Atty. Kelly John Barlean

Atty. Kelly John Barlean

Kelly John Barlean is a lawyer practicing legal malpractice, criminal defense, commercial litigation and 1 other area of law. Kelly John received a B.S. degree from United States Air Force Academy in 1986, and has been licensed for 33 years.

Sterling Sterling 33 yrs experience 33 year
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Profile Summary

About Kelly John Barlean at a glance

Kelly John Barlean is a criminal defense, business, ssd, securities, and litigation attorney based in Sterling, Colorado. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Admitted to practice in Colorado (1993), District of Columbia (1994), Washington (1994), and U.S. Court of Military Appeals, U.S. District Court, Western District of Washington, U.S. Court of A (1994). Educated at University of Colorado at Boulder (J.D., 1993) and United States Air Force Academy (B.S., 1986). Serands clients in Sterling, CO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Kelly John Barlean is a lawyer practicing legal malpractice, criminal defense, commercial litigation and 1 other area of law
  • Kelly John received a B.S. degree from United States Air Force Academy in 1986, and has been licensed for 33 years
  • Kelly John practices in Sterling, CO

Practice Areas Explained

Kelly John Barlean's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Kelly John Barlean handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Social Security Disability

SSDI and SSI attorneys for disability claims, denied benefits, and Social Security appeals.

Kelly John Barlean is one of 26,532 ssd attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ssd attorneys in Colorado →

Securities Law

Kelly John Barlean is one of 64,529 securities attorneys indexed nationally. Browse securities attorneys in Colorado →

Civil Litigation

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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 Sterling 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 Kelly John Barlean

Where is Kelly John Barlean's law office located?
Kelly John Barlean's law practice is located in Sterling, Colorado. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Kelly John Barlean handle?
Kelly John Barlean focuses on criminal defense, business, ssd, securities, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Colorado.
How long has Kelly John Barlean practiced law?
Kelly John Barlean has 33+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1993.
Where did Kelly John Barlean go to law school?
Kelly John Barlean earned their education at (J.D., 1993); (B.S., 1986).
How can I contact Kelly John Barlean for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Colorado at Boulder
- 1993
B.S.
United States Air Force Academy
- 1986

Bar Admissions

Colorado
Admitted: 1993
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1994
Washington
Admitted: 1994
U.S. Court of Military Appeals, U.S. District Court, Western District of Washington, U.S. Court of A
Admitted: 1994

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