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Donna Stewart
Biography
Professional career
- Associate at Folkestad Fazekas Barrick & Patoile, P.C. (2007–2009) and Slade & Associates (2006–2007) Her experience covers criminal law, domestic relations, and juvenile law, providing a broad foundation for her judicial responsibilities
- 2001–2006: Deputy District Attorney in the 18th Judicial District
Education
- B.A. from the University of Michigan in 1997 and her J.D. from the University of Denver Sturm College of Law in 2001.
Additional information
- Donna M. Stewart was appointed by Governor Polis to the 23rd Judicial District Court, effective October 1, 2025, succeeding the Honorable Robert Lung.
- focusing on domestic relations matters, and previously held a magistrate position in the 18th Judicial District from 2020 to 2025.
- 2018–2019: City Prosecutor for Central City and Relief Prosecutor for Englewood.
- 2010–2019: Public Defender for Long Tree, Castle Rock, and Cherry Hills.
- Solo Practitioner at the Law Office of Donna M. Stewart, LLC (2009–2019)
- Prior to this appointment, she held the role of a Magistrate in the 23rd Judicial District
- She has been actively involved in legal education and community outreach, including serving as Regional Coordinator for the Douglas Elbert Mock Trial Competition and previously as President of the Douglas Elbert Bar Association.
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