Atty. Daniel P. Gerash
Daniel P. Gerash has been a trial lawyer in Colorado for 20 years.
Birth Injuries & More Attorney · Serving Denver, CO · 38+ Years Experience
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About Daniel P. Gerash at a Glance
Daniel P. Gerash is an Attorney based in Denver, Colorado, practicing at Gerash Steiner, P.C.. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on car accidents, medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, and criminal defense. Admitted to practice in Colorado (1988) and U.S. District Court, District of Colorado (1995). Educated at University of Colorado School of Law, Boulder, Colorado (J.D., 1988) and University of Colorado Boulder (B.A. Psychology, 1984). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Denver, CO and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Daniel P. Gerash
- Daniel P. Gerash has been a trial lawyer in Colorado for 20 years
- He is a managing partner with the Denver law firm of Gerash Steiner, P.C
- He is a trial lawyer practicing in the areas of catastrophic personal injury, medical malpractice, products liability, toxic tort and criminal defense
- He has been lead and co-counsel in many complex civil cases involving catastrophic medical malpractice including birth injuries, brain injuries, anesthesiology, and surgical cases
- He has successfully tried and settled many cases in the six and seven figure range
- In the last two years, he has settled a catastrophic medical malpractice case and a civil rights case for substantial, but confidential amounts
- He began his career with the Denver regional Public Defender's office litigating numerous serious felony and homicide trials for eight years
- In 1995, Mr. Gerash left the public realm to join his renowned father, Walter L. Gerash in private practice specializing in personal injury and criminal defense
- After six years as a partner with his father, he left the firm and began his own law practice with his wife, Karen M. Gerash, a specialist in Appellate Advocacy
- He continues to associate with his father on select cases
- He received his B.A. degree from the University of Colorado at Boulder in psychology and his J.D. degree from the University of Colorado, School of Law
- He is a member of the Colorado Bar Association, the Denver Bar Association, Colorado Trial Lawyers Association, the American Trial Lawyer's Association, and the Colorado Criminal Defense Bar
- He has been chosen in 2006, 2007, and 2009 for Best Lawyers in America
Professional Associations
Colorado Bar Association Denver Association Colorado Trial Lawyers Association Colorado Criminal Defense Bar The American Association for Justice Arraj Inn of Court Past Member Past Employment Positions: Gerash, Prugh & Gerash, L.L.C., Manager/Member/Partner, 1998 - 2001 Gerash, Miranda & Gerash, P.C., Partner, 1996 - 1998 Gerash, Robinson & Miranda, P.C., Associate, 1995 - 1996 Colorado, Office of the Public Defender, 1987 - 1995
Practice Areas Explained
Daniel P. Gerash's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Daniel P. Gerash handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Denver.
Car Accidents in Denver
Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.
Daniel P. Gerash is one of 36,434 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in Colorado →
Medical Malpractice in Denver
Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.
Daniel P. Gerash is one of 48,593 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Colorado →
Wrongful Death in Denver
Daniel P. Gerash is one of 30,932 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Colorado →
Personal Injury in Denver
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
Daniel P. Gerash is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Colorado →
Criminal Defense in Denver
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Denver
Practicing law in Colorado. Legal matters in Colorado are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Denver are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Colorado state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Colorado brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Colorado courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Denver Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Denver-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Denver Choose Daniel P. Gerash
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Daniel P. Gerash's practice in the field of car accidents, medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, and criminal defense.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Daniel P. Gerash brings 38+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Colorado and U.S. District Court, District of Colorado, Daniel P. Gerash can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering car accidents, medical malpractice, and wrongful death, Daniel P. Gerash can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Denver
A Denver-based practice means Daniel P. Gerash attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Daniel P. Gerash Handles in Denver
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Daniel P. Gerash has experience with under Colorado law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Daniel P. Gerash directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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