Colorado Lawyer Team
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Best Criminal Defense Lawyers in Fort Collins, CO
21 firms listed · all 21 in Fort Collins · 4 open 24/7 · 7 open weekends · 19 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 24, 2026
O'Malley Law Office
“' I would highly recommend him if you need an attorney that knows the law in-and-out and gets results.”
The Leier Law Office
“Not only was he kind and responsive but he made me feel heard and explained everything clearly.”
Haltzman Law Firm
“Haltzman and his team go above and beyond to help you in times of need.”
Lee E. Christian Law
“Not only is he wildly good at what he does, successfully obtaining the maximum amount of the settlement in my case, but he also knows how to uplift, encourage, and become a real member of your support system”
Eric A. Sunness, Attorney at Law
“Even during a time when he was dealing with his own personal life matters he worked hard for me, demonstrated much compassion and kept me in the loop during the entire duration of my case by communicating effectively.”
The 21 firms listed for Fort Collins, CO defend criminal charges for people. What each states about the offenses it takes and the courts it appears in comes from its own website; ratings and quotes come from public reviews.
Area overview: Fort Collins, CO
All 21 firms we list here are in Fort Collins itself. The firms on this page are rated from 4.3 to 5.0 across 1,382 reviews; 12 have 50 or more reviews and 19 are rated 4.5 or higher. The topics that come up most in reviews of the firms on this page are "results", "knowledge" and "communication". 4 are open around the clock; 7 are open on Saturdays and 6 on Sundays. The practice areas the firms on this page list most often on their websites are domestic violence (4), criminal defense (2) and personal injury (2). 1 has a BBB rating of A or A+. 12 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 32 years. 4 offer urgent consultations and 10 offer a free initial consultation. We have a website on file for all 21 of the firms on this page; 18 publish a contact page and 4 list a public email. We count these figures across the firms on this page; hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the firm before you book a consultation.
Do any criminal law firms listed for Fort Collins offer free consultations?
10 of the 21 criminal defense firms here state that a first consultation carries no charge. Treat it as a chance to ask how your kind of charge is handled and who would cover your hearings. It is not the moment to describe the facts in detail to several firms in a row.
Rick Silver Law
“Thanks to his relentless efforts and deep expertise, he managed to secure the mandatory minimum penalty for a case that could have had much more severe consequences.”
Roselle & Breitigam
“Brittany was excellent and always responded to my emails quickly, and when she wasn't able to she would pass them onto Will (William).”
Cummings & Petrone Criminal Defense Law Firm
“Joe was able to get my charges dropped completely and went above and beyond to handle every little aspect of the case while communicating everything to me and updating me frequently.”
Andrew L. Bertrand Law Office
“I first met Andrew just over 20 years ago when I faced a felony case during which he got me an incredible plea bargain to a deferred sentence.”
The Law Office of Nathan P. Hansen
“Not only is your knowledge of law top, the kindness and honestly you bring, through so much trauma I was in, makes such a difference in lives.”
Rachel A. Michael
“I am very grateful for Ginger's candid and honest advise on my son's case and how she explained what he is going to be up against going forward.”
The Law Office of Casey James Alexander
“Professional and courteous, helpful in guiding someone who had a first time dealing with the legal system and provided professional advice and representation for an overzealous charge.”
The Salas Law Firm
“If you want someone who is going to fight for you, Cody is your guy!”
The Law Office of Stephen Doolittle
“He took the time to answer all my questions and was able to get my daughters case dismissed.”
Fischer Law Group
“Can not tell you how much we would recommend this firm and Eric Fischer to ANYONE who needs representation.”
David A. Mestas
“If you are looking for an attorney who will represent YOU and defend you competently, look no further.”
Brad Allin - DUI Law Office
“I received a DUI my first time ever dealing with anything like this, and they were always available for me when I had questions about my case and what I was to do/need going forward.”
Samuelson Law
“They dug into the facts and the resolution was very favorable thanks to their hard work!”
Gavaldon & Mestas
“He was friendly and helpful at every turn and managed to take care of my issues without a hint of an issue.”
The Law Offices of Dion J. Custis
“Hope to not need an attorney again but if I do , DION will be my choice !!!”
Why these companies made our list
What clients say about firms in Fort Collins
- “Kent and his staff were great at keeping me up to date on the progress of my case and they were always pleasant to work with.” — client of The Leier Law Office
- “They are very responsive. They assisted me in understanding all aspects of my case and was able to get my charges dismissed and sealed.” — client of O'Malley Law Office
- “Matthew and his team are the most kind and compassionate firm I have personally had the pleasure of working with.” — client of Haltzman Law Firm
- “Very pleased with Will and Brittany. They kept me informed and updated.” — client of Roselle & Breitigam
Excerpts from public reviews of the firms listed on this page.
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