Atty. James L. Finegan

Atty. James L. Finegan

James L. Finegan is a lawyer practicing personal injury, automobile accidents, negligence and 3 other areas of law.

Lakewood Lakewood 46 yrs experience 46 year
Call (720) 823-0017 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About James L. Finegan at a glance

James L. Finegan is a Member based in Lakewood, Colorado, practicing at James L. Finegan, P.C.. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, car accidents, personal injury, and criminal defense. Admitted to practice in Colorado (1980), U.S. District Court, District of Colorado (1980), U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit (1981), and New York (1992). Educated at University of Denver College of Law (J.D., 1979) and Rochester Institute of Technology (B.F.A. University, 1974). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of First Judicial District, Colorado. Serands clients in Lakewood, CO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • James L. Finegan is a lawyer practicing personal injury, automobile accidents, negligence and 3 other areas of law
  • James received a B.F.A. degree from Rochester Institute of Technology in 1974, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • James practices at James L. Finegan, P.C. in Lakewood, CO

Practice Areas Explained

James L. Finegan's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James L. Finegan handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

DUI / DWI Defense

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Car Accidents

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Personal Injury

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.

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Criminal Defense

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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 Lakewood 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 James L. Finegan

Where is James L. Finegan's law office located?
James L. Finegan's law practice is located in Lakewood, Colorado. The firm is James L. Finegan, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James L. Finegan handle?
James L. Finegan focuses on dui/dwi, car accidents, personal injury, criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Colorado.
How long has James L. Finegan practiced law?
James L. Finegan has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did James L. Finegan go to law school?
James L. Finegan earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (B.F.A. University, 1974).
How can I contact James L. Finegan for a consultation?
You can contact James L. Finegan directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has James L. Finegan received?
James L. Finegan's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Denver College of Law
- 1979
B.F.A. University
Rochester Institute of Technology
- 1974

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Colorado
Admitted: 1980
U.S. District Court, District of Colorado
Admitted: 1980
U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit
Admitted: 1981
New York
Admitted: 1992
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 2008

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