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Jay M. Tiftickjian
Tiftickjian Law Firm, P.C.
600 S. Cherry St. #1105
Denver, CO 80246
Phone (303) 991-5896
Fax (303) 991-5897
Toll-Free 855-DUI-5280

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How much will a good Denver DUI attorney charge in Colorado?

You will find a wide range of fees for a DUI lawyer in Denver, and the phrase “you get what you pay for” may not always be true. Calling five Denver DUI lawyers out of the phone book or off the Internet will likely get five different fee quotes ranging between $2,000 and $10,000 without proceeding to trial.

Legal fees for a Denver DUI case are historically based on the DUI attorney’s reputation and experience, but this does not always hold true. Some attorney fees are based on the lawyer’s enhanced interpretation of his or her legal experience and reputation. There are also attorneys that charge very low fees to defend DUI cases only to farm your case out to inexperienced attorneys or otherwise dump your case at the first court appearance. And finally, there are attorneys that charge reasonable rates that are highly regarded in the field. With all these lawyers claiming to be “experts” or “specialists” in Denver DUI defense, you will need to research each attorney’s background and experience to determine whether the fee you are being quoted is a true and accurate representation of the attorney’s skill and experience.

A DUI in Denver will range in cost to defend depending on factors such as where your case is pending and whether you have a prior criminal record. DUI cases are complex and a good attorney’s fees should be based on experience, an estimate of how many hours will likely go into fighting the charges, whether your case presents difficult legal issues or enhanced sentencing possibilities, and the immediate need to dedicate time and resources on your case. A client who wishes to proceed to trial after attempting to work out a disposition will have a higher legal fee because of the necessary legal resources and time to be expended defending the case at trial.

Consulting with a Denver DUI attorney

A consultation with an attorney for a DUI charge in Colorado is an opportunity for you and a DUI lawyer to discuss your pending charges, exchange information, and for both sides to decide whether to move forward. An initial consultation with a DUI attorney will involve discussing certain factors regarding your case and the lawyer’s experience, such as:

What this consultation should not include is the attorney’s representations or guarantees as to how your case will be resolved.

Who are the best Denver DUI attorneys for my case?

You will be flooded with ads and websites of lawyers that claim to be “experts” and “top” DUI lawyers in Denver, but how do you know what experience they really have to make these claims? Some Denver DUI lawyers are at the top of their practice, and some just think they are. Some will say they specialize in DUI defense (but also specialize in bankruptcies, employment, personal injury, family law, etc.). Some will claim to have a number of years of experience that doubles the amount of time they have actually been admitted to practice. This is why you need to ask the tough questions to show you can read between the lines when interpreting the information provided.

When searching for representation for a DUI charge in Colorado, consider the following factors:

What is the attorney’s experience, including their background in DUI cases? Factors to consider when determining experience are:

More information regarding researching an attorney’s experience and skill can be found at How To Find A Good Criminal Defense Lawyer In Colorado.

Taking steps to hire a DUI lawyer in Denver

It is required that you enter into a written legal agreement with any lawyer hired on a matter. In addition, because DUI cases are complex and can take time, this fee agreement can be detailed so you understand the factors that go into your fee. The attorney you hire will almost always require all or a large portion of the fee upfront to place in a client trust account for assurances that the lawyer’s efforts will be compensated.

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