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Biography
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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Licensed in Colorado for 22 years
State: Colorado
Acquired: 2003
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The McDowell Law Firm, LLC
2 N. Cascade Ave #1220, Colorado Springs, CO, 80903-1534
The McDowell Law Firm
2 N. Cascade Ave #1220, Colorado Springs, CO, 80903
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Case Results (23)
Advocacy (15)
Recommendation (13)
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Communication Style (7)
Professionalism (7)
Character & Conduct (6)
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Cost of Services (5)
General Knowledge (5)
Trustworthiness (5)
Compassion (2)
Staff & Support (2)
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Payment Plans (1)
Showing 1 - 5 of 7 reviews | Professionalism
Posted by Rachel | December 10, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Phenomenal Lawyer!
Josh McDowell is a phenomenal lawyer. I don't think I can fully express how grateful I am for everything Josh did for me. From the very beginning, he treated my case with genuine care and made me feel heard, supported, and protected during one of the most stressful times of my life. His dedication, t...
Posted by Jennie | July 07, 2021 | Hired Attorney
s very pleased with the out come if my casewa
I recommend Mr. McDowell to anyone who needs legal assistance. Josh was very professional and knowledgeable about my personal case. He is easy to talk to and follows up with all the information that is needed. I was very please with the out come of my case.
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 Jim and Angela | June 16, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury
Outstanding Lawyer!
Josh was all we hoped for in a personal injury lawyer! We were both injured by a reckless driver with a criminal record in 2013. Josh filed a personal injury lawsuit, and pursued our case doggedly and tirelessly. Despite the offending driver pleading guilty to reckless driving causing injuries, his...
Posted by Amanda | January 10, 2014 | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
All I can say is AWESOME!!!
Fantastic!!! I felt so at ease with Josh. I have never even had a speeding ticket so this process was VERY scary for me. Josh talked m through everything, responded to every email and phone call immediately, and worked VERY hard for me. I am exceptionally pleased with the outcome of my case…and its a...
Joshua J McDowell's Lawyer Endorsements
"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."
"I endorse Joshua. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"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."
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"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."
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"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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Experience
Honors
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
Work Experience
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
Associations
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
American Academy of Forensic Sciences
2009 - 2010
El Paso County Bar AssociationLawyer Referral Board
2003 - 2003
American Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
11T10562
Case Dismissed
11T6707
Case Dismissed
11M3612
Case Dismissed
Education
2003
University of Colorado School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2000
Brigham Young University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
1994
Fairview High School
N/A
Trinity University, Dublin Ireland
N/A
Charles University, Prague Czech Republic
Speaking Engagements
N/A
Boy Scouts of America-Colorado Springs
Juvenile Justice System
Publications
2006
Pikes Peak Law Blog
Various
2002
Chinese Journal of International Law
The International Committee of the Red Cross as a Witness Before International Criminal Tribunals
2002
Task Force on Child Witnesses of the ABA Criminal Justice Section
The Child Witness in Criminal Cases
Languages
Portuguese