Best Personal Injury Lawyers in Glenwood Springs, Colorado (2026)
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Glenwood Springs recorded 997 car accidents in Garfield County between 2023 and 2026. 204 resulted in injuries. CrashStory ranks Glenwood Springs’s top personal injury attorneys by analyzing 300 verified client reviews across 6 firms — scored on rating, review depth, sentiment, and responsiveness. Updated monthly from live data.
Reviews of the Top 6 Personal Injury Lawyers in Glenwood Springs, CO
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#1. Frank Azar Car & Truck Accident Lawyers — Glenwood Springs Personal Injury Reviews
5.0(168 reviews)
Free Case ReviewNo Upfront FeesVerified AttorneyNear-perfect rating
Frank Azar Car Truck Accident Lawyers Glenwood Springs has 168 Google reviews with a 5.0-star average. CrashStory analyzed 79 text reviews for this Glenwood Springs personal injury ranking. Of those, 59 reviews specifically mention personal injury cases — giving this firm demonstrated experience in the exact type of case this page covers. Clients most frequently review this firm for personal injury, and auto accident matters. Trust signals include 1 peer endorsements from other attorneys and a 99% response rate to reviews.
Client Reviews of Frank Azar Car & Truck Accident Lawyers for Personal Injury Cases in Glenwood Springs
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Questions to Ask Before Hiring
Fee structure: What percentage do you take on contingency, and are case expenses deducted before or after the fee?
Case handling: Will I work directly with an attorney, or will most communication go through paralegals and case managers?
Local experience: How many personal injury cases have you handled in Garfield County courts specifically?
Glenwood Springs Crash Context
Frank Azar Car & Truck Accident Lawyers’s Glenwood Springs office serves Garfield County, where 997 crashes were recorded between 2023 and 2026. 204 involved injuries. The most common type: not applicable collisions.
How CrashStory Ranks Personal Injury Attorneys in Glenwood Springs
CrashStory’s rankings are data-driven, not pay-to-play. We analyze every Google review for each firm using natural language processing across 12 consumer-relevant dimensions. Here’s what goes into the score:
Client Rating & Volume
Google star rating weighted by the total number of reviews. A 4.9 with 500 reviews signals more consistency than a 5.0 with 12.
Review Depth
We count text reviews separately from star-only reviews. Detailed narratives provide more signal about actual client experience than a quick 5-star tap.
Sentiment Analysis
Each text review is analyzed for positive, negative, or mixed sentiment across dimensions like communication, fee transparency, and personal attention.
Review Velocity
How many reviews a firm receives per month indicates how actively they’re serving clients. A firm gaining 40 reviews/month is more active than one with 2,000 reviews from years ago.
Response Quality
We track whether firms respond to reviews, and whether those responses are personalized, semi-personalized, or boilerplate. Personalized responses signal client care.
Trust Signals
Peer endorsements from other attorneys, Google Local Guide reviews, and cross-firm comparison shoppers add independent credibility to a firm’s review profile.
How to Choose Your Glenwood Springs Personal Injury Lawyer
Synthesizing Your Research
Rankings provide a starting point, but the best lawyer for your case depends on your specific circumstances. Here’s how to use CrashStory’s data to make your decision:
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Review depth over raw star rating.A firm with hundreds of detailed text reviews gives you far more insight than one with a perfect 5.0 from a handful of ratings. Look at the “text reviews” count in the comparison table above.
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Match your case type.Each firm profile above lists the case types their clients mention most. If your case involves a truck accident, a firm with strong truck accident review data will be more relevant than a general personal injury firm.
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Check what real clients complain about.Our review themes and dimension scores reveal patterns you can’t see from a star rating alone. If communication is important to you, look for firms with high communication dimension scores.
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Contingency fee clarity.All top Glenwood Springs personal injury firms operate on contingency — you pay nothing unless you win. Ask specifically about the percentage (typically 33–40%) and whether case expenses are deducted before or after the attorney’s fee.
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Local court experience matters.A lawyer who regularly handles Garfield County cases knows the local courts, adjusters, and accident corridors. The crash context sections above connect each firm to the local accident landscape.
