The Law Doesn't Wait

Our firm does its best to serve our clients and prospective clients by being available as much as possible. This includes weekends and evenings, when we are available for phone conferences, and often for in-person visits. While we can’t guarantee our availability, when we are able, we accommodate our clients. We understand that in both criminal and family law people are going through unknown and frightening changes. We understand that worries, events and questions do not limit themselves to the working week. We also understand that part of our relationships with clients is to help them through their emotional journey.  Not as therapists, but by fully explaining everything that concerns their case and impacts personal schedules and lives.

What To Expect In A Family Law Consultation

Many people seek a consultation well before they are prepared to begin legal proceedings. You may be wondering what the Court looks at to decide parenting time allocations, who decides what school a child attends, who pays for extracurricular activities and cell phones, or at what age children can decide for themselves which parent they want to live with. You may have financial worries about the division of an inheritance or retirement accounts, or whether or not maintenance will be Ordered by the Court.  You may be concerned about who gets to live in the marital home, and how the assets and debts are divided. 

Learning about court proceedings, and how long the entire process will take, are common questions. You may also have questions about mediation and negotiations, or the drafting of an Agreement.

These are just a few of the countless concerns that are addressed in an initial meeting. Consultations are designed to focus on you and your concerns, and to answer any and all of your questions. The goal is to put your mind to rest as to the legal ramifications of family proceedings so that you can make an informed decision as to your future plans.

Experience matters

The more experience an attorney has, the better representation you receive.  Experience isn’t just a matter of the number of years an attorney has worked – it’s the nature of the work that’s been done.

Richard Jaye has practiced criminal law for his entire year. After graduating from UCLA, he worked for the Los Angeles public defender’s office. From there he moved to private practice, representing people accused of felons and misdemeanors.  He then moved to New York City and spent five years prosecuting those accused of felonies.

Richard and his wife then moved to Durango where he worked in the District Attorney’s Office before returning to private practice. For over 30 years he’s been representing people accused of every imaginable felony and misdemeanor.

Richard’s experience with every aspect of criminal law provides clients with the knowledge that he will get the best possible deal for each of them. If that’s impossible, he will force the District Attorney to prove guilt beyond a reasonable doubt at trial. In Richard’s career he’s participated in many hundreds of trials. He is never afraid or unwilling to fight for his clients.

Breathalyzer or Blood

Don’t make this mistake!  It’s an awful feeling to get stopped by the police for impaired driving. That feeling is even worse if you don’t know what you should or shouldn’t do. Do you know what to do if you are asked to take a breathalyzer or blood test to see if you are impaired?  If you make the wrong decision, you may lose your license for a year!  This may be a worse result than if you take either the breathalyzer or blood test and fail. Call me if you want to learn more. - Richard Jaye

Arrested for a DUI?

Have you been arrested for a DUI? Did you know you will be involved with the court system, as well as the DMV? As a criminal defense attorney, Richard will guide you through the process, explain everything to you in detail, and tell you your options and risks. An attorney will examine the police records, the charges and explain to you your options, which are usually a trial or a plea bargain. This is a very important decision, and an attorney, like Richard Jaye, will help you be fully informed before you make the decision. 

Finding the Right Attorney

Finding the right criminal defense attorney after being arrested can feel overwhelming. I offer a free consultation so you can feel confident knowing that I will work to achieve the best possible outcome of your case. I draw on my years of experience in Los Angeles and New York City, working as a prosecutor and defense attorney.  For well over 20 years, I’ve defended the accused in La Plata, Archuleta and Montezuma Counties. While I will negotiate with the District Attorney to try to reach the best possible plea agreement, I will proceed to a trial if necessary. Give me a call and let me put your mind at ease. - Richard Jaye