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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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State: Colorado
Acquired: 1996
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State: California
Acquired: 1963
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25 Lower Woodbridge Rd., P.O. Box 6940, Snowmass Village, CO, 81615-6940
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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 ...
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...
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...
"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"
"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."
"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."
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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
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Nationally Ranked Top Ten Attorney in field of Criminal Law, National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys
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
2006 - Present
U.S. District Court, District of Colorado
1974 - Present
United States Supreme Court
1963 - Present
U.S. Distriict Court, Southern District, California
Member
Member
Valid search
No constitutional violation
Conviction reversed, defendant freed
slander per se
1964
Advanced Professional Training
1962
JD - Juris Doctor
1959
AB
2012
2012 Cases & Code Updates
1965
Assessment of Dangerousness
1962
1961
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