Atty. Kevin Shea

Atty. Kevin Shea

Fellow, American College of Trial Lawyers . Listed: Best Lawyers in America in both Commercial Litigation and White Collar Criminal Defense; Colorado Super Lawyers, all Editions; Chambers USA Leading Lawyers for Business in White Collar Criminal Defense--described as 'tiough as nails litigator with suberb judgment." Thirty years experience as Partner in AmLaw 200 Firms (Holme Roberts & Owen and Ballard Spahr).

Denver Denver 50 yrs experience 50 year
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Profile Summary

About Kevin Shea at a glance

Kevin Shea is a Partner based in Denver, Colorado, practicing at Richilano Shea LLC. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, white collar, litigation, civil rights, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Colorado (1976), U.S. District Court, District of Colorado (1976), U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit (1979), and U.S. Supreme Court (1984). Educated at University of Detroit (J.D., 1976) and University of Colorado (B.S., 1973). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Denver, CO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

Fellow, American College of Trial Lawyers

Listed

  • Best Lawyers in America in both Commercial Litigation and White Collar Criminal Defense
  • Colorado Super Lawyers, all Editions
  • Chambers USA Leading Lawyers for Business in White Collar Criminal Defense--described as 'tiough as nails litigator with suberb judgment
  • Thirty years experience as Partner in AmLaw 200 Firms (Holme Roberts & Owen and Ballard Spahr)
  • Deputy District Attorney, Boulder, Colorado, 1976-1979

Practice Areas Explained

Kevin Shea's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Kevin Shea 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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White Collar Crimes

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Civil Litigation

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Civil Rights

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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 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 Kevin Shea

Where is Kevin Shea's law office located?
Kevin Shea's law practice is located in Denver, Colorado. The firm is Richilano Shea LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Kevin Shea handle?
Kevin Shea focuses on criminal defense, white collar, litigation, civil rights, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Colorado.
How long has Kevin Shea practiced law?
Kevin Shea has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did Kevin Shea go to law school?
Kevin Shea earned their education at (J.D., 1976); (B.S., 1973).
How can I contact Kevin Shea for a consultation?
You can contact Kevin Shea 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 Kevin Shea received?
Kevin Shea's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Detroit
- 1976
B.S.
University of Colorado
- 1973

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Colorado
Admitted: 1976
U.S. District Court, District of Colorado
Admitted: 1976
U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit
Admitted: 1979
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1984

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