Michael Juba

Top rated Criminal Defense attorney in Denver, Colorado

The Juba Law Office, PLLC
Michael Juba
The Juba Law Office, PLLC

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Appellate, Civil Litigation; view more

Licensed in Colorado since: 2007

Education: University of Colorado Law School

Selected to Super Lawyers: 2024
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The Juba Law Office, PLLC

1600 N Broadway
Suite 1040
Denver, CO 80202 Visit website

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Michael Juba, the managing partner and owner of The Juba Law Office, PLLC, in Denver, Colorado, provides personalized legal representation across a diverse spectrum of cases. His proficiency spans municipal, state and federal criminal matters, juvenile delinquency proceedings, civil protection order hearings, traffic offenses, pre-file representation in criminal investigations, state regulatory hearings, civil litigation, post-conviction petitions and appeals.

Additionally, Mr. Juba is a licensed real estate agent and landlord, dedicating part of his practice to real estate law, offering counsel on contracts, leases and eviction matters, and representing tenants and landlords in disputes. Moreover, recognized for his sound judgment and advice, he is a trusted resource for attorneys and clients, mainly when dealing with high-stakes situations.

With extensive trial and litigation experience throughout Colorado's various courts, Mr. Juba has successfully handled numerous trials and contested hearings, ranging from minor traffic infractions to serious homicide offenses. He holds licenses to practice in all Colorado state and municipal courts, the U.S. District Court for the District of Colorado and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 10th Circuit.

Mr. Juba earned his undergraduate degree from the University of Colorado Boulder in 2003, followed by a Juris Doctor from the University of Colorado School of Law in 2007. He was admitted to practice law in Colorado the same year. He commenced his professional journey at the Denver Trial Office of the Colorado State Public Defender, diligently advocating for numerous indigent clients across the county, juvenile and district court settings.

An expert on the constitutional rights of children, Mr. Juba concentrates on the legal representation of young individuals facing serious charges in adult court. He has authored works on applying the 8th Amendment to children. He has also garnered recognition from peers and earned a consistent placement in 5280 Magazine's Top Juvenile Defense Lawyers in Colorado for the past four years.

Mr. Juba is a sought-after speaker at legal conferences and law schools, imparting knowledge on children's constitutional rights. Furthermore, he co-founded the nonprofit organization Learn Your Rights in the Community, which trains children on asserting their constitutional rights during interactions with law enforcement.

Beyond his legal practice, Mr. Juba dedicates his time to making valuable contributions to the community. He generously volunteers by coaching youth sports teams and holding positions on the boards of various organizations, legal committees, and nonprofits. 

Practice areas

Criminal Defense, Appellate, Civil Litigation: Plaintiff

Focus areas

Appeals, Criminal Law, Drug & Alcohol Violations, Felony, Juvenile Delinquency, Motor Vehicle Offenses, Murder, Theft, Traffic Violations

  • 80% Criminal Defense
  • 10% Appellate
  • 10% Civil Litigation: Plaintiff

First Admitted: 2007, Colorado

Professional Webpage: https://jubalawoffice.com/michael-juba/

Honors/Awards:
  • Named to 5280 Magazine’s Top Juvenile Defense Lawyers in Colorado
  • Selected to the prestigious Super Lawyers list as one of the top rated Criminal Defense attorneys in Colorado
  • From the years of 2018 to 2024, Mr. Juba has been awarded the honor of being a Top Lawyer for 5280 Magazine. Specifically, he has been recognized for being a Top Lawyer in the category of Juvenile Defense., Top Lawyers - Juvenile Defense, 5280 Magazine, 2024
Bar/Professional Activity:
  • Colorado
  • United States Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit
  • Colorado Federal District Court
  • In 2018 and 2020, Mr. Juba served as a mentor to new Colorado attorneys under the Colorado Supreme Court Mentoring Program., 2020
Educational Background:
  • University of Colorado at Boulder - Bachelor of Arts, 2000-2003
  • University of Colorado at Boulder School of Law - Juris Doctor, 2004-2007
Pro bono/Community Service:
  • In 2013, Mr. Juba co-founded a nonprofit organization called Learn Your Rights In the Community (LYRIC), which focuses on educating young people about their rights when interacting with the police. Mr. Juba has led dozens of presentations in his local area for various schools and community organizations to inform both juveniles and adults of their rights under the constitution., 2013
  • From 2018 until 2021, Mr. Juba served as a Chair of the Board of Directors for The Colorado Juvenile Defender Center, which is a non-profit dedicated to ensuring excellence in juvenile defense, advocacy, and justice for all children and youth in Colorado., 2021
  • From 2019 until 2022, Mr. Juba served as the President of the Board of Directors for the  Second Wind Fund, a nonprofit organization which focuses on providing mental health treatment to youth who are at risk of suicide. , 2019
Scholarly Lectures/Writings:

Office location for Michael Juba

1600 N Broadway
Suite 1040
Denver, CO 80202

Phone: 303-276-7096

Selections

1 Year Super Lawyers
  • Super Lawyers: 2024

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