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Michael Donivan Evans

4.8
Rating: 2.3

Licensed for 18 years

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Reason: Not Practicing
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2020
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Licenses

Licensed in Colorado for 18 years

State: Colorado

Acquired: 2007

Suspended Grievance

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2020

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Michael Donivan Evans's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

65 Client Reviews

Posted by anonymous | February 12, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Worst experience ever

Hired this lawyer for more then fifteen thousand dollars for a very serious case I paid flat rate to go through trial. He had a team or lawyers at the time so I felt confident. After going through preliminary hearing we got a plea deal of 5-10 years. After this hearing all of Michael Evans lawyers qu...it his practice, this was the first red flag. The next red flag was that the plea deal was not changing up to a week before trial, it was almost like Mike Evans was hoping I would take that deal and never offered to negotiate beyond that. He cancelleed meetings with me and About 6 days before trial I get a text message stating he is no longer practicing law and my case would be reset. This was devastating news at the time. I had a meeting with him in which he told me I would get less then 10% of my money back and his recommendation to me was a public defender. Long story short I never saw any of that 10% from him and in the end he sent me a bill for 180$. Worst lawyer to get tied up with. Would recommend avoiding him or any of his associates that endorse him on anything!

Posted by Lindsey | August 28, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Made me feel at ease

I cannot say enough about the Evans Lawfirm. I was pretty scared about what could happen to my life, including my career, job, and license in the mental health field. Michael was so passionate about my case, he offered to take it to trial free of charge to us IF he happened to lose. Trust me, I wante...d to go to trial so badly, but needed to take the Plea Deal out of fear of losing my job and license, even though I believe I am innocent. He and Casey walked me through everything, step by step, and made sure I understood everything. They never pressured me to do anything I didn't want to and even after my case has been over, Mike has been kind enough to answer questions free of charge. Mike makes you feel like you are in the best hands you can be, and that he is not going to let anybody mess with you. It's a really good feeling. I'm so happy I chose him, and will chose him again, no questions asked, if God-forbid I ever need another lawyer. BTW, my original charge was a Simple Assault Charge and they got it down to 6 month deferred sentence with plea of Harassment. Much better than having an Assault Charge on my record. And it could have been completely dismissed if I would have agreed to go to trial. Thank you for everything Mike and Casey. You have given me peace of mind throughout this entire process and that is worth its weight in gold.

Posted by Marie | July 18, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

I am beyond impressed with this firm!

Casey Krizman made me feel like while I made a mistake, I'm not a terrible person. He and the Evans firm were in contact with me the entire step of the way! They were personal and actually got to know ME! The result we got in court was enough to make me cry with joy and relief. I will recommend t...his firm and Casey to anyone who needs representation. Unbelievable!

Posted by Matt | July 12, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Best there is!

The Evans Firm is an amazing group of lawyers and did everything they could to help me get through a very difficult case. I was facing 8 counts of child abuse and a class 2 felony with mandatory prison for extraction of marijuana concentrates. Mike, Casey and Megan all three put in on my case and go...t it dropped down to a Drug Felony 4 with 2 years probation and a much smaller fine than it should have been. They went above and beyond all my expectations and were there for any question I had. I highly recommend them to anyone who needs their assistance. Thanks guys for everything you have done for me.

Posted by anonymous | May 29, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Excellent Work

Casey and the team at the Evans Firm put myself and my family at ease during the entirety of the case. I was very happy with the results from the court proceedings. The team was highly responsive in email and/or phone form. I know that I asked a great deal of neurotic and crazy questions since legal ...issues were not something I've ever dealt with in the past. They are extremely patient. I also like that they care about providing a service while protecting you from unnecessarily spending your retainer. I never plan on being in a situation where I need to use their services again, but if someone I know does, then The Evans Firm will be recommended.

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Michael Donivan Evans's Lawyer Endorsements

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John Miquel

DUI and DWI lawyer | Aug 23

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Alaurice Tafoya-Modi

Criminal defense lawyer | May 06

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Michael. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Edward Beckham

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"After reading many of Mr. Evans' answers here on Avvo it is obvious this attorney has the knowledge and skill to serve clients. Without hesitation, I recommend this attorney as a knowledgeable practitioner and advocate."

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Christopher Leroi

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer.Extremely intelligent, caring and compassionate. Provides excellent answers to legal questions on Avvo. As an attorney who has been practicing for 24 years as a judge, prosecutor, magistrate, criminal defense attorney, and law professor, I would refer anyone and everyone to Mr. Evans."

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Larry Jacobs

Lawsuits and disputes lawyer | Apr 15

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Evans is a smart, agressive and results-oriented lawyer. He works extremely hard to obtain the best result for his client. I wholeheartedly recommend Mr. Evans."

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Nikea Bland

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 14

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Cajardo Lindsey

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 14

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Charles Nichols

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 01

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Aaron Evans

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Nicholas Lubchenco

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Michael Evans is a lawyer who will fight hard for you at every level. If you are looking for someone to aggressively fight on your behalf, give Mr. Evans a call."

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Siddhartha Rathod

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 14

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  2.3 (Strong Caution)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2020.

Suspension issued in CO, 2020

updated on 05/26/2020

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.

Suspension issued in CO, 2019

updated on 03/06/2019

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.

Immediate Suspension issued in CO, 2018

updated on 12/05/2018

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.

Honors

2017

Client's Choice Award, AVVO

2017

Top 10 Criminal Defense Lawyers, American Trial Lawyers Association

2016

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association

2015

Client's Choice Award, AVVO

2011

Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers Association

Languages

English

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