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John Patrick Galligan March 15, 2025

Rating: 10

I have had the pleasure of knowing Mr. DeChant for 10 years, and have worked closely together with him during much of that period. Even as a newly licensed attorney, his talent and skillset was obvious from the outset. Mr. DeChant is not only a skilled trial practitioner and incredibly knowledgeable of the law, but he is also one of the hardest working individuals I have ever come across. I would recommend Mr. DeChant to anyone who is charged with a criminal offense, regardless of the charge. View More

Q. How do you know this lawyer?

Current or Former Co-Worker/Colleague

Mr. DeChant and I worked together at the Denver Office of the Colorado State Public Defender, and then together at DeChant Law.

Q. In the cases you were involved in with this attorney, which of the following apply?

Same Client
Different Client, Same Side of Case

Mr. DeChant and I have gone to trial on a few cases together, and have worked together on many other criminal matters.

Q. When did you work with this lawyer?
2015--present.

Q. Was this lawyer an effective advocate/counselor and why?
Yes

Mr. DeChant is an incredibly skilled trial practitioner and has an outstanding command of the law, including the Colorado Rules of Evidence.

Q. Please rate this lawyer on the following:

Legal Knowledge: Excellent

If I were to find myself of having the unfortunate experience of being charged with a criminal offense, I would not hesitate to hire Mr. DeChant.

Legal Analysis: Excellent

Mr. DeChant's knowledge of the law is impressive and is always up to date on recent developments in Colorado case law. Mr. DeChant also makes sure to maintain his knowledge of developing trial techniques and/or strategies, and routinely attends seminars or continuing legal education to maintain certifications in the area of DUI/DWAI defense.

Communication Skills: Excellent

Mr. DeChant is very good at communicating with every individual he represents. Regardless of the charge, Mr. DeChant makes sure that any person he represents feels comfortable and answers any questions they may have about their pending matters.

Ethics and Professionalism: Excellent

Mr. DeChant is a highly respected attorney among the Colorado Criminal Defense Bar and is known for both his professionalism and his willingness to help others. Mr. DeChant upholds himself to the highest of ethical standards and communicates with his clients with both honesty and integrity.

Q. For which practice area(s) would you recommend this lawyer?
Criminal Defense, DUI/DWAI defense, traffic offenses.

Q. Which of the following skills does this lawyer possess?

Legal Research
Legal Writing
Litigation
Trials

Q. I would recommend this lawyer to my family and friends
Yes

Nate Crowley August 28, 2024

Rating: 10

Highly recommend, very intelligent, unafraid, top trial lawyer. View More

Q. How do you know this lawyer?

Current or Former Co-Worker/Colleague
Friend

When I was a new lawyer, Reid was an intern, then he became a lawyer, and we had similar roles since.

Q. In the cases you were involved in with this attorney, which of the following apply?

Same Client

Reid and I did a criminal defense jury trial together where he took the lead. Discussed many many cases together.

Q. When did you work with this lawyer?
2015-2024

Q. Was this lawyer an effective advocate/counselor and why?
Yes

Extremely effective. Confident in court, very well spoken, good demeanor, aggressive in the right ways.

Q. Please rate this lawyer on the following:

Legal Knowledge: Excellent

Reid knows his stuff for sure on criminal defense legal issues - caselaw, motions, A+

Legal Analysis: Excellent

Reid knows his stuff for sure on criminal defense legal issues - caselaw, motions, A+

Communication Skills: Excellent

Reid is very well spoken and articulate. communicates well with judges and jury.

Ethics and Professionalism: Excellent

Reid is a professional, looks the part, acts the part. no ethics issues.

Q. For which practice area(s) would you recommend this lawyer?
Criminal defense, DUI,

Q. Which of the following skills does this lawyer possess?

Q. Please provide any additional comments about this lawyer
Highly recommend, very intelligent, top trial lawyer.

Q. I would recommend this lawyer to my family and friends
Yes

Grant William Grosgebauer April 5, 2024

Rating: 10

Reid is a very skilled and knowledgeable trial attorney. I have worked with him on a number of cases, and his attention to detail and legal acumen are unmatched in the legal community. I strongly endorse Reid for anyone looking to hire a lawyer for any criminal defense, DUI, or domestic violence matters. View More

Q. How do you know this lawyer?

Current or Former Co-Worker/Colleague
Classmate at Law School

Reid and I attended law school together, competed in mock trial competitions, and today share many of the same clients.

Q. In the cases you were involved in with this attorney, which of the following apply?

Same Client

Reid assists my law firm with various criminal matters and clientele.

Q. When did you work with this lawyer?
Fall of 2023 through today.

Q. Was this lawyer an effective advocate/counselor and why?
Yes

Reid is a very experienced and compassionate advocate for his clients. He is well versed in how cases proceed through the criminal justice system and this makes him very effective for his clients.

Q. Please rate this lawyer on the following:

Legal Knowledge: Excellent

Reid has excellent legal knowledge covering all sorts of cases.

Legal Analysis: Excellent

Reid is quick on his feet and stays up to date with all the frequent changes in case law.

Communication Skills: Excellent

Reid is a very clear and frequent communicator. He is always quick to respond to any questions or help I require, and is equally as responsive to his clients.

Ethics and Professionalism: Excellent

Reid has always been professional and ethical in his approach.

