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Marna Mel Lake

5.0
Rating: 9.0

Licensed for 44 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Grand Junction, CO
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Po Box 3142, 319 Colorado Avenue, Grand Junction, CO

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Licenses

Licensed in Colorado for 44 years

State: Colorado

Acquired: 1981

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Marna M Lake, PC

Po Box 3142, 319 Colorado Avenue, Grand Junction, CO, 81502-3142

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Marna Mel Lake's Reviews

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Posted by Scott | August 24, 2021 | Hired Attorney

Could not ask for better.

Ms Lake has been kind courteous and understanding. I am thankful to have her as a lawyer.

Posted by anonymous | April 12, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

On your side and committed

I hired Marna and was never disappointed. She was always by my side, committed, reasonable and always kept communication open. She helped me win a case that was bs from the beginning, and helped me seal the bs details of something I didn’t do! Would definitely recommend Marna to someone in need of a... fair, loyal attorney who never judges and is there for YOUR best interest

Posted by Noah | October 31, 2018 | Hired Attorney

Thanks to Ms.lake

Marna lake was exceptional in keeping me informed and detailed throughout the process and keeping all my options completely honest, which made me feel completely assisted whenever I had questions to ask. Again I'm glad to have been supported by someone as professional, veracious, and knowledgeable as... marna lake and advocate my choice to anyone. -Noah

Posted by David and Bri | September 11, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Marna Lake was excellent

My husband and I had the pleasure of being represented by Marna Lake for his criminal cases. Marna is not only professional, but she is honest and I really felt she always had our best interest when looking at the big picture realistically. There are not many out there representing individuals that t...hey truly believe in, Marna believed in us and in the case entirely. She is easy to talk to, she is prompt with filings, and she never withheld information we were always the first to know! Even though my husbands legal battles are over, we will never forget the role Marna played in the process.

Posted by anonymous | June 07, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Good attorney

I have not hired Ms. Lake, she was assigned to be my son's attorney in a criminal case. She is very easy to talk to, explanatory, and easily reached. I know she is doing her best for him.

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Marna Mel Lake's Lawyer Endorsements

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Todd Hildebrandt

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 17

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Marna is one of the most respected criminal defense attorneys in the Grand Valley. When I was a DA, if Marna was on the case, you knew you were in for a battle if the case went to trial. She's very knowledgeable and is amazingly effective in front of a jury. If you're looking to hire the best criminal defense attorney in the valley, Marna's it."

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Charles Reams

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Marna is one of the smartest and most experienced people I know in the criminal law field. Trial lawyers are not always the easiest to get along with, but Marna is an exception. She is personable and easy to work with. I would not hesitate to engage her if I found myself on the wrong side of the law, especially if it was a serious felony."

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Heidi Troxell

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Marna Lake is one of the most experienced and well-respected attorneys on the Western Slope. If you want an attorney with an impeccable reputation and unmatched professionalism-- you should hire Marna Lake."

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Imelda Mulholland

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. She has a well established history of obtaining good results for her clients."

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Roberta Nieslanik

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I whole heartedly endorse this lawyer. Marna has years of experience, is very well respected and does a terrific job. She cares!"

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Carisa Acker

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 10

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"If I were in trouble, I'd call Marna."

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Experience

Rating:  9.0 (Superb)

Honors

2016

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2005

Gideon Award, Colorado Criminal Defense Bar

Work Experience

1997 - 2015

Lawyer, Marna M. Lake, P.C.

1994 - 1997

Partner, Giese & Lake

1990 - 1994

Associate, C. Joseph Croker

1988 - 1990

Associate, Beckner & Nottingham

1985 - 1987

Office Head, Grand Junction office, Colorado State Public Defender's Office

1982 - 1987

Deputy public defender, Colorado State Public Defender's Office

Associations

2014 - Present

Criminal Justice Leadership Group

Member

2000 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

1999 - Present

Colorado Supreme Court Hearing Board

Board Member

1994 - Present

Criminal Justice Act Panel, District of Colorado

Panel attorney

1985 - Present

Colorado Bar Association

Member, Criminal Law Section

Faculty of Federal Advocates

Member

2009 - 2015

Colorado Judicial Nominating Committee

Committee member

1992 - 2006

Colorado Criminal Defense Bar Association

Chapter head

1990 - 1996

Colorado Rural Legal Services

Board Member

1989 - 1995

Judicial Performance Commission

Commission member

1988 - 1989

Mesa County Bar Association

Secretary

Sample of Legal Cases

People v. Sporleder, 666 P.2d 135 (1983)

In favor of client

People v. Fiske, 194 P.3d 495 (Colo. App.2008)

In favor of client

People in the Interest of J.L.R. and concerning L.R., 895 P.2d 1151 (Colo. App. 1995)

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Education

1981

University of Colorado School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1977

University of Colorado - Colorado Springs

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2016

ADC Veterans Training

Incorporating Veterans Issues in Your Case from Start to Finish

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