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James Stanley

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Law Degree

Awards

Primary Practice Area

Criminal Defense

Language

English

About

James Stanley has over 35 years’ experience in criminal and DUI law. He has handled thousands of criminal cases and has conducted over 150 jury trials to verdict. Mr. Stanley is a former Colorado Senior Deputy District Attorney. This background and experience provides a unique ability to effectively evaluate the merits of a criminal case, detect defects in police investigations, recognize when an individual's constitutional rights have been violated, discover procedural errors and make the right decisions on how to handle the case. These skills come from evaluating thousands of police investigations and preparing criminal and DUI cases for trial.Mr. Stanley, with years of experience as a former senior prosecutor, has unique insight into what is involved with the decision-making process and analysis of a criminal prosecution. He has knowledge and understanding of how the criminal justice system works and uses what he has learned over many years to benefit his clients. Knowing how decision makers, the prosecutors and the judges, think and analyze a case provides a solid basis to achieve the best possible outcome for his clients. He has extensive experience with every category of criminal offense, including Murder, Assault, Drug Offenses, Theft, Financial Crimes, Domestic Violence and DUI.Mr. Stanley's law practice focuses on helping individuals accused of a crime or DUI in Colorado. His passion is to ensure that every step is taken, and every possible measure is used to achieve the best possible case outcome for his clients. To accomplish this, it is crucial that the prosecutor fully understands the total picture surrounding the facts of the case. This total picture is usually omitted when the police bring a case to the prosecutor. Mr. Stanley has developed a skill in identifying, developing and effectively presenting the aspects of a case that places his clients in the best possible light. Many of Mr. Stanley's clients have been falsely accused. When he takes on a case where the client has been falsely accused, Mr. Stanley works tirelessly to uncover what is missing in the police investigation and reveal the truth. Of course, each case is different and defensible to different degrees. Mr. Stanley's clients are consistently extremely satisfied with what he can accomplish for them.Mr. Stanley's experience is not limited to the law. In addition to his legal training and extensive courtroom experience, Mr. Stanley has a diverse background, equipping him for problem solving, case fact analysis and the ability to easily relate to his clients as well as his opponents in the courtroom. Mr. Stanley believes a well-rounded person with varied life experiences is important to the successful pracice of law, which involves significant personal and human interaction. Mr. Stanley has a broad background of life experiences, including the following: Crewman on a helicopter search and rescue team with the U.S National Park Service, wild land firefighter with the U.S. Forest Service and the U.S. Department of Interior, sergeant in the U.S. Marine Corps, with an Honorable Discharge and Professional forester in the Pacific Northwest for a major timber company.​Mr. Stanley is known for his tenacity, attention to detail and requirement of a complete and comprehensive investigation on every case he accepts. When necessary, he employs only the most experienced and competent investigators. When he accepts a case, he will make it his mission to work tirelessly to uncover every aspect and nuance in the case to determine what makes it unique and what can lead to the best possible outcome for his clients.A history of proven results from actual clients is the best test to base the decision on which lawyer to hire. You can view testimonials from Mr. Stanley's actual clients by clicking Client Testimonials, or you can view Mr. Stanley's client testimonials on the premier lawyer review website AVVO.com.Mr. Stanley is licensed to practice law in Colorado State Courts (reg. #13475), the U.S. District Court, District of Colorado and the U.S. Supreme Court. His practice includes the entire front range area, including Jefferson, Denver, Arapahoe, Adams, Boulder, Douglas, Broomfield, Elbert, Gilpin, Kiowa, Larimer, Weld, Summit, Clear Creek, Park, Summit, Grand, El Paso, Eagle, Lake, Teller, Lakewood, Arvada and Golden. Mr. Stanley is a member of the Colorado Bar Association, the Colorado Criminal Defense Bar Association and the American Bar Association.

Practices Areas

Criminal Defense

DUI and DWI

Language

English

Contact

James F Stanley, Attorney at Law12600 W. Colfax Ave.Suite C-400Lakewood, CO, 80215

Office: (720) 897-0227

Website: N/A

Reviews

anonymous
November 3, 2021

Jim is a very caring and compassionate human being not to mention an A+ attorney! I am very pleased with everything I learned from working with Jim Stanley Law and their professionalism and attention to detail is top notch. Jim will treat your case as his own and get you the best possible outcome for your case. He puts his heart into every aspect of the process and with has vast knowledge and experience of the legal system no doubt you will be in the best hands! Thank you Jim for all that you do!!!

Jessica
September 19, 2020

I was wrongly charged with a felony assault in Jefferson county. After speaking with several attorneys, I decided to entrust James Stanley with my case. He was very thorough in our initial consultation, where he explained in detail what he would do and what I could expect during the process. I was very impressed with his extensive experience within the court system and felt confident in his ability and expertise. He was in constant communication with updates about my case and he was always very quick to reply to any of my concerns. I am so thankful that I went to James because he went above and beyond to help me during this stressful time. James was able to achieve an incredible outcome in my case and was able to get my felony Assault charge with serious bodily injury dismissed in its entirety, which is very rare in Jefferson County! This District Attorney’s office is known for its tough stance prosecutors, who will attempt to squeeze some kind of conviction out of any case, but he put together a concise and effective argument outlining the defense in my case. He took a very aggressive approach with the prosecutor assigned to my case, which resulted in this complete dismissal. James Stanley is an expert attorney and well worth the cost. I am so grateful for all his hard work, thank you!

