Steven J. Pisani

Steven J. Pisani is a criminal defense attorney in Denver and the founder of his own defense practice. His practice focuses on DUI, traffic violations, domestic violence allegations, assault, theft, and other misdemeanor and felony charges. He represents individuals in Colorado municipal and district courts, addressing both everyday traffic cases and allegations carrying serious penalties. His work centers on examining the evidence against clients and defending their legal rights.

Steven earned a Bachelor of Arts from New York University in 2001, where he studied Chemistry and Political Science, and a Juris Doctor from the University of Denver Sturm College of Law in 2008. In law school, he served on the Moot Court Board, participated in the Criminal Defense Clinic, and interned with the Englewood prosecutor’s office. Before law school, he worked at a New York firm focused on white collar criminal defense.

Steven has represented clients facing charges ranging from speeding infractions to first-degree assault, aggravated drug distribution, and vehicular assault. His defense work also involves procedural questions, hearings, and challenges to the evidence used in criminal cases. He also served as a public defender for the City of Englewood from 2009 to 2016, adding to his experience with courtroom representation. His background includes both trial advocacy and legal work on the different stages of criminal proceedings.

Steven J. Pisani provides pro bono legal assistance and has mentored other lawyers and law students. His experience with criminal and traffic cases informs his approach to evaluating defenses and explaining legal options. He concentrates on developing case strategies around the specific charges and facts involved, rather than treating different cases as interchangeable. His Denver practice remains focused on people navigating criminal accusations and related court proceedings.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Law Offices of Steven J. Pisani, LLC
• Member, Colorado Bar Association
• Member, National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
• Member, Colorado Juvenile Defender Coalition

Licensed State

• Colorado

Education

• University of Denver Sturm College of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• New York University
  Bachelor’s degree

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