Ariel Beryl Defazio, Civil Rights Attorney in Denver, Colorado
Over 15 years of legal practice · focused on Civil Rights, Discrimination, and Employment
Associate
Denver, CO
Practicing civil rights in Denver since 2011.
- 15+
- Years practicing
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Ariel Beryl Defazio is an associate based in Denver, CO. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, Discrimination, and Employment. Ariel has over 15 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Denver, CO
- Experience
- over 15 years
- Known for
- Civil Rights · Discrimination · Employment
- Handles Civil Rights, Discrimination, and Employment matters from Denver, CO.
- Over 15 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Ariel Beryl Defazio: Ariel Beryl Defazio is an associate based in Denver, CO. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, Discrimination, and Employment. Ariel has over 15 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Ariel's practice areas in Denver
Ariel concentrates on civil rights, discrimination, employment, family law, and insurance. Each area below outlines the kind of case Ariel handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Civil Rights
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Discrimination
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Employment
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Family Law
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Insurance
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Litigation
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SSD
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Wage & Hour
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Wrongful Termination
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Civil Rights cases in Denver, Colorado
Ariel takes civil rights matters in Denver, Colorado. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Ariel agrees to represent you.
Discrimination cases in Denver, Colorado
Ariel takes discrimination matters in Denver, Colorado. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Ariel agrees to represent you.
Employment cases in Denver, Colorado
Ariel takes employment matters in Denver, Colorado. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Ariel agrees to represent you.
Family Law cases in Denver, Colorado
Ariel takes family law matters in Denver, Colorado. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Ariel agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases in Denver, Colorado
Ariel takes insurance matters in Denver, Colorado. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Ariel agrees to represent you.
Biography
Ariel Beryl Defazio, civil rights attorney serving Denver
Ariel Beryl Defazio is an associate based in Denver, CO. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, Discrimination, and Employment. Ariel has over 15 years of legal experience. Ariel works from Denver, Colorado and takes on civil rights matters across the region.
Ariel Beryl Defazio is a lawyer practicing age discrimination in employment, americans with disabilities act, employee rights and 13 other areas of law. Ariel received a B.S. degree from Cornell University in 2003, and has been licensed for 15 years. Ariel practices in Denver, CO.
How Ariel handles civil rights matters
Ariel Beryl Defazio is a lawyer practicing age discrimination in employment, americans with disabilities act, employee rights and 13 other areas of law. Ariel received a B.S. degree from Cornell University in 2003, and has been licensed for 15 years. Ariel practices in Denver, CO.
Who Ariel represents
Ariel reviews new inquiries case-by-case for civil rights, discrimination, and employment matters in Denver and the surrounding Colorado area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Ariel studied and practices
University of Colorado Law School
J.D. · 2011
Cornell University
B.S. · 2003
Jurisdictions
Ariel's state bar admissions
U.S. District Court,
2011 · ACTIVE
Colorado
2011 · ACTIVE
Ariel studied at J.D. in University of Colorado Law School and B.S. in Cornell University.
Law school and academic background
Ariel completed J.D. in University of Colorado Law School and B.S. in Cornell University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Ariel runs in Colorado is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Ariel's professional memberships and bar associations
Denver Bar Association
membership
Locations
Ariel Beryl Defazio's office in Denver
Ariel's primary office is at 1490 Lafayette Street, Denver, CO, 80218. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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Schedule your consultationHiring guide
How to hire Ariel Beryl Defazio — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new civil rights attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Ariel usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Ariel charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Ariel's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Ariel will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a civil rights attorney in Denver, Colorado
A short list to run through before you commit: How many civil rights matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Ariel
Ariel discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in civil rights practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every civil rights matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Ariel confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Ariel's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many civil rights practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Ariel Beryl Defazio
How much does it cost to hire Ariel for a civil rights case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Ariel walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Ariel offer a free consultation?
Ariel charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Ariel's office. Some civil rights attorneys offer free consults — check Ariel's current terms during booking.
How long do civil rights cases in Colorado typically take?
Simple civil rights matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Ariel gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Ariel take my case if I'm outside Denver?
Ariel is licensed in Colorado. Matters governed by Colorado law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Ariel will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Ariel?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Ariel will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Ariel accepting new civil rights clients right now?
Ariel's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Civil Rights attorneys serving Denver, Colorado Springs and Boulder in Colorado
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