Joe
March 7, 2018

I was charged with Assault in Denver. As a result of this criminal charge, I was living my life thinking I would have no future career, facing burdens of unemployment and finding places to live. Attorney James Stanley saved my life. His tedious, aggressive work saved me from a life of misery. The first thing that I noticed about Mr. Stanley was his communication. We spoke nearly every single day. He returned responded to every email, voicemail, and made sure that I was in the loop. Sometimes I was scared to read the emails because I feared I wouldn’t like what I read. Which leads me to another point, his honesty. While keeping me in the loop, he informed me of every single finding related to my case. Sometimes the findings were good and sometimes the findings were not so good, regardless he made sure I knew about everything and we discussed every single point. After my first conversation with Mr. Stanley, I could tell he was my best option. I felt comfort and trust with him, which from what I have heard can be hard to find in lawyers. Another great attribute about M. Stanley, is that he was relentless and has a tenacious work ethic. He explored every possible avenue of attack and defense on my case. We spoke about every possible outcome in my case whether it was good or bad. Due to his nonstop work and efforts, we were able to dissect the case and find numerous defects in the prosecution’s case. I appreciate the fact that Jim looked at every possible avenue we had. During my case and communications with Mr. Stanley, he went out of his way to have his staff reenact what happened to see if they could find anything that could be good or bad for my case. By doing this we were able to see where a jury might find certain avenues of belief or disbelief on each party. The fact that he went out of his way to do this was very comforting. It only added to the sense of comfort and confidence in his work and just showed me how much he cares about his clients. Mr. Stanley put together an amazing package of evidence and information to be presented to the courts and prosecuting attorney. Due to his efforts we were able to get my case dismissed after just one court date; this seems unheard of. Other lawyers I had spoke with about my case seemed skeptical of my story, the outcome, and me. Mr. Stanley took me in with open arms and I must repeat this; I think he saved me a life full of misery. I believe Mr. Stanley is top notch and I would recommend him to any person that ever needs a criminal defense lawyer. He will listen to you; he will give you the honest truth every step of the way even if you don’t like what you hear. You want someone who looks at the facts, someone that will use their experience to get you the best possible outcome, and that’s exactly what Mr. Stanley does. He doesn’t care about how big the payout is, he cares about you, your life, and your happiness. He will be there every step of the way to support you, guide you, and do his very best in making sure you get the best outcome possible. Words can’t really describe how good he is at what he does. He truly uses his intelligence, expertise, and experience in the art of dealing with criminal law and prosecuting attorneys. I just want to say thank you Jim. You really did save my life in so many ways, it would have taken a miracle to find success in this world as a working man if it hadn’t been for your work. Thank you, Joseph Brown

Jerel
March 27, 2020

In September of 2019 my friend was pulled over and charged with a Felony DUI and other criminal charges. Along with losing her drivers license, she was also possibly facing a prison term and her probation being revoked in another case. After consulting with several attorneys, she decided to hire James Stanley. I became involved with the case when my friend needed a witness and testimony to support the evidence of her innocence! I spoke with Mr. Stanley, and right away from the start I noticed how attentive he was to detail and how involved he was in the case. I was impressed at the urgency he put into getting information quickly and then thoroughly investigating it. Mr. Stanley is confident, professional, courteous, astute, persistent, logical and he fights for his clients! Due to his diligence and relentless pursuit of justice for my friend, her felony DUI case was dismissed and the DMV case was dismissed as well. Everything was dismissed, as if it never happened! Mr. Stanley accomplished this after just one court appearance! It was an incredible outcome- thanks to Mr. Stanley’s expertise and persistence. If you feel the odds are stacked up against you legally, and you are being treated unfairly by the court system, then hire Mr. Stanley to be your criminal attorney. You will be in good hands!

Misty
January 11, 2022

In less then 4 months Mr. Stanley got a felony 6 case totally dismissed. I thought I would have to pay a restitution or be on probation and take a domestic violence class. Mr. Stanley was extremely helpful from the start, starting with his fees and working with me, he kept me informed and always answered any and all questions in a timely manner. I was extremely pleased with my results and the short time it took to get my case settled. (DISMISSED) Thank you for all your help. I would highly recommend his services to anyone.

Jacob
December 27, 2021

I had to hire Mr. Stanley for a case that wasn't in my favor at all. He was very cooperative and constantly gave me suggestions on what to do. Some of those I put off to the side for the time being but then I finally did what I was asked to do, and wow it helped me! Mr. Stanley was able to get the best possible outcome for my case without having to go to trial! I couldn't thank him enough. If you are looking to hire a criminal defense lawyer, hire James Stanley!

anonymous
November 18, 2021

I was reading some of the previous google reviews when I chose Jim Stanley to take on my case. He lived up to my expectations and more! Jim was very understanding while I was explaining my case to him, and he was able to help calm my nerves by reassuring me that he would do everything in his power to help me. After agreeing to take on my case I received a phone call from Jim a few days later where he had done extensive research on my case, and he then had a list of steps for me to take. These were very easy to follow and actionable, they helped me and they will help you too. After following the instructions, Jim was able to convince the prosecutor and the judge to get my case deferred. This means that as long as I stay out of trouble for just six months, I will have my charges completely dropped and can legally say that I was never arrested. Jim also convinced the judge to impose no jail, no fine and not even probation. I essentially had no sentence or punishment at all! This is an amazing outcome, and I can now apply for jobs without fear that my mistakes will haunt me. There is no way that I could have received this outcome on my own, and for that I am forever grateful to attorney Jim Stanley

Kennedy
November 11, 2021

Mr. Stanley did an excellent job when he represented me. He kept me informed and responded to my inquiries in a timely manner. His knowledge of the justice system, opposing counsel and law enforcement seemed to make all the difference in his ability to quickly resolve my case through a complete dismissal of the charges against me. I am very grateful for his hard work and would not hesitate to recommend him to others.

