Atty. Stephen Clark Harkess

Atty. Stephen Clark Harkess

Stephen Clark Harkess is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, mediation, bankruptcy and 2 other areas of law. Stephen received a B.S. degree from University of Colorado, Boulder in 1994, and has been licensed for 27 years.

Lakewood Lakewood 27 yrs experience 27 year
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Profile Summary

About Stephen Clark Harkess at a glance

Stephen Clark Harkess is a Member based in Lakewood, Colorado, practicing at Harkess & Salter, LLC. They have 27+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1999. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, family law, bankruptcy, litigation, and adr. Admitted to practice in Colorado (1999), U.S. District Court, District of Colorado (1999), Massachusetts (2014), and Wisconsin (2019). Educated at University of Denver College of Law (J.D., 1999) and University of Colorado, Boulder (B.S. Business, 1994). Active member of Denver, Arapahoe and Colorado Bar Associations Rhone-Bracket Inn of Court Colorado Defense Lawyers Association Defense Research Institute. Serands clients in Lakewood, CO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Stephen Clark Harkess is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, mediation, bankruptcy and 2 other areas of law
  • Stephen received a B.S. degree from University of Colorado, Boulder in 1994, and has been licensed for 27 years
  • Stephen practices at Harkess & Salter, LLC in Lakewood, CO

Practice Areas Explained

Stephen Clark Harkess's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Stephen Clark Harkess 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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Family Law

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Bankruptcy & Debt

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Civil Litigation

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Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

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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 Lakewood 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 Stephen Clark Harkess

Where is Stephen Clark Harkess's law office located?
Stephen Clark Harkess's law practice is located in Lakewood, Colorado. The firm is Harkess & Salter, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Stephen Clark Harkess handle?
Stephen Clark Harkess focuses on criminal defense, family law, bankruptcy, litigation, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Colorado.
How long has Stephen Clark Harkess practiced law?
Stephen Clark Harkess has 27+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1999.
Where did Stephen Clark Harkess go to law school?
Stephen Clark Harkess earned their education at (J.D., 1999); (B.S. Business, 1994).
How can I contact Stephen Clark Harkess for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Denver College of Law
- 1999
B.S. Business
University of Colorado, Boulder
- 1994

Bar Admissions

Colorado
Admitted: 1999
U.S. District Court, District of Colorado
Admitted: 1999
Massachusetts
Admitted: 2014
Wisconsin
Admitted: 2019

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