Terry E. Rector

Terry E. Rector is a Colorado Springs attorney who represents people injured by negligence and individuals facing criminal charges. Practicing in Colorado since 1981, he handles personal injury matters involving car, motorcycle, and truck accidents, along with other injury claims. His criminal defense work includes DUI, drug-related offenses, sexual offenses, domestic violence, and related charges. He helps clients address the legal and personal effects of serious accidents and criminal allegations.

Terry graduated from the University of Colorado in 1978 and earned a Juris Doctor from Seattle University School of Law in 1981. His education prepared him for a practice requiring careful legal analysis, practical problem-solving, and courtroom advocacy. After completing law school, he returned to Colorado Springs and began practicing law in his hometown, where he has continued serving clients for more than four decades.

Terry previously served as a Deputy District Attorney and an Assistant County Attorney in Adams County. He also worked in insurance defense, gaining experience with the methods insurers use to investigate, evaluate, and respond to personal injury claims. This background helps him identify important coverage and liability issues, anticipate opposing strategies, and guide injured clients through the claims process. He has led an independent legal practice since 1987.

Terry E. Rector is admitted to practice in Colorado state and federal courts, the United States Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit, and the United States Supreme Court. His professional affiliations include the El Paso County Bar Association, Colorado Bar Association, Colorado Trial Lawyers Association, and Colorado Criminal Defense Bar Association. Through his broad litigation background, he provides hands-on guidance to people facing personal injury claims and serious criminal accusations.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Rector Stuzyski Law Firm
• Member, Colorado Bar Association

Licensed State

• Colorado

Education

• Seattle University School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Colorado
  Bachelor of Science

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