Charlie
November 3, 2021

The call from our son at the Denver County detention center came on Saturday afternoon, June 22nd. "Please help me, I've been in jail for 4 days, arrested and charged with DUI and several traffic offenses." We were in Virginia. I packed a bag and drove to Denver (earliest flight was Monday) non stop to get him released on bond. First thing - find him a good lawyer. His mom came up with a list of about a half dozen lawyers based on online reviews. We reviewed them over the phone (I think I was driving through Kentucky at the time). Jim Stanley was our first choice based on the reviews. If anything they were understated to put it very mildly. We contacted and retained Jim on Monday morning. Jim quickly learned that our son also had two pending cases in Jefferson County - FTA for a probation revocation hearing for a 2018 DWAI conviction and a DUI. Talk about complex. Based on the facts and evidence in all cases, Jim formed a strategy to 1. Get help for our son - detox, recovery, and rehabilitation, medical and therapeutic. Jim made it clear to us that our son's health and well being were clearly the most important aspects of these cases. 2. Communicate continuously with the District Attorneys in all cases all the progress our son was making through professional medical and therapeutic help. Back this up with documentation. Make the case that our son was no longer a danger to himself or others. Jim was relentless and succeeded on all fronts. The DAs hold a lot of sway with the Judges and the Judges put lot of credence in what they say and recommend. Dealing with the DAs is clearly Jim's forte. 3. Show the DAs and Judges that our son was going above and beyond to get professional help and not just doing what POs and pre-trial officers required. 4. Show the DAs and Judges that our son has a very strong support system of friends, relatives, immediate family, employer, customers, etc. In our opinion most important is immediate family - especially mother and father if possible. Do this through detailed letters to the DAs/Judges. 5. Continue cases until our son had the time to get firmly into the medical and therapeutic treatment programs he so desperately needed, for Jim to prepare and disseminate associated documentation for the DA/Judges, and to verbally communicate this information to the DAs. 6. When the time was right based on all data and information provided to the DAs, work out plea agreements with the DAs. In court, written and verbal testimony from the DAs, our son, and immediate family carried the day. Even Jim was surprised at how favorable one of the cases turned out. In the end (today, 2 November, more than 4 months later) our son is not incarcerated, his fines and court costs manageable, and he is in a therapeutic program that is working. He is well on the road to recovery and back to being a productive member of society. Our son's lawyer, Jim Stanley, made this all happen. I cannot heap enough praise on him. He was spot on with everything he directed our son and us, his parents, to do. We have him to thank for our son's freedom and for being firmly on the road to recovery. It is still a long road, but thanks to Jim, our son is on it and headed in the right direction. 5 stars does not do Jim justice. Make it 10. Thanks a lot Jim.

Joshua
November 3, 2021

I chose Mr. Stanley after reading countless great reviews and when I reached out to him he expressed true concern with my situation and was diligent from the jump. He was able to take my serious charges down to zero. I am beyond grateful for his professionalism and care in my case. I highly recommend Jim Stanley for representation.

anonymous
November 3, 2021

Jim is a very caring and compassionate human being not to mention an A+ attorney! I am very pleased with everything I learned from working with Jim Stanley Law and their professionalism and attention to detail is top notch. Jim will treat your case as his own and get you the best possible outcome for your case. He puts his heart into every aspect of the process and with has vast knowledge and experience of the legal system no doubt you will be in the best hands! Thank you Jim for all that you do!!!

Jessica
September 19, 2020

I was wrongly charged with a felony assault in Jefferson county. After speaking with several attorneys, I decided to entrust James Stanley with my case. He was very thorough in our initial consultation, where he explained in detail what he would do and what I could expect during the process. I was very impressed with his extensive experience within the court system and felt confident in his ability and expertise. He was in constant communication with updates about my case and he was always very quick to reply to any of my concerns. I am so thankful that I went to James because he went above and beyond to help me during this stressful time. James was able to achieve an incredible outcome in my case and was able to get my felony Assault charge with serious bodily injury dismissed in its entirety, which is very rare in Jefferson County! This District Attorney’s office is known for its tough stance prosecutors, who will attempt to squeeze some kind of conviction out of any case, but he put together a concise and effective argument outlining the defense in my case. He took a very aggressive approach with the prosecutor assigned to my case, which resulted in this complete dismissal. James Stanley is an expert attorney and well worth the cost. I am so grateful for all his hard work, thank you!

