The attorneys
Two trial lawyers.One standard.
Aggressive when results matter. Personally reachable when it counts. Experienced from both sides of the courtroom.
Founding Attorney
Shannon D. Roy
Since opening her own firm, dedicated to the sole practice of criminal defense, Shannon D. Roy has provided quality representation for clients whose liberty is on the line. She has spent her entire career building a recognized reputation for positive results.
Prior to opening her own firm, Ms. Roy spent more than five years at a Denver law firm focused on criminal defense, zealously advocating for clients charged with crimes ranging from misdemeanors such as Driving Under the Influence and Third Degree Assault to serious felonies including Kidnapping and First Degree Murder.
An aggressive approach is necessary when results matter.
Ms. Roy has extensive trial experience and has conducted trials for individuals charged with assault, sexual assault, theft, and first degree murder, among others. Her approach has led to many cases being dismissed prior to trial, including Kidnapping and Felony Drug Possession.
Recognition
- Top 100 Trial Lawyers, Criminal Defense, 2016 through 2025
- Top 40 Under 40 Criminal Defense Lawyers, 2017 through 2025
- 10 Best Attorneys for Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
- Super Lawyers Rising Star
- Lawyers of Distinction, 2024
- Elite Lawyer, Criminal Defense, 2021
Memberships
- Denver Bar Association
- Colorado Criminal Defense Bar
- National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
- National Trial Lawyers Association
- Colorado Trial Lawyers Association
Licensure
- State of Colorado
- United States District Court, District of Colorado
Attorney · Former Prosecutor
Andrew Howard
As a former prosecutor, Andrew Howard knows exactly how the other side thinks, and he uses that knowledge every day to protect his clients. Working in the prosecutor's office gave him firsthand insight into how cases are built, how evidence is prioritized, and where mistakes are often made.
Even a minor charge can have a major impact.
Now, as a dedicated defense attorney, Andrew puts that experience to work for people facing the criminal justice system. He works tirelessly to challenge weak evidence, expose overreach, and fight for fair outcomes.
Clients trust Andrew because he is strategic, thorough, and relentlessly focused on results. His mission is simple: make sure every client is heard, respected, and defended with meticulous skill and insight.
The firm
Your fearless advocates. Your strongest defense.
Criminal defense and personal injury representation from Denver, Colorado. Se habla español.