Atty. Mark Brandes
Mark Brandes is a lawyer practicing criminal defense law, personal injury law, family law and 2 other areas of law. Mark received a B.A. degree from University of Colorado in 1986, and has been licensed for 37 years.
Criminal Defense Law & More Attorney · Serving Denver, CO · 37+ Years Experience
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About Mark Brandes at a Glance
Mark Brandes is a Member based in Denver, Colorado, practicing at Mark Brandes. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on contracts, personal injury, criminal defense, family law, and workers comp. Admitted to practice in Colorado (1989). Educated at University of Denver (J.D., 1989) and University of Colorado (B.A., 1986). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Colorado Criminal Defense Bar Association. Serves clients in Denver, CO and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Mark Brandes
- Mark Brandes is a lawyer practicing criminal defense law, personal injury law, family law and 2 other areas of law
- Mark received a B.A. degree from University of Colorado in 1986, and has been licensed for 37 years
- Mark practices at Mark Brandes in Denver, CO
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Mark Brandes's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Mark Brandes handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Denver.
Contracts in Denver
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Personal Injury in Denver
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.
Mark Brandes is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Colorado →
Criminal Defense in Denver
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
Mark Brandes is one of 212,605 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Colorado →
Family Law in Denver
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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Workers Compensation in Denver
Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.
Mark Brandes is one of 54,932 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Colorado →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Denver
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 venue, 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.
Denver Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Denver-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Denver Choose Mark Brandes
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Mark Brandes's practice in the field of contracts, personal injury, criminal defense, family law, and workers comp.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Mark Brandes brings 37+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering contracts, personal injury, and criminal defense, Mark Brandes can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Denver
A Denver-based practice means Mark Brandes attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Mark Brandes Handles in Denver
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This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Mark Brandes directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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