D Shackelford Shipp

DUI and DWI Attorney at Basalt, CO

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Consultation 5 Years Later

Dan Shipp helped me out five years ago I received a DWAI amongst other charges while living in Colorado. Through that process, he was very open and honest about what was to be expected and what he could do. He was able to get the "other charges" reduced if not removed all together, and made the DWAI charge as minimal as possible on my record. Dan has also made himself available five years later to discuss the implications that the charge has had on my record. He provided consultation to help identify routes to take when describing the incedent to potential employers free of charge. He has also made himself readily available for the future. I see Dan as not only a lawyer, but a friend. I would recommend him to anyone in the area in need of a lawyer!

DAN, DAN, he's the man. If he can't do it no one can!!! SERIOUSLY!!!

I would HIGHLY recommend Dan Shipp to represent anyone who is facing a DUI or drug related charges. He and his staff treated me like family the entire time, and went above and beyond the call of duty to help me. Dan personally picked me up and drove me to my court case because I couldn't get a ride. I was promptly notified of all matters regarding my case and treated with utmost respect. I was facing a 30 day mandatory jail sentence and Dan somehow had the jail time completely eliminated. THANKS DAN!!!

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DUI and DWI

90%

Our practice is primarily in the area of DUI on a state wide basis. Our continuing education is on a national basis primarily through the National College of DUI Defense. I am a certified Intox 5000 EN operator. and have studied extensively the blood test protocols. Our trial experience is unmatched in the area.
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46 years
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49 years

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Licensed for 51 years

State CO

Status Active

Acquired 1986

Updated 01/13/2023

State MS

Status Resigned

Acquired 1971

Updated 11/30/2011

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 1991. See details

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9 customer reviews

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Posted by anonymous | November 19, 2015

Consultation 5 Years Later

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Posted by Joe | December 20, 2012

DAN, DAN, he's the man. If he can't do it no one can!!! SERIOUSLY!!!

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Posted by anonymous | December 20, 2012

Excellent lawyer

I would highly recommend Dan for any legal problems that you may have. I have known Dan for twenty years. He is personable,caring,dedicated and loyal and quite intelligent.

Posted by anonymous | June 19, 2009

Best DUI attorney

I used to be a police officer and have used Dan twice for Dui cases and both time he won the case. Awesome attorney and extremely knowledgeable. I would recommend Dan to anyone in this situation.

Posted by anonymous | April 4, 2009

Outstanding Representation!

My DUI case was unique, in that I actually WAS TRULY SOBER! When pulled over after rolling through a yellow light, I was asked to do all the roadside sobriety tests, and the Officer failed me. I do very poorly in tense situations, and hyperventilated and couldn't think straight. I declined the breath test, which resulted in a full DUI. After testing my breath at detox, they proved I was SOBER, but it was too late, I had already lost my license! Dan diligently gathered the facts, and proved to the Driver's License Bureau and also the State that I should never have been arrested, and that I was SOBER. No one but Dan could have gotten my license back for me!!

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Posted by anonymous | April 1, 2009

DUI Defendent

Completely receptive in defending an out of state client., and accomodating regarding my work schedule and travel time to and from court. In addition his whole staff was supportive, friendly, and helpful. Dan was responsive to any of my questions and was always straightforward and truthful. I w'ould highly recommend Mr. Shipp's representation to anyone!

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Posted by Joseph | May 7, 2018

Not very interested in me

My family hired Mr. Shipp for a DWI case. I agree with what others wrote that he talked about himself and told us all about him and he was so impressed with himself. Because we were in a crunch we had to hire him. We did go through the entire process with him and received probation, and lost the drivers license, but this is the same outcome any attorney would have gotten for us. But he was ridiculously expensive. We talked about thanksgiving plans with him and he told us about his ranch and his horses, then he billed us for the entire phone call, even the part that he was boasting about himself. Really not worth ever using this guy.

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Posted by anonymous | January 25, 2016

No followup

I worked with Dan on a DWI case and possession case. While we were happy with the results, the billing was huge - a lot more than we anticipated. He also had an assistant talk to us a few times, then when we talked to him we had to explain everything over again and had to pay twice. He also left at least two messages about concerned items to us through someone else in the office and he never got back to us either time. He is a very nice attorney, he did get us decent results, but overall our satisfaction was fair at best.