Joe
March 7, 2018

I was charged with Assault in Denver. As a result of this criminal charge, I was living my life thinking I would have no future career, facing burdens of unemployment and finding places to live. Attorney James Stanley saved my life. His tedious, aggressive work saved me from a life of misery. The first thing that I noticed about Mr. Stanley was his communication. We spoke nearly every single day. He returned responded to every email, voicemail, and made sure that I was in the loop. Sometimes I was scared to read the emails because I feared I wouldn’t like what I read. Which leads me to another point, his honesty. While keeping me in the loop, he informed me of every single finding related to my case. Sometimes the findings were good and sometimes the findings were not so good, regardless he made sure I knew about everything and we discussed every single point. After my first conversation with Mr. Stanley, I could tell he was my best option. I felt comfort and trust with him, which from what I have heard can be hard to find in lawyers. Another great attribute about M. Stanley, is that he was relentless and has a tenacious work ethic. He explored every possible avenue of attack and defense on my case. We spoke about every possible outcome in my case whether it was good or bad. Due to his nonstop work and efforts, we were able to dissect the case and find numerous defects in the prosecution’s case. I appreciate the fact that Jim looked at every possible avenue we had. During my case and communications with Mr. Stanley, he went out of his way to have his staff reenact what happened to see if they could find anything that could be good or bad for my case. By doing this we were able to see where a jury might find certain avenues of belief or disbelief on each party. The fact that he went out of his way to do this was very comforting. It only added to the sense of comfort and confidence in his work and just showed me how much he cares about his clients. Mr. Stanley put together an amazing package of evidence and information to be presented to the courts and prosecuting attorney. Due to his efforts we were able to get my case dismissed after just one court date; this seems unheard of. Other lawyers I had spoke with about my case seemed skeptical of my story, the outcome, and me. Mr. Stanley took me in with open arms and I must repeat this; I think he saved me a life full of misery. I believe Mr. Stanley is top notch and I would recommend him to any person that ever needs a criminal defense lawyer. He will listen to you; he will give you the honest truth every step of the way even if you don’t like what you hear. You want someone who looks at the facts, someone that will use their experience to get you the best possible outcome, and that’s exactly what Mr. Stanley does. He doesn’t care about how big the payout is, he cares about you, your life, and your happiness. He will be there every step of the way to support you, guide you, and do his very best in making sure you get the best outcome possible. Words can’t really describe how good he is at what he does. He truly uses his intelligence, expertise, and experience in the art of dealing with criminal law and prosecuting attorneys. I just want to say thank you Jim. You really did save my life in so many ways, it would have taken a miracle to find success in this world as a working man if it hadn’t been for your work. Thank you, Joseph Brown

Jerel
March 27, 2020

In September of 2019 my friend was pulled over and charged with a Felony DUI and other criminal charges. Along with losing her drivers license, she was also possibly facing a prison term and her probation being revoked in another case. After consulting with several attorneys, she decided to hire James Stanley. I became involved with the case when my friend needed a witness and testimony to support the evidence of her innocence! I spoke with Mr. Stanley, and right away from the start I noticed how attentive he was to detail and how involved he was in the case. I was impressed at the urgency he put into getting information quickly and then thoroughly investigating it. Mr. Stanley is confident, professional, courteous, astute, persistent, logical and he fights for his clients! Due to his diligence and relentless pursuit of justice for my friend, her felony DUI case was dismissed and the DMV case was dismissed as well. Everything was dismissed, as if it never happened! Mr. Stanley accomplished this after just one court appearance! It was an incredible outcome- thanks to Mr. Stanley’s expertise and persistence. If you feel the odds are stacked up against you legally, and you are being treated unfairly by the court system, then hire Mr. Stanley to be your criminal attorney. You will be in good hands!

Misty
January 11, 2022

In less then 4 months Mr. Stanley got a felony 6 case totally dismissed. I thought I would have to pay a restitution or be on probation and take a domestic violence class. Mr. Stanley was extremely helpful from the start, starting with his fees and working with me, he kept me informed and always answered any and all questions in a timely manner. I was extremely pleased with my results and the short time it took to get my case settled. (DISMISSED) Thank you for all your help. I would highly recommend his services to anyone.

Jacob
December 27, 2021

I had to hire Mr. Stanley for a case that wasn't in my favor at all. He was very cooperative and constantly gave me suggestions on what to do. Some of those I put off to the side for the time being but then I finally did what I was asked to do, and wow it helped me! Mr. Stanley was able to get the best possible outcome for my case without having to go to trial! I couldn't thank him enough. If you are looking to hire a criminal defense lawyer, hire James Stanley!

anonymous
November 18, 2021

I was reading some of the previous google reviews when I chose Jim Stanley to take on my case. He lived up to my expectations and more! Jim was very understanding while I was explaining my case to him, and he was able to help calm my nerves by reassuring me that he would do everything in his power to help me. After agreeing to take on my case I received a phone call from Jim a few days later where he had done extensive research on my case, and he then had a list of steps for me to take. These were very easy to follow and actionable, they helped me and they will help you too. After following the instructions, Jim was able to convince the prosecutor and the judge to get my case deferred. This means that as long as I stay out of trouble for just six months, I will have my charges completely dropped and can legally say that I was never arrested. Jim also convinced the judge to impose no jail, no fine and not even probation. I essentially had no sentence or punishment at all! This is an amazing outcome, and I can now apply for jobs without fear that my mistakes will haunt me. There is no way that I could have received this outcome on my own, and for that I am forever grateful to attorney Jim Stanley

Kennedy
November 11, 2021

Mr. Stanley did an excellent job when he represented me. He kept me informed and responded to my inquiries in a timely manner. His knowledge of the justice system, opposing counsel and law enforcement seemed to make all the difference in his ability to quickly resolve my case through a complete dismissal of the charges against me. I am very grateful for his hard work and would not hesitate to recommend him to others.

