A seasoned litigator, Jason began his career as a federal prosecutor with the U.S. Department of Justice where he was trained to stand up in court and fight for his client. Today, Jason represents individuals and companies in and out of the courtroom throughout Colorado, his native Texas, and in federal courts and arbitration hearings across the United States.
All too often, Jason’s cases involve fraud, theft, and general accusations of lawlessness – cases well suited to his background, both as a prosecutor and an investigative litigator. He has achieved significant victories for clients in disputes involving natural resources, oil and gas, real estate, construction law, contract, personal and professional injury, and violations of the Colorado Consumer Protection Act.
And given his background with the DOJ, Jason also serves clients facing life-changing federal criminal charges. Jason’s “insider” knowledge of how federal criminal cases are investigated and prosecuted and his first-hand experience understanding which arguments federal judges find convincing is invaluable to helping clients achieve great outcomes. And if he doesn’t know the answer, Jason keeps in contact with his colleagues within the Department of Justice who will know how to help.
People choose to work with Jason because he understands what they’re going through on a human level, is attentive to their needs, and knows all too well what others are capable of.
At work Jason enjoys helping people and businesses solve their legal problems. At home, you’ll find him rooting on his Texas Aggies, carefully minding a barbecue pit, or contemplating his family’s next adventure.
Representative Cases
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Trial counsel for a major oil and gas producer in a West Texas case alleging negligence and personal injury. Cruz v. PDC Permian, Inc., et al, 143 rd Judicial District Court, Reeves County, Texas (2022).
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Counsel for prominent Colorado family victimized by fraud, theft, and the breach of various duties related to residential construction projects.
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Investigative counsel for large Colorado company victimized by identify theft and employment fraud.
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United States v. [Client] (U.S. District Court for the District of Colorado): Client sentenced to federal probation following the lengthy investigation of a racketeering enterprise in multiple states.
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United States v. [Client] (U.S. District Court for the District of Colorado): Client sentenced to federal probation following an F.B.I. investigation for unauthorized access and alleged manipulation of a computer network.
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Counsel for Colorado corporation’s employee pool during federal investigation for potential violations of the False Claims Act.
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United States v. Garcia, __ F.4th ___, 2023 WL 4341599 (10th Cir. 2023) - Obtained reversal of convictions for murder and conspiracy to commit murder in furtherance of a racketeering enterprise on the basis of insufficient evidence that alleged murder was for the purpose of maintaining or increasing position in the enterprise.
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United States v. Thompson, et al. (U.S. District Court for the District of Colorado): Successfully petitioned federal court to reduce client’s sentence from 240 months to effectively time served under First Step Act of 2018.
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Investigated, sought, and obtained executive pardon for a client’s 1973 conviction, the only arrest client has ever had.
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Snowmass Mining Company, LLC v. Mystic Eagle Quarry, LLC et al. (Pitkin County District Court, Colorado): Trial counsel for mining company in three-day trial in which court ruled entirely in client’s favor.
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United States v. [Client] (U.S. District Court for the Western District of Pennsylvania): Client sentenced significantly below range recommended by the U.S. Sentencing Guidelines in multi-million-dollar financial fraud and False Claims Act case.
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BP America Production Co. v. Prime Marine Services, Inc. (Denver District Court, Colorado): Trial counsel for Fortune 500 company resulting in favorable outcome for client.
Articles & Presentations
Articles & Presentations
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Presenter on changes to the U.S. Sentencing Guidelines in cases involving narcotics and firearms (2023).
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Moderator and principal organizer, The Low Down on LoDo: Neighborhood Security Challenges and Ways Forward, Davis Graham &; Stubbs LLP (March 2017).
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Moderator and principal organizer, Batson v. Kentucky: 30 Years of Progress and Challenge, Davis Graham &; Stubbs LLP (August 2016).
Education
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J.D., New York University School of Law, 2005
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B.A., cum laude, Texas A&M University, 2002
Admissions
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State Bar of Colorado
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State Bar of Texas
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U.S. District Court, District of Colorado
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U.S. District Court, Western District of Texas
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U.S. District Court, Northern District of Texas
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U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas
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U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit
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U.S. Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit
Activities and Awards
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Member, Colorado Criminal Defense Bar
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(2018 to Present)
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Member, Colorado Criminal Justice Act Panel
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(2018 to Present)
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Limelight Award recipient for outstanding service to the Lower Downtown (LoDo)
Denver neighborhood presented by the LoDo District and then Colorado Governor John Hickenlooper (2017)
