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Marna Mel Lake
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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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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.
Posted by Heather | March 29, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
criminal defense lawyer- Marna Lake
Marna Lake is the most excellent attorney, and second to none. I am so grateful that another very competent lawyer recommended her to me. He said "if I needed a criminal defense lawyer, I would hire Marna Lake". He was absolutely right. Her experience shines in the courtroom when she expresses with f...
Marna Mel Lake's Lawyer Endorsements
"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."
"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."
"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."
"I endorse this lawyer. She has a well established history of obtaining good results for her clients."
"I whole heartedly endorse this lawyer. Marna has years of experience, is very well respected and does a terrific job. She cares!"
"If I were in trouble, I'd call Marna."
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Experience
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 GroupMember
2000 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
1999 - Present
Colorado Supreme Court Hearing BoardBoard Member
1994 - Present
Criminal Justice Act Panel, District of ColoradoPanel attorney
1985 - Present
Colorado Bar AssociationMember, Criminal Law Section
Faculty of Federal Advocates
Member
2009 - 2015
Colorado Judicial Nominating CommitteeCommittee member
1992 - 2006
Colorado Criminal Defense Bar AssociationChapter head
1990 - 1996
Colorado Rural Legal ServicesBoard Member
1989 - 1995
Judicial Performance CommissionCommission member
1988 - 1989
Mesa County Bar AssociationSecretary
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)
In favor of client
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