Colorado's Top-Rated Attorneys

Over 200 Jury Trials Across Colorado

Colorado's Top-Rated Attorneys

Nearly 50 Years of Combined Trial Experience

Direct Communication
When you need case updates, you'll work directly with our attorneys and legal professionals, who provide responsive communication and personalized support throughout your case.
Personal Attention
We purposefully limit our caseload so we can give every client the personal attention their case deserves.
Experience in Litigation and Trials
Troxell Law has negotiated thousands of cases, conducted 200+ jury trials, and argued countless motions.

Experienced Colorado Trial Attorneys

About Troxell Law

Troxell Law is a Colorado trial law firm focused on family law and criminal defense matters. Troxell Law’s three attorneys bring nearly 50 years of combined legal experience and have conducted more than 200 jury trials in 26 counties across Colorado. In addition to jury trials, we have litigated thousands of contested hearings in courts throughout the state.

All three of our attorneys are former Colorado State Public Defenders, with two having served as Regional Office Heads. Scott Troxell (Glenwood Springs), Brian Johnson (Sterling). Our attorneys have extensive courtroom and trial experience throughout Colorado.

Our team includes attorneys and legal professionals who work directly with clients to provide responsive communication, practical guidance, and trial-ready advocacy when it matters most.

Colorado’s Family Law & Criminal Defense Attorneys

Troxell Law is a trial law firm dedicated to representing clients in family law, criminal defense, and juvenile delinquency cases throughout Colorado.

We are a client-centered trial law firm that takes the time to listen to our clients, understand their unique legal situations, and help them navigate the stressful and confusing process in the quickest and most effective way possible. Attorneys Heidi Troxell, Scott Troxell, and Brian Johnson are experienced trial attorneys and are prepared to represent clients in the courtroom should a trial become necessary.

Contact our attorneys if you are dealing with a family law matter or if you have been charged with a crime. We will represent your best interests and help you achieve your desired outcome. We represent clients in Glenwood Springs and all across the Western Slope.

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Practice Areas

Unlike attorneys with a general practice, Troxell Law focuses on two areas; family law (including parental coordination and decision-making), and criminal law (including civil protection orders).

Family LAW

Our family law attorneys have experience handling a range of family law issues. We can help you deal with family law and divorce matters relating to child support, child custody, parenting time, and mental health/substance abuse-related parenting issues.

Amanda Bernal, LLP (Licensed Legal Professional), is authorized to independently handle certain low-conflict divorce matters, providing clients with an efficient and cost-effective option when appropriate.

Criminal law

Our criminal defense lawyers are ready to handle all felony and misdemeanor cases. If you are charged with a drug offense (simple possession, distribution, sales, and manufacturing), domestic violence, juvenile defense, DUI/DWAI (alcohol or drug-related), sexual assault, child abuse, property crimes, or fraud/identity theft, Troxell Law can protect your rights and provide you with the best defense possible.

Experienced Criminal Defense

The Guidance of a Good Lawyer Can Help Secure the Best Possible Outcome for Your Case.

At Troxell Law, we provide our clients with personal attention, direct communication they can rely on, and quality representation from an experienced Garfield County criminal defense attorney.

Personal Attention

Heidi Troxell, Scott Troxell, and Brian Johnson remain directly involved in client cases while working alongside Amanda Bernal, LLP, Brooklyn, and the firm’s small legal support team to provide responsive communication and personalized client attention.

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“I will passionately advocate for you by ensuring a thorough and complete investigation, consultation of expert witnesses (if necessary), and focused preparation.”

ATTORNEY HEIDI TROXELL

Why Choose Troxell Law?

Founded in 2018, Troxell Law, our team of trusted Colorado attorneys with deep expertise in their individual practice areas.

Heidi Troxell
Heidi Troxell

Heidi Troxell is a trial attorney with a master’s degree in social work. She spent more than seven years with the Colorado State Public Defender’s Office, serving in its Pueblo, Arapahoe, Grand Junction, and Steamboat Springs offices. She has negotiated thousands of cases, conducted many jury trials, and defended clients against everything from DUI cases to homicides and sex offenses. She later transitioned to a highly respected family law firm in Grand Junction, Colorado, before moving to Glenwood Springs in 2018, where she started Troxell Law.

