Atty. Joan M. Bechtold

Atty. Joan M. Bechtold

Joan M. Bechtold is a lawyer practicing labor & employment law-employee, discrimination, wrongful termination.

Denver Denver 33 yrs experience 33 year
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Profile Summary

About Joan M. Bechtold at a glance

Joan M. Bechtold is a Member based in Denver, Colorado, practicing at Sweeney & Bechtold, LLC. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on wrongful termination, employment, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in Colorado (1993) and U.S. District Court, District of Colorado and U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit (1994). Educated at University of Denver College of Law (J.D., 1993) and University of Colorado at Boulder (B.A. University, 1983). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Denver Bar Association. Serands clients in Denver, CO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Joan M. Bechtold is a lawyer practicing labor & employment law-employee, discrimination, wrongful termination
  • Joan received a B.A. degree from University of Colorado at Boulder in 1983, and has been licensed for 33 years
  • Joan practices at Sweeney & Bechtold, LLC in Denver, CO

Practice Areas Explained

Joan M. Bechtold's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Joan M. Bechtold handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Wrongful Termination

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Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

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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 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 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 Joan M. Bechtold

Where is Joan M. Bechtold's law office located?
Joan M. Bechtold's law practice is located in Denver, Colorado. The firm is Sweeney & Bechtold, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joan M. Bechtold handle?
Joan M. Bechtold focuses on wrongful termination, employment, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Colorado.
How long has Joan M. Bechtold practiced law?
Joan M. Bechtold has 33+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1993.
Where did Joan M. Bechtold go to law school?
Joan M. Bechtold earned their education at (J.D., 1993); (B.A. University, 1983).
How can I contact Joan M. Bechtold for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Joan M. Bechtold received?
Joan M. Bechtold's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Denver College of Law
- 1993
B.A. University
University of Colorado at Boulder
- 1983

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Colorado
Admitted: 1993
U.S. District Court, District of Colorado and U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit
Admitted: 1994

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