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Justie Dee Nicol
also known as Justie Dee Coyne
About Justie
Biography
Colorado Lawyer Team is a criminal defense, civil litigation, and animal law firm serving much of Colorado, including all major metro areas and some rural regions. Justie Nicol, founder and CEO, is also the firm's visionary with over 15 years of legal experience. Justie specializes in criminal defense, felonies, misdemeanors, traffic violations, DUIs/DWAIs, domestic violence, and protection orders.
Previously, Justie served as a Deputy District Attorney. Her legal expertise spans workers' compensation claims, bankruptcy, tax issues, and class-action lawsuits. Justie is a graduate of Colorado State University and the University of Denver Sturm College of Law, and is a true Colorado native. As a cost-effective and savvy attorney, Justie is dedicated to providing comprehensive defense and expert advice to guide clients through unfamiliar legal challenges.
Colorado Lawyer Team is paperless, ensuring connectivity and responsiveness in a virtual environment. COLawTeam is an all-woman team and has principal offices in Greenwood Village, Fort Collins, and Loveland. The attorneys regularly travel across approximately one-third of Colorado. Let COLawTeam get justice for you today!
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
75%
17 years | 5,000 cases
DUI and DWI
15%
17 years | 1,000 cases
Animal Law
10%
17 years | 500 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 350-450 per hour
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in Colorado for 18 years
State: Colorado
Acquired: 2007
No misconduct found
Licensed in Idaho for 15 years
State: Idaho
Acquired: 2010
No misconduct found
Location
Colorado Lawyer Team
1205 W. Elizabeth Unit K, PO Box 728, Fort Collins, CO, 80522
Colorado Lawyer Team
7375 East Orchard Road, Suite 600, Greenwood Village, CO, 80111
Colorado Lawyer Team
3553 Clydesdale Pkwy, Suite 104, Loveland, CO, 80538
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Posted by Glenn and Nate | April 08, 2016 | Hired Attorney
10 of 10 for matters dealing with commercial leases.
Office was warm cozy and comfortable, not pretentious like many lawyers. Justie Nicol was professional, no non-sense, organized, clear, and explained things as we went along. She was a good listener and gave us all the time we needed without trying to dictate or impose her professional opinion. Hones...
Justie Dee Nicol's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Justie is an experienced, creative and caring attorney!"
"Justie Nicol is better versed in animal law here in Colorado than most (if not all) other attorneys. In fact, she is the author of the chapter on Colorado animal law in the Colorado Bar Association's upcoming treatise on torts in our state! If you ever find yourself in need of an attorney who excels in all matters of animal law issues, contact her."
"I endorse this lawyer. Justie is a knowledgeable and creative lawyer. She remains professional in all situations and always zealously advocates for her clients."
"Justie is an accomplished criminal trial attorney. Although she cut her teeth as a prosecutor, she is a committed criminal defender and she is an asset to the criminal defense community. I wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone facing criminal or traffic charges."
"I highly endorse this lawyer! I have known Justie for 10 years now and she fights hard for her clients and gets amazing results. She is passionate and sensitive to clients needs and I would use her anytime I ever need help with anything juvenile, criminal, real estate, or landlord/tenant related. Basically everything!"
"Justie, is a very dedicated, committed, and hard-working attorney. She will fight for your Constitutional rights, and ensure that you receive due process and your day in court. I endorse this attorney in criminal law."
"Justie is very conscientious about her work as an attorney. She cares about the client and doing what is right for that client. Her high ethical standards and level of professionalism all contribute to make her an outstanding attorney."
"Justie and I participate together in a mentorship group. I am highly impressed by her intelligence, her collegiality, and her knowledge. I heartily endorse her."
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Experience
Honors
2006
Law Alumni Merit Scholarship, University of Denver Law
2006
Judge James C. Starkweather Memorial Scholarship, University of Denver Law
2006
Moye White Scholarship, University of Denver Law
2005
Moot Court Board, University of Denver Law
Work Experience
2011 - 2015
Deputy District Attorney, 18th Judicial District District Attorney's Office
2010 - 2011
Contract Attorney, ACLU of Idaho
2010 - 2011
Associate Attorney, Martelle, Bratton, and Associates
2010 - 2011
Unemployment Appeals Attorney, Idaho Industrial Commission
2007 - 2010
Associate Attorney, Ritsema & Lyon, P.C.
2005 - 2005
Law Clerk, Jenkins & Kennedy, LLP
2005 - 2007
Law Clerk, Robinson Waters & O'dorisio, PC
Associations
2016 - Present
Colorado Criminal Defense Bar
2016 - Present
Larimer County Women's Bar Association
2016 - Present
WOLF Pack (Women Owned Law Firms)
2015 - Present
Fort Collins Chamber of Commerce
2015 - Present
Rotary Club of Fort Collins
2015 - Present
University of Denver, Institute for Human Animal ConnectionFellow
2010 - Present
Idaho Bar Association
2007 - Present
Colorado Bar Association
Sample of Legal Cases
ASCSU Takes On U+2
Pending
Education
2007
University of Denver - Sturm College of Law
Juris Doctorate
2004
Colorado State University
BA/BS
Speaking Engagements
2016
Rotary Satellite Club of Fort Collins
Speaking Engagement-Animal Crime
2016
Guest Lecturer
Speaking Engagement-Animal Crime
2016
CAACO Annual Conference
How to Testify in Trial and Motions
2015
DU-Sturm College of Law
Animal Law Guest Lecturer
2015
DU Graduate School of Social Work
The LINK
2015
Colorado Association of Animal Control Officers Annual Conference
Animal Investigation and Laws
2014
Colorado Organization for Victim Assistance Annual Conference 2014
Animal Cruelty Victims (both human and animal)
2014
Colorado District Attorneys Council Annual Conference 2014
Animal Cruelty Prosecution
2013
Greenwood Village Police Department Officer Education
Domestic Violence Strangulation Investigation and Prosecution
Publications
2016
NLO Post and Blog
Did Peyton Dope? Should He Sue for Defamation?
2016
2016
Jusite for Justice Blog
Blizzard Calls for Traction Laws in Colorado for First Time
2016
Justie for Justice Blog
Spring Break as We Know It Is Over
2016
2016
NLO Blog
Entrepreneurship = Never Satisfied
2015
NLO Post and Blog
Skiing Safe; 5 Tips for Handling Liability on the Slopes!
2015
NLO Post and Blog
Cyber Monday Turns 10
2015
NLO Post and Blog
Three Famous Presidents All Created Thanksgiving As We Know It
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
Is it normal to have two of the same charges at the same time one in municipal court and one in County Court?
29 Nov 2023
Q&A
I think I may be charged with felony shoplifting in Colorado. Will I go to jail?
02 Dec 2023
Q&A
What would cause a state to deny a probation transfer request?
29 Nov 2023