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Criminal Defense Lawyers in Colorado Springs

Also Serving Clients in Fountain & Surrounding Areas

Facing criminal allegations or a serious legal challenge can feel overwhelming. Suddenly, your future, freedom, or livelihood is on the line, and you may know little about Colorado law, the criminal justice system, or the process ahead. 

With stakes this high, you should never have to navigate the system alone, feel handed off to junior staff, or depend on overworked and understaffed public defenders when you don’t have to. 

At Black, Blink, & Associates, we position ourselves as your accessible, committed legal partners. As a premier criminal defense law firm in Colorado Springs, we are built on a clear commitment: direct access to experienced trial attorneys who guide you personally through every stage of your case. 

Our team brings over 60 years of combined legal experience and has handled more than 10,000 cases, including valuable insights from our former prosecutors. We deliver the seasoned trial strategy, aggressive advocacy, and steady guidance you need to fight for your rights and secure the best possible outcome.

Discuss your case in a free in-person or virtual consultation with a Colorado Springs criminal defense attorney. Call (719) 625-2313 or contact us online to get started. Available 24/7. Hablamos español.

A Former Elected DA. A 12-Year Prosecutor. A Team Built Differently.
Higher Caliber Counsel, By Design
What Smaller Caseloads Make Possible

The Results That Follow

  • $100,000 UM/UIM Policy-Limits Settlement Motor Vehicle Accident

    Attorney Adam Smestad Secures $100,000 Settlement Following Unusual Motor Vehicle Accident

    Personal Injury
  • Not Guilty Fentanyl Case Acquittal

    Attorney Gerald Arrington successfully tried a complex felony drug distribution case in front of an El Paso County jury.

    Criminal Defense
  • Not Guilty Third Degree Acquittal

    Attorney Gerald Arrington just secured a major win for a client charged with Third Degree Assault.

    Criminal Defense
  • $215,000 Harassment and Discrimination at an Auto Dealership

    Adam Smestad forced a major auto dealership chain into mediation and secured $215,000 for an employee facing harassment and discrimination.

    Personal Injury
  • Case Dismissed Protecting a Security Clearance From a Weak Case

    After a client's plea deal risked his security clearance and career, Cliff Black stepped in, tracked down the treating vet, and got the case dropped entirely.

    Criminal Defense
  • $150,000 Pressured Into a Relationship With a Supervisor

    Adam Smestad won a $150,000 settlement for a client pressured into romantic relationships with supervisors in exchange for favorable treatment.

    Personal Injury

One Firm. Three Core Practices.

While robust criminal defense is at the core of our practice, our cross-disciplinary bench strength allows us to serve clients facing complex commercial and personal challenges across three core areas:

  • Criminal Defense: Drawing on the background of our former prosecutors, we build strategic defenses for individuals facing state or federal accusations, ranging from local domestic violence cases to complex federal drug, violent crime, or white-collar allegations.
  • Business Law and Regulated Industries: We guide companies through corporate structuring, contracts, and M&A transactions. We also offer niche assistance in Colorado marijuana business licensing and compliance, a highly intricate regulatory work that most general practice firms cannot handle. 
  • Personal Injury: We stand shoulder-to-shoulder with individuals fighting insurance companies after serious accidents. Our team pursues the maximum compensation and care you deserve.
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    They led me through the process and kept pushing even when others didn’t seem to be doing their job.
    “I worked with Pete and from the very beginning, he was extremely informative and did his best to make me feel at ease. I have never been in trouble before at all, and I was quite intimidated. Thank you, Pete and team. You guys are awesome.”
    - Teresa W.
    From prosecuting murder cases to defending DUIs and winning drug distribution cases, their resume speaks for itself.
    “I have seen Gerald Arrington appear before several judges and try a couple of jury trials and it is obvious that he is an experienced and capable trial attorney. Together with his paralegals Bryana and Kelly, they make an incredible team.”
    - Past Client
    He made sure we were absolutely protected.
    “Clifton Black provided great legal advice in helping us buy a business. Thanks Cliff.”
    - Past Client
    The Difference a Smaller Caseload Makes
    Quality Over Quantity
    We keep our caseloads intentionally smaller, so yours never gets lost in the shuffle

    Small-Firm Intimacy, Senior-Level Power

    By bringing high-stakes criminal defense, sophisticated business advisory, and aggressive injury representation under a single roof, we offer a rare breadth of perspective. Yet, despite our comprehensive capabilities, we maintain the personal touch and intimacy of a boutique practice.

    You deserve a legal team that combines deep legal authority with genuine empathy. Whether you are safeguarding your freedom, protecting your business venture, or recovering from an injury, we are here to listen, advise, and fight vigorously on your behalf.

    Message our firm online or call (719) 625-2313 today to book a free case evaluation with a Colorado Springs criminal defense lawyer. 

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