Arnold P Mordkin

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Arnold P Mordkin

also known as Arnie Mordkin, Snowmass Law, Inc.

4.6
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 63 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Snowmass Village, CO
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Personal Injury ... +4 more

25 Lower Woodbridge Rd., P.O. Box 6940, Snowmass Village, CO

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About Arnold

Biography

Your lawyer's experience counts. I have the experience you can trust. In trouble? Call Arnie

Practice Areas

7

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 43%

43%
DUI and DWI 43%

43%
Personal Injury 4%

4%
Child Abuse 3%

3%
Domestic Violence 3%

3%
Juvenile Law 2%

2%
Wrongful Death 2%

2%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Distinguished Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in Colorado for 29 years

State: Colorado

Acquired: 1996

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in California for 63 years

State: California

Acquired: 1963

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Arnold P. Mordkin,

25 Lower Woodbridge Rd., P.O. Box 6940, Snowmass Village, CO, 81615-6940

snowmasslaw.com/

Snowmass Law., Inc.

P.O. Box 2551, Aspen, CO, 81612

snowmasslaw.com/

Online Presence

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Arnold P Mordkin's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.6 /5.0

11 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | December 24, 2021 | Hired Attorney

Nice guy, no BS

Straight forward and clear with expectation and legalities. I felt like Arnie was really just trying to help me through my legal troubles in an honest and professional fashion.

Posted by anonymous | January 28, 2021 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Saved My Life

My situation was incredibly challenging. Arnie got me the absolute best result without question. I was charged with Felony DUI, Hit & Run. Most importantly, the injury was non-life-threatening and everyone walked away from the accident. However, I was facing jail time, a criminal record and would ...have to serve time in Colorado as someone who resides in Pennsylvania. I have a successful career in research and faced losing it all due to my poor decision. I spoke with every reputable attorney in the area, including the team who represented Kobe Bryant. However, from the minute I spoke to Arnie he assured me that this was a "hiccup in life" and that I would get through it. I will never forget that, and he was right. Arnie gathered all of the information not only the night of the accident, but of me and my personal situation, including the recent death of my father, successful contributions to society and collated the "full picture". I flew back and forth from PA to CO for hearings and Arnie always ensured it was smooth and necessary. He constantly reassured me that everything was under control and that we would take this to trial, if necessary. As an obsessive researcher, he would agree I was a very tough client to keep calm, but his confidence and aggressive mentality was evident and reassuring. I trusted and followed his instructions as I was told. Arnie got me the best possible and appropriate sentence, which consisted of only probation and standard DUI classes. His negotiations and discussions with the DA while providing an accurate description of me and my situation made all of the difference. I am forever grateful. If you ever need an attorney in the area, Arnie is your guy.

Posted by Jonah | January 25, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Felony case of Assault

I was facing a felony and would have been a major life changing event. Mr Mordkin was always available throughout the process for discussion and strategy, this included weekends. He is truly 1 of a kind and gives you some peace during a trying time. He was always honest about my situation and what to... expect as an outcome. He never sugar coated anything, this gave me a sense of trust and confidence in my current predict. At the end of the day my case turned out very positive and is a direct reflection of his skills and years of experience. The fees charged were very fair and worth very penny, he is worth much more.

Posted by anonymous | January 25, 2021 | Hired Attorney

Good lawyer.

Very helpful. I will always call him! He gave me 100 percent of his attention while listening to me. You cant beat the experience he has.

Posted by Patrick | April 05, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Miracle Worker

Arnold was an absolute allstar in handling my case. He was reliable, effective and available. I was facing some serious criminal charges and Mr. Mordkin got me off without any struggle. I would highly recommend using his legal services especially if you are trying to avoid going to jail. Thanks again... for everything Arnie.

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Arnold P Mordkin's Lawyer Endorsements

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Peter Marek

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Experience counts. As a former prosecutor, judge, law professor with decades of experience Mr. Mordkin has a reputation of excellence that few can match. Do yourself a favor if you will settle for nothing but the best and schedule a consultation. KUDOS"

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Jeffrey Wertz

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse my friend Arnie Mordkin. There is no substitute for vast experience over decades of practice in the trenches and Arnie has that for certain. He puts his clients first and that is what makes him as good as he is."

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William Argeros

Unknown lawyer | Apr 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Arnie as a top flight criminal defense attorney. Arnie has the knowledge, experience and skill necessary to achieve great results for his clients."

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Yale Galanter

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 25

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Arnie is an amazing attorney. Anyone in the Roaring fork valley would be lucky to have him as there counsel. I opposed Arnie on many occasions. his skills in the courtroom and knowledge of the law is unsurpassed."

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Allen Adger

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer for criminal defense work."

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Criminal defense lawyer

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Gary Wright

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William Argeros

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2021

Nationally Ranked Top Ten Attorney in field of Criminal Law, National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys

2020

Nationally Ranked Top Ten Attorney in field of Criminal Law, National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys

2019

Nationally Ranked Top Ten Attorney in field of Criminal Law, National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys

2012

Committment to Excelence, Office of the District Attorney

N/A

Nationally Ranked Top Ten Attorney in field of Criminal Law, National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys

Work Experience

2013 - Present

Attorney, Snowmass Law, Inc.

2008 - 2013

Chief Deputy District Attorney, District Attorney's Office 9th Judical District

2000 - 2011

Councilperson, Town of Snowmass Village

1998 - 2000

Planning Commissioner, Town of Snowmass Village

1996 - 2008

Attorney, Arnold P. Mordkin, PC

1981 - 1983

Assistant Professor, Western States College of Law

1981 - 1995

Managing Partner, Bridgman, Mordkin, Gould & Shapiro

1979 - 1981

Adjunct Professor of Law, Irvine University School of Law

1978 - 1979

Judge, North Orange County Judicial District

1964 - 1978

Managing Partner, Hara & Mordkin

1962 - 1964

Associate, Law Office of Mark F. Joseph

Associations

2006 - Present

U.S. District Court, District of Colorado

1974 - Present

United States Supreme Court

1963 - Present

U.S. Distriict Court, Southern District, California

Colorado Bar Association

Member

State Bar of California (inactive)

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

People v, Arapu

Valid search

People v. Vickery

No constitutional violation

People v. Furnish

Conviction reversed, defendant freed

White v. Valenta

slander per se

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Education

1964

University of Southern California, School of Law

Advanced Professional Training

1962

University of Southern California, School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1959

University of Southern California

AB

Speaking Engagements

2012

Legal Updates, 2012

2012 Cases & Code Updates

1965

Assessment of Dangerousness

Assessment of Dangerousness

Publications

1962

Southern California Law Review Property Settlement Agreements

1961

Southern California Law Review Probation and Sentence-Informaion in Aggrevation or Mitigation of Punishment

Activity

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