Criminal Law In Colorado and Fundamental Fairness

Jack Kaufman — Tue, 21 Feb 2012 13:09:44 +0000

Recently the firm was able to suppress evidence in a criminal investigation; that however is becoming the norm and not the exception. Police training is either not keeping up with changes in the law, or protocols are being violated nearly everywhere. A popular reference at the firm is the Colorado Peace Officers Handbook which clearly references general constitutional and statuory procedures.

The Affordable Lawyer

Jack Kaufman — Fri, 17 Feb 2012 16:06:44 +0000

Ironically a number of clients have googled my name on the internet and I come under the heading as an affordable lawyer.
There are ways to work smartly in order to save the client’s money. We endeavor do that for all our clients.

Divorce and Duty to Confer Pursuant to Rule 121

Jack Kaufman — Wed, 15 Feb 2012 11:29:32 +0000

The firm is currently working on a divorce case where the other party’s attorney is unwilling to confer on issues that are contemporaneous and thinks that an email is sufficient. The costs of litigation increases without any effort to understand the facts and to listen to opposing points of view. Some clients think that this good lawyering; obviously they dont care about wasting time and money.
Our firm works diligently to hold down costs and to limit clients exposure in all cases.

Divorce and Social Services

Jack Kaufman — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 14:52:40 +0000

Currently the firm is working on a case where the parties are involved in a high conflict divorce. The Petitioner has called the police repeatedly filing one complaint after the other and finally has solicited the services of social services. Parental alienation comes in a variety of forms; trying to use the system in such a highly politicized way can only prove harmful to the welfare of the children.
I was impressed though with the manner and approach of the respective agencies and believe the system works, although abused by individuals.

Drunk Bicycle Riding

Jack Kaufman — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 19:33:24 +0000

A client charged with driving under the influence of drugs on his bicycle was given a generous offer. The police officer violated all the protocols and illegally confiscated property. The distinctions between lawful arrest and consent to search are very important and very useful to your defense.

Suggestive Line Up & Criminal Law in Colorado

Jack Kaufman — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 23:16:43 +0000

Currently we are representing a defendant was suggested by the police as a suspect in a case where there are no witness statements or identifying characteristics, that was at best racially suggestive. Witness identification was not made and the police are just looking for the usual suspects. This is not legal.

Attorney Fees and Payment Plans

Jack Kaufman — Sun, 22 Jan 2012 15:03:51 +0000

It has become painfully obvious that alot of clients do not have sufficient resources to pay forward a lot of money toward attorney fees and court costs. Our firm works with parties that are able to pay over time and offer modest retainers.

Domestic Violence/ Harassment

Jack Kaufman — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 13:23:56 +0000

A client with a short history of Domestic Violence repeatedly called his fiance requesting the return of items near and dear to both. Rather than let the matter go he decided to pursue the matter too aggressively. Calling and personal visits when done repeatedly expose one to allegations of harassment and domestic violence.

Child abuse, Assault and Accidental Death

Jack Kaufman — Fri, 30 Dec 2011 14:32:16 +0000

It may seem that these three things are necessarily connected as a pattern of abuse. But, in fact, the firm recently defended someone who was charged with child abuse, and the charges had been modified to assault. The criminal sanctions were in home detention as the child wanted to heal their relationship with the parent and begin family therapy. The courts and the victims advocate, the relatives, and the system worked together harmoniously for a just outcome. However, tragically, the offender died soon thereafter accidentally. I think of the victim and the sorrow of gaining something so valuable as lost treasure only to lose it once again. My heart goes out to the family.

Criminal Complaints and Divorce Cases in Colorado

Jack Kaufman — Thu, 22 Dec 2011 14:41:15 +0000

The firm has been staying off numerous criminal complaints ut forth toward a client, that appears to be motivated for political purposes. The system is not able to fend off frivilous accusations unless crimnal charges are made for false reporting, but all those delcarations are indicative of a persons abiity to parent and are presumptively awkward for a parent that wants to be the decision maker.