Marc Schatten

Marc Schatten, Car Accidents Attorney in Denver, Colorado

Over 27 years of legal practice · focused on Car Accidents, Construction, and Dog Bites · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review

MemberatSchatten Law Firm

Denver, CO

Practicing car accidents in Denver since 1999.

27+
Years practicing
5.0 ★
1 client review
3
Bar admissions

Are you Marc Schatten?

This profile was built from public bar records and is still unclaimed. Claim it free to control your photo, bio, and fees — and get client inquiries sent straight to you.

Claim this profile — free

Quick answer

Marc Schatten is a member based in Denver, CO. The practice focuses on Car Accidents, Construction, and Dog Bites. Marc has over 27 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Schatten Law Firm. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Based in
Denver, CO
Experience
over 27 years
Known for
Car Accidents · Construction · Dog Bites
  • Handles Car Accidents, Construction, and Dog Bites matters from Denver, CO.
  • Over 27 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with BV Distinguished.

About Marc Schatten: Marc Schatten is a member based in Denver, CO. The practice focuses on Car Accidents, Construction, and Dog Bites. Marc has over 27 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Schatten Law Firm. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by Marc Schatten

Marc concentrates on car accidents, construction, dog bites, dui/dwi, and general. Each area below outlines the kind of case Marc handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Car Accidents cases in Denver, Colorado

Marc takes car accidents 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 Marc agrees to represent you.

Construction cases in Denver, Colorado

Marc takes construction 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 Marc agrees to represent you.

Dog Bites cases in Denver, Colorado

Marc takes dog bites 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 Marc agrees to represent you.

DUI/DWI cases in Denver, Colorado

Marc takes dui/dwi 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 Marc agrees to represent you.

General cases in Denver, Colorado

Marc takes general 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 Marc agrees to represent you.

Biography

About Marc Schatten — Over 27 years of Colorado car accidents experience

Marc Schatten is a member based in Denver, CO. The practice focuses on Car Accidents, Construction, and Dog Bites. Marc has over 27 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Schatten Law Firm. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Marc Schatten focuses his practice on personal injury law. Mr. Schatten represents clients across the Denver metro area, the Front Range and Colorado. Mr. Schatten represents clients in cases involving car accidents, bicycle accidents, motorcycle accidents, trucking accidents, slip and fall accidents, spine injuries, brain injuries, bad faith insurance, dog bites, premises liability, civil litigation, business litigation and other cases. Mr. Schatten has over twenty-two (22) years of legal experience as a lawyer and litigator. Over the last six years, Mr. Schatten has focused the large majority of his practice on personal injury law.

Award Winning Personal Injury Lawyer.

The Schatten Law Firm is recognized in Denver metro area as a top-shelf, boutique personal injury law firm. Mr. Schatten is a skilled and successful litigator and trial lawyer. Mr. Schatten has been awarded a Colorado Super Lawyer Award for 2020 and 2021, an award given to the top 5% of lawyers in Colorado. Mr. Schatten has built a strong reputation as a tough, trusted and fierce litigator with his clients, lawyers and insurance adjusters. The majority of the firm’s cases that are handled by Mr. Schatten have been referred to the firm by former and current clients, colleagues and lawyers. Mr. Schatten has twenty-two years of battle-tested experience as a lawyer and litigator.

Background.

Mr. Schatten was born in New York City and grew up in Maryland. Mr. Schatten’s father was a successful trial lawyer and federal prosecutor in New York City in an office takes on some of the largest and most complicated cases in the country. At a young age, Mr. Schatten saw a close family member go through a serious and debilitating illness. Through these formative experiences, Mr. Schatten learned that a person’s health and well-being are among the most important things in life. There is simply no price on health. It was out of these events that shaped Mr. Schatten’s passion to be a litigator, trial lawyer and to fight for the injured.

During college, at the University of Rochester, Mr. Schatten excelled in political science, economics and collegiate debate including earning top speaker awards. Mr. Schatten then graduated from Vanderbilt University School of Law, a top ranked national law school. Mr. Schatten honed his litigation experience working with excellent law firms and litigating against some top-notch lawyers. Mr. Schatten founded the Schatten Law Firm on the principle that clients come first. For every client, Mr. Schatten’s goal is earn the client’s trust and confidence, communicate well, successfully handle the case with high quality work product and to deliver a strong financial result. Mr. Schatten also offers his clients lower fees to allow them to keep more of their settlement. To deliver high quality legal work, the Schatten Law Firm is a boutique law firm that focuses on a relatively small number of personal injury cases each year.

