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.
YOUR LAWYER'S EXPERIENCE COUNTS. I HAVE THE EXPERIENCE YOU CAN TRUST. IN TROUBLE? CALL ARNIE
I have a wide and varying legal background.  I'm a graduate of the University of Southern California, with a BA in Political Science. I earned the degree of Juris Doctor from the University of Southern California, School of Law, where I was a member and Editor of the University of Southern California Law Review. After graduating in the upper percentage of my class, I went back to law school and obtained a post graduate certification in Medical-Legal studies.  I served as a Judge of the North Orange County Judicial District, achieving the position of Assistant Presiding Judge.  I also served as a Judge ProTem and Arbitrator-Mediator for the Orange County Superior Court.  I have served as the Managing Principal of several medium sized law firms.  My experience includes being an Adjunct Professor of Law at the Irvine University School of Law and an Associate Professor of Law at the Western States College of Law.  I came to the Roaring Fork Valley over 17 years ago, where I have practiced law ever since, with emphasis on criminal defense of all types of cases.  My experience ranges from defending homicide to DUI case to persons accused of minor petty offenses. I have tried several hundred jury trials. I have won multi figure economic verdicts for my injured clients. I have successfully presented cases before the California and Colorado Supreme Courts.  I am admitted to Practice before the Supreme Court of the United States, the Supreme Court of Colorado, The Supreme Court of California (inactive), and several Districts of the United States District Courts.  I am a former Chief Deputy District Attorney for the 9th Judicial District of Colorado, in charge of managing the Aspen Office of the District Attorney. I have resumed his private practice of law and can call upon my vast experience in the legal profession and my many contacts and colleagues to serve each of my clients with individual and undivided attention.
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Highly recommend
Very smart and knowledgeable. I received a better result than I imagined
Posted by Patrick | April 5, 2017
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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.
Posted by anonymous | December 24, 2021
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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
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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.
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Posted by anonymous | January 25, 2021
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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 Jonah | January 25, 2021
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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.
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Posted by Bernhardt | April 22, 2014
Arnold P. Mordkin gave me back my Life when I hired him as my Crminal Lawyer
Thank you ArnoldP.Mordkin for everything you did for me on my Plea Bargain case from 10 years ago.
I can t began to thank you for everything you did for me.
You pulled a rabbit out of the Hat with your talks with the DA about my case and eve though Eagle County said " I violated
My parole two year s later. You were able to explain to the DA in detail of the events happening in my life....You managed to somehow take A Plea bargain Felony charge I violated and instead of extra Jail time, Court Fees, etc.......You were able to get my sentence down to a misdemeanor.
Thank you Arniold P. Mordkin for taking the time to actually listen to me and defend me the old fashion way with Evidence.......You gave me back my Life and after10 years you were able to help prove my innocence in Court.....Arnold Mordkin is the best Criminal Lawyer in Colorado.
If you are in Colorado and have to go to Criminal Court?
My best Advise in ASAP hire Arnold Mordkin........I guarantee you will sleep better at night.
Bernhardt
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Posted by anonymous | September 4, 2013
Pleased with the Results
I worked with Arnie on an issue that presented many road blocks. Arnie was not deterred and showed great dexterity in overcoming and resolving the issues. He was forthcoming in his assessment and exceeded my expectations in the end. I would say Arnie is a valuable resource and would highly recommend his services.
Posted by Franz | May 3, 2013
Satisfied Client
Mr. Mordkin was totally effective in negotiating on my behalf regarding a difficult business matter. His dealings were straight forward, honest and to the point. He was a tough advocate for me while simultaneously making sure that I understood my responsibilities in the matter.
Posted by anonymous | April 30, 2013
Arnie P Mordkin- A great choice
My lawyer was very supportive and very active during our time together. He understood my situation and responded as quickly as he could. He allowed me to call him anytime for advice and i was very appreciative of it. I would recommend him to anyone!! Arnold was very personal and let me know about every detail that i asked for, and those i didn't. He surprised me with his knowledge and his will to fight for every little thing i asked. Thanks Arnie!!!
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Posted by JEFFREY | January 26, 2015
THE WORST CRIMINAL ATTORNEY IN ASPEN, COLORADO.
I WAS A FORMER CLIENT IN 2006-2007. WITH HIS INEFFECTIVENESS OF COUNSEL, I WAS SENTENCED TO 11-YEARS IN A COLORADO PRISON FOR A CREDIT CARD THEFT OF ONLY $1000.00. THE CASE NO. IS 06CR62. I JUST WON A 35(c) POST-CONVICTION MOTION AGAINST MR. ARNOLD MORDKIN IN THE 9TH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT WITH JUDGE JAMES BOYD PRESIDING ON AN INEFFECTIVENESS-OF-COUNSEL CLAIM. I GOT OUT OF PRISON 2-WEEKS AGO AND HE HELPED ME WASTE EIGHT YEARS OF MY LIFE. THE JUDGE RULED OVERWHELMINGLY ON JANUARY 6TH, 2015 THAT ATTORNEY ARNOLD MORDKIN WAS INDEED INEFFECTIVE THRU A BLATANT DISREGARD OF ETHICS AND A CONFLICT-OF-INTEREST. HE RECOMMENDED THAT I GO TO TRIAL INSTEAD OF TAKING A PLEA AGREEMENT OF LESS THAT HALF OF THE TIME THAT I RECEIVED. ALL OF THIS INFORMATION IS PUBLIC RECORD IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO FUTHER INVESTIGATE AND VALIDATE. HE DID NO INVESTIGATION WHATSOVER ON MY CASE AND NEVER EVEN CALLED ONE SINGLE WITNESS AT MY TRIAL IN APRIL 11TH, 2007. THERE WAS A MAJOR CONFLICT-OF-INTEREST THAT WAS DISCOVERED BY MY APPELLATE ATTORNEY AND GOT 6-YEARS TAKEN OFF OF MY PRISON SENTENCE AND HAD ME RELEASED. MR. MORDKIN REPRESENTED ANOTHER CLIENT WHO WAS A DRUG DEALER IN ASPEN AND GOT HIM PROBATION 3-MONTHS BEFORE MY TRIAL , WHERE THIS EXACT SAME CLIENT OF HIS TESTIFIED AGAINST ME AT MY TRIAL. JUDGE BOYD STATED THAT ATTORNEY MORDKIN SHOULD HAVE INFORMED ME OF THE CONFLICT-OF-INTEREST AND WITHDRAWN HIS REPRESENTATION OF ME. I AM NOW PROCEEDING WITH A FORMAL COMPLAINT WITH THE COLORADO SUPREME COURT ATTORNEY REGULATORY COUNSEL IN DENVER, COLORADO.
SINCERELY , J. KEY
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Response from Arnold MordkinDecember 16, 2016
J. Key has been covicted of multiple felony offenses and is now in jail awaiting trial on a signifiocant number of new felony offenses. He has nothing to do but write derrogatory remarks. His claim of conflict of interest and ineffective assistance of counsel has been investigated by the Attorney Regulation Counsel Office of the Colorado Supreme Court. They have found no basis to bring any formal charges agianst me on those claims.
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Criminal defense Attorney | Jan 14
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"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"
Criminal defense Attorney | 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."
Unknown Attorney | 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."
"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."