My Philosophy: My job is to address each case in a manner consistent with the best interests of the client. Sometimes that means an exhaustive observance of the criminal process and rigorously putting the prosecution to its burden of proof before a jury. Other times it means a relatively early acceptance of a proffered deal. It always means the efficient allocation of client resources so that necessary investigation, research and assessment are brought to bear in this, the most magnificent and terrifying of matches: you versus the state. In a free society justice cannot but be a game. A game with time honored rules that strive for fairness and truth, but a game nonetheless. I play this game with joy, rigor and an unrelenting eye to your best interest.

Criminal Law in Denver, Colorado

Me: I practice in Denver, Colorado and the surrounding metro counties: Jefferson, Arapahoe, Douglas and Adams-- 50% criminal defense; 50% divorce. I have a BA, History, from Stanford, 1972 and a JD cum laude, University of Santa Clara, 1976. I have authored articles on criminal and divorce law. Also, aside from the law, I have written on education reform (a lot) and literary criticism (very occasionally).

Money: What I bid a case (AKA "ask for as a retainer") depends on a number of factors: the gravity of the charges; the level of investigation necessary; other probable expenses--lab costs; expert witness-- and, of course, the resources of the client (or the client's family). A note about the last. It is all too easy to cynically dismiss it as "what the market will bear". However you can look at it another way: I will adjust what I ask to accommodate clients of limited means who are earnest about meeting what may be the challenge of their life. If you're serious, I'm serious about defending you.

This Site: What follows in this Web Site are short discussions of various aspects of criminal defense. They are intended to give you a feel for the area, not as advice for your particular situation.