Glenwood Springs Car Accident Statistics & Why You Need a Personal Injury Lawyer
Glenwood Springs sits in Garfield County, one of Colorado’s highest-traffic areas. In the CrashStory database, Glenwood Springs has 997 recorded crashes from 2023 through 2026. 204 of those involved injuries, and 2 were fatal. The most common crash type is not applicable collisions.
Glenwood Springs’s most dangerous corridors for car accidents include Grand Avenue, Interstate 70, State Highway 82, among others. If your accident occurred on or near these corridors, a local attorney familiar with Garfield County’s specific accident patterns can be especially valuable.
Personal Injury Lawyer FAQs for Glenwood Springs, Colorado
How do I choose the best personal injury lawyer in Glenwood Springs?
Start by looking at review depth, not just star ratings. CrashStory analyzes 300 reviews across 6 firms on this page, scoring each on communication, fee transparency, personal attention, and 9 other client-experience dimensions. Match the firm's top case types to your situation, check whether their review velocity shows active client acquisition, and schedule free consultations with your top 2-3 choices before deciding.
What does "review velocity" mean on CrashStory?
Review velocity is the estimated number of new Google reviews a firm receives per month. A high velocity (like 4.7 reviews/month) indicates the firm is actively handling and closing cases. It's a better indicator of current activity than total review count, which can accumulate over many years. CrashStory displays velocity alongside traditional metrics so you can evaluate both historical reputation and current momentum.
How much does a personal injury lawyer cost in Colorado?
Most personal injury lawyers in Glenwood Springs work on a contingency fee basis, meaning you pay nothing upfront and no fee at all unless you win your case. The standard contingency rate in Colorado is 33% of the settlement if resolved before trial and up to 40% if the case goes to trial. Always ask whether case expenses (filing fees, expert witnesses, medical record costs) are deducted before or after the attorney's percentage — this can significantly affect your net recovery.
“The team that I had was amazing. They made sure that me and my wife were well taken care of. I couldn't have asked for better team. As a matter of fact, they just called me to check up on me after a year to see how I was doing and called my wife a few months ago. Thanks to everyone that helped us out”
Auto Accident
“Felicia was very professional and thorough at explaining the next steps and the overall process. This is my first car accident and it’s 3 month until my wedding- I’m trusting them and I’m excited to work with this firm.”
Auto Accident
“"At 41, my first auto accident left me injured & without a car. Liz at Franklin D. Azar eased my concerns & clearly explained the process. Highly recommend them for auto injury cases!"”
Personal Injury
“Felicia was very professional on the phone and also kind and understanding. I also appreciate it that it was a very brief conversation yet it was very detailed.”
Auto Accident
“Was in a bad car wreck Frank Adar sent out the his best investigator to take my case ! Strong Arm”
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(30 reviews)
Free Case ReviewNo Upfront FeesVerified AttorneyPersonal Injury cases (28 reviews)
Veritas Injury Lawyers Glenwood Springs has 30 Google reviews with a 5.0-star average. CrashStory analyzed 28 text reviews for this Glenwood Springs personal injury ranking. Of those, 28 reviews specifically mention personal injury cases — giving this firm demonstrated experience in the exact type of case this page covers. Clients most frequently review this firm for personal injury, and auto accident matters. 100% of analyzed reviews are positive, with particular strength in communication and process transparency. Trust signals include a 57% response rate to reviews.
Client Reviews of Veritas Injury Lawyers for Personal Injury Cases in Glenwood Springs
Auto Accident
“I was in a car accident back in 2023 and my employer at the time told me I should call Keller with Veritas and talk to him I thought I was fine at the time and didn’t think much about it but after his persistence that I was not okay and was struggling I called I scheduled an appointment and had my husband go with me because my memory wasn’t the ...”
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More Client Reviews of Veritas Injury Lawyers
Personal Injury
“Brooke did amazing at making sure I got everything I deserved when it came to my settlement, she made it easy and comfortable working with her !”
Fee structure: What percentage do you take on contingency, and are case expenses deducted before or after the fee?
