Sarah Jay Schielke

Sarah Jay Schielke

4.9
Rating: 8.9

Licensed for 15 years

Civil rights Lawyer at Loveland, CO
Practice Areas: Civil Rights, DUI & DWI, Criminal Defense

1209 Cleveland Avenue, Loveland, CO

About Sarah

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Civil Rights 45%

16 years

45%
DUI and DWI 45%

16 years

45%
Criminal Defense 10%

Specializing in DUI Defense.

16 years

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 350-450 per hour

Pro bono

20 %

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Colorado for 15 years

State: Colorado

Acquired: 2010

Active

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2024

Location

The Life & Liberty Law Office

1209 Cleveland Avenue, Loveland, CO, 80537

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Sarah Jay Schielke's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

60 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 7 reviews | Compassion

Posted by Katie | October 30, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

A brilliant attorney who really cares

I hired Sarah to represent me in a felony case and a misdemeanor case. She is brilliant, easy to contact, and cares deeply for her clients. Sarah helped me handle a very scary time in my life with dignity and respect.

Posted by Sarah | August 14, 2020 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

THE VERY BEST ATTORNEY OUT THERE- DUI

I would give Sarah a million stars out of 5 if I could!!! It sounds dramatic, but when your entire life is on the line, it is not. I was facing a serious DUI charge and she got my case DISMISSED!! Being a Board Certified medical provider, a conviction would've ruined life for me as I know it (with 7+... years of college down the drain). Sarah is literally a life saver and vindicator. She fought like crazy for me, is relentless, extremely knowledgeable, incredibly skilled, and upholds people to the highest level of the law. She WILL fight for your rights (seemingly to the death), is very accessible/responds in a timely manner, authentic/transparent, and demonstrates a true heart for her clients and justice. Sarah is MAGNIFICENT in the courtroom and uses her knowledge of the law with both wisdom and prowess. She backs all her words with ACTIONS and quite frankly has not only renewed my faith in the legal system, but humanity as a whole. To anyone who takes the outcome of their case seriously, Sarah is an ABSOLUTE must!!! Words cannot say enough! Sarah, thank you from the bottom of my heart! For giving me my life, my career, and my freedom back (sanity too).

Posted by Adrian | September 06, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents

Sarah Is Amazing

My situation has a very long back story. In short I was involved in a Auto vs Motorcycle accident. I was in the car and was hit by the Motorcyclist. It seemed like a very straight forward case and I didn't even think I needed to get any lawyer involved. However when the police department investiga...ted they were finding and supporting facts that made me the perpetrator and the other party the victim. The other party was severely injured and the police were more interested in the injured person than in me. They built a very challenging case to defend with very broad catch all terminology. My wife and I were overwhelmed and realized we needed to seek some sort of council. At first we thought that we could get away with a very basic defense and the truth and facts would stand on its own. We hired a less experienced lawyer and moved forward. After digging into our case the lawyer was very concerned. The other party was very outspoken and was demanding prosecution to the fullest extent of the law and demanding restitutions. It was very hard for me to understand how I was in this situation because the facts in this case supported that the motorcycle was in-fact driving with-ought a license and was driving recklessly. After thinking about the worst case scenarios we decided that we needed to find a lawyer that had experience in this realm to help us understand how and why we have found ourselves in this situation. My wife and I are working people and with a heavy heart we retained Sarah. We knew it was going to be an expense, but the long lasting repercussions from the worst case scenario would cost way more in the long run. Sarah took our case and immediately went to work dissecting it. She was able to draw out all the facts and was confident that we could defend this case with a positive outcome. She took the time to understand all the facts, researched all the aspects of the case, and understood the implications this had on our family. It took a year to get our case in front of a judge. Until then I had been made out to be a monster, and no one was interested in hearing my side of the facts. It felt as if I was guilty and trying to prove my innocence. Sarah got to the bottom of the situation quickly. She used an investigator and an accident reconstructionist to get to the facts in an unbiased way. She was able to prove everything I had been trying to tell the authorities and what the facts supported. She was extremely professional and thorough. In the end I was found not guilty. I don't think I would have had that outcome with-ought her. It was a very challenging case to navigate and she was able to navigate it. If anyone finds themselves lost and overwhelmed in the legal system I would highly recommend Sarah. She was simply amazing. I cant thank her enough for what she did for my family. It was a great expense to endure, but worth every penny. When my trail was over the judge pulled Sarah aside and complimented her. Sarah Schielke is an amazing lawyer that will fight for you, I will always be indebted to her.

Posted by anonymous | January 15, 2019 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Intelligent, professional and will fight for you

Sarah is awesome. Not a typical do the minimum turnkey attorney. She shows genuine care for her clients and helped me get out of a little bit of a sticky situation with a DUI. She has a great wealth of knowledge surrounding the law and I would not hesitate to suggest someone hire her. Other attorneys... seemed to be more on the cookie cutter get a plea deal with lesser outcome for you approach to it, which I'm sure is a huge money maker FOR them. Sarah was ready to take the gloves off and go to trial if need be and I would not want to be the person that had to go up against her. She was always available for questions and gave me honest answers to help me decide what was in my own best interest in this process.

Posted by Mark | October 24, 2017 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Win number 15 for Sarah!

Sarah did a wonderful job with my defense. I am a trucker. Thankfully, I saw Sarah on a local news channel with a win for another CDL holder. Contacted, and hired her two days later. Fired my first attorney. I had a high bac while driving, and a careless driving charge. She helped me feel at ea...se from the start. She is promt in returning phone calls and or texts. Willing to work with payments. With a verdict of 'Not Guilty', my CDL is intact! Thank You so much!!

