Today’s Guests:
Attorney Kevin Flesch of Flesch Law and Host Scott Whatley discuss how criminal defense attorneys actually work with District Attorneys on charges and plea deals. Contrary to what television portrays, most criminal cases never go to trial. Instead, they are resolved through negotiation — and credibility, preparation, and strategy play a critical role. Kevin explains how charges are formally filed after an arrest, why initial charges are often more severe than the final outcome, and how early legal intervention can significantly impact a case. He outlines how defense attorneys review evidence, identify weaknesses, file motions, and negotiate for reduced charges, sentencing concessions, or deferred judgments. The discussion also highlights why a lawyer’s reputation for being trial-ready can influence negotiations and why the first plea offer is rarely the best one. Kevin explains when negotiations break down and what factors determine whether a case proceeds to trial. The key takeaway: criminal law is not about courtroom drama — it’s about strategic decision-making. If you or a loved one faces charges, acting quickly and securing experienced legal counsel can make all the difference. Kevin Flesch and their attorneys represent personal injury victims and people accused of criminal acts throughout the Denver area. It’s always a free consultation at Flesch Law. Call Kevin today at 303-806-8886 or visit the website at www.fleschlawfirm.com. Got a legal question? You can now TEXT the Flesch Law Line 24/7 with your legal question: 720-201-8585.

Then it’s Your Legacy Your Way, with Estate Planning Attorney Carolyn Duncan. Today Carolyn outlines the biggest estate-planning mistakes and how to avoid them. Common errors: no plan, failing to update after marriage, divorce, or births, mismatched beneficiary designations, overlooking incapacity planning, DIY documents that don’t meet Colorado law, poor asset titling, ignoring taxes, and keeping plans secret. Her fixes: create a will or trust tailored to your family, add medical powers of attorney and a living will, review beneficiaries and titles on accounts, coordinate assets with the plan, address taxes with professional guidance, tell fiduciaries where documents are kept, and review the plan every two years regularly. Carolyn offers a free 1/2 hour consultation, call 303-394-2358. Visit the website at www.duncanlegal.com.

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