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James Fulton Stanley III
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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
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Criminal Defense
70%
41 years
DUI and DWI
30%
41 years
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Licenses
Licensed in Colorado for 42 years
State: Colorado
Acquired: 1983
No misconduct found
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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Posted by Jeffrey | May 26, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Miracle Worker
I would like to express my deepest gratitude for Mr. James Stanley. I came to Mr. Stanley with an 11-year-old felony warrant. The charge was a class 4 felony possession, with potentially 2 to 6 years in prison, and up to half a million dollar fine. There was an added challenge that the case needed t...
Posted by anonymous | May 03, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Deferred action
I was being charged with a theft felony and my car had been impounded by the police. James Stanley is very experienced and extremely professional. He fought to get me the best result. He was able to negotiate the return of my car and the majority of the fees taken away. He convinced the DA to agree t...
Posted by Ryan | April 11, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Best Criminal defense attorney in Colorado!
I was charged with Assault and Interference With Peace Officer. The District Attorney had an eye witness. I have a prior assault arrest and I was facing serious jail. I did a lot of research looking for an experienced and aggressive attorney. The best decision I have ever made was hiring attorney Jam...
Posted by anonymous | January 10, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Exceptional Attorney.
I was very fortunate to have legal representation by James Stanley. My case involved a serious felony charge that could have resulted in life in prison. Jim met with me and we went over the details of my case and he agreed to represent me. At every step along the way, he was thorough and explained...
Posted by Gustavo | December 14, 2015 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
There's no better lawyer! Mr. Stanley is the best!
First off, thank you so much for everything. The fact of having a blood alcohol level over .2, and an accident, along with other charges (which were dismissed!), I was bound to face jail time. The day of my sentence, I was able to avoid any jail time whatsoever in addition avoiding any fines! I'm tha...
James Fulton Stanley III's Lawyer Endorsements
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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"
"I endorse James. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"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."
"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."
"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
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
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
Associations
2014 - Present
Colorado Lawyers for Colorado VeteransVolunteer Attorney
2013 - Present
Colorado Criminal Defense Bar AssociationAttorney Member
1984 - Present
Colorado Bar AssociationAttorney Member
2018 - 2019
First Judicial District Bar AssociationBoard Member
2013 - 2016
American Bar AssociationAttorney Member
Sample of Legal Cases
Assault Case, Jefferson County
Case Dismissed in its Entirety
Child Abuse Case, Jefferson County
Case Dismissed in its Entirety
Assault Case, Denver County
Case Dismissed in its Entirety
Assault Case, Lakewood Court
Case Dismissed in its Entirety
Assault Case, Arapahoe County
Case Dismissed in its Entirety
Assault, Child Abuse, Elbert County
Case Dismissed in its Entirety
Park County Assault , Domestic Violence
Case dismissed in entirety
Education
1983
Arizona State University College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1981
Arizona State University College of Business Administration
course work
1978
Northern Arizona University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2008
Colorado District Attorneys Association
PowerPoint Presentations For Jury Trials
1993
Red Rocks Community College
5th Amendment (Miranda) Law
Languages
English
Activity
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Q&A
If some ogragrabs legs and pulls me almost out of chair while iam asleep would it be self defense if I hit them upon waking up.
17 Mar 2021
Q&A
Harassment charge with DM, first offense of any kind
27 Dec 2020
Q&A
Will I be arrested for having an open warrant when I show up for jury duty?
01 Dec 2017