Atty. Richard James Banta

Atty. Richard James Banta

Richard James Banta is a lawyer practicing criminal law, criminal law-federal-white collar crime, dui/dwi and 8 other areas of law. Richard received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1969, and has been licensed for 54 years.

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About Richard James Banta at a glance

Richard James Banta is a Member based in Denver, Colorado, practicing at Richard James Banta, P.C.. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, personal injury, criminal defense, business, and white collar. Admitted to practice in Colorado (1972), U.S. District Court, District of Colorado and U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit (1972), and Northern Mariana Islands (1979). Educated at George Washington University (J.D., 1972) and University of Michigan (B.A. Political, 1969). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Denver Bar Association. Serands clients in Denver, CO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Richard James Banta is a lawyer practicing criminal law, criminal law-federal-white collar crime, dui/dwi and 8 other areas of law
  • Richard received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1969, and has been licensed for 54 years
  • Richard practices at Richard James Banta, P.C. in Denver, CO

Practice Areas Explained

Richard James Banta's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Richard James Banta handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

DUI / DWI Defense

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Personal Injury

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Criminal Defense

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Business & Corporate Law

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White Collar Crimes

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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

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Where is Richard James Banta's law office located?
Richard James Banta's law practice is located in Denver, Colorado. The firm is Richard James Banta, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Richard James Banta handle?
Richard James Banta focuses on dui/dwi, personal injury, criminal defense, business, white collar. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Colorado.
How long has Richard James Banta practiced law?
Richard James Banta has 54+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1972.
Where did Richard James Banta go to law school?
Richard James Banta earned their education at (J.D., 1972); (B.A. Political, 1969).
How can I contact Richard James Banta for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Richard James Banta received?
Richard James Banta's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
George Washington University
- 1972
B.A. Political
University of Michigan
- 1969

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Colorado
Admitted: 1972
U.S. District Court, District of Colorado and U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit
Admitted: 1972
Northern Mariana Islands
Admitted: 1979

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