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Sarah Jay Schielke's Lawyer Endorsements

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Ali Ebrahimzadeh

Unknown lawyer | Jan 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Adrienne Teodorovic

DUI and DWI lawyer | Dec 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Sarah has knack for creativity in defense of the accused, which no doubt contributes to her success as a defender. Not only is she a stellar attorney, but she's also a team player--she regularly gives back to the defense community by sharing useful strategies and participating as a speaker in continuing legal education programs. I endorse Sarah."

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Leonard Frieling

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Were I to find myself in need of criminal defense, I would feel lucky and honored to have Sarah defending me. She has demonstrated both dedication and creativity."

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Andrea Hall

DUI and DWI lawyer | Dec 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. She is a great lawyer and will fight for your Constitutional rights. She get's the job done!"

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Jeffrey McComas

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Sarah is the Goddess of the Law. I worship the courthouse steps upon which she walks."

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Barre Sakol

DUI and DWI lawyer | Dec 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have been practicing for over 40 years. I can't remember the last time that I saw an attorney with Sarah's skill, knowledge and passion. When you retain Sarah, you simply retain the best. If I got a DUI, Sarah would be one of the first calls I would make."

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Timothy Bussey

DUI and DWI lawyer | May 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Sarah is highly respected in the legal community. She has magnificent trial skills and is a superior advocate. I endorse Sarah."

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Andrea Carter

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 13

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Sarah is one of the smartest criminal defense attorneys around."

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Troy Krenning

Criminal defense lawyer | May 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Sarah is a "true" defender and not afraid of those in power. Sarah works hard for her clients. Her understanding of the law is superb. I highly recommend Sarah of you are facing serious charges."

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Ann Toney

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Sarah Schielke is a smart and knowledgeable lawyer who fights for her clients. Sarah is fearless and relentless when defending her clients. I have seen Sarah go well above and beyond in fighting for a client. Another thing about Sarah, she prevails with her absolute no-holds-bar approach. I would not hesitate to refer a loved one to Sarah as no one would do a better job for them."

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Donald Huey

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Adrienne Teodorovic

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Andrea Hall

Criminal defense lawyer

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Leonard Frieling

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Jeffrey McComas

Criminal defense lawyer

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Barre Sakol

Criminal defense lawyer

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Andrea Carter

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Troy Krenning

Litigation lawyer

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Ann Toney

DUI and DWI lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.9 (Excellent)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2024.

Censure issued in CO, 2024

updated on 04/22/2024

This means the attorney did something wrong, but the Bar did not suspend the lawyer. Typically in this case the lawyer's poor behavior is exposed to the public in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior.

Honors

2020

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2019

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2018

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2018

Top 10% of DUI Lawyers in USA, Lawyers of Distinction

2017

Top 10% of Lawyers in USA, Lawyers of Distinction

2017

Top 10% of DUI Lawyers in USA, Lawyers of Distinction

2016

2016 Best of Loveland - Criminal Justice Attorney, Loveland Business Recognition

Work Experience

2010 - Present

Attorney/Owner, The Life & Liberty Law Office

Associations

2017 - Present

Colorado Criminal Defense Bar Association

Board Member

2015 - Present

DUI Defense Lawyers Association

Member

2010 - Present

Colorado Criminal Defense Bar Association

Member

2010 - Present

Colorado Bar Association

Member

2020 - 2020

DUI Defense Lawyers Association

2nd Vice-President

2019 - 2019

DUI Defense Lawyers Association

Parliamentarian

2019 - 2019

Colorado Criminal Defense Bar Association

DUI Conference Course Director

2019 - 2019

DUI Defense Lawyers Association

Course Director - Nashville DUI Conference

2017 - 2017

DUI Defense Lawyers Association

Course Director - Austin DUI Defense Seminar

2016 - 2016

DUI Defense Lawyers Association

Course Director

2016 - 2016

Colorado Criminal Defense Bar Association

Presenter - Annual DUI Defense Conference

2015 - 2017

National College of DUI Defense

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Felony DUI - Larimer County

Not Guilty - All Counts

DUI - Larimer County - Marijuana & Alcohol

DUI Dismissed

Vehicular Assault, DUI (Drugs) - Boulder County

All major charges dismissed. Client pleaded to a traffic infraction and received unsupervised probation, no fine, no community service.

DUI - Boulder County - Alcohol

Not Guilty - All Counts

DUI - Weld County - Alcohol

Not Guilty - All Counts

DUI - Larimer County - Marijuana

DUI Dismissed. Client pleaded to traffic infraction.

DUI - Weld County - Marijuana

Not guilty

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Education

2008

Boston University School of Law

J.D.

2005

Middlebury College

B.A.

Speaking Engagements

2017

DUI Defense - Spring Seminar Winning Marijuana DUI/DWAIs

2016

Intoxilyzer 9000 - How to Attack

DUI Defense - Challenging the Intoxilyzer

2016

DUI Defense - Mile High Summer Seminar

Voir Dire Techniques for Beating Breath Test Machines

2016

DUI Defense - Mile High Summer Seminar Winning Marijuana DUIs

2016

DUI Conference in Breckenridge 2016

DUI Defense - Jury Instructions and Theory of Defense Strategy

2016

2016 Annual DUI Defense Conference

Voir Dire Techniques for Beating the Intoxilyzer 9000

Publications

2016

Colorado Criminal Defense Bar - 2016 DUI Defense Conference Materials DUI Jury Instructions: The NG Guide

Languages

English

Activity

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