Present

Attorney, James F stanley, Attorney At Law

1984 - 2012

Senior Trial Lawyer, Jefferson County Colorado District Attorney's Office

1983 - 1983

Prosecutor Intern, City Of Phoenix Prosecutor's Office

1979 - 1980

Professional Forester, Champion International Corporation

1978 - 1978

Professional Forester, U.S. Dept. of Interior

1976 - 1977

Fire/Rescue, U.S. Dept. Interior, National Park Service

1971 - 1975

Sergeant, U.S. Marine Corps

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Associations

2014 - Present

Colorado Lawyers for Colorado Veterans

Volunteer Attorney

2013 - Present

Colorado Criminal Defense Bar Association

Attorney Member

1984 - Present

Colorado Bar Association

Attorney Member

2018 - 2019

First Judicial District Bar Association

Board Member

2013 - 2016

American Bar Association

Attorney Member

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