Atty. Derek Andrew Samuelson
Derek Samuelson is a trial lawyer who specializes in defending criminal cases in state and federal court. Mr.
Criminal Defense & More Attorney · Serving Fort Collins, CO · 27+ Years Experience
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About Derek Andrew Samuelson at a Glance
Derek Andrew Samuelson is an Attorney based in Fort Collins, Colorado, practicing at Samuelson Law, P.C.. They have 27+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1999. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, car accidents, drug crimes, criminal defense, and federal crimes. Admitted to practice in Colorado (1999), U.S. District Court, District of Colorado (2010), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit (2011). Educated at University of Denver, College of Law (J.D., 1999) and University of Vermont (B.A. Political, 1996). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Larimer County and Colorado Bar Associations National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. Serves clients in Fort Collins, CO and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Derek Andrew Samuelson
- Derek Samuelson is a trial lawyer who specializes in defending criminal cases in state and federal court
- Mr. Samuelson has been recognized as a Top 100 Trial Lawyer by The National Trial Lawyers
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Derek Andrew Samuelson's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Derek Andrew Samuelson handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Fort Collins.
DUI / DWI Defense in Fort Collins
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Car Accidents in Fort Collins
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Drug Crimes in Fort Collins
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Criminal Defense in Fort Collins
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Federal Crimes in Fort Collins
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Fort Collins
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 Fort Collins 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.
Fort Collins Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Fort Collins-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 Fort Collins Choose Derek Andrew Samuelson
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 Derek Andrew Samuelson's practice in the field of dui/dwi, car accidents, drug crimes, criminal defense, and federal crimes.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Derek Andrew Samuelson brings 27+ 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, U.S. District Court, District of Colorado, and U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit, Derek Andrew Samuelson can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering dui/dwi, car accidents, and drug crimes, Derek Andrew Samuelson can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Fort Collins
A Fort Collins-based practice means Derek Andrew Samuelson attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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