Case handling: Will I work directly with an attorney, or will most communication go through paralegals and case managers?
Local experience: How many personal injury cases have you handled in Garfield County courts specifically?
Glenwood Springs Crash Context
Veritas Injury Lawyers’s Glenwood Springs office serves Garfield County, where 997 crashes were recorded between 2023 and 2026. 204 involved injuries. The most common type: not applicable collisions.
Free Case ReviewNo Upfront FeesVerified AttorneyPersonal Injury cases (31 reviews)
Donald J Kaufman Attorney At Law Llc Glenwood Springs has 46 Google reviews with a 4.7-star average. CrashStory analyzed 33 text reviews for this Glenwood Springs personal injury ranking. Of those, 31 reviews specifically mention personal injury cases — giving this firm demonstrated experience in the exact type of case this page covers. 94% of analyzed reviews are positive, with particular strength in case timeline and personal attention. Trust signals include 1 peer endorsements from other attorneys and a 93% response rate to reviews.
Client Reviews of Donald J. Kaufman, Attorney at Law, LLC for Personal Injury Cases in Glenwood Springs
Personal Injury
“I was amazed on the amount of information Mr Kaufman knows he handled a situation from a company that was bullying me for a couple of moths in a very short time his knowledgeand , honesty and simplicity of explanation had me straightened out and moving foward before i knew it .”
More Client Reviews of Donald J. Kaufman, Attorney at Law, LLC
Personal Injury
“I have nothing but good things to say about Mr. Donald Kaufman. He helped me navigate the unknown, gave me reassurance in troubling times, was tough in court and won my case as a result. I give my respect to Mr. Kaufman and highly recommend him. Thank you Mr. Kaufman!”
Fee structure: What percentage do you take on contingency, and are case expenses deducted before or after the fee?
Case handling: Will I work directly with an attorney, or will most communication go through paralegals and case managers?
Local experience: How many personal injury cases have you handled in Garfield County courts specifically?
Glenwood Springs Crash Context
Donald J. Kaufman, Attorney at Law, LLC’s Glenwood Springs office serves Garfield County, where 997 crashes were recorded between 2023 and 2026. 204 involved injuries. The most common type: not applicable collisions.
Free Case ReviewNo Upfront FeesVerified AttorneyTop-rated by clients
Western Slope Law Glenwood Springs has 18 Google reviews with a 5.0-star average. CrashStory analyzed 18 text reviews for this Glenwood Springs personal injury ranking. Of those, 17 reviews specifically mention personal injury cases — giving this firm demonstrated experience in the exact type of case this page covers. Clients most frequently review this firm for personal injury, auto accident, and truck accident matters. 100% of analyzed reviews are positive, with particular strength in personal attention and case timeline. Trust signals include 2 peer endorsements from other attorneys and a 100% response rate to reviews.
Client Reviews of Western Slope Law for Personal Injury Cases in Glenwood Springs
Personal Injury
“When we initially approached one of the best legal firms in Denver regarding our case, they immediately referred us to Nelson Waneka with their highest recommendation. He did not disappoint.”
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More Client Reviews of Western Slope Law
Personal Injury
“We are so grateful to have come across Nelson and his firm. After one of our company trucks and equipment was in an accident on I70 we tried handling ourselves, after frustrating discussions and weeks passing us by, we decided to search for legal counsel.”
Fee structure: What percentage do you take on contingency, and are case expenses deducted before or after the fee?
Case handling: Will I work directly with an attorney, or will most communication go through paralegals and case managers?
Local experience: How many personal injury cases have you handled in Garfield County courts specifically?
Glenwood Springs Crash Context
Western Slope Law’s Glenwood Springs office serves Garfield County, where 997 crashes were recorded between 2023 and 2026. 204 involved injuries. The most common type: not applicable collisions.
