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Derek Andrew Samuelson
Samuelson Law, P.C. • Fort Collins, CO
Criminal DefensePersonal Injury
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Contact
Email
derek@samuelsonlaw.com
Phone
(970) 999-1465
Address
Fort Collins, CO, US
Professional
About
Derek Andrew Samuelson is a distinguished trial lawyer based in Fort Collins, Colorado, with a robust focus on personal injury law. With over two decades of legal experience, he has built a reputation for providing clients with exceptional representation in their most challenging times. Recognized as a Top 100 Trial Lawyer by The National Trial Lawyers since 2013 and honored as a Colorado Super Lawyer from 2019 to the present, Mr. Samuelson’s accolades reflect his commitment to excellence in the legal field. He holds the esteemed AV® Preeminent™ Peer Review Rating from Martindale-Hubbell®, the highest recognition achievable, along with a Superb 10/10 rating from Avvo since 2015. Before venturing into private practice, Mr. Samuelson dedicated more than ten years to representing individuals charged with felonies and misdemeanors as part of the Colorado State Public Defender's office. His extensive courtroom experience encompasses thousands of cases, including high-profile personal injury claims, where he has consistently achieved favorable outcomes for his clients. He earned his Juris Doctor from the University of Denver Sturm College of Law in 1999, graduating with high honors and membership in the Law Review and the Order of St. Ives. Additionally, he holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Vermont, where he excelled academically and captained a nationally-ranked NCAA Division I soccer team. A member of several prestigious legal organizations, including the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and the Colorado Bar Association, Mr. Samuelson is also an active educator, teaching continuing legal education courses and speaking on critical issues within the legal system. His dedication to justice and advocacy makes him a trusted ally for clients navigating the complexities of personal injury law.
About Criminal Defense Law
Criminal defense attorneys represent individuals accused of crimes, protecting their constitutional rights throughout the legal process. They work to achieve the best possible outcome through negotiation or trial. Common matters include dui/dwi, drug charges, assault, theft.
Credentials
Education
1999 University of Denver Sturm College of Law JD - Juris Doctor 1996 University of Vermont BA - Bachelor of Arts N/A University of Queensland
Languages
English
Recognition & Involvement
Awards
2019 Selected as a Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers 2013 Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyer 2013 AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell 2012 AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell 2008 Attorney of the Year, Colorado State Public Defender
Publications
2013 Inside the Minds (Aspatore Books) Trends in DUI Discovery 2012 Colorado Criminal Defense Bar Rap Sheet Case Dismissal Doesn’t Equal A Clean Record
Associations
2013 - Present National Trial Lawyers Association Member 2010 - Present Criminal Justice Act Panel Member 2009 - Present Larimer County Bar Association Member 2009 - Present Colorado Alternate Defense Counsel Lawyer 2008 - Present National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers Faculty
Speaking
2019 National Institute for Trial Advocacy, Boulder, CO Title IX - Defending Sexual Misconduct Claims in Schools, Colleges & Universities 2019 Colorado State University, Department of Environmental and Radiological Health Sciences, Fort Collins, CO The Role of Toxicology in Criminal Cases 2018 Contra Costa County Public Defender, Martinez, CA Capital Jury Selection: The Colorado Method 2018 Colorado State University, Department of Environmental and Radiological Health Sciences, Fort Collins, CO The Role of Toxicology in Criminal Cases 2017 Larimer County Bar Association Professionalism Committee's Annual Ethics Seminar, Fort Collins, CO Ethics
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Updated: May 25, 2026