Hartwell Legal Group — Relentless Advocacy
Strength.
Strategy.
Results.
Honest, committed and dedicated to litigating your case. Whether you are facing criminal charges, going through a divorce, injured in an accident, or fighting a traffic ticket, attorney Adrian Hartwell puts your defense first — and will not hesitate to take your case to trial.
- 3,000+
- Clients Represented
- 6
- CO Counties Served
- 24hr
- Call-Backs Guaranteed
- Super Lawyers 2021–2024
- Rising Stars
- Avvo Clients’ Choice
- Expertise.com Best
- 10 Best — AIOCLA
A trusted advocate with a reputation earned in the courtroom.
Adrian Hartwell has built a well-respected reputation among his legal peers and clients for his ability to achieve favorable results. Through personalized, clear communication, he prioritizes making each client feel like a member of his own family — giving them direct access to his personal phone number for better support.
He began his career at the Office of the Colorado State Public Defender in Denver, gaining significant trial experience across more than 3,000 felony, misdemeanor, DUI and juvenile cases — many resulting in dismissals, acquittals, or suppression of evidence. Adrian is not afraid to aggressively defend his clients in court.
- 01Represented 3,000+ clients in felony, misdemeanor, DUI & juvenile cases
- 02Former Deputy State Public Defender, Denver
- 03Super Lawyers Rising Star, 2021–2024
- 04Clients receive his direct personal phone number
Our areas of practice.
Full-service representation in and out of the courtroom across the Front Range and greater Colorado — with the resolve to take your case to trial.
Criminal Defense
Weapons and theft crimes, sex offenses, drug crimes, juvenile and internet crimes, resisting an officer, sealing & expungement.
Family Law
Divorce, paternity, child custody and support, and modifications — guiding you into the next chapter with a fair resolution.
Personal Injury
Injured in an accident? We protect your rights and deal with the insurance company so you can focus on recovery.
DUI Defense
Protecting your license and your record — from first-time DUIs to hardship license eligibility and beyond.
Traffic Tickets
Fighting citations and license suspensions to keep points off your record and you on the road.
Domestic Violence
Assault & battery, injunctions and protective orders — defended with discretion and determination.
Available 24/7 · Se Habla Español
Your rights can’t wait. Neither should you.
Speak directly with attorney Adrian Hartwell about your case. Free consultations in criminal and personal injury matters — with honest answers and a clear path forward.
Experience matters.
With a track record of success in and out of the courtroom, attorney Adrian Hartwell prepares every case as if it will be decided at trial — because that level of preparation is what produces results for his clients.
Theft Crimes
01First-Degree Petit Theft Reduced
Facing up to a year in county jail, the charge was reduced to a second-degree misdemeanor after Mr. Hartwell argued the value of the item did not meet the legal requirement. The client walked away owing only court costs.
Family Law
02Child Support Awarded
A wife was left penniless with two children after an abusive husband cut off support. Mr. Hartwell petitioned for a restraining order and child support — after a hearing, the client received both.
Traffic
03Avoided Five-Year License Suspension
The client was ready to plead guilty, unaware of two prior suspensions that would trigger a five-year loss of license. Mr. Hartwell stepped in, brought the license up to date, and avoided the suspension entirely.
Criminal Defense
04Extradition Hearing Dismissed
Meeting the client at the jail, Mr. Hartwell proved his identity to the court and showed he had been mistakenly arrested. Because of his efforts, the client was immediately released from incarceration.
Probation
05Felony Violation of Probation Dismissed
Arrested for allegedly failing to make restitution, Mr. Hartwell discovered the client’s probationary period had already expired and filed a motion to dismiss. The client was released hours after it was granted.
Every case is different. Let's talk about yours.
Free ConsultationPrior results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Each case is evaluated on its own facts and circumstances.
Reasons to put your rights first with us.
Experienced
Having represented more than 3,000 clients and conducted numerous trials, experience makes the difference.
Best Outcome Possible
We make it a priority to get you the best outcome possible, tailoring our defense to your individual needs.
Relentless Investigation
If you are charged with a crime, we launch our own professional investigation to uncover errors and prove your innocence.
Free Consultation
We offer a free consultation in criminal and personal injury cases — no obligation, just answers.
Immediate Attorney Access
You get immediate access to an attorney when you hire us — including Adrian’s direct personal phone number.
Communication
All calls are returned within 24 hours. You will always know where your case stands.
Honored by peers, trusted by clients.
Super Lawyers
Avvo Clients’ Choice
AIOCLA 10 Best
Expertise.com
Attorney & Practice
Client Satisfaction
In their own words.
Adrian was always on point. Constant communication so I was aware of where he was in the process. Literally hand held until the whole thing was completed. I truly appreciate all you did, Adrian!
Theresa J.
Divorce Client
Don’t let his easy manner and friendly smile fool you. When it comes to trial, this man is a wolf in sheep’s clothing — a straight up 10-foot-tall beast! He gave me my life back.
Kim F.
Criminal Defense Client
He is very attentive, answered all of my phone calls personally, and returned my calls promptly. He does what he says he is going to do. Organized, well prepared, and passionate about what he does.
Anthony Brown
Criminal Matter
Beyond pleased with what he did for me. He took the stress I had away and made me feel so much better about the case. He makes it an easy process — will be using him again for custody rights.
Brandon E.
Custody Client
Although my situation looked very grim, Adrian came through for me. He was truthful all the way through, even when it hurt. I was facing serious time and got it down to a short probationary period.
Keith G.
Criminal Defense Client
Mr. Hartwell is a great lawyer. He is very understanding and will work with your situation. He got me the outcome I wanted through hard work and determination. I would recommend him for any criminal matter.
Charmaine E.
Criminal Matter