Testimonials

Feedback regarding a presentation to Alameda Gateway Community Association & Alameda Corridor Business Improvement District on January 9, 2008:

Please convey my sincere appreciation to Judges Graham and Bernard for their outstanding presentation.  I can't tell you how many e-mails, phone calls and personal conversations I've had with AGCA folks saying that was one of , if not the "best" presentations in terms of relaying unknown information about the whole selection process.  

George Valuck, Executive Director
AGCA/ACBID

Feedback from a presentation to the Wheat Ridge Rotary Club on Jan. 21, 2008:

This is the best program we have had in a long, long time.

Feedback from Adams County League of Women Voters on November 26, 2008:

I want to thank you on behalf of The Adams County League of Women Voters for a very informative program on Colorado Courts.  We just had our first Board meeting after the Christmas holidays and everyone agreed that this was one of our best programs.  We will recommend this to others.

Feedback from a presentation to the Evergreen Kiwanis Club on February 7, 2008:

I want to give you some very, very positive feedback on the presentation last week at the Evergreen Kiwanis.  I, unfortunately, had to miss it, but over and over again, members told me today that the presentation last week was one of the best programs that we have had in a long time.  Thanks for offering and organizing this and I will send a personal thank you to Judge Stewart and Mr. Baker.

Feedback from a presentation to the Columbine Kiwanis Club on February 20, 2008: 

This was a very informative program.  I learned a lot of new information regarding our judicial system.  Most people have no idea about becoming a judge, retention, etc.  This should be required material before one votes.

Feedback from a presentation to the American Association of University Woman on March 15, 2008:

Justice Bender did a terrific job last Saturday.  He was charming, the powerpoint presentation was clear & informative---& I expect that the audience learned alot.
 
Thanks!!
Sandra Eid

Feedback from a presentation to the Community College of Denver Auraria on April 14, 2008:

"The presentation by Judge Valeria Spencer was great.  The students really enjoyed it and learned a lot.  It is so important for paralegal students to see a part of the "real" world and to see true professionals in the legal field.  Judge Spencer is a great role model and provided a positive influence for them in their career endeavors. "

Laura Beard
Community College of Denver Auraria (CCDA)
Center for Arts & Sciences (LABS)

Feedback from Heather Gardens Optimist Club on May 1,2008:

Your presentation on Our Courts was enlightening and well accepted by our group. 
Several of our members came to me afterwards and expressed their thoughts as to how well it
was laid out and what a neat job you did in explaining it.
This helped me to better understand how complicated the court system is and yet how thoughfully
it is handeled. Thank you for giving us your time.

Feedback from the Colorado Citizens Police Academy Association on April 17, 2008:

Your program gave us the opportunity to see judges as people as well as fair and impartial arbiters of the law.  Being able to include personal anecdotes and information about past cases definately added to the interest you generated.  We Believe we have a more complete and sequential look at the justice system both within our state and on the federal level.

Feedback from the AARP organization on June 17, 2008:

A number of our members told me afterwards that this was news to them.  They had no idea how complex the systems were for selecting and evaluating judges.  They enjoyed hearing from "real judges" in an informal setting.

Feedback from the Westcliffe Library & Community Event on June 28, 2008 presentation:

As a County Commissioner I want to Thank the system for providing us the opportunity to have our regional Judge, Norm Cooling come to Custer County to provide an outstanding workshop about our court system.  I want you to know how much we appreciate having him come last Saturday.

He made it clear how important it is to return the evaluations of Judicial Performance.  One of our immediate family members did receive a blue evaluation form, but did not complete it and mail it in.  They now understand the importance, and if it is not too late, wants to send it in.  However, he misplaced the return envelope.  Could you please give us the address where you want this evaluation sent?  It is ok to respond to this email with the address.  Thanks.

Feedback from the Jewish Community Center Senior's Forum Group on July 15, 2008:

We would like to take this opportunity to extend our thanks and through us the thanks of the entire Seniors' Forum Group for the wonderful program you presented to our group.

From the comments of those present, we know that the group found your talk to be very informative. Again, many thanks for an excellent program.

