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Mark Stephen Hanchey
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Biography
The Law Firm of Mark S. Hanchey continues to practice primarily Criminal Defense. I am committed to the ideal that everyone has the right to affordable and effective representation concerning criminal charges. I have handled thousands of cases in my career ranging from homicides to traffic infractions. I have practiced in virtually every jurisdiction in the state as well the United States Magistrate Court and United States District Court. I also have a very active practice on Fort Carson and the other surrounding Air Force installations as well. As a former JAG attorney, I have a special interest and desire to help soldiers, airmen, and their dependents.
I have always been willing to sit down with folks facing criminal charges and speak at length with them and their loved ones, absolutely free of charge. Hiring a defense attorney is often one of the most important decisions in a person's life and it should not, therefore, be a process in which one feels rushed or pressured. My clients are much more to me than a name and number on the back of a binder. I fully realize that the result of your case might jeopardize your liberty and the security of your family. My responsibility in acting as an effective and zealous advocate for my clients is not something that I take lightly. I have always felt that attorneys who defend criminal clients are absolutely essential to the protection of personal liberty for all citizens. I am therefore unapologetic in providing aggressive representation to all defendants, regardless of their charges or backgrounds.
You can be assured that I will do absolutely everything within my power to achieve the best possible result for you or your loved one in this difficult time.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
40%
36 years
Domestic Violence
20%
36 years
Military Law
20%
36 years
DUI and DWI
15%
36 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in Colorado for 32 years
State: Colorado
Acquired: 1993
No misconduct found
Licensed in Louisiana for 36 years
State: Louisiana
Acquired: 1989
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Mark S. Hanchey
2212 W. Colorado Ave., Colorado Springs, CO, 80904
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Mark Stephen Hanchey's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 25 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Gary and Tammy | June 26, 2024 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Highly recommend!
Mr. Hanchey has been nothing but professional throughout our son's case. He was straightforward and honest and answered all our questions. He, or a staff member returned our calls promptly.
Posted by Thomas | June 19, 2023 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
I will go by more than what you read in the future
I have had nothing but a horrible experience with this law firm representing me. Literally everything they claim to be is pure advertisement from my own experience. I hired Mark to represent me in a legal matter. On day one he set out expectations that he never lived up to. He told me to send him ema...
Mark Hanchey
Replied last June 20, 2023Dear sir, I was very surprised and incredibly disappointed when I read your review. My firm takes its reputation and obligations to our clients very seriously and to have them impugned is very troubling. However, the Colorado Supreme Court limits attorneys in their ability to respond to reviews if, to do so, would breach the sacred nature of attorney/client communications. For that reason, I can't address the substance of your statements, however unfair or untrue I feel them to be. I can only say that I wish you the very best going forward and I sincerely wish you only good things. Very respectfully, Mark Hanchey
Posted by Chris | June 17, 2022 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
42
I would use Mark again and again. He is a straight up no bones assertive attorney. this is what I look for when i need representation.
Posted by Cheryl | June 16, 2022 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Exceeded my expectations
I wish I could rate Mark's review as a 10 plus. I had never needed an attorney's consultation or the need to hire one. I chose Mark from his online reviews. I did not anticipate such kind, compassionate or professional attorney. He was thorough in preparing for my appearance before the judge. ...
Posted by anonymous | June 15, 2022 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Attorney
Did an absolutely excellent job helping me with my case and he is always there for you when you need him and is always very friendly and helpful with everything he does.
Mark Stephen Hanchey's Lawyer Endorsements
"I have known Mark for more than two decades and regularly make referrals to him. He is very capable and I would not hesitate to recommend him for any criminal or military justice matter."
"Mr. Hanchey is a true professional whom I sincerely respect. He is an excellent communicator, a skilled negotiator, and a gentleman. As a fellow former military officer, I admire his commitment to service members, veterans, and military families."
"Mark Hanchey is always a pleasure to work with a fights well for his clients. Great zealous advocate."
