Atty. Don L. Spicer
Don brings over 25 years of litigation and trial experience to the client's of the Drexler Law Group. In 1986, Don received his law degree from Vanderbilt University School of Law in Nashville, Tennessee and was promptly hired as an attorney in the Colorado Springs Public Defender's office.
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Don L. Spicer is an Of Counsel based in Colorado Springs, Colorado, practicing at Drexler Law. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on divorce, child custody, criminal defense, child support, and juvenile. Admitted to practice in Colorado (1987). Educated at Vanderbilt University (J.D., 1986) and West Virginia University (B.A., 1980). Active member of Colorado and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Colorado Springs, CO and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About
- Don brings over 25 years of litigation and trial experience to the client's of the Drexler Law Group
- In 1986, Don received his law degree from Vanderbilt University School of Law in Nashville, Tennessee and was promptly hired as an attorney in the Colorado Springs Public Defender's office
- Don is licensed to practice in both State and Federal Court's of Colorado
- After practicing for three years as a Deputy State Public Defender, Don joined a small civil litigation firm, Pelton and Pelton, doing primarily Personal Injury, Social Security Disability and Criminal Defense and eventually becoming a partner at the firm
- In 2003, Don started his own firm, Don L. Spicer, P.C., handling both civil and criminal litigation with an emphasis on Juvenile criminal defense
- In 2015, Don was chosen by his peers as one of only three lawyers in Colorado Springs as "Top Lawyers" in Juvenile Law
- Don not only brings a wealth of experience to the Drexler Law Group but also a 100% commitment and dedication to each and everyone of our client's
- Don can be an aggressive advocate when needed but realizes that most cases need to be handled with a lighter approach through negotiation and hard work
- Don is a single father of twin eleven year old daughters who values his parenting time but strives to always be available to his client's whether after work hours, on weekends or on holidays
- Most importantly, as a Family Law Attorney, Don personally understands the many difficulties our client's are going through during this emotional and stressful time of their lives
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Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Don L. Spicer handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
Don L. Spicer is one of 50,487 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in Colorado →
Don L. Spicer is one of 31,241 child custody attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child custody attorneys in Colorado →
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
Don L. Spicer is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Colorado →
Don L. Spicer is one of 24,688 child support attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child support attorneys in Colorado →
Don L. Spicer is one of 30,631 juvenile attorneys indexed nationally. Browse juvenile attorneys in Colorado →
Jurisdictional Context
Why local counsel matters in Colorado
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 Colorado Springs 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 andnue, 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.
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