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Posted by anonymous | September 3, 2014

Only in it for the money

He charged me a lot of money for a possession charge, way more than some other local attorneys. Every time I called him to check on the case or check on the date, he charged me for the time at like $450/hour - every single call even if I spoke to his secretary. When I did talk to him he asked questions and let me talk to extend the phone call and bill me more and more money. I don't know if the deal we got was good or not, but it cost me a fortune. He talks about his large ranch and his horses and nice lifestyle - all paid for by his clients. After the case and after I got the small amount of retainer back I called him two times to ask him something and I never got a call back - never followed up when he said he would or when we should file something. He is a very nice guy, but lots of salesmanship and I guess he is a good attorney, but so expensive.

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AVVO RATING 9.0 (Superb)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 1991.

Reciprocal - Suspension issued in MS, 1991
updated on 03/22/2013

This means that the attorney's misconduct in another state, or jurisdiction, also violated the rules for practicing law in Mississippi.

Suspension issued in CO, 1990
updated on 03/28/2017

Suspension means an attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.

Education

University of Mississippi School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1971

Mississippi State University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
1968

Associations

National College for DUI Defense
member
2003 - Present

Colorado Trial Lawyers Association
Member
1986 - Present

Colorado Bar Association
Member
1986 - Present

Pitkin County Bar Association
member
1986 - Present

Colorado Trial Lawyers Association
Board of Directors
1986 - 1988

American Trial Lawyers Association
Member
1986 - 2008

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Honors and Awards

Who's Who in American Law
Marquis
2008

Who's Who in American Law
Marquis
2007

Who's Who in American Law
Marquis
2006

Who's Who in American Law
Marquis
2005

Listed
Who's Who in American Law -Marquis
2004

Listed
Who's Who in American Law -Marquis
2003

Who's Who in American Law
Marquis
2002

Listed
Who's Who in American Law -Marquis
2001

Listed
Who's Who in American Law -Marquis
2000

Master Trial Advocate
National Institue of Trial Advocacy
1993

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Publications

Trial Talk Magazine
Case Report
1988

Auto Crash Litigation
Drunken Driver And The Dram Shop Act
1987

Speaking Engagements

Rocky Mtn High-DUID Defense School
Winning with the Harvard Cross
2010

Colorado Bar Association
Advanced DUI in Colorado
2004

Annual Convention of the Colorado Trial Lawyers Association
Trial Advocacy Program
2004

Colorado Trial Lawyers Association
Two day Blockbuster Auto 2003
2003

Colorado Trial Lawyers Association
Using Focus Group to Advance Trial Advocacy
2002

Auto Crash Litigation Seminar
Faculty Member and Featured Speaker with Ralph Nader
1987

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Attorney endorsements

Received (6)

Given (2)

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Donald Kaufman

DUI and DWI Attorney | Dec 05
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Dan is one hell of an attorney who really does do a great job. If I had legal trouble I would want Dan in my corner. He is a hunter, fisherman, sportsman, and a friend. I respect him personally and professionally and will refer cases to him because of results."

Jeffrey Wertz

DUI and DWI Attorney | Nov 23
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I've known Dan for over 17 years and I regularly call on him for advice and ideas on complex DUI cases. I would trust a family member's defense to his office without hesitation. There are precious few DUI lawyers in Colorado that are Dan's equal and he simply has no superiors in this specialty of the law."

Matthew Clawson

Unknown Attorney | Mar 13
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

James Forslund

DUI and DWI Attorney | Jun 14
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Dan is very thorough in his defense."

Jason Mayberry

DUI and DWI Attorney | Aug 13
Relationship: Other

"Mr. Shipp is always on the forefront of breaking DUI law and technique. He is nationally recognized as one of the leading DUI practictioners in the courntry, and this is reflected accurately in his speaking engagements. I wholeheartedly endorse Mr. Shipp's work and would recommend anyone charged with DUI in Colorado to seek his service."

Gary Pirosko

DUI and DWI Attorney | Jan 07
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. I have known Dan Shipp for several years through several professional DUI defense organizations. He spends a significant amount of time keeping up on cutting edge DUI defense tactics. He is always prepared for his cases and he is one of the few attorneys who other DUI attorneys seek out for advice. I would send a family member to him. A true professional."

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James Forslund

DUI and DWI

Gary Pirosko

DUI and DWI