Mr. Schatten believes in giving back to his community. Mr. Schatten founded a non-profit organization in Denver that helped raise tens of thousands of dollars for the Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Denver. Mr. Schatten has also served as a Fundraising Chair for his Vanderbilt University Law School Reunion Class and as a Reunion Chair for his Walt Whitman High School Class. Mr. Schatten is an active Member of the Colorado Trial Lawyer Association and Doyle Inn of Court. In the Doyle Inn, Mr. Schatten had the tremendous opportunity to be in a pupilage group led by Judge Neil Gorsuch, now a Justice on the U.S. Supreme Court. Mr. Schatten speaks French and also speaks a limited amount of Spanish. Mr. Schatten uses a translation service to assist with his Spanish speaking clients. In his free time, Mr. Schatten enjoys all the great outdoor activities in Colorado including hiking, cycling and skiing and also enjoys traveling, reading and spending time with friends and family.

Working with Marc on a car accidents matter

Marc Schatten focuses his practice on personal injury law. Mr. Schatten represents clients across the Denver metro area, the Front Range and Colorado. Mr. Schatten represents clients in cases involving car accidents, bicycle accidents, motorcycle accidents, trucking accidents, slip and fall accidents, spine injuries, brain injuries, bad faith insurance, dog bites, premises liability, civil…

Clients Marc works with

Marc reviews new inquiries case-by-case for car accidents, construction, and dog bites matters in Denver and the surrounding Colorado area.

Credentials

Marc Schatten's legal education and bar admissions

  • Vanderbilt University School of Law

    J.D. · 1998

  • University of Rochester

    B.A. Political · 1995

Jurisdictions

Marc's state bar admissions

  • Colorado

    2006 · ACTIVE

  • New York

    2001 · ACTIVE

  • Tennessee

    1999 · ACTIVE

Marc studied at J.D. in Vanderbilt University School of Law and B.A. Political in University of Rochester.

Law school and academic background

Marc completed J.D. in Vanderbilt University School of Law and B.A. Political in University of Rochester. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Marc runs in Colorado is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Awards, publications, and recognition of Marc Schatten

Marc has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • BV Distinguished

Legal awards and honors

BV Distinguished.

Affiliations

Marc's professional memberships and bar associations

  • Southern Colorado Bar Association

    membership

Locations

Marc Schatten's office in Denver

Marc's primary office is at 899 Logan Street, Suite 200, Denver, CO, 80203. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Schatten Law Firm

899 Logan Street, Suite 200

Denver, CO 80203

Open in Google Maps

Client feedback

Client reviews of Marc Schatten — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review

Every review below is from a verified client of Marc. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing car accidents attorneys in Denver.

5.0

1 client review

Client ratings are sourced from public records and editorial research. Reviews on LawyersListed are accepted from verified clients once Marc Schatten claims this profile.

Read all reviews

Hiring guide

How to hire Marc Schatten — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new car accidents attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Marc usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Marc charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Marc'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; Marc will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a car accidents attorney in Denver, Colorado

A short list to run through before you commit: How many car accidents 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 Marc

Marc discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in car accidents practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every car accidents 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. Marc confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Marc's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many car accidents practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Marc Schatten

  • How much does it cost to hire Marc for a car accidents case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Marc walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Marc offer a free consultation?

    Marc charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Marc's office. Some car accidents attorneys offer free consults — check Marc's current terms during booking.

  • How long do car accidents cases in Colorado typically take?

    Simple car accidents 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. Marc gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Marc take my case if I'm outside Denver?

    Marc 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 — Marc 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 Marc?

    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. Marc will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Marc accepting new car accidents clients right now?

    Marc's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

Car Accidents attorneys serving Denver, Colorado Springs and Boulder in Colorado

Marc handles car accidents matters throughout Colorado. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified car accidents attorneys in that community.

More counsel

If Marc's intake is full or the fit isn't right, these car accidents attorneys in Denver handle similar matters. Every profile below is verified and open to consultations.