DeChant Law
Criminal Defense | Serving Denver, CO
303-409-7500Get local legal help for your Criminal Defense issues. DeChant Law assists clients in the Denver, Colorado area.
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Denver Criminal Defense Lawyer
At DeChant Law, our Denver criminal defense lawyer brings a rare combination of public defender trial experience and private practice attention to every client we represent. Reid DeChant has stood beside clients at the lowest moments of their lives, defending cases ranging from minor traffic offenses to homicides, and trained at the renowned Trial Lawyers College, where he learned that effective courtroom advocacy begins with genuine compassion for the client and the courage to tell their story honestly. If you’re facing criminal charges in Denver, you don’t have to face them alone, and you certainly shouldn’t face them with anything less than the most aggressive and thoughtful defense available.
Contact us today if you need legal assistance with any of the following:
- Criminal Defense
- DUI/DWI
- Domestic Violence & Neglect
- Drug Violations
- Sex Offenses
Call today to arrange your free initial consultation.
Attorney Reid DeChant
Bar Admissions:
- Colorado, 2017
Education:
University of Denver Sturm College of Law, 2016
JD
- Arizona State University, 2012
- BS - Bachelor of Science Criminal Justice
Professional Memberships and Achievements:
Colorado Trial Lawyers Association
Member 2022 - PresentColorado Criminal Defense Bar Association
Member 2022 - PresentNational College for DUI Defense
Member 2022 - PresentTrial Lawyers College
Alumni 2022 - PresentRising Star, Super Lawyers, 2025
Elite Lawyer Criminal Defense 2024, Elite Lawyers, 2024
Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers, 2024
Elite Lawyer Criminal Defense 2023, Elite Lawyers, 2023
Advocates Cup Mock Trial Champion, DU National Trial Team, 2016
Best Tournament Record - Mock Trial, DU National Trial Team, 2016
CU vs DU Mock Trial Champion, DU National Trial Team, 2015
Advocates Cup Mock Trial Champion, DU National Trial Team, 2015
Attorney John Galligan
Bar Admissions:
- Colorado, 2013
Education:
University of Denver Sturm College of Law, 2013
- JD
Professional Memberships and Achievements:
Colorado Criminal Defense Bar Association, 2025 - Present
Attorney Rylei Duranczyk
Bar Admissions:
- Colorado, 2025
Education:
- Arizona State University Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law, 2025
- JD
- Arizona State University, 2022
- BS
Professional Memberships and Achievements:
Colorado Criminal Defense Bar Association
Member 2026 - PresentDUI Defense Lawyers Association
Member 2026 - Present
Since 1997, the "Lead Counsel Verified" status has been granted to attorneys who possess:
- The Right Professional Experience
- A Spotless Record
The following attorneys at this firm are Lead Counsel Verified:
Reid DeChant
This attorney practices in Colorado and is Lead Counsel Verified in the following practice areas:
| Practice Area | Year |
|---|---|
| Criminal Defense | Since 2026 |
| DUI | Since 2026 |
Mark A. Blechman
This attorney practices in Colorado and is Lead Counsel Verified in the following practice areas:
| Practice Area | Year |
|---|---|
| Criminal Defense | Since 2020 |
DeChant Law Awards
Avvo Client's Choice Award: This award is granted to attorneys with at least 5 reviews with 4+ stars in a given year on Avvo.com
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