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5 Best Criminal Defense Lawyers in Denver (2026)

Ranked by real Google ratings and review volume · How we chose

Lorian Hartfield
By Lorian Hartfield, Real Estate and Financial Expert · ✓ Updated · 8 min read

We compared 20 criminal defense lawyers in Denver on Google Maps · 5 listed · How we rank

When a charge lands, you rarely have weeks to shop around, so a visible track record matters. Colorado Legal Defense Group alone has 655 Google reviews behind a 5.0 rating, and the other criminal defense lawyers in Denver on this page hold ratings between 4.8 and 5.0, which makes the choice less about stars and more about the kind of case you're facing.

Short answer: Colorado Legal Defense Group leads this Denver list with a 5.0 rating across 655 Google reviews, followed by Law Offices of Steven J. Pisani, LLC (4.9, 266 reviews) and Krizman Law (4.9, 202 reviews). Fees depend on the charge and the firm, so ask for a written fee agreement at the first consultation.
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Denver Defense Firms, Side by Side

# Business Rating Reviews Best for
1 Colorado Legal Defense Group 5.0 ★ 655 DUI and broad criminal defense, 24/7 line View ›
2 Law Offices of Steven J. Pisani, LLC 4.9 ★ 266 Traffic, DUI and misdemeanor charges View ›
3 Krizman Law 4.9 ★ 202 Domestic violence and Front Range cases View ›
4 Law Office of Kimberly Diego Criminal Defense 5.0 ★ 175 Dismissals, sealing and outlying counties View ›
5 Shazam Kianpour & Associates, P.C. 4.8 ★ 217 Traffic tickets and license-saving defense View ›
5 Best Criminal Defense Lawyers in Denver (2026)

The firms, reviewed

Law Offices of Steven J. Pisani, LLC logo
#2🕑 Open 5 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

Law Offices of Steven J. Pisani, LLC

4.9266 Google reviews

Law Offices of Steven J. Pisani, LLC is a downtown Denver criminal defense practice. Its website lists assault, domestic violence, theft, drug and weapons charges, juvenile defense, felonies, record sealing, DUI and DWAI, plus traffic defense and DMV assistance, and advertises a free consultation. The site title cites more than ten years of experience.

What people praise

  • Fast responses from the attorney and his paralegal, according to reviewers
  • Several reviews involve traffic tickets and reduced charges
  • One out-of-state client says the attorney appeared in court on their behalf
  • Reviewers say costs and next steps were explained up front

Worth knowing

  • Office hours are weekdays only, so evening or weekend contact may mean a voicemail
Reputation scorecardrank in Denver
Rating4.9 / 5
Review volume266 · 93rd
Confidencehigh
Recency2 months ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown96% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A good fit if your matter is a traffic offense, DUI or lower-level charge and you want a small team that answers quickly.

Website+1303-635-6768 Directions

600 17th St Unit 2823, Denver, CO 80202

Krizman Law logo
#3🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

Krizman Law

4.9202 Google reviews

Krizman Law is a Denver criminal defense firm on Speer Boulevard that brands its work as Relentless Criminal Defense. Its website leads with domestic violence defense, also lists DUI and drug offenses, and says it serves Denver, the Front Range and the Colorado mountains. Several attorneys are named on the site.

What people praise

  • Reviewers repeatedly credit Casey Krizman for staying in touch and caring about the outcome
  • Clients who had worked with other firms describe a smoother experience here
  • The firm replies personally and in detail to reviews
  • Support during court appearances is mentioned

Worth knowing

  • The site headline focuses on domestic violence, so ask how the team handles your specific charge
Reputation scorecardrank in Denver
Rating4.9 / 5
Review volume202 · 83rd
Confidencehigh
Recency3 months ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown97% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: Worth a call for domestic violence or any case where you want one lead attorney who stays involved. Reviews are recent and consistently warm.

Website+1720-730-5882 Directions

1391 Speer Blvd #830, Denver, CO 80204

Law Office of Kimberly Diego Criminal Defense logo
#4🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

Law Office of Kimberly Diego Criminal Defense

5.0175 Google reviews

Law Office of Kimberly Diego Criminal Defense works from an office on Logan Street in Denver. Its website advertises a free consultation with availability 24 hours a day, lists a long run of practice areas from burglary and DUI to expungements and bench warrants, and names Aurora, Lakewood, Westminster, Castle Rock, Brighton, Aspen, Vail and Telluride among areas served.