Charlie
November 3, 2021

The call from our son at the Denver County detention center came on Saturday afternoon, June 22nd. "Please help me, I've been in jail for 4 days, arrested and charged with DUI and several traffic offenses." We were in Virginia. I packed a bag and drove to Denver (earliest flight was Monday) non stop to get him released on bond. First thing - find him a good lawyer. His mom came up with a list of about a half dozen lawyers based on online reviews. We reviewed them over the phone (I think I was driving through Kentucky at the time). Jim Stanley was our first choice based on the reviews. If anything they were understated to put it very mildly. We contacted and retained Jim on Monday morning. Jim quickly learned that our son also had two pending cases in Jefferson County - FTA for a probation revocation hearing for a 2018 DWAI conviction and a DUI. Talk about complex. Based on the facts and evidence in all cases, Jim formed a strategy to 1. Get help for our son - detox, recovery, and rehabilitation, medical and therapeutic. Jim made it clear to us that our son's health and well being were clearly the most important aspects of these cases. 2. Communicate continuously with the District Attorneys in all cases all the progress our son was making through professional medical and therapeutic help. Back this up with documentation. Make the case that our son was no longer a danger to himself or others. Jim was relentless and succeeded on all fronts. The DAs hold a lot of sway with the Judges and the Judges put lot of credence in what they say and recommend. Dealing with the DAs is clearly Jim's forte. 3. Show the DAs and Judges that our son was going above and beyond to get professional help and not just doing what POs and pre-trial officers required. 4. Show the DAs and Judges that our son has a very strong support system of friends, relatives, immediate family, employer, customers, etc. In our opinion most important is immediate family - especially mother and father if possible. Do this through detailed letters to the DAs/Judges. 5. Continue cases until our son had the time to get firmly into the medical and therapeutic treatment programs he so desperately needed, for Jim to prepare and disseminate associated documentation for the DA/Judges, and to verbally communicate this information to the DAs. 6. When the time was right based on all data and information provided to the DAs, work out plea agreements with the DAs. In court, written and verbal testimony from the DAs, our son, and immediate family carried the day. Even Jim was surprised at how favorable one of the cases turned out. In the end (today, 2 November, more than 4 months later) our son is not incarcerated, his fines and court costs manageable, and he is in a therapeutic program that is working. He is well on the road to recovery and back to being a productive member of society. Our son's lawyer, Jim Stanley, made this all happen. I cannot heap enough praise on him. He was spot on with everything he directed our son and us, his parents, to do. We have him to thank for our son's freedom and for being firmly on the road to recovery. It is still a long road, but thanks to Jim, our son is on it and headed in the right direction. 5 stars does not do Jim justice. Make it 10. Thanks a lot Jim.

Joshua
November 3, 2021

I chose Mr. Stanley after reading countless great reviews and when I reached out to him he expressed true concern with my situation and was diligent from the jump. He was able to take my serious charges down to zero. I am beyond grateful for his professionalism and care in my case. I highly recommend Jim Stanley for representation.

anonymous
November 3, 2021

Jim is a very caring and compassionate human being not to mention an A+ attorney! I am very pleased with everything I learned from working with Jim Stanley Law and their professionalism and attention to detail is top notch. Jim will treat your case as his own and get you the best possible outcome for your case. He puts his heart into every aspect of the process and with has vast knowledge and experience of the legal system no doubt you will be in the best hands! Thank you Jim for all that you do!!!

Jessica
September 19, 2020

I was wrongly charged with a felony assault in Jefferson county. After speaking with several attorneys, I decided to entrust James Stanley with my case. He was very thorough in our initial consultation, where he explained in detail what he would do and what I could expect during the process. I was very impressed with his extensive experience within the court system and felt confident in his ability and expertise. He was in constant communication with updates about my case and he was always very quick to reply to any of my concerns. I am so thankful that I went to James because he went above and beyond to help me during this stressful time. James was able to achieve an incredible outcome in my case and was able to get my felony Assault charge with serious bodily injury dismissed in its entirety, which is very rare in Jefferson County! This District Attorney’s office is known for its tough stance prosecutors, who will attempt to squeeze some kind of conviction out of any case, but he put together a concise and effective argument outlining the defense in my case. He took a very aggressive approach with the prosecutor assigned to my case, which resulted in this complete dismissal. James Stanley is an expert attorney and well worth the cost. I am so grateful for all his hard work, thank you!

Joe
March 7, 2018

I was charged with Assault in Denver. As a result of this criminal charge, I was living my life thinking I would have no future career, facing burdens of unemployment and finding places to live. Attorney James Stanley saved my life. His tedious, aggressive work saved me from a life of misery. The first thing that I noticed about Mr. Stanley was his communication. We spoke nearly every single day. He returned responded to every email, voicemail, and made sure that I was in the loop. Sometimes I was scared to read the emails because I feared I wouldn’t like what I read. Which leads me to another point, his honesty. While keeping me in the loop, he informed me of every single finding related to my case. Sometimes the findings were good and sometimes the findings were not so good, regardless he made sure I knew about everything and we discussed every single point. After my first conversation with Mr. Stanley, I could tell he was my best option. I felt comfort and trust with him, which from what I have heard can be hard to find in lawyers. Another great attribute about M. Stanley, is that he was relentless and has a tenacious work ethic. He explored every possible avenue of attack and defense on my case. We spoke about every possible outcome in my case whether it was good or bad. Due to his nonstop work and efforts, we were able to dissect the case and find numerous defects in the prosecution’s case. I appreciate the fact that Jim looked at every possible avenue we had. During my case and communications with Mr. Stanley, he went out of his way to have his staff reenact what happened to see if they could find anything that could be good or bad for my case. By doing this we were able to see where a jury might find certain avenues of belief or disbelief on each party. The fact that he went out of his way to do this was very comforting. It only added to the sense of comfort and confidence in his work and just showed me how much he cares about his clients. Mr. Stanley put together an amazing package of evidence and information to be presented to the courts and prosecuting attorney. Due to his efforts we were able to get my case dismissed after just one court date; this seems unheard of. Other lawyers I had spoke with about my case seemed skeptical of my story, the outcome, and me. Mr. Stanley took me in with open arms and I must repeat this; I think he saved me a life full of misery. I believe Mr. Stanley is top notch and I would recommend him to any person that ever needs a criminal defense lawyer. He will listen to you; he will give you the honest truth every step of the way even if you don’t like what you hear. You want someone who looks at the facts, someone that will use their experience to get you the best possible outcome, and that’s exactly what Mr. Stanley does. He doesn’t care about how big the payout is, he cares about you, your life, and your happiness. He will be there every step of the way to support you, guide you, and do his very best in making sure you get the best outcome possible. Words can’t really describe how good he is at what he does. He truly uses his intelligence, expertise, and experience in the art of dealing with criminal law and prosecuting attorneys. I just want to say thank you Jim. You really did save my life in so many ways, it would have taken a miracle to find success in this world as a working man if it hadn’t been for your work. Thank you, Joseph Brown

