Civil Rights Attorney

Dave Maxted is an experienced civil rights attorney who relentlessly advocates for people whose rights have been violated. For every right that is violated, there is a remedy. That remedy requires demanding justice now and going to court to fight for it if necessary. Our civil rights lawyers handle cases of wrongful death, police misconduct, jail and prison abuses, and other claims addressing harms caused by policing, mass incarceration, and the criminal legal system. Our goal is not only justice for our clients. The purpose of our firm is to transform the systems of injustice that cause this harm to begin with.

Colorado Civil Rights Lawyers

Dave Maxted and his team at Maxted Law LLC in Denver, Colorado have successfully represented people whose civil rights have been violated in a variety of situations. We typically accept cases on a contingency fee basis, meaning we only get paid if we succeed through settlement or trial. Often, we are able to achieve favorable settlements and changes in policy without having to go to court. But when litigation is necessary, we have the experience, resources, and dedication to succeed. We fight relentlessly for justice and prioritize caring for our clients throughout the legal process. 

Common civil rights cases we handle include: 

• Wrongful death

• Catastrophic or permanent injury 

• Police brutality and excessive force

• Wrongful arrest and malicious prosecution

• Unlawful search and seizure

• Warrantless arrest without probable cause

• Racial profiling and discrimination 

• First Amendment and free speech violations

• Retaliation

• Unlawful incarceration

• Violation of disability right