Atty. Terry Lynn McElyea

Atty. Terry Lynn McElyea

Terry Lynn McElyea is a lawyer practicing appeals, civil rights, criminal defense and 2 other areas of law. Terry has been licensed for 37 years.

Windsor Windsor 37 yrs experience 37 year
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About Terry Lynn McElyea at a glance

Terry Lynn McElyea is a criminal defense, litigation, civil rights, government, and appellate attorney based in Windsor, Colorado. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Admitted to practice in Colorado (1989) and Alaska (2016). Educated at University of Denver Sturm College of Law JD (—). Serands clients in Windsor, CO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Terry Lynn McElyea is a lawyer practicing appeals, civil rights, criminal defense and 2 other areas of law
  • Terry has been licensed for 37 years
  • Terry practices in Windsor, CO

Practice Areas Explained

Terry Lynn McElyea's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Terry Lynn McElyea 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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Civil Litigation

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Civil Rights

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Government & Administrative Law

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Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

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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 Windsor 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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Where is Terry Lynn McElyea's law office located?
Terry Lynn McElyea's law practice is located in Windsor, Colorado. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Terry Lynn McElyea handle?
Terry Lynn McElyea focuses on criminal defense, litigation, civil rights, government, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Colorado.
How long has Terry Lynn McElyea practiced law?
Terry Lynn McElyea has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
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Education

University of Denver Sturm College of Law JD
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

Colorado
Admitted: 1989
Alaska
Admitted: 2016

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