Introduction

Six of the last eight years on The Gazette’s Best of the Springs list is a record that Colorado Springs voters, not the firm itself, produced. The Law Office of Andrew Bryant has earned that recognition repeatedly in a competitive market, reflecting sustained performance in criminal defense and family law across El Paso County. The firm operates from two locations: 805 South Cascade Ave in Colorado Springs and 8480 E Orchard Rd, Suite 1300, Greenwood Village: and maintains 24/7 availability with virtual meeting options for clients who cannot appear in person.

Andrew Bryant’s background as a former prosecutor shapes the firm’s approach. He handled felony and misdemeanor cases on the state’s side, including sexual assaults, homicides, DUIs, and domestic violence, before moving to defense. That experience provides direct insight into how the prosecution evaluates cases, which strategies are likely to resonate in court, and where the state’s case is most vulnerable. Bryant’s recognition by the National Trial Lawyers as a Top 100 attorney reflects his standing among defense practitioners nationally.

The firm also includes Greg Maceau, whose 40-plus years of experience brings historical depth to the practice; Catherine H. Ford; John S. Nalley; Aliyah Surovec; and Mark Galler. Military discounts are available. Free consultations are offered. The phone number is 719-634-7353. More information is at andrewbryantlaw.com.

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense

Criminal defense is the core of the firm’s work. The practice spans a broad range of charges filed in Colorado Springs and El Paso County courts.

Assault and Assault and Battery: Colorado assault charges range from third-degree misdemeanor assault to first-degree felony assault, depending on whether a deadly weapon was used, the severity of injuries caused, and the identity of the victim. The penalties range from short jail terms for misdemeanors to long prison sentences for Class 3 felony assault. The distinction between third, second, and first-degree charges often turns on factual details that a defense attorney can challenge: the intent element, the nature of any weapon used, and the extent of the alleged injuries.

Domestic Violence: Domestic violence charges in Colorado carry mandatory arrest policies and create additional consequences beyond the criminal charge itself. A conviction or even a deferred sentence with a domestic violence component can affect firearm ownership rights, parenting time in family court proceedings, and professional licenses. The firm’s experience with domestic violence cases: Bryant specifically handled them as a prosecutor: means the defense is built with full awareness of how these cases proceed at every stage.

Drug Crimes: Colorado’s drug laws have evolved significantly with marijuana legalization, but serious drug offenses remain prosecuted. Drug distribution, trafficking, manufacturing, and possession of controlled substances outside the marijuana framework carry substantial penalties. Federal drug charges may also arise in cases involving large quantities or interstate activity.

DUI: Colorado DUI law covers driving under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or any intoxicating substance. The blood alcohol limit for a DUI is 0.08 percent, with a lower threshold for driving while ability impaired (DWAI) at 0.05 percent. Express consent laws mean that refusing a chemical test results in license revocation. The consequences of a DUI conviction extend to insurance rates, CDL holders, and anyone whose professional license could be affected by a criminal conviction.

Expungements and Sealings: Colorado allows sealing of certain criminal records, which removes them from public view. Eligibility depends on the offense type, the case outcome, and waiting periods that vary based on the charge. Successfully sealing a record restores employment opportunities, housing applications, and other areas where a criminal record creates barriers. The firm handles both expungements and record sealings.

Menacing: Colorado menacing charges arise when a person places another person in fear of imminent serious bodily injury. Ordinary menacing is a Class 3 misdemeanor; use of a deadly weapon elevates it to a Class 5 felony. The factual record: what was said, what gestures or items were involved, what the complainant actually observed: is central to the defense.

Robbery: Robbery charges involve taking something of value from a person by force, threats, or intimidation. Aggravated robbery involving a deadly weapon is a Class 3 felony in Colorado, carrying a mandatory sentence of ten to thirty-two years in prison. These cases require intensive investigation of the alleged crime and scrutiny of identification evidence, which is often the prosecution’s weakest point.

Sex Crimes: Sex offense charges carry consequences that extend far beyond the criminal penalties: mandatory sex offender registration, community notification, and lasting restrictions on residence and employment. Bryant’s experience prosecuting sexual assault cases gives him a prosecutor’s understanding of how these cases are built, which he now applies in defense.

Theft Crimes: Theft in Colorado is graded by the value of the property taken, ranging from petty theft as a Class 2 misdemeanor to Class 2 felony for theft exceeding $100,000. Theft by deception, embezzlement, shoplifting, and identity theft all fall within the theft statutes.

Traffic Violations: Traffic violations in Colorado range from minor infractions that affect insurance to serious moving violations with criminal implications. The firm handles traffic cases as part of its criminal defense work.

