Mission and Philosophy

Lehr Defense LLC was formed by a former public defender passionate about zealously advocating for her clients. By practicing in criminal defense in both Colorado Springs, Denver, and the Denver Metro area, Ms. Lehr has developed a broad understanding of the jurisdictional issues her clients face. She formed Lehr Defense LLC because she is serious about working collaboratively to achieve the best results for her clients.

Ms. Lehr takes a holistic approach to her cases. She develops mitigation and works with social workers and investigators to present the full picture of her clients lives to the District Attorneys. However, when the case does not resolve in a dismissal or a favorable plea bargain, she is a skilled and experienced trial lawyer. She handles all levels of offenses including the most serious felonies, DUIs, and municipal offenses. She has also broadened her criminal practice to represent parents in Dependency and Neglect cases. She feels strongly that families should remain together, and stands up against the Department of Human Services to help her clients maintain their parental rights.


Lehr Defense LLC has a vision for a collaborative, sophisticated, and zealous criminal defense and family law firm. Avery has spent her career representing the accused and wants to continue to help you through the complex and challenging judicial system. She looks forward to helping you in all of your criminal or family law matters.