Top Rated Eagle County, CO Criminal Defense Lawyers

In Eagle County, Colorado, there are 19 criminal defense lawyers available with 372+ reviews, ratings and specialties. Best‑reviewed attorneys appear first. Cities within the county are listed below for a more focused search.

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Eagle County Has 19 Criminal Defense Attorneys with 372 Reviews

Eagle County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 21 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, Divorce & Separation and more

Bio: Chris Tomchuck is now part of Caplan & Earnest's Family Law section. Chris Tomchuck was a partner at Stevens, Littman, Biddison, Tharp and Weinberg working in the Vail and Boulder offices. His practice is focused on litigation including complex an...

Rating: 8.4

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Eagle County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 26 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Land Use & Zoning, Real Estate and more

Review: "I worked with Inga Causey on a civil litigation case for nearly two yearsand would characterize my interactions with her as outstanding. Inga was consistently professional, accessible, knowledgeable, pragmatic, and ultimately successful. She was e..."

Rating: 7.6

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Criminal Defense Lawyers in Eagle County, CO

Criminal defense lawyers represent clients at every stage of a criminal case: investigation, arrest, arraignment, plea bargaining, trial, and appeal. They assess evidence, protect constitutional rights, negotiate reduced charges or sentences, cross-examine witnesses, raise defenses, file motions, and advocate to minimize penalties or obtain acquittals.

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Criminal defense lawyers represent clients at every stage of a criminal case: investigation, arrest, arraignment, plea bargaining, trial, and appeal. They assess evidence, protect constitutional rights, negotiate reduced charges or sentences, cross-examine witnesses, raise defenses, file motions, and advocate to minimize penalties or obtain acquittals.

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Eagle County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 23 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Mediation, Family and more

Review: "If you're involved in a high conflict situation, Courtney will sort out the drama and calmly present a case that a judge will be able to follow. Given the flak often present in divorce cases locally thanks to incompetent "advocates" and such, a la..."

Rating: 9.8

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Eagle County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 36 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Contracts & Agreements, Litigation and more

Bio: Licensed since 1989, Steven listens to the needs of his clients and provides skilled, diligent and thorough representation. He answers the phone. Call He communicates effectively with his clients’ to explain legal consequences and works with his c...

Rating: 6.5

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Eagle County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 35 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Review: "I have had Lawson Wills represent me on a few traffic citations. He was able to negotiate them down to non-moving violations with few if no points. I met with him and a city attorney who was prosecuting the case. Mr. Wills didn't stop when he offe..."

Rating: 6.6

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Eagle County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 15 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Estate Planning, Elder Law and more

Bio: I am a Solo Practiitioner in the Roaring Fork Valley. I live in the Mountiains because I love the outdoor aacitivites up here. When not in the office I am out skiing, hiking, or just taking in some sun.

Rating: 6.5

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Eagle County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 20 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Divorce & Separation and more

Bio: Jim is a 2004 cum laude graduate of the Hamline University School of Law located in St. Paul, Minnesota, where he was a Dean’s Scholar. He is licensed to practice law in all Colorado state courts and the Colorado Federal District Court. While in l...

Rating: 9.8

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Eagle County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 25 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and more

Bio: Taggart Howard began his legal career working for the Office of the District Attorney in the Fifth Judicial District in April of 1998. As a Deputy District Attorney for the Fifth Judicial District, Mr. Howard gained extensive trial experience. He ...

Rating: 8.2

Call for a consultation(970) 446-8928

Taggart Harrison Howard's Website

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Eagle County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 35 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Personal Injury and more

Bio: I have been practicing law for over twenty (20) years. I have a strong background in both criminal defense and personal injury. With regard to my criminal practice, I have handled several hundred cases including felony drug cases, assault & batter...

Rating: 6.8

Call for a consultation(970) 414-7993

Mark S Rubinstein's Website

Eagle County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 31 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and more

Bio: Erik Johnson is dedicated to defending your rights. His legal experience includes but is not limited to handling cases in Eagle, Vail, Edwards, Minturn, Avon, Wolcott, Glenwood Springs and surrounding counties and towns that involve Criminal Defen...

Rating: 8.4

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Eagle County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 28 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation, Mediation and more

Bio: START FRESH. Getting capable legal help is the first step. Law for Locals, LLC helps clients resolve legal disputes efficiently and affordably. Attorney Melissa Decker and Law for Locals, LLC understand the challenges and joys of Western Slope liv...

Rating: 9.3

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Eagle County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 23 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, Personal Injury and more

Review: "Jesse handled a matter for me with skill, legal knowledge and experience. He resolved the matter in the best possible way. What was most important was his willingness to be a strong advocate for my legal position. I would highly recommend him."

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Eagle County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 18 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Litigation, Contracts & Agreements and more

Rating: 9.0

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Eagle County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 40 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Construction & Development, Litigation and more

Bio: Brett Heckman has been practicing law in Colorado since 1985. A skilled Edwards attorney and founding partner of Heckman & O’Connor P.C. Attorneys at Law, Mr. Heckman handles a wide variety of practice areas. He regularly assists clients with ever...

Rating: 7.1

Call for a consultation(970) 919-1175

Brett Steven Heckman's Website

Eagle County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 40 years

Practice Areas: Car Accident, Criminal Defense, DUI and DWI and more

Review: "He is an absolutely awful attorney that did not fight for me at all and I got bad plea. He and his partner did a great job of saying how hard they were going to fight when I hired them. But then they did no research and did not know the facts of t..."

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Eagle County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 49 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Estate Planning, Personal Injury and more

Bio: Edwards attorney Terry O’Connor is a skilled lawyer and founding partner of Heckman & O’Connor P.C. Attorneys at Law. He began his practice in the Vail Valley area in 1979 and has since established himself and the firm as a highly reputable source...

Rating: 6.7

Call for a consultation(970) 919-1205

Terrence Patrick O'connor's Website

Eagle County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 13 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Litigation, Family

Rating: 6.3

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Eagle County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 5 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation

Rating: 6.5

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Eagle County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

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