Free Case ReviewNo Upfront FeesVerified AttorneyTop-rated by clients
Kalamaya Goscha Glenwood Springs has 24 Google reviews with a 4.9-star average. CrashStory analyzed 23 text reviews for this Glenwood Springs personal injury ranking. Of those, 18 reviews specifically mention personal injury cases — giving this firm demonstrated experience in the exact type of case this page covers. Clients most frequently review this firm for personal injury, divorce, and dui accident matters. 100% of analyzed reviews are positive, with particular strength in communication and delivers on promises. Trust signals include 1 peer endorsements from other attorneys and a 75% response rate to reviews.
Client Reviews of Kalamaya | Goscha for Personal Injury Cases in Glenwood Springs
Personal Injury
“My experience with Kalamaya/Goscha Law Firm was outstanding. Calvin handled my case with the utmost professionalism, excellent communication and care. Calvin attentively listened to my concerns at all times throughout the whole process.”
More Client Reviews of Kalamaya | Goscha
Divorce
“When I first reached out to Kalamaya | Goscha, I was at one of the lowest points in my life. Facing a complicated divorce and the risk of losing both my home and a stable living environment for my kids, I felt completely overwhelmed. But from the moment I sat down with Ryan and his team, I knew I was in good hands.”
Fee structure: What percentage do you take on contingency, and are case expenses deducted before or after the fee?
Case handling: Will I work directly with an attorney, or will most communication go through paralegals and case managers?
Local experience: How many personal injury cases have you handled in Garfield County courts specifically?
Glenwood Springs Crash Context
Kalamaya | Goscha’s Glenwood Springs office serves Garfield County, where 997 crashes were recorded between 2023 and 2026. 204 involved injuries. The most common type: not applicable collisions.
Free Case ReviewNo Upfront FeesVerified AttorneyStrong client satisfaction
Mark S Rubinstein P C Glenwood Springs has 14 Google reviews with a 4.4-star average. CrashStory analyzed 14 text reviews for this Glenwood Springs personal injury ranking. Of those, 10 reviews specifically mention personal injury cases — giving this firm demonstrated experience in the exact type of case this page covers. Clients most frequently review this firm for personal injury, criminal defense, and dui accident matters. Trust signals include a 57% response rate to reviews.
Client Reviews of Mark S. Rubinstein, P.C. for Personal Injury Cases in Glenwood Springs
Personal Injury
“Mark did a great job representing me and got me a great outcome in my case. He represented me for driving under suspension and a speeding ticket. My driving record is not good and I was unaware that I was suspended. I was able to get my license reinstated and Mark got the driving under suspension charge dismissed.”
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More Client Reviews of Mark S. Rubinstein, P.C.
DUI Accident
“I Highly would recommend Mark, after my situation I contacted several attorney’s and Mark was the only one to return my call he did that within hours of my call. He was in contestant communication with me, and keep me posted on my situation at all times.”
Fee structure: What percentage do you take on contingency, and are case expenses deducted before or after the fee?
Case handling: Will I work directly with an attorney, or will most communication go through paralegals and case managers?
Local experience: How many personal injury cases have you handled in Garfield County courts specifically?
Glenwood Springs Crash Context
Mark S. Rubinstein, P.C.’s Glenwood Springs office serves Garfield County, where 997 crashes were recorded between 2023 and 2026. 204 involved injuries. The most common type: not applicable collisions.
How long do I have to file a personal injury lawsuit in Colorado?
Colorado's statute of limitations for personal injury claims is 3 years from the date of the accident. For wrongful death claims, the limit is 2 years. However, there are important exceptions: claims against government entities (like city buses or state vehicles) require notice within 182 days. Insurance companies know these deadlines — the sooner you consult an attorney, the better your position for preserving evidence and meeting all filing requirements.
What should I do immediately after a car accident in Glenwood Springs?
First, ensure everyone's safety and call 911 if anyone is injured. Exchange insurance and contact information with all involved parties. Document the scene: take photos of vehicle damage, road conditions, traffic signals, and any visible injuries. Get contact information from witnesses. Report the accident to Glenwood Springs police (Colorado law requires reporting crashes with injuries, fatalities, or property damage over $1,000). Seek medical attention even if you feel fine — some injuries don't present symptoms immediately. Then contact your insurance company and consider consulting with a personal injury attorney before giving recorded statements.