Jerel
March 27, 2020

In September of 2019 my friend was pulled over and charged with a Felony DUI and other criminal charges. Along with losing her drivers license, she was also possibly facing a prison term and her probation being revoked in another case. After consulting with several attorneys, she decided to hire James Stanley. I became involved with the case when my friend needed a witness and testimony to support the evidence of her innocence! I spoke with Mr. Stanley, and right away from the start I noticed how attentive he was to detail and how involved he was in the case. I was impressed at the urgency he put into getting information quickly and then thoroughly investigating it. Mr. Stanley is confident, professional, courteous, astute, persistent, logical and he fights for his clients! Due to his diligence and relentless pursuit of justice for my friend, her felony DUI case was dismissed and the DMV case was dismissed as well. Everything was dismissed, as if it never happened! Mr. Stanley accomplished this after just one court appearance! It was an incredible outcome- thanks to Mr. Stanley’s expertise and persistence. If you feel the odds are stacked up against you legally, and you are being treated unfairly by the court system, then hire Mr. Stanley to be your criminal attorney. You will be in good hands!

Misty
January 11, 2022

In less then 4 months Mr. Stanley got a felony 6 case totally dismissed. I thought I would have to pay a restitution or be on probation and take a domestic violence class. Mr. Stanley was extremely helpful from the start, starting with his fees and working with me, he kept me informed and always answered any and all questions in a timely manner. I was extremely pleased with my results and the short time it took to get my case settled. (DISMISSED) Thank you for all your help. I would highly recommend his services to anyone.

Jacob
December 27, 2021

I had to hire Mr. Stanley for a case that wasn't in my favor at all. He was very cooperative and constantly gave me suggestions on what to do. Some of those I put off to the side for the time being but then I finally did what I was asked to do, and wow it helped me! Mr. Stanley was able to get the best possible outcome for my case without having to go to trial! I couldn't thank him enough. If you are looking to hire a criminal defense lawyer, hire James Stanley!

anonymous
November 18, 2021

I was reading some of the previous google reviews when I chose Jim Stanley to take on my case. He lived up to my expectations and more! Jim was very understanding while I was explaining my case to him, and he was able to help calm my nerves by reassuring me that he would do everything in his power to help me. After agreeing to take on my case I received a phone call from Jim a few days later where he had done extensive research on my case, and he then had a list of steps for me to take. These were very easy to follow and actionable, they helped me and they will help you too. After following the instructions, Jim was able to convince the prosecutor and the judge to get my case deferred. This means that as long as I stay out of trouble for just six months, I will have my charges completely dropped and can legally say that I was never arrested. Jim also convinced the judge to impose no jail, no fine and not even probation. I essentially had no sentence or punishment at all! This is an amazing outcome, and I can now apply for jobs without fear that my mistakes will haunt me. There is no way that I could have received this outcome on my own, and for that I am forever grateful to attorney Jim Stanley

Kennedy
November 11, 2021

Mr. Stanley did an excellent job when he represented me. He kept me informed and responded to my inquiries in a timely manner. His knowledge of the justice system, opposing counsel and law enforcement seemed to make all the difference in his ability to quickly resolve my case through a complete dismissal of the charges against me. I am very grateful for his hard work and would not hesitate to recommend him to others.

Charlie
November 3, 2021

The call from our son at the Denver County detention center came on Saturday afternoon, June 22nd. "Please help me, I've been in jail for 4 days, arrested and charged with DUI and several traffic offenses." We were in Virginia. I packed a bag and drove to Denver (earliest flight was Monday) non stop to get him released on bond. First thing - find him a good lawyer. His mom came up with a list of about a half dozen lawyers based on online reviews. We reviewed them over the phone (I think I was driving through Kentucky at the time). Jim Stanley was our first choice based on the reviews. If anything they were understated to put it very mildly. We contacted and retained Jim on Monday morning. Jim quickly learned that our son also had two pending cases in Jefferson County - FTA for a probation revocation hearing for a 2018 DWAI conviction and a DUI. Talk about complex. Based on the facts and evidence in all cases, Jim formed a strategy to 1. Get help for our son - detox, recovery, and rehabilitation, medical and therapeutic. Jim made it clear to us that our son's health and well being were clearly the most important aspects of these cases. 2. Communicate continuously with the District Attorneys in all cases all the progress our son was making through professional medical and therapeutic help. Back this up with documentation. Make the case that our son was no longer a danger to himself or others. Jim was relentless and succeeded on all fronts. The DAs hold a lot of sway with the Judges and the Judges put lot of credence in what they say and recommend. Dealing with the DAs is clearly Jim's forte. 3. Show the DAs and Judges that our son was going above and beyond to get professional help and not just doing what POs and pre-trial officers required. 4. Show the DAs and Judges that our son has a very strong support system of friends, relatives, immediate family, employer, customers, etc. In our opinion most important is immediate family - especially mother and father if possible. Do this through detailed letters to the DAs/Judges. 5. Continue cases until our son had the time to get firmly into the medical and therapeutic treatment programs he so desperately needed, for Jim to prepare and disseminate associated documentation for the DA/Judges, and to verbally communicate this information to the DAs. 6. When the time was right based on all data and information provided to the DAs, work out plea agreements with the DAs. In court, written and verbal testimony from the DAs, our son, and immediate family carried the day. Even Jim was surprised at how favorable one of the cases turned out. In the end (today, 2 November, more than 4 months later) our son is not incarcerated, his fines and court costs manageable, and he is in a therapeutic program that is working. He is well on the road to recovery and back to being a productive member of society. Our son's lawyer, Jim Stanley, made this all happen. I cannot heap enough praise on him. He was spot on with everything he directed our son and us, his parents, to do. We have him to thank for our son's freedom and for being firmly on the road to recovery. It is still a long road, but thanks to Jim, our son is on it and headed in the right direction. 5 stars does not do Jim justice. Make it 10. Thanks a lot Jim.

