Miller Leonard - Lawyer in Golden, CO

Miller Mccrea Leonard

Federal crime Attorney at Golden, CO

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Strong legal skills; compassionate and prompt with responses to my questions

Excellent, reliable super lawyer!!!

I never imagine or think about getting into trouble before. Being first time to be accused of something not intentionally meant to do is really a heartbreaking, emotional wreck, stressful moments in my life. Attorney Miller Leonard is truly a blessing for me and my family. He fought for me all the way to get back my freedom, my life, honor and career. I am truly grateful for what he had done for me and get positive outcome more than I expected. He is very professional, patient, genuinely care to his client, and very responsive to all my concerns regarding my case. I highly recommended him to anyone who needed legal help in times of this very stressful situation just i've have been through.

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Practice areas

Criminal defense

35%

I practice in federal, state, and municipal courts. I have handled thousands of criminal cases - from misdemeanors to first-degree murder. I handle domestic violence cases, sex crimes, general crimes, property crimes, and white-collar crimes.
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24 years, 2,500 cases
Federal crime

35%

I am a former Special Assistant United States Attorney as well as a former member of the CJA panel for the Western District of Missouri. I am a current member of the CJA panel for the District of Colorado. This is a select panel of attorneys who are cleared to handle federal criminal defense appointments in the District of Colorado.
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17 years
DUI and DWI

10%

I am a prior DUI/DWI Prosecutor. I attended specialized training as both a Prosecutor and defense attorney in the area of DUI/DWI.

24 years, 1,200 cases
Sex crime

10%

I handle all types of sex crimes cases both in federal and state courts.
Expungement

5%

Colorado has robust expungement and sealing statutes and I handle all of these matters.

12 years
White collar crime

5%

White Collar matters are complex, demanding, and require great attention to detail. I have handled matters ranging from tax charges to complex fraud investigations.

20 years

I am a former State Prosecuting Attorney, and a former Special Assistant United States Attorney as well as a former State Public Defender. My entire legal career has been spent in criminal law, either as a prosecutor or a defense attorney. As an attorney in private practice, I focus on representing individuals facing federal criminal defense charges, as well as state and municipal charges. I also represent individuals in family law cases.

I am a former Commissioner for the Missouri State Public Defender System, as well as a former member of the Missouri Advisory Sentencing Commission. I am a current member of the District of Colorado's Criminal Justice Act Standing Committee and Selection Committee as well as a member of the Criminal Justice Act Panel.

My office is in Golden, Colorado. I handle state cases in the Denver Metropolitan Area. I will handle federal cases across the country.

I am licensed in Colorado and Missouri.

Licensed for 23 years

State CO

Status Active

Acquired 2009

Updated 01/13/2023

State MO

Status Inactive

Acquired 1999

Updated 01/01/2023

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

Contact Miller

Miller Leonard, PC

14143 Denver West Pkwy Ste 100

Golden, CO, 80401-3275

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3 customer reviews

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Posted by Ben | June 5, 2018

Strong legal skills; compassionate and prompt with responses to my questions

I needed a travel permit, which my probation officer refused to give me despite a spotless record. The travel was necessary for a new job. Miller got right on this and got the job done.

Posted by anonymous | May 27, 2017

Excellent, reliable super lawyer!!!

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Posted by Hank | February 4, 2014

Quiet Confidence and an Earned Reputation for Excellence

Miller Leonard is the rare combination of a tactical trial lawyer and razor sharp author of devastating motions. He exudes a quiet confidence that more boastful and less talented lawyers envy. Why? When you are good, you don't have to remind people. When you are great, you can calmly walk in, kick tail, and tip your hat as you walk out. That's Miller! When you need the best, search no further! That attorney is Miller Leonard. He will set the bar high and glide over it for your case.

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Resume

AVVO RATING 10.0 (Superb)

Work Experience

President
Miller Leonard, PC
2007 - Present

Special Prosecuting Attorney
Special Prosecutor - Platte County
2005 - 2008

City Prosecuting Attorney
City Prosector
2005 - 2007

Associate Attorney
Keleher and Eastman
2005 - 2007

Associate
The Regan Law Firm
2004 - 2005

Special Assistant United States Attorney
United States Attorney District of Western Missouri
2004 - 2004

Deputy Prosecuting Attorney
Platte County Prosecutor's Office
2003 - 2004

Attorney
Legal Aid Of Western Missouri
1999 - 1999

Assistant Public Defender
Missouri State Public Defender's Office
1999 - 2003

Legal Intern
Missouri State Public Defender System
1998 - 1998

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Education

University of Missouri - Kansas City School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1998

University of Kansas
BA - Bachelor of Arts
1995

Legal Cases

United States of America v. Johnson
Client received time served plus 45 days.