What people praise

  • Reviewers report quick responses and constant contact
  • Several describe charges that were dismissed or dropped, and one mentions a sealing petition filed right away
  • Clients say she explained the process and showed empathy
  • Practice list includes record sealing and expungements

Worth knowing

  • The 5.0 rests on fewer reviews than the firms listed above it
Reputation scorecardrank in Denver
Rating5 / 5
Review volume175 · 78th
Confidencemoderate
Recency7 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown99% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A perfect rating with real detail in the reviews. It sits below the larger review bases on volume, not on quality, and suits people who want an attorney who picks up fast.

Website+1720-257-5346 Directions

899 Logan St Suite #103, Denver, CO 80203

Shazam Kianpour & Associates, P.C. logo
#5🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

Shazam Kianpour & Associates, P.C.

4.8217 Google reviews

Shazam Kianpour & Associates, P.C. is a criminal defense firm on East 9th Avenue in Denver. Its website says the team has handled thousands of Colorado cases over more than 22 years, offers a free consultation, and lists DUI, domestic violence, drug, sex crime, theft, gun and traffic charges, with pages for Aurora, Littleton, Highlands Ranch, Lakewood and Arvada.

What people praise

  • Many reviewers describe traffic cases that ended in dismissals or reduced points
  • Clients mention constant communication from the attorney and team
  • Several say they felt the firm wasn't just after their money
  • Repeat clients return for new matters

Worth knowing

  • Rating is a notch below the others here, with a handful of one-star reviews in the mix
Reputation scorecardrank in Denver
Rating4.8 / 5
Review volume217 · 88th
Confidencehigh
Recency2 months ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown94% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A practical pick for traffic and license problems in particular. The rating is slightly lower than the rest, but the review volume is solid.

Website+1303-532-4211 Directions

190 E 9th Ave Suite 300, Denver, CO 80203

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How the scores work

Every number on this page comes from public Google data on the date shown. Rating is the live Google star average. Review volume is how many people have rated the firm, compared with other Denver criminal defense lawyers. Confidence weighs the rating by that volume, so a 4.9 built on hundreds of reviews carries more weight than a 5.0 built on a few. Recency reflects how recently clients are still leaving reviews. No business can pay to change these numbers.

What does a criminal defense lawyer charge in Denver?

Fees depend on the charge, whether it’s a ticket, a misdemeanor or a felony, how likely the case is to go to trial, and whether the firm bills a flat fee or by the hour. Nothing on this page quotes a price. Ask each office for a written fee agreement that spells out what’s covered.

Defense help around Denver

The firms above have offices in downtown Denver, near Speer Boulevard and on Logan Street, and several say they also take cases in Aurora, Lakewood, Westminster, Arvada and other Front Range suburbs. If you’re searching for a criminal defense lawyer near me, each listing shows a phone number and map link so you can find the closest office.

Questions to settle at the first consultation

  • Who will actually handle my case day to day, and who will appear in court?
  • Is the fee flat or hourly, and what is not included?
  • Have you handled this specific charge in the court where mine is filed?
  • How quickly will you return calls, and who do I contact when you’re in court?
  • What are the realistic options, and what are the risks of each?

Frequently asked questions

Do Denver criminal defense lawyers offer free consultations?

Several firms here, including Law Offices of Steven J. Pisani, Law Office of Kimberly Diego and Shazam Kianpour & Associates, advertise free consultations on their websites. Confirm the terms when you call.

Do these firms handle traffic tickets as well as serious charges?

Reviews for Pisani and for Shazam Kianpour & Associates describe traffic cases, and both firms list traffic defense on their sites. Ask any firm whether your ticket falls within what it takes on.

Where to start

Colorado Legal Defense Group is the safe default on proven volume and a perfect rating, with Pisani, Krizman Law and Law Office of Kimberly Diego close behind for more specific needs. Whichever you call, ask for the fee agreement in writing before you sign.

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