Joshua
November 3, 2021

I chose Mr. Stanley after reading countless great reviews and when I reached out to him he expressed true concern with my situation and was diligent from the jump. He was able to take my serious charges down to zero. I am beyond grateful for his professionalism and care in my case. I highly recommend Jim Stanley for representation.

anonymous
November 3, 2021

Jim is a very caring and compassionate human being not to mention an A+ attorney! I am very pleased with everything I learned from working with Jim Stanley Law and their professionalism and attention to detail is top notch. Jim will treat your case as his own and get you the best possible outcome for your case. He puts his heart into every aspect of the process and with has vast knowledge and experience of the legal system no doubt you will be in the best hands! Thank you Jim for all that you do!!!

Jessica
September 19, 2020

I was wrongly charged with a felony assault in Jefferson county. After speaking with several attorneys, I decided to entrust James Stanley with my case. He was very thorough in our initial consultation, where he explained in detail what he would do and what I could expect during the process. I was very impressed with his extensive experience within the court system and felt confident in his ability and expertise. He was in constant communication with updates about my case and he was always very quick to reply to any of my concerns. I am so thankful that I went to James because he went above and beyond to help me during this stressful time. James was able to achieve an incredible outcome in my case and was able to get my felony Assault charge with serious bodily injury dismissed in its entirety, which is very rare in Jefferson County! This District Attorney’s office is known for its tough stance prosecutors, who will attempt to squeeze some kind of conviction out of any case, but he put together a concise and effective argument outlining the defense in my case. He took a very aggressive approach with the prosecutor assigned to my case, which resulted in this complete dismissal. James Stanley is an expert attorney and well worth the cost. I am so grateful for all his hard work, thank you!

Joe
March 7, 2018

I was charged with Assault in Denver. As a result of this criminal charge, I was living my life thinking I would have no future career, facing burdens of unemployment and finding places to live. Attorney James Stanley saved my life. His tedious, aggressive work saved me from a life of misery. The first thing that I noticed about Mr. Stanley was his communication. We spoke nearly every single day. He returned responded to every email, voicemail, and made sure that I was in the loop. Sometimes I was scared to read the emails because I feared I wouldn’t like what I read. Which leads me to another point, his honesty. While keeping me in the loop, he informed me of every single finding related to my case. Sometimes the findings were good and sometimes the findings were not so good, regardless he made sure I knew about everything and we discussed every single point. After my first conversation with Mr. Stanley, I could tell he was my best option. I felt comfort and trust with him, which from what I have heard can be hard to find in lawyers. Another great attribute about M. Stanley, is that he was relentless and has a tenacious work ethic. He explored every possible avenue of attack and defense on my case. We spoke about every possible outcome in my case whether it was good or bad. Due to his nonstop work and efforts, we were able to dissect the case and find numerous defects in the prosecution’s case. I appreciate the fact that Jim looked at every possible avenue we had. During my case and communications with Mr. Stanley, he went out of his way to have his staff reenact what happened to see if they could find anything that could be good or bad for my case. By doing this we were able to see where a jury might find certain avenues of belief or disbelief on each party. The fact that he went out of his way to do this was very comforting. It only added to the sense of comfort and confidence in his work and just showed me how much he cares about his clients. Mr. Stanley put together an amazing package of evidence and information to be presented to the courts and prosecuting attorney. Due to his efforts we were able to get my case dismissed after just one court date; this seems unheard of. Other lawyers I had spoke with about my case seemed skeptical of my story, the outcome, and me. Mr. Stanley took me in with open arms and I must repeat this; I think he saved me a life full of misery. I believe Mr. Stanley is top notch and I would recommend him to any person that ever needs a criminal defense lawyer. He will listen to you; he will give you the honest truth every step of the way even if you don’t like what you hear. You want someone who looks at the facts, someone that will use their experience to get you the best possible outcome, and that’s exactly what Mr. Stanley does. He doesn’t care about how big the payout is, he cares about you, your life, and your happiness. He will be there every step of the way to support you, guide you, and do his very best in making sure you get the best outcome possible. Words can’t really describe how good he is at what he does. He truly uses his intelligence, expertise, and experience in the art of dealing with criminal law and prosecuting attorneys. I just want to say thank you Jim. You really did save my life in so many ways, it would have taken a miracle to find success in this world as a working man if it hadn’t been for your work. Thank you, Joseph Brown

Jerel
March 27, 2020

In September of 2019 my friend was pulled over and charged with a Felony DUI and other criminal charges. Along with losing her drivers license, she was also possibly facing a prison term and her probation being revoked in another case. After consulting with several attorneys, she decided to hire James Stanley. I became involved with the case when my friend needed a witness and testimony to support the evidence of her innocence! I spoke with Mr. Stanley, and right away from the start I noticed how attentive he was to detail and how involved he was in the case. I was impressed at the urgency he put into getting information quickly and then thoroughly investigating it. Mr. Stanley is confident, professional, courteous, astute, persistent, logical and he fights for his clients! Due to his diligence and relentless pursuit of justice for my friend, her felony DUI case was dismissed and the DMV case was dismissed as well. Everything was dismissed, as if it never happened! Mr. Stanley accomplished this after just one court appearance! It was an incredible outcome- thanks to Mr. Stanley’s expertise and persistence. If you feel the odds are stacked up against you legally, and you are being treated unfairly by the court system, then hire Mr. Stanley to be your criminal attorney. You will be in good hands!