Does CrashStory recommend specific lawyers?
CrashStory does not accept payment for rankings. Our rankings are based entirely on publicly available data — primarily Google reviews analyzed with natural language processing across 12 consumer-experience dimensions. We surface the data so you can make an informed choice. Every metric shown on this page (rating, review count, text reviews, velocity, case types, sentiment scores) comes from verified Google reviews, not from attorney-submitted information. Think of CrashStory as a research tool, not a referral service.
How are the reviews on CrashStory different from what I see on Google?
Google shows you individual reviews sorted by date or relevance. CrashStory goes deeper: we classify each review by case type (auto accident, truck, motorcycle, etc.), analyze sentiment across 12 dimensions (communication, fee transparency, personal attention, etc.), identify which staff members clients mention by name, and track review velocity over time. This means you can search for reviews specifically about truck accidents, filter by communication quality, or compare how two firms handle the settlement process — none of which is possible on Google alone.
Personal Injury
“Due to an unfortunate incident I was injured in an accident and was having challenges with the insurance company representing the responsible party.
This incident happened away from my state of residence and would require mostly phone and videoconference interaction.”
Auto Accident
“Working with this very proffesional Law firm.I had a car accident that I had my workerscomp lawyer and also I was avaible to hired another lawyer to work with the other part of my case. This give me the opportunity to receive money to help me with my recovery and after three years finally we are closing my case succesfully.”
Personal Injury
“They have exceeded in areas of professionalism, experience, communication, adaptability, and simple kindness and compassion. They are an office of folks collaborating very well and of people who genuinely care. They have helped my family through two accidents and their quality of help maintained the highest of standards through both.”
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Personal Injury
“Doehling Law is an incredible law firm. They keep you updated throughly throughout the process and are very patient and kindhearted people. They care about your feelings and I’m very pleased with the work they did for me. I absolutely recommend this place.”
Personal Injury
“They helped me through a very difficult time in my life. Broke my ankle and it was the first surgery I had to have as a 70 year old. Yhey made the stress more easier to handle. I received more than I was expecting by 3 times as much. Thanks so much for all your help.”
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Personal Injury
“Very pleased with the outcome of my wife's case. Case manager was very easy to work with and always got back to us with request for updates. Would highly recommend the Grand Junction team to others.”
Personal Injury
“Mr Donald Kaufman is Amazing Attorney, But I have seen so much more from this man. Like when they were redoing bridges he was giving drinks and food to all the workers for free. Mr. Kaufman helps his community and he has helped others the poor and the needy in the past. He helped me with legal issues.”
Personal Injury
“Don Kaufman not only a great attorney, but a great down to earth guy as well. I had a work comp injury and the company that I was with not only take forever to approve the surgery I needed, but then terminated my benefits a week later leaving me with a large amount of unpaid medical bills, and then they company let me go 2 months later because...”
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Personal Injury
“I've known Don for a number of years and know him to be a man of incredible character and compassion. He is a highly conscientious Human who deeply cares about each and every one of his clients and will go to battle for them.”
Personal Injury
“If you are looking for an Attorney who will listen to you and Truly wants to help then you have found the right one here. Don and his team have really made me feel at ease. He is trust worthy and knows his way around the workmans comp laws and regulations.. Thank you so much for the great work you did for me...”
Personal Injury
“Don is always there to help when I have any type of legal question. If he can not help you personally, he will send you the info you'll need to proceed and he will give suggestions to help guide you. I recommend Don 100%. Thanks Don for being an amazing human being.”
Personal Injury
“One of the best experiences we’ve had with a lawyer. Not only is he great at practicing law, he’s also a really good person, who goes out of his way to take care of his clients. Couldn’t recommend anyone more.”
Auto Accident
“Nelson Waneka saved me from years of paying off an insurance claim that would have derailed my life. After getting into a car accident, the hospital and insurance wanted far more than I could ever pay and instead of being saddled with that debt, Nelson negotiated and got it down to a reasonable amount.”
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Personal Injury
“Nelson has always been an incredible legal resource for our family, and was the only person we trusted to get us through our issues with our insurance company. He carefully guided us through what we should expect from the insurer, and laid out a plan that was attainable.”