Q. For which practice area(s) would you recommend this lawyer?
Criminal Law and DUI Law

Q. Which of the following skills does this lawyer possess?

Legal Research
Legal Writing
Litigation
Negotiation
Trials

Q. I would recommend this lawyer to my family and friends
Yes

Morgan English February 28, 2024

Rating: 10

Mr. Reid DeChant is a great lawyer but even more than that he is personable which is rare to find. This is what makes him exceptional. View More

Q. How do you know this lawyer?

Current or Former Co-Worker/Colleague

Mr. Reid DeChant worked as co-counsel with our firm for a very important felony case.

Q. In the cases you were involved in with this attorney, which of the following apply?

Same Client
Different Client, Same Side of Case

Reid was co-counsel with our firm and has helped advise me and my clients on several complex issues.

Q. When did you work with this lawyer?
Jan 2024-Present

Q. Was this lawyer an effective advocate/counselor and why?
Yes

Reid is always professional. As a new attorney, I have relied on his advice, candor, and support. Reid is extremely knowledgeable and I consider him a friend and colleague.

Q. Please rate this lawyer on the following:

Legal Knowledge: Excellent

Reid is an expert in criminal law and was instrumental in the strategy at our firm's felony trial. He is well-versed in many areas of the law, but in particular he is my go-to for DUI's

Legal Analysis: Excellent

We had a legal trial rife with complex motions and novel evidentiary hearings. Reid went above and beyond to make sure all arguments were well prepared.

Communication Skills: Excellent

I can always call Reid for help. As a new attorney, I find him to be humble and extremely approachable.

Ethics and Professionalism: Excellent

In my brief time knowing Reid I have known him to be a straight shooter and someone that will always be professional.

Q. For which practice area(s) would you recommend this lawyer?
Criminal law

Q. Which of the following skills does this lawyer possess?

Q. I would recommend this lawyer to my family and friends
Yes

Casey Krizman February 2, 2024

Rating: 10

I rated this lawyer a 10 because I have been practicing long enough to understand the vast differences in attorneys across the scale. Mr. DeChant proves to me, not only through his work ethic and work products but also the results he gets in the courtroom, that he is at the top end of practicing defense attorneys. View More

Q. How do you know this lawyer?

Current or Former Co-Worker/Colleague
Other

Coached during law school on trial team.

Q. In the cases you were involved in with this attorney, which of the following apply?

Same Client

We worked together on multiple clients, and each time Mr. DeChant practiced with the same unparalleled commitment to excellence that Krizman Law espouses. Mr. DeChant has an already long list of success in court because of the way he approaches both cases and clients.

Q. When did you work with this lawyer?
Mr. DeChant contracted with our firm in the latter half of 2023, before opening his own office.

Q. Was this lawyer an effective advocate/counselor and why?
Yes

Mr. DeChant pays diligent attention to the needs articulated by his clients and works to ensure resolutions that have minimal impact on their day to day lives. He has a very empathetic but pragmatic approach to representing clients.

Q. Please rate this lawyer on the following:

Legal Knowledge: Excellent

Mr. DeChant has provided extremely effective legal research for my firm and routinely demonstrates his knowledge in the courtroom.

Legal Analysis: Excellent

Mr. DeChant has a track record that speaks for his ability to analyze complex legal issues both in depth and on the fly.

Communication Skills: Excellent

Mr. DeChant has always been extremely transparent and efficient with our firm and the clients we have collaborated with.

Ethics and Professionalism: Excellent

Mr. DeChant has consistently demonstrated superb ethical and professional judgement and conduct.

Q. For which practice area(s) would you recommend this lawyer?
Mr. DeChant is primarily a criminal defense attorney who I have also known to do effective victim advocacy work.

Q. Which of the following skills does this lawyer possess?

Client Relations
Collaboration
Document Review
Drafting
Emotional Intelligence
Financial Literacy (handling client funds)
Legal Research
Legal Writing
Negotiation
Oral Argument
Problem Solving
Project Management
Transactions
Trials
Use of Technology
Other

Q. Please provide any additional comments about this lawyer
I know Reid to be a caring individual who is fiercely dedicated to his clients. For anyone who finds themselves in need of a defense attorney, I can very strongly recommend Mr. DeChant.

Q. I would recommend this lawyer to my family and friends
Yes

Michael Ferrell January 26, 2024

Rating: 10

Mr. DeChant is an excellent attorney. He has a strong knowledge of criminal law and procedure and law pertaining to drivers license issues related to DUI charges. I highly recommend Mr. DeChant to anyone facing criminal or DUI charges. View More

Q. How do you know this lawyer?

Friend

Mr. DeChant was opposing counsel when I was a prosecutor and we have worked on some Cases together on the defense side.

Q. In the cases you were involved in with this attorney, which of the following apply?

Different Client, Same Side of Case
Opposing Client

Mr. DeChant and I have worked together on opposing cases and on cases representing different clients on the same case.

Q. When did you work with this lawyer?
Starting November 2023

Q. Was this lawyer an effective advocate/counselor and why?
Yes

Mr. DeChat is a very knowledgeable and effective attorney. He goes above and beyond to ensure his clients are informed of what is happening in their cases.

Q. Please rate this lawyer on the following:

Legal Knowledge: Excellent

Mr. DeChant has a wealth of experience both as a public defender and in private practice.

Legal Analysis: Excellent

Mr. DeChant is very knowledgeable of criminal and DUI law and I frequently ask for his advice on issues related to both.

Communication Skills: Excellent

Mr. DeChant is empathetic and compassionate with his clients.

Ethics and Professionalism: Excellent

Mr. DeChant takes his ethical and professional responsibilities seriously.

Q. For which practice area(s) would you recommend this lawyer?
DUI, Criminal Defense

Q. Which of the following skills does this lawyer possess?

Q. I would recommend this lawyer to my family and friends
Yes

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