Misty
January 11, 2022

In less then 4 months Mr. Stanley got a felony 6 case totally dismissed. I thought I would have to pay a restitution or be on probation and take a domestic violence class. Mr. Stanley was extremely helpful from the start, starting with his fees and working with me, he kept me informed and always answered any and all questions in a timely manner. I was extremely pleased with my results and the short time it took to get my case settled. (DISMISSED) Thank you for all your help. I would highly recommend his services to anyone.

Jacob
December 27, 2021

I had to hire Mr. Stanley for a case that wasn't in my favor at all. He was very cooperative and constantly gave me suggestions on what to do. Some of those I put off to the side for the time being but then I finally did what I was asked to do, and wow it helped me! Mr. Stanley was able to get the best possible outcome for my case without having to go to trial! I couldn't thank him enough. If you are looking to hire a criminal defense lawyer, hire James Stanley!

anonymous
November 18, 2021

I was reading some of the previous google reviews when I chose Jim Stanley to take on my case. He lived up to my expectations and more! Jim was very understanding while I was explaining my case to him, and he was able to help calm my nerves by reassuring me that he would do everything in his power to help me. After agreeing to take on my case I received a phone call from Jim a few days later where he had done extensive research on my case, and he then had a list of steps for me to take. These were very easy to follow and actionable, they helped me and they will help you too. After following the instructions, Jim was able to convince the prosecutor and the judge to get my case deferred. This means that as long as I stay out of trouble for just six months, I will have my charges completely dropped and can legally say that I was never arrested. Jim also convinced the judge to impose no jail, no fine and not even probation. I essentially had no sentence or punishment at all! This is an amazing outcome, and I can now apply for jobs without fear that my mistakes will haunt me. There is no way that I could have received this outcome on my own, and for that I am forever grateful to attorney Jim Stanley

Kennedy
November 11, 2021

Mr. Stanley did an excellent job when he represented me. He kept me informed and responded to my inquiries in a timely manner. His knowledge of the justice system, opposing counsel and law enforcement seemed to make all the difference in his ability to quickly resolve my case through a complete dismissal of the charges against me. I am very grateful for his hard work and would not hesitate to recommend him to others.

Charlie
November 3, 2021

The call from our son at the Denver County detention center came on Saturday afternoon, June 22nd. "Please help me, I've been in jail for 4 days, arrested and charged with DUI and several traffic offenses." We were in Virginia. I packed a bag and drove to Denver (earliest flight was Monday) non stop to get him released on bond. First thing - find him a good lawyer. His mom came up with a list of about a half dozen lawyers based on online reviews. We reviewed them over the phone (I think I was driving through Kentucky at the time). Jim Stanley was our first choice based on the reviews. If anything they were understated to put it very mildly. We contacted and retained Jim on Monday morning. Jim quickly learned that our son also had two pending cases in Jefferson County - FTA for a probation revocation hearing for a 2018 DWAI conviction and a DUI. Talk about complex. Based on the facts and evidence in all cases, Jim formed a strategy to 1. Get help for our son - detox, recovery, and rehabilitation, medical and therapeutic. Jim made it clear to us that our son's health and well being were clearly the most important aspects of these cases. 2. Communicate continuously with the District Attorneys in all cases all the progress our son was making through professional medical and therapeutic help. Back this up with documentation. Make the case that our son was no longer a danger to himself or others. Jim was relentless and succeeded on all fronts. The DAs hold a lot of sway with the Judges and the Judges put lot of credence in what they say and recommend. Dealing with the DAs is clearly Jim's forte. 3. Show the DAs and Judges that our son was going above and beyond to get professional help and not just doing what POs and pre-trial officers required. 4. Show the DAs and Judges that our son has a very strong support system of friends, relatives, immediate family, employer, customers, etc. In our opinion most important is immediate family - especially mother and father if possible. Do this through detailed letters to the DAs/Judges. 5. Continue cases until our son had the time to get firmly into the medical and therapeutic treatment programs he so desperately needed, for Jim to prepare and disseminate associated documentation for the DA/Judges, and to verbally communicate this information to the DAs. 6. When the time was right based on all data and information provided to the DAs, work out plea agreements with the DAs. In court, written and verbal testimony from the DAs, our son, and immediate family carried the day. Even Jim was surprised at how favorable one of the cases turned out. In the end (today, 2 November, more than 4 months later) our son is not incarcerated, his fines and court costs manageable, and he is in a therapeutic program that is working. He is well on the road to recovery and back to being a productive member of society. Our son's lawyer, Jim Stanley, made this all happen. I cannot heap enough praise on him. He was spot on with everything he directed our son and us, his parents, to do. We have him to thank for our son's freedom and for being firmly on the road to recovery. It is still a long road, but thanks to Jim, our son is on it and headed in the right direction. 5 stars does not do Jim justice. Make it 10. Thanks a lot Jim.

Joshua
November 3, 2021

I chose Mr. Stanley after reading countless great reviews and when I reached out to him he expressed true concern with my situation and was diligent from the jump. He was able to take my serious charges down to zero. I am beyond grateful for his professionalism and care in my case. I highly recommend Jim Stanley for representation.