Atty. Laurie A. Schmidt
Laurie Schmidt is a seasoned criminal defense attorney based in Denver with over 11 years of legal experience. She spent more than three years as a Deputy District Attorney for Riverside County, California, before transitioning to focus on criminal defense.
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Laurie A. Schmidt is a Member based in Denver, Colorado, practicing at 5280 Law Group. They have 19+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2007. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, criminal defense, ssd, dv defense, and sex crimes. Admitted to practice in California (2007) and Colorado (2012). Educated at Whittier College School of Law (J.D., 2006) and University of Nebraska at Lincoln B.S. Finance (—). Active member of Aurora Bar Association. Serands clients in Denver, CO and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Laurie Schmidt is a seasoned criminal defense attorney based in Denver with over 11 years of legal experience
- She spent more than three years as a Deputy District Attorney for Riverside County, California, before transitioning to focus on criminal defense
- Ms. Schmidt earned her Bachelor of Science in Finance from the University of Nebraska – Lincoln and graduated Magna Cum Laude from Whittier College School of Law in 2006
- She was admitted to the California State Bar in 2007 and the Colorado State Bar in 2012
- Respected within the legal community by judges, prosecutors, and fellow defense attorneys, Ms. Schmidt is recognized for her aggressive and effective defense strategies
- Her experience as a Deputy District Attorney, where she handled a variety of misdemeanor and felony cases, provided her with in-depth knowledge of the criminal justice system
- She has also received specialized training from the Department of Justice and other law enforcement agencies
- Ms. Schmidt is a member of the National College of DUI Defense, the Colorado Criminal Defense Bar, and the Colorado Bar Association
- She has earned accolades from prominent legal platforms such as AVVO and Super Lawyers, where she was recognized as a Rising Star
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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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