Del Norte Criminal Lawyers

Retired -- no longer in practice.

Facing a criminal charge can be an incredibly daunting experience, and taking immediate action is essential. My name is Mark Kraynak, and for over 25 years, I have committed myself to serving my community. At my practice, KraynakLaw, I strive to be the aggressive attorney that you need. My aim is to provide each client with the personalized attention they require and deserve, ensuring that their rights are protected and their voices are heard, whether it's in front of law enforcement, the prosecutor, or in the courtroom. At KraynakLaw, I dedicate time to thoroughly understand each client's legal situation by getting...

The law is not just my profession. I went to Duke University and CU Law and found that criminal defense is my calling, and compassion for my clients is my compass. With over 10 years of trial and litigation experience, I know how to be an uncompromising advocate for my clients, who never loses sight of my clients’ goals. But, I also know that you are possibly feeling scared or anxious or ashamed. Whatever allegations you are facing, I can help. I am not a judge – I am a fighter. If you want a compassionate, zealous advocate on your...

Jim grew up in Golden, Colorado and earned his B.A. degree with distinction in mathematics at the University of Colorado in 1969 as a member of the Phi Beta Kappa scholastic fraternity. In 1973 he received a Master of Divinity degree at the University of Denver Iliff School of Theology. In 1979 he graduated from the University of Denver Law School and was admitted to the Colorado Bar in that same year. Member in good standing with the National College of DUI Defense from 1997-2006 Founding member of the DUI Defense Lawyer’s Association. Admitted to practice before both Colorado and the Federal Courts...

Kip O’Connor was raised in a military family with a strong tradition of military service. Both of Kip’s Grandfathers, his Father and two uncles were all career Naval Officers.
Kip Graduated from the United States Naval Academy in Annapolis, Maryland in 1989 and was commissioned an Officer in the United States Navy. He served in the United States Navy as a Naval Warfare Officer for seven years. After leaving the Navy, Kip worked as a chemical engineering, where he developed and interest in the study of law.
In 2000, Kip graduated from University of Baltimore School of Law with...

I started practicing law in 2017 as a Deputy District Attorney in Las Animas and Huerfano counties in Southern Colorado before moving to Colorado Springs in 2019 and working as a DDA there until 2021. During my time as a prosecutor I handled thousands of cases, both misdemeanor, traffic, and felony, and took just over two dozen cases to jury trial. After about 3 1/2 years of working as a prosecutor, I made the move to Criminal Defense with Right Law Group. The ability to work closely with my clients and see tangible results by improving their outcomes was one of...

Keith Tyler Karnes (Keith) is a Colorado Springs Family Law and Criminal Law attorney who was born and raised in the state. Mr. Karnes graduated from Rampart High School and earned his Bachelor of Arts Degree from Colorado State University-Pueblo (“CSUP”) in Pueblo, CO, graduating Cum Laude in 2016. At CSUP, Keith was an NCAA Division II collegiate wrestler, four-time NCAA Division II Academic All-American, seven-time dean’s list honorary recipient, and eight-time athletic director’s honor roll recipient. Keith earned his Juris Doctor degree from the Western State College of Law in Irvine, CA, graduating Cum Laude in 2019. Keith demonstrated his dedication...

Over 20 years experience in Criminal and Employment law. All areas of Criminal Defense including felonies, drug cases, DUIs, domestic violence, misdemeanors and traffic Employment Law including all areas of employer â employee relations such as wage disputes, minimum wages, overtime, discrimination claims, employment contracts and severance agreements. Workers Compensation Law. Personal Injury Law emphasizing auto accidents. Experienced Trial Lawyer leechristianpc.com

Combat veteran with a deeply rooted interest in human rights and criminal defense which has been developed by experiences with the United Nations, serving in Afghanistan, Iraq and over 10 years specializing in juvenile defense. EDUCATION Juris Doctorate, University of Wyoming College of Law, 2008 Bachelor of Arts, Colorado State University, Political Science, 2002 Hansard Scholars Programme, London School of Economics and Political Science, Spring 2002 EMPLOYMENT HISTORY Schoenfelder Law LLC February 2018-present Attorney at Law/Owner Pueblo, Colorado • Zealous representation and litigation for indigent adult and juvenile clients as independent contractor for the Office of Alternative Defense Counsel • Zealous representation and litigation as...