Family Law

The firm’s family law practice handles the legal proceedings that arise from relationship dissolution and family disputes: divorce, child custody, child support, property division, and related matters. Family law cases in Colorado courts require both legal knowledge and understanding of how the courts weigh the evidence in contested matters. The firm’s criminal defense experience with Colorado Springs judges and courtrooms informs its approach to family law proceedings in the same courts.

Attorney Profiles

Andrew Bryant

Andrew Bryant is the founding attorney of the firm. Before moving to criminal defense, he worked as a prosecutor, where he handled felony and misdemeanor cases including sexual assaults, homicides, DUIs, and domestic violence. The National Trial Lawyers named him to its Top 100 list, a recognition based on trial performance and professional standing. His experience on both sides of the courtroom makes him effective in assessing how the state is likely to approach any given case and where the defense has leverage.

Greg Maceau

Greg Maceau brings more than 40 years of legal experience to the firm. That depth of experience spans decades of Colorado courtroom practice and provides the firm with historical perspective on how local courts and prosecutors operate across a long arc of change.

Additional Attorneys

Catherine H. Ford, John S. Nalley, Aliyah Surovec, and Mark Galler round out the firm’s attorney team, providing the bench depth to handle concurrent matters effectively.

Location & Service Area

Primary Office: 805 South Cascade Ave, Colorado Springs, CO 80903
Secondary Office: 8480 E Orchard Rd, Suite 1300, Greenwood Village, CO 80111
Phone: 719-634-7353

The firm serves Colorado Springs and El Paso County. The South Cascade Avenue office is positioned near the downtown Colorado Springs courts, and the Greenwood Village location provides access to clients in the Denver metro area. Virtual meeting options extend the firm’s accessibility to clients who cannot travel to a physical office.

Client Focus

Military discounts reflect Colorado Springs’s proximity to Fort Carson, Peterson Space Force Base, Schriever Space Force Base, and the Air Force Academy. Military members and veterans facing criminal charges have particular concerns about how a conviction might affect their security clearance, military career, or veterans’ benefits. The firm’s military discount policy acknowledges the community it serves.

Free consultations allow individuals facing charges to get a realistic assessment of their situation without financial commitment. The 24/7 availability policy recognizes that criminal arrests happen at any hour, and that waiting until business hours to reach defense counsel can affect the first critical decisions a client makes after arrest: including whether to speak with police.

The Gazette’s Best of the Springs recognition, earned six of the last eight years, reflects consistent community regard for the firm’s work. This kind of recognition is voted by local readers rather than awarded by legal industry organizations, which means it measures community reputation rather than professional self-promotion.

FAQ

What does Andrew Bryant’s background as a former prosecutor mean for my defense?

Having prosecuted felony and misdemeanor cases: including sexual assaults, homicides, DUIs, and domestic violence: means Bryant understands the decisions prosecutors make in evaluating cases, what evidence they prioritize, and what arguments are persuasive in the courtrooms where he now defends clients. That firsthand knowledge informs the defense strategy from the start.

Can a criminal record be sealed in Colorado, and does the firm handle that process?

Yes to both. Colorado allows sealing of many criminal records, including arrests that did not lead to conviction, certain dismissed charges, and some convictions after applicable waiting periods. The eligibility rules depend on the specific offense and case outcome. The firm handles expungements and sealings and can assess whether a particular record qualifies.

Are military discounts available?

Yes. The firm offers military discounts for active duty service members, veterans, and their immediate families. Colorado Springs’s proximity to multiple military installations makes this a meaningful consideration for a significant portion of the local population facing criminal charges.

Does the firm handle DUI cases involving drugs rather than alcohol?

Yes. Colorado’s DUI statute covers driving under the influence of any intoxicating substance, not just alcohol. That includes marijuana, prescription medications taken in excess of prescribed doses, and illegal drugs. The firm handles DUI cases involving drug impairment, including cases where the state relies on blood tests rather than breath tests to establish impairment.

Are virtual meetings available?

Yes. The firm offers virtual meeting options, which allows clients outside Colorado Springs, clients with mobility issues, or clients whose work schedules make in-person meetings difficult to consult with their attorney without traveling to the office.

Closing

A former prosecutor founding attorney, a team member with 40-plus years of experience, six Best of the Springs recognitions in eight years, and 24/7 availability define what the Law Office of Andrew Bryant offers El Paso County defendants. The firm handles criminal defense cases from misdemeanor traffic violations to felony sex crimes and violent crimes, and maintains a family law practice alongside the criminal work. Military discounts and free consultations lower the barrier to access. Reach the firm at 719-634-7353 or through andrewbryantlaw.com. Primary office: 805 South Cascade Ave, Colorado Springs, CO 80903.