M. Scott Troxell
M. Scott Troxell

Scott Troxell has represented thousands of individuals since beginning his career with the Colorado State Public Defender in 2007. His cases span all areas of criminal law from municipal violations, DUI’s, misdemeanor domestic violence cases, through multi-week first degree murder trials. He joined the firm in 2022, following 15 years with the Colorado State Public Defender’s Office in its Colorado Springs, Steamboat Springs, Grand Junction, and Glenwood Springs Regional offices. Scott was both a Supervising Attorney and Managing Attorney/Office Head for the Colorado State Public Defender, serving as a supervising attorney in the Grand Junction Office before becoming Office Head of the Glenwood Springs Regional Office from 2018–2022.

Brian Johnson
Brian Johnson

Brian Johnson joined Troxell Law in 2025, following 12 years with the Colorado State Public Defender’s Office. Brian handles all levels of criminal cases and has extensive experience with both pre-trial litigation and jury trials. He began his career in the Denver Office before moving on to Grand Junction and ultimately Sterling, CO where he served as Office Head from 2018-2025.

Your Case. Your Future. Our Fight.

We know this is more than a case — this is your life. Imagine what a not guilty verdict, a favorable resolution, or the right outcome could mean for your future. These are results we have achieved for others, and we will fight to do the same for you.

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Everything you want from a boss attorney and none of the things you don’t . (1) Will fight and take it to the box if necessary. (2) Exceptionally well priced and he’s a rare breed of honesty. (3) Looks at all avenues, gives really excellent advice and tells you what he believes is the best route moving forward. (4) Prepared and gets ready for the worst of best possible scenarios; “ If the state has an offer of case dismissed, he and his client will wave the apology letter.” Love that line. (5) A genuine and real person who cares about his clients. Look no further if you’re looking for the best possible representation.
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Beyond Impressed with Scott and staff, the level of professionalism and empathy as well as customer service. Very knowledgeable and super helpful even before I am a client. Helped me out taking steps towards my case. I will forever be grateful, he is one of those guys you love having in your corner but never have to use them. Thank you Scott
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Stephanie DeBoer
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Heidi and her team are outstanding! We worked across state lines for a mutual client, and their office was so responsive and helpful. I'd recommend their services to anyone!
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ricardo Gonzalez Jr.
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I called and talked with Brian on a sensitive case. He patiently and compassionately helped me to relieve the pressure of the situation and the financial strain and took time to get me resolved. I higjly recommend this firm.
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Jordan W
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Through thick and thin Brian Johnson and the team at Troxell fought on behalf of me as well as what is just and right!! I couldn’t be happier with the effort put forth and the result given!! Would like to again thank and recommend to the highest pedigree, Brain J & Troxell law!
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jayleigh acord
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best public defender ever, ive had her for many cases and shes always done right by my side, super professional and very helpful, i wouldnt ask for anyone else!
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LMT Diana Cortes
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I am very grateful with the support and care that came from everyone. Something very important in everything is how people are treated and here we got nothing but honesty, respect, and peace of mind. Thank you Scott Troxell, and the whole team for going beyond expectations.
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Jad Locke
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Heidi did an amazing job with my divorce, she was courteous, professional and cost conscious. I couldn't have received better representation. Highly recommend Troxell Law!
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Cristina Noriega
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I came out to Colorado from California not knowing anyone and putting my trust in Scott’s Law Office. They were completely straight forward with my daughter’s case and always communicated in a timely matter. I felt complete trust and comfort in speaking with Scott and his receptionist. I would highly recommend his office. He couldn’t have done a better job. My daughter’s case was dismissed. Thank you Scott for all your help I couldn’t have got a better Lawyer!!!

Contact Troxell Law Today

If you have been accused of a crime or are dealing with a family legal issue, you deserve legal representation from a Garfield County criminal defense attorney that you can trust.

When you choose Troxell Law, you receive a firm that has the knowledge, experience, and resources you need for the best possible outcome.

Criminal law and family law cases can become emotional, stressful, and expensive quickly, but we can help you see the big picture and resolve the issue as soon as possible so you can get back to your life. Contact us today to learn more about how we can help.

We offer WebEx consultations and in-person meetings at our Glenwood Springs office.

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