Rhidian D.W. Orr

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Rhidian D.W. Orr: Attorney with The Orr Law Firm
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Biography

Rhidian Orr, the owner of the Orr Law Firm, has dedicated his career to DUI and criminal traffic defense. He earned his J.D. from the University of Denver College of Law in 2000, followed by an MBA in 2002, and a B.A. in 1994. A graduate of Gerry Spence’s Trial Lawyers College and Terry MacCarthy’s Cross Examination training, Mr. Orr is trained as a practitioner and instructor in standardized field sobriety tests according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) standards. He is also trained in the operation of the Intoxilyzer 9000, Gas Chromatography, and is certified in Drug Recognition Expert (DRE) Overview. Recognized by Super Lawyers® from 2011 to 2020, Mr. Orr received an AV Preeminent® rating from Martindale-Hubbell® in 2014. He is a lifetime member of the Colorado Criminal Defense Bar, NACDL, and NORML. Mr. Orr is also a former Colorado state delegate and a Sustaining Member for the National College for DUI Defense, where he serves as a Faculty Member. Additionally, he has authored the Colorado DUI Survival Guide and contributed to several other legal publications, frequently lecturing at CLEs and DUI defense seminars nationwide.

Areas of Practice (43)

  • DUI
  • DUI of Drugs (DUID)
  • DUI Penalties
  • Felony DUI
  • BUI
  • Commercial Driver DUI
  • DMV Hearings
  • Multiple DUI Offenses
  • Standardized Field Sobriety Tests
  • Blood Tests
  • Breath Tests
  • Urine Tests
  • Test Refusal
  • Underage DUI
  • Criminal Defense
  • Drug Crimes
  • Marijuana Defense
  • Drug Sales
  • Drug Manufacturing
  • Drug Trafficking
  • Prescription Drug Charges
  • Felony Defense
  • Theft Crimes
  • Burglary
  • Robbery
  • Shoplifting
  • Traffic Offenses
  • Driver's License Issues
  • Failing to Stop at the Scene
  • License Suspension
  • No Insurance
  • Open Container
  • Reckless Driving
  • Vehicular Assault
  • Vehicular Eluding
  • Vehicular Homicide
  • Personal Injury
  • Rideshare Auto Accidents
  • Auto Injury
  • Truck Accidents
  • Motorcycle Accidents
  • Bicycle Accidents
  • Wrongful Death

Education & Credentials

University Attended:
University of Denver, B.A., 1994; University of Denver, Daniels College of Business, M.B.A.
Law School Attended:
University of Denver, Sturm College of Law, J.D., 2000
Year of First Admission:
2001
Admission:
2002, Colorado; 2003, Minnesota
Memberships:
Colorado Bar Association; Denver Bar Association; Colorado Criminal Defense Bar (Lifetime Member); National Criminal Defense Bar; National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers; National College for DUI Defense.
Special Agencies:
•National College for DUI Defense - Sustaining Member & 2013 Colorado State Delegate
•Colorado Criminal Defense Bar – Lifetime Member
•Colorado Bar Association
•Denver Bar Association
•National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers - Lifetime Member
•Better Business Bureau
•Tom Martino's Troubleshooter Network
•Super Lawyers
•Team Dave Logan
•Trial Lawyers College - Ranch Club
•American Chemical Society
•Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers College - F-Warrior - Lifetime Member
Languages:
English
ISLN:
917362147

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Other Information
Free initial consultation, Fixed fees available

Peer Reviews

4.7/5.0 (25 reviews)
Martindale-Hubbell® AV Preeminent Rating Badge
  • Legal Knowledge

    4.7/5.0
  • Analytical Capability

    4.7/5.0
  • Judgment

    4.7/5.0
  • Communication

    4.8/5.0
  • Legal Experience

    4.8/5.0
  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Sole Practitioner on 07/21/14 in Criminal Defense

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Sole Practitioner on 07/21/14 in DUI/DWI

    Outstanding lawyer who is dedicated to his practice and to his professional development via continuing education. I believe he absolutely meets the standards necessary to earn the highest rating M-H offers!

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Principal on 06/29/14 in Criminal Law

    Rhidian is an exceptional trial lawyer who specializes in cases involving alcohol and driving. His expertise spans from the standard DUI case to the most complicated vehicular homicide. He is the lawyer that other attorneys call upon when they have... Read more

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Principal on 06/29/14 in DUI/DWI

    Rhidian is an exceptional trial lawyer who specializes in cases involving alcohol and driving. His expertise spans from the standard DUI case to the most complicated vehicular homicide. He is the lawyer that other attorneys call upon when they have... Read more

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Principal on 06/27/14 in Criminal Defense

    Rhidian is an exceptionally talented and highly ethical criminal defense trial lawyer.

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Principal on 06/27/14 in Driving While Intoxicated

    Rhidian Orr is an exceptionally talented and highly ethical criminal defense trial attorney.

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Member on 06/27/14 in Criminal Defense

    Absolute top notch. A leader in his field and a fine human being.

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Managing Partner on 06/19/14 in DUI/DWI

    Rhidian is an outstanding lawyer and a great friend. I have previously referred clients to him and will continue to do so without hesitation. He is a great teacher of other lawyers as well.

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Managing Partner on 06/19/14 in Criminal Defense

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Managing Partner on 06/12/14 in DUI/DWI

    I know Rhidian to be a very dedicate and knowledgable attorney. He is a guy who will go the extra mile for his client even when it is at his own expense. I have worked along side Mr. Orr on several matters and he is one of the best in the business. I... Read more

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