Feedback from the Montrose Couty League of Women Voters on  September 4, 2008 presentation:

A hearty "thank you" is being sent from the Montrose County league of Women Voters for your excellent presentation. The concise Power Point program, coupled with your informative narrative, greatly increased the attendees' knowledge of the Colorado judicial system and the scope of the Our Courts program and what is available to the State's citizenry through it.

The League is proud to be a partner with this fine organization through the Colorado chapter and we are proud to have introduced  you and the our Courts propgram to our town.

Feedback from the Cheyenne Rotary Club on September 3, 2008 presentation:

I am writing to thank you for the outstanding presentation you gave to the Cheyenne Rotary Club today. It is one of the very best we have had and that was evident by the rapt atttention of the members.

I especially appreciate you taking the time to drive to Cheyenne to make that presentation.

Feedback from Jane Jefferson Club on April 6, 2009 presentation:

Judge Mitchel did a great job of making the presentation relevant, interesting and informative.  He has the perfect personality to be a judge.

Feedback from the Montrose Historical Society on May 6, 2009 presentation:

Excellent Presentation for a some what difficult subject to present.

Feedback from the Montrose Historical Society on May 6, 2009 presentation:

Never know how little one knows til you have a chance to learn something.

Feedback from the AARP Driver Safety Program on September10, 2009 presentation:

Judge David Bottger made a presentation at the Colorado AARP Driver Safety recognition banquet in Grand Junction. Judge Bottger explained the Colorado Judicial System, giving the group of 50 participants an insight on the judicial system and how it works. Many questions were answered and the judge receive high marks as one of the best presentations of the AARP two day workshop.

Feedback from the AARP Driver Safety Program on September 17, 2009 presentation:

Judge Bernard was the guest speaker at the AARP Driver Safety recognition banquet in Lakewood.With over 100 in attendance the judge gave an insight into the contribution Abraham Lincoln  made upon the laws of our nation. His remarks were well accepted and Judge Bernard's remarks received an excellent rating on the workshop evaluation.

Feedback from State Representative Lois Court on November 5, 2009 presentation:

Judge Vogt gave a lively and informative presentation to my Red Rocks Community College American Government class.  I appreciate the efforts of the Bar Association to provide such a knowledgeable speaker to my class.

 Feedback from the Highlands Ranch/Lone Tree Democrats on the November 19th, 2009, presentation:

“Thanks to Judge Christopher Cross for his presentation to the Highlands Ranch/Lone Tree Democrats on November 19, 2009. We found his talk on the Colorado State Court system very interesting and informative. We especially enjoyed learning about the Judicial Nominating and Performance Commissions. Now we know where those Voter Blue Book recommendations come from!”
Dan Hernandez

Feedback from the Rotary Club of Denver, Stapleton, on the January 19th, 2010, presention:

(To speaker Judge Gabriel) "Our Rotary Club greatly appreciates your interesting and educational presentation yesterday. Thank you again for taking time from your busy schedule to educate our club."
Evan Brooks

Feedback from the Kiwanis Club of Evergreen regarding a February 7th,2008, presentation:

"The program that you presented was so well received - everyone said it was one the best programs ever".

Feedback from Arapahoe Community College on the September 11^th 2010 presentation:

(To Speakers Judge Habas and Judge Gabriel)

“I just wanted to take a moment to express my thanks for your presentations last Saturday.  I have had a huge amount of emails from students telling me how helpful your presentations were. It is one thing for us to explain how the law works, but it is more compelling (and interesting) when they hear it from professionals who work in the legal system every day.

I really appreciate you taking the time to speak. Thank you.”

Feedback from the Academy of Lifelong Learning regarding an October 14th, 2010, presentation:

“The Academy is so appreciative that such important and well-spoken people have been willing to come and provide these lectures.  All of our participants have been enthused about what they are learning…

This is a wonderful and well-run program and we are the lucky recipients of your excellent efforts.  Thank you.”

Sally Kneser 

Feedback from the Law Enforcement High School Exploration Program regarding two presentations on January 25, 2011:

(To Speaker Linda Lautigar )

“On behalf of my students and me, I am extending an enthusiastic thank you for the excellent presentation you gave to both of my classes...

The information the students received from you will most definitely serve them well in their studies and has visibly grown their enthusiasm towards choosing a career in criminal justice.” 

Robert Deutsch