"Mr. Hanchey was able to quickly review records and get things done. He is outstanding. A Client oriented, goal directed, skilled advocate for the fortunate clients who have him as their lawyer. I rate him a 10 out of 10, his results speak volumes. Obviously well known in a City that has over 400,000 people. I will certainly refer folks to him in the future, without any hesitation or reservation."
"Mark has a sharp legal mind and is able to quickly spot the most effective and efficient way to tackle a legal problem. I endorse this lawyer without hesitation."
"Mr. Hanchey is smart and level headed. He is an excellent advocate for his clients."
Stephen Benson
Criminal defense lawyer
Joshua Lindley
Criminal defense lawyer
Cory Tuck
Military law lawyer
Experience
Honors
2022
Criminal Defense Attorney of the Year, Attorney and Practice Magazine
2022
DUI Attorney of The Year, Attorney and Practice Magazine
2021
10 Best Attorney, American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys
2021
10 Best Attorneys, American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys
2020
10 Best Attorneys, American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys
2020
Top 10 Attorney, Attorney and Practice Magazine
2020
10 Best Attorney, American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys
2019
Top Attorney, National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys
2019
10 Best Attorneys, American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys
2019
10 Best Attorney, American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys
2019
Top 10 Attorney, Attorney and Practice Magazine
2018
10 Best Attorneys, American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys
2018
10 Best Attorney, American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys
2018
Top 10 Attorney, Attorney and Practice Magazine
2018
10 Best for Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
2017
10 Best Attorneys, American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys
2017
Top Attorney, National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys
2017
10 Best Attorney, American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys
2016
10 Best Attorneys, American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys
2015
10 Best Attorneys, American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys
2015
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2015
"Ten Best" DUI/DWI Attorneys for Client Satisfaction in Colorado, American Insitute of DUI/DWI Attorneys
1990
Award for Trial Advocacy, association of the Bar of the City of New Yok
Work Experience
2000 - Present
Owner, Law Firm of Mark S. Hanchey
1992 - 2000
Attorney, Law Firm of Lee K. Rosenbaum
1989 - 1992
Attorney, Office of the Staff Judge Advocate, Fort Carson
Associations
2000 - Present
Colorado Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
1992 - Present
El Paso County Bar AssociationSenior Member
Sample of Legal Cases
people v redelk
full dismissal
people v chan
full dismissal
people v. may***
full dismissal
people v gates
full dismissal
people v. portillos
full dismissal
United States V. Sandoval
deferred prosecution with agreement to dismiss
People v. Baumann
Full acquittal on all counts
people v goll
both restraining order and domestic violence case dismissed in their entirety.
people v davis
full dismissal of all matters
suarez restraining order matter
full dismissal
people v. law
full dismissal
people v. steinfeld
mistrial
people v watson
full dismissal
thomas personal injury matter
policy limit settlement
people v nal
full dismissal
mongar restraining order issue
case dismissed after contested hearing
people v heath
full dismissal
people v dickinson
full dismissal
united states v. wallace
full dismissal
people v coleman
full dismissal
people v bennett
full dismissal
people v generrette
full dismissal
chappell personal injury matter
policy limit settlement
people v guitterez
full dismissal
people v guiang
rest order dismissed, criminal matter to be dismissed subject to conditions
people v boyatt
full dismissal
people v evans
full dismissal
people v garza
full dismissal
people v. barrios-matos
full dismissal
Education
1989
Louisiana State University
JD - Juris Doctor
1986
McNeese State University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2011
united staes army legal assistance office, fort carson colorado
updates on state and federal law impacting service members
Languages
English
Activity
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Q&A
Is it legal to have a prairie dog as a pet in Colorado?
04 Sep 2015
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Can courts charge interest on a criminal restitution case if I'm disabled?
09 Sep 2015
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As a lawyer would you advise your client to wave their preliminary hearing in order to get a better deal from D.A.
08 Sep 2015