United States of America v. Wenter
Reduced to a misdemeanor

United States v. Murray
Client received a variant sentence (less than recommended guideline sentence.)

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Associations

Criminal Justice Standing Committee for the District of Colorado
Member
2017 - Present

Selction Committee Criminal Justice Act for the District of Colorado
Member
2017 - Present

Criminal Justic Coordinating Committee
Member
2017 - Present

Colorado Criminal Defense Bar Association
Member
2014 - Present

Criminal Justice Act Panel, District of Colorado
Member
2010 - Present

Colorado Bar
Member
2009 - Present

Missouri State Bar Association
Member
1999 - Present

Missouri Bar, Criminal Law Committee
Member
N/A

National College of DUI Defense
Member
2015 - 2016

Missouri Advisory Sentencing Commission
Member
2006 - 2010

Kansas City Metropolitan Bar Association
Young Lawyers Section
2006 - 2007

Missouri State Public Defender Commission
Commissioner
2005 - 2012

Criminal Justice Act Panel Western District of Missouri
Member
2005 - 2012

Kansas City Chamber of Commerce Centurions Program
Member
2005 - 2005

Platte County Bar Association
Member
2000 - 2007

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Languages Spoken

English

Awards

Top 100 Trial Lawyers
The National Trial Lawyers
2016

Lead Counsel Rated
Law Info
2015

Lead Counsel Rated
Law Info
2014

Member
CJA Panel Member
2010

SAUSA
Special Assistant United States Attorney
2004

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Publications

Jefferson County Bar Association
Prompt Presentment
2011

Missouri Association of Prosecuting Attorneys
Prosecutorial Discovery Obligations
2004

Speaking Engagements

Advance Negotiations
Setting the Stage for Power Departures and Variances
2017

CJA Panel of Colorado
Proffer Sessions: Gift or Trap?
2015

Criminal Justice Symposium
Cyber Crime and Technology
2011

Fall Training - Federal Public Defenders
Prompt Presentment and Rule 5(a) and Corley v. United States
2011

Volunteer Attorneys for JAMLAC
Domestic Violence Victim Law and Resources
2010

Kansas City Metropolitan Bar Association
Immigration Consequences of Criminal Convictions
2008

Kansas City Metropolitan Bar Association
Immigration Consequences of Criminal Convictions
2007

Missouri Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Defending a DWI Case
2007

Missouri Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Cross Examination Tips from the Masters
2007

Platte County Prosector's Training for LEO
Search Warrants
2003

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Attorney endorsements

Received (10)

Given (24)

Endorse Miller

David Owen

Criminal defense Attorney | Jun 22
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Miller and I both practiced in Kansas City, Missouri before returning to Colorado. His knowledge and skill are applied for the benefit of his clients."

Travis Newton

DUI and DWI Attorney | Aug 04
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

Michael Waddington

Criminal defense Attorney | Jun 07
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

James Willard

Criminal defense Attorney | Feb 14
Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Miller Leonard can handle complex criminal matters in both state and federal court. If someone has an important matter in Kansas City or Denver, I refer them to Miller."

John Edgar

Criminal defense Attorney | Feb 13
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly recommend Miller Leonard. I have known Miller for many years. He is a knowledgeable, smart and well-prepared attorney. He is without question an advocate any client would want on his/her side."

J. Bergford

Federal crime Attorney | Feb 10
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Miller is a great person and a wonderful lawyer. He has lots of valuable experience in his practice areas. I would trust him with my legal matters."

Michael Feeback

Criminal defense Attorney | Feb 06
Relationship: Co-worker

"I highly endorse Miller. He is an aggressive defense attorney with an astute dedication to protecting his client's rights. Very professional."

Jarrett Johnson

Criminal defense Attorney | Feb 05
Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Miller is a superb lawyer when everything is on the line. He is a fierce and detail-oriented advocate. He has the technical skills of a trial lawyer and the passion of a storyteller. In the courtroom, you need both. I recommend him highly!"

Robertson Cohen

Criminal defense Attorney | Feb 05
Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have known Miller for a very long time. He is honest and hard working. He will always tell you the truth and will not churn fees in order to line his own pockets. He will look out for your best interests."

Derek Samuelson

Criminal defense Attorney | Feb 04
Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer, especially for federal matters. Miller and I have worked together in the past on federal cases. He's very knowledgeable and hard-working. His results speak for themselves."

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Stephen Higinbotham

Criminal defense