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What to Expect in Your Criminal Case

What to Expect

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Call Us

Schedule an appointment with us today.
We can take your call 24 hours a day. Calls are returned as early as possible. Call Us Now! 970-890-1010.
Support
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Consult an Attorney

Once we've determined we can help, we will set up a consult.
At that consult we will discuss the case, confidentially, and determine the best course of action for you.
Discuss
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Retain an Attorney

If you decide that you would like our representation (and you will), we will discuss the possible fees associated with our representation. 
If you decide to proceed with legal representation you'll sign a fee agreement outlining the terms of the attorney-client relationship.
Review
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Review

After we've been hired we will file an Entry of Appearance and any other necessary motions.
Discovery includes police reports, video interviews and essentially everything that the prosecutor has in their file.
Prepare
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Prepare and Defend

Once we have reviewed all of the discovery, we will set up another time with you to discuss the case, any available defenses and next steps.
We will investigate and review all angles of the case and litigate all legal issues in the case.
Defend
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Resolution

Whether it's a trial or a negotiated plea agreement, we are some of the best criminal defense attorneys in the State who have resolved thousands of cases ranging from simple traffic offenses to multi-victim homicides.
We will fight for you
File

Frequently Asked Questions

I have not been arrested but I think am under investigation, should I get an attorney now?

Yes. The sooner you contact an attorney, the sooner we can gain an understanding of the nature allegations against you and gauge your potential exposure. Early engagement is also important in starting to build your defense. During the investigation phase of a case, we will often contact law enforcement to provide them with additional information or evidence that we want them to consider as they determine whether or not to file charges. We routinely represent clients who have not been charged but are simply under investigation. Our best wins are the cases where no charges are filed because of swift and aggressive representation at the investigation stage.

We formed High Country Legal Group specifically to bring the best possible representation to clients in the mountains. As we have traveled around the state, we have noticed that clients in mountain communities have fewer choices for top notch representation than perhaps clients on the front range. We are trying to change that. We are experienced trial attorneys who are considered some of the best criminal defense lawyers in the state. We have the experience, expertise, resources, and connections to ensure the best possible outcome in your criminal case.

No. As a result of COVID-19, many mountain jurisdictions are have defaulted to virtual appearances for many stages in criminal proceedings. That means you are not paying us to come up for court. Additionally, we spend a significant amount of time on the western slope so in-person appearances or meetings are not an issue when necessary. We took great care when we launched High Country Legal Group to ensure that our fees are in line with local attorneys.

We can never guarantee a specific result in any case. You should be skeptical of any attorney who tells you otherwise. What we can guarantee is that is that we have the experience, the expertise, the reputations, and the resources to achieve the result that you deserve. We can also tell you that our success is based on large part by our philosophy – every single client is our most important client.