Results

A Track Record Built in TrialVerdicts, settlements, and what clients have said.

What follows is a sampling of the work: outcomes from recent matters, recognition from the legal community, and the words of the people we have represented.

In criminal matters, a successful outcome might mean a dismissal, an acquittal at trial, or a sentence well below what the prosecution had on the table. In civil cases, it can be a settlement, a verdict, or a court order that materially changes a client's situation. Below is a sampling of outcomes our partners have achieved across both practices, drawn from matters where the firm and the client have allowed the work to be discussed publicly.

Past results never guarantee a particular outcome in any future matter, but they show how we approach the work. Every result on this page was obtained by one of the partners personally, not by an associate or contract attorney.

Verdicts & Settlements

Recent Outcomes

A representative selection of recent results across criminal defense and civil litigation. Confidential settlements are noted as such where the terms cannot be disclosed.

For Stuart & Ward to complete Each card below is a placeholder. For every card, provide: the outcome in 3 to 6 words ("Charges dismissed," "Not guilty verdict," "Confidential settlement," "$1.2M recovery"); a brief description of the matter without any client-identifying details, ideally 1 to 2 sentences; the practice area (Criminal Defense or Civil Litigation); the court or county; and the approximate year. Aim for a balanced mix of criminal and civil outcomes. Six to twelve results is the right range; the layout can absorb more cards if you have them.
[Outcome — e.g. "Charges Dismissed"]
[Brief description of the matter — e.g. "Felony assault arising from a bar altercation, where the prosecution's primary witness recanted."]
Criminal Defense · [County / Court] · [Year]
[Outcome — e.g. "Not Guilty Verdict"]
[Brief description — e.g. "Multi-count DUI charge following a contested traffic stop and breath test."]
Criminal Defense · [County / Court] · [Year]
[Outcome — e.g. "Sentence Below Guideline Range"]
[Brief description — e.g. "Federal white-collar indictment involving alleged wire fraud, resolved through extensive mitigation."]
Criminal Defense · [Federal Court] · [Year]
[Outcome — e.g. "Confidential Settlement"]
[Brief description — e.g. "Plaintiff in a serious auto collision involving long-term spinal injuries."]
Civil Litigation · [County / Court] · [Year]
[Outcome — e.g. "$X.X Million Recovery"]
[Brief description — e.g. "Excessive-force claim against a Colorado police department, resolved before trial."]
Civil Litigation · [Federal Court] · [Year]
[Outcome — e.g. "Judgment for Plaintiff"]
[Brief description — e.g. "Premises liability claim arising from a slip-and-fall on a commercial property."]
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Recognition

What the Legal Community Has Said

Stuart & Ward is independently recognized across both sides of its practice. The rankings below are based on peer evaluation, not on advertising or self-nomination.

Best Law Firms

Ranked Tier 1 in Colorado for Criminal Defense (General Practice), Criminal Defense (White Collar), and Personal Injury Litigation (Plaintiffs) by U.S. News & Best Lawyers.

Colorado Super Lawyers

All three partners selected to the Colorado Super Lawyers list, a peer-rated recognition of the top five percent of attorneys in the state.

Martindale-Hubbell

AV Preeminent peer-review ratings, Martindale-Hubbell's highest recognition for legal ability and ethical standards.

Client & Peer Voices

In Their Own Words

A selection of reviews from former clients and peer attorneys who have worked alongside or opposite the firm.

I hired Mr. Amos to defend me in a DUI case in the Denver Metro Area. Unfortunately for me, a lot of substantial evidence and proper protocol existed in my case making it hard to defend, but that didn't stop Mr. Amos from providing superb value and representation. He went above and beyond what typical DUI clients experience in this area. He was always responsive, within a couple of hours, of emails and calls. He put together an excellent mitigation package that he submitted to the judge before sentencing, not just provided verbally during the hearing. He utilized his knowledge of the judge and relationships to tailor my mitigation to resonate more with the court. All of this resulted in me getting a sentence that was incredibly light relative to similar defendants but incredibly justified based on the information he submitted to the court.

Client of Josh Amos

He was prepared, thoughtful, intelligent, and aggressive. His knowledge and understanding of legal issues is second to none.

Peer Endorsement · Tom Ward, first-degree murder defense

We hired Tom Ward for our case. He went beyond what was expected when working with the DA, and got the DA to agree to everything he was asking for, which is something hard to do and honestly never happens. He will fight your case until the end.

Client of Tom Ward

Martin Stuart always called me when he said he would. He spent a lot of time researching my case.

Client of Martin Stuart

I endorse this lawyer. He is a fierce advocate and skilled litigator.

Peer Endorsement · Martin Stuart

“Dedication to clients. Decades of results.”

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