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Personal Injury
“Nelson Waneka was my lawyer years ago when I got hit by another car and while the other driver had insurance, it wasn't nearly enough to pay for my spinal fusion. Nelson took on my case and negotiated a fair price for my surgery and without him I would have been saddled with a debt I'd still be paying off.”
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Personal Injury
“Recently my husband and I found ourselves in the uncomfortable position of needing legal representation. We somewhat naively thought we could take care of things ourselves but quickly realized that we were being taken advantage of and really not capable of understanding legal speak. That is when we contacted Nelson.”
Personal Injury
“If you’re in need of legal assistance, I would highly recommend you contact Nelson Waneka. I had that very need last fall. Nelson is extremely experienced, knowledgeable, personable, and professional. He will look at your case as his first priority. His communication throughout the legal process is second to none.”
Personal Injury
“Nelson Waneka is one of Colorado’s best lawyers. He’s the lawyer other lawyers turn to when they need help, including me. Nelson and I worked side-by-side for years early in our careers, and I was (and remain) extremely impressed with his knowledge and skill.”
Personal Injury
“This was my first ever experience needing legal assistance and it was a rather emotionally-charged case. From the very beginning through to its conclusion, Michael Fox consistently issued a thorough explanation of details as they arose and made me comfortable with each step being taken. He answered all of my questions with patience and care.”
Personal Injury
“I was faced with a very difficult situation, I was looking for a lawyer to represent me, I read reviews upon reviews on many law firms and I decided to go with the Kalamaya Goscha law firm, In particular I worked with Michael Fox.”
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Personal Injury
“Spoke with Nick James this evening on a after hours new client consultation, he was extremely helpful and resourceful, prior to this call I was extremely nervous and unsure about my circumstances he pointed me in the right direction and left me with a great sense of hope and optimism about my case he was down to earth courteous and polite the b...”
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Personal Injury
“Nick was exceptional throughout my case. I was in a very tough situation and never experienced anything like it nor did I know how the system worked.”
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Divorce
“Chip Dunn was incredibly helpful and supportive through the tough process that is divorce. While not a fun journey in general, Chip made the divorce process as easy as possible while being both professional and supportive. He answered all my questions about the process and walked me through each step so that I was informed and felt comfortable.”
DUI Accident
“Michael was absolutely amazing. This is by far the best Law Firm for all legal needs. Michael and the Law Firm were extremely accessible at all times and responded quickly to any of my questions. Michael worked extremely hard for me for DUI and Domestic Violence issues. He treated me as if I was his only client even though I was one of many.”
Personal Injury
“Mark was everything I needed in traffic court and more. I was facing a handful of traffic violations that would have severely affected my license and insurance premiums. He was able to work out a deal with the prosecutor to get the case dismissed.”
Personal Injury
“Mark Rubinstein provided more then exceptional service’s in my case he has always been there for me throughout my case and has always done his job to the fullest extent of the law he knows what he is doing and will always be the one attorney I will contact if I ever need any legal advice or assistance thanks again Mark for a job well done !”
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Personal Injury
“Because of Mark, I got another opportunity to move forward. I am so grateful for his passion, dedication and professionalism. Thank you from the deepest recesses of my heart and the epicenter of my soul- for all you have done for me and will continue to do for others.”
Personal Injury
“Working with Mark was wonderful! He was efficient, communicative, and professional. He was able to reduce a major traffic violation to a minor offense. I highly recommend his services.”
DUI Accident
“My experience with Mr Rubinstein was outstanding! Even going through something as troubling as a DUI, I felt very confident that I was in good hands the whole time! I couldn’t be happier with the help and the outcome that Mr.”
Criminal Defense
“Mark is a lifesaver. I was charged with a first offense dui marijuana, and I had 12 ng (legal limit 5ng in my system) and Mark was able to arrange a plea deal that upon completion of my probation terms, the entire ordeal would be expunged from my record. Mark is extremely professional and clearly is an expert in this field, I can’t thank him enough.”