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The McDowell law firm handles DUI, criminal defense and personal injury matters in Colorado.
Mr. McDowell is a trial attorney and a former prosecutor (Colorado Springs DA's office).
He is fluent in Portuguese and frequently works with Brazilians and other members of the Portuguese-speaking community in Colorado.
"My job in every case is to focus on the individual and their goals. Once we know where we want to get to, we can work on a road map together."
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2 N. Cascade Ave #1220, Colorado Springs, CO, 80903-1534
2 N. Cascade Ave #1220, Colorado Springs, CO, 80903
32 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 15 reviews | Criminal Defense
Posted by sarah | August 11, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Client
I initially called the McDowell Law Firm for guidance on how to proceed as a witness in a case. Josh personally called me back and was very helpful. He was quick to respond to all of my questions and explained all of the possible outcomes to me without bias. He was very professional and knowledgeable...
Posted by Amanda | October 19, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Awesome
Very attentive, polite, and professional from the momemt I met him all the way through until my case was settled. Couldnt ask for a better defense attorney. Highly recommend this guy!
Posted by Danny | February 17, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
THE BEST!
Josh was very professional and brought a calm to the storm of my DUI. I was able to retain my license, and no interlock. Also, i escaped with minimal consequences upon sentencing. I literally danced with a friend outside of the courtroom! All my friends with DUI'S are super jealous of my favorable ou...
Posted by anonymous | February 13, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Exceptional Defense Attorney!!
Recently I had my first ever criminal charge levied against me...four misdemeanors associated with domestic violence. I was largely ignorant of the realities of the criminal justice process and what, in general, lay in store for me. All I knew for certain was that I didn't seem to have anyone...
Posted by anonymous | January 02, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Very helpful
I was looking at receiving a DUI during an accident I had in Colorado Springs. By following his advice implicitly and trusting in the advice of my lawyer, he helped ensure a reduced sentence. It was a lot of work and not always easy, but he had good advice and I really appreciated all of his help. I ...
"When I was a DDA opposite Mr. McDowell on a number of matters, he always presented a creative and aggressive defense for his clients. I strongly recommend Mr. McDowell."
"Josh is well respected in the legal community for his breadth of knowledge and his ethical practice. He works diligently for his clients. It doesn't hurt that he also has a great sense of humor."
"I endorse Mr. McDowell. He is a knowledgable and effective advocate for his clients. Mr. McDowell obtains superior results for his clients and is well respected in the legal community."
"Josh has been opposing counsel on a variety of matters including domestic violence and DUIs. Josh is a zealous advocate for his clients and very knowledgable of the law."
"Josh McDowelll is an experienced criminal defense attorney. I don't hesitate to refer cases to him when one of my immigration clients has a criminal issue, because I know my clients will be in good hands."
"Mr. McDowell is a skilled attorney that represents clients in a professional, intelligent and zealous manner. He is an asset to the legal community and I fully endorse him."
"I endorse this lawyer. It has been a pleasure knowing Mr. McDowell. We have discussed facts and legalities of our cases. I find Mr. McDowell to be knowledgeable and very passionate about protecting his clients in the system."
"Josh has established himself as the "go-to-guy" for all things related to criminal defense law in Colorado. I send my clients to him, and consult with him on criminal law issues almost weekly because I trust him. He has consistently shown compassion for his clients, and very good results in their cases."
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2014
Top 40 under 40, National Trial Lawyers Association
2013
Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers
2013
Best of the Springs-Silver, Colorado Springs Gazette
2012
Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers
2012
Awarded "Excellent" Rating, Avvo
2012
Awarded "Superb" rating, Avvo
2012
Client Rating 5.0/5, Martindale-Hubbell
2011
"A" Rating, Better Business Bureau
2006
Tradition of Excellence Award, Fourth Judicial District Attorney's Office
2006
Trial Star of the Week, Fourth Judicial District Attorney's Office
2006
Excellence Award-Master of Juvenile, District Attorneys Office
2005
Trial Star of the Week, Fourth Judicial District Attorney's Office
2013 - Present
Attorney, The McDowell Law Firm, LLC
2007 - 2008
Attorney, Alternative Defense Counsel-State of Colorado
2007 - 2011
Court Appointed Counsel, Colorado Springs Municipal Court
2007 - 2013
Partner, McDowell Laybourne & Rodemer, LLC
2004 - 2007
Deputy District Attorney, Fourth Judicial District Attorney
2004 - 2004
Associate, Cage Williams Abelman Layden
2003 - 2004
Drug Court Intern, Denver District Attorney's Office
2012 - Present
National Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2012 - Present
Better Business Bureau
2011 - Present
National College of DUI DefenseMember
2011 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2003 - Present
Colorado Bar Association
2009 - 2010
El Paso County Bar AssociationLawyer Referral Board
2003 - 2003
American Bar AssociationMember
Case Dismissed
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Case Dismissed
2003
JD - Juris Doctor
2000
BA - Bachelor of Arts
1994
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Juvenile Justice System
2006
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Portuguese