Atty. Douglas Dean Barnes

Atty. Douglas Dean Barnes

Douglas Dean Barnes is a lawyer practicing criminal law, appellate practice, criminal defense and 2 other areas of law. Douglas received a B.A. degree from University of Northern Colorado in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years.

Brighton Brighton 46 yrs experience 46 year
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About Douglas Dean Barnes at a glance

Douglas Dean Barnes is an Attorney based in Brighton, Colorado. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, criminal defense, traffic, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Colorado (1980). Educated at University of Colorado at Boulder (J.D., 1980) and University of Northern Colorado (B.A., 1977). Serands clients in Brighton, CO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Douglas Dean Barnes is a lawyer practicing criminal law, appellate practice, criminal defense and 2 other areas of law
  • Douglas received a B.A. degree from University of Northern Colorado in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • Douglas practices in Brighton, CO

Practice Areas Explained

Douglas Dean Barnes's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Douglas Dean Barnes handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

DUI / DWI Defense

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Criminal Defense

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Traffic Violations

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Appellate Practice

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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 Brighton 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Douglas Dean Barnes

Where is Douglas Dean Barnes's law office located?
Douglas Dean Barnes's law practice is located in Brighton, Colorado. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Douglas Dean Barnes handle?
Douglas Dean Barnes focuses on dui/dwi, criminal defense, traffic, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Colorado.
How long has Douglas Dean Barnes practiced law?
Douglas Dean Barnes has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did Douglas Dean Barnes go to law school?
Douglas Dean Barnes earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.A., 1977).
How can I contact Douglas Dean Barnes for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Colorado at Boulder
- 1980
B.A.
University of Northern Colorado
- 1977

Bar Admissions

Colorado
Admitted: 1980

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