Tim LaFrance
150 E. 9th St., Suite 100
Durango, CO 81301
Telephone: (970) 259-3321
E-mail: attorney@lafrancelaw.com

 

Representing injured persons in Southwest Colorado since 1980

 

If you are hurt in an auto accident occurring in the state of Colorado, it is best if you consult with an attorney who specializes in Colorado auto accident and personal injury law. Attorney Tim LaFrance spends 100% of his professional time on such personal injury matters, including wrongful death claims.

Attorney Tim LaFrance is a 1977 graduate of the University of California at Berkeley (Boalt Hall) School of Law, a past President of the Southwest Colorado Bar Association, a member of the Colorado Trial Lawyers Association, and a member of the Colorado Bar Association. Tim LaFrance also has been active in a number of community and civic activities.

Education:

Legal:

 J.D., University of California at Berkeley (Boalt Hall) May 1977

Undergraduate:

 B.S. in Public Administration, University of North Dakota

Court Admissions:

  • United States Supreme Court
  • Supreme Court of Colorado
  • Supreme Court of California
  • United States Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit
  • United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit
  • United States District Court for the District of Colorado
  • United States District Court for the Northern District of California
  • United States District Court for the District of South Dakota
  • United States District Court for the District of Montana
  • Ute Mountain Ute Tribal Court
  • Southern Ute Tribal Court

Legal Experience:

PRIVATE PRACTICE, (April 1982 to present), in Durango, Colorado. 
100% of legal practice is devoted to representing injured victims of auto accidents and other personal injuries, including wrongful death claims. 

Author of "Handbook of Federal Indian Education Laws" prepared under the auspices of the Native American Rights Fund (1982) for nationwide distribution. Author of "1986 Update to Handbook of Federal Indian Education Laws."

DIRECTING ATTORNEY OF THE INDIAN COMPONENT, Colorado Rural Legal Services, Durango, Colorado(May 1980 - March 1982).

STAFF ATTORNEY, Native American Rights Fund, Boulder, Colorado (August 1977 - May 1980). Civil litigation on behalf of Indian tribes and Indian interests in the federal courts including appellate work in the U.S. Courts of Appeal and the US Supreme Court.

TESTIFIED in Indian preference matters to the House of Representatives Committee on Interior and Insular Affairs, Congress of the United States, Washington, D.C., November 1979.

Boards and Organizations:

SOUTHWEST COLORADO BAR ASSOCIATION (1982-present); President (1992-1993); Vice President (1991-1992); Secretary-Treasurer (1990-1991).

COLORADO TRIAL LAWYERS ASSOCIATION: Received Certification of Appreciation for outstanding service during 1990 legislative session.

COLORADO BAR ASSOCIATION (1982-present).

JUDICIAL NOMINATING COMMISSION. In 1993, appointed by Governor Romer to serve on a committee to interview and recommend for appointment candidates for judicial office in the 6th Judicial District.

URANIUM MILL TAILINGS TASK FORCE, (1983-1991); Chairman 1985; Vice Chairman 1984.

LA PLATA COUNTY UNITED WAY (1988-1991); Secretary of Executive Committee member (1990-1991); Softball Tournament Director (1989-1990); Received Silver Award for outstanding service (1990).

COLORADO RURAL HOUSING DEVELOPMENT CORP. (1982-1986); Board member.

DURANGO PLANNING COMMISSION (1985-1988); Vice Chairman (1987-1988).

BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA; Assistant Webelos Den Master (1990-1991).

YOUTH BASEBALL: Coached my son's teams from 1992-1999, bringing two teams to State Tournament, and Board Member (1991-1992).

Activities:

Pursuits include family activities, skiing, handball, softball, mountain biking, kayaking, boating, hiking, and camping.