Michael Juba

Michael Juba has litigated hundreds of trials and contested hearings on issues ranging from simple traffic infractions up to homicide offenses. Mr. Juba offers individualized representation for his clients in a wide variety of matters, including municipal, state, and federal criminal cases, delinquency proceedings, pre-file representation in criminal investigations, postconviction petitions, and appeals. Mr. Juba is a recognized expert on the Constitutional rights of children and specializes in representing young people charged with serious offenses in adult court. He is a published author on the application of the 8th Amendment to children. Mr. Juba regularly teaches at legal conferences and law schools on the Constitutional rights of children and he co-founded a non-profit called Learn Your Rights in the Community, which educates children on how to exercise their Constitutional rights when interacting with the police. Mr. Juba started his career at the Denver Trial Office of the Colorado State Public Defender where he represented hundreds of indigent clients in County Court, Juvenile Court, and District Court. He offers holistic representation on criminal and juvenile cases, which starts prior to the filing of any potential charges, includes litigation through trial, and continues with representation during post-conviction proceedings, reconsideration motions, and appeals.