Darin Colburn’s first encounter with the legal system was during his parents’ divorce, which began when he was six years old and ended when he was twelve.  More than twenty years later, having helped hundreds of clients navigate the murky waters of divorce, child custody, and other family law disputes, Darin tells many of his clients what he wishes someone would have told his parents back in the day: take a deep breath and don’t let the past stop you from building a better future.  

It may have taken decades, but Darin’s parents are now friends, and both wish they had handled matters differently.  In particular, they both have independently shared their regret over spending an exorbitant amount of money on legal fees during their divorce.  In fact, Darin’s dad is fond of saying that if he had just settled early on and put the money that he spent on attorneys (that’s right, he had more than one) in the market, he would have retired decades ago.  To help his clients avoid the pitfalls experienced by his parents, Darin employs a strategic, solution-oriented, and client-centric approach to the practice of law.  He enjoys earning a client’s satisfaction by accomplishing their goals early on through skillful negotiation and settlement, thereby keeping more money in the client’s pocket. 

As an undergraduate at the University of Arizona, Darin learned the ins and outs of cost-benefit analysis, graduating Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Economics from the Eller College of Management.  During law school, Darin honed his skills in legal writing, research, and trial advocacy, earning multiple CALI awards (granted to the student with the highest grade in a given class).  Darin graduated Magna Cum Laude, finishing law school with a final ranking in the top 5% of his class. 

Despite a very strong track record of negotiating and settling cases favorably and cost-effectively for his clients, Darin is ultimately a trial lawyer at heart.  From Darin’s perspective, negotiations and litigation go hand in hand because strong trial advocacy leads to better settlement offers.  After all, if the other side is going to take you seriously at the negotiation table, they have to perceive you as a threat in the courtroom.  Darin is an experienced trial attorney that excels in high-net-worth divorce, complex business valuations, and messy custody disputes. In 2019, Darin was selected as a Top 40 Under 40 Trial Attorney by the American Institute of Trial Lawyers.

Darin was born and raised in Central Phoenix.  When he is not lawyering, he is an avid reader, amateur home cook, and aspiring chess master.  He also enjoys traveling abroad and spending quality time with his wife, Claire.

Timothy Hintze is a well-respected and aggressive trial lawyer representing clients in courts throughout Arizona. He has litigated criminal matters ranging from complex felony cases to misdemeanor offenses. Before founding Colburn Hintze Maletta, PLLC, Tim gained extensive experience by representing hundreds of clients at some of the largest defense firms in the state. Tim’s expertise includes domestic and family law disputes where tensions and stakes are high. His powerful courtroom presence and calm demeanor make him an extremely effective trial attorney.

Before beginning his practice, Tim graduated from law school with the highest distinction of summa cum laude. He was an executive board member for his school’s law review journal and competed in national legal writing and oral argument competitions. During law school, he received multiple CALI awards, which are awarded for the highest grade in a class, for subjects including criminal law, evidence, criminal procedure, civil procedure, contracts, and property law. Tim graduated in the top 3% of his law school class.

Timothy Hintze quickly built a name for himself in the legal community. His first case set for trial, a felony sexual assault case, resulted in a complete dismissal on the eve of trial. His first case that went to jury trial resulted in a not guilty verdict for a client that was facing a mandatory prison sentence if convicted. Since then, Tim has fought to obtain numerous complete acquittals, not-guilty verdicts, and outright dismissals for his clients. 

Timothy Hintze was nominated by his peers, vetted, and awarded the honor of being selected for the inaugural edition of Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in 2021 for his work in the areas of Criminal Defense, White Collar Criminal Defense, and DUI Defense. He was also named a Super Lawyers Rising Star and selected by the National Trial Lawyers Association as a Top 40 Under 40 Attorney. 

Timothy Hintze is an aggressive advocate for his clients, fighting to protect their rights and obtain the best possible outcome for every case. He prides himself on exhausting all avenues and overturning every stone to ensure that his clients receive the highest level of representation. His comprehensive, methodical approach to each case he takes on has resulted in countless wins for his clients.

When he’s not in the courtroom, Tim prefers being outdoors. He enjoys working on cars and his friends are known to show up in his driveway for help with oil changes and other car maintenance. He is one of eleven children and gets the most enjoyment out of spending time with his wife, son, and large family.

Bar Admissions

• Arizona, 2015

Education

• Arizona Summit Law School, Phoenix, Arizona
  
  • Juris Doctor – 2014
  • Honors: summa cum laude
  • Associations: Law Review Executive Board Member, Moot Court Team Member
  • Awards: CALI Excellence for the Future Award (highest grade in class)
    
    • Criminal Law
    • Criminal Procedure
    • Evidence
    • Torts I
    • Civil Procedure I
    • Civil Procedure II
    • Contracts I
• Arizona State University, Tempe, Arizona
  
  • Bachelor of Arts – 2011
  • Honors: summa cum laude
  • Major: History

Honors and Awards

• Super Lawyers: Rising Star 2021 – 2023
• Justia 10.0 Rating
• Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch 2021 – 2023
• Top 40 Lawyers Under 40 in Criminal Defense, National Trial Lawyers Association, 2019 – 2023
• Client’s Choice Award, AVVO, 2019 – 2023

Professional Associations and Memberships

• Arizona State Bar, 2015 to Present
• DUI Defense Lawyer Association (DUIDLA)
• National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (NACDL)
• National College for Criminal Defense (NCDD)
• National Organization for the Reformation of Marijuana Laws (NORML)
• Arizona Attorneys for Criminal Justice (AACJ)

David Maletta is a widely respected criminal defense attorney with over 23 years of experience. David graduated from Northern Arizona University, Magna Cum Laude, in 1993 with a degree in Psychology. Shortly thereafter, he earned his Juris Doctor degree from Seton Hall University School of Law in 1998. Following law school, he became a prosecutor with the Arizona Attorney General’s Office.

While working as a prosecutor, he felt that the punishments were too severe and that some of the defendants were not being defended aggressively enough. That is when he decided to become a criminal defense attorney. David has been a criminal defense lawyer for over 20 years.

As a former prosecutor and recognized trial attorney, David has worked on over 1,000 cases and done approximately 100 trials successfully. He has extensive experience in criminal and DUI matters. He has handled matters ranging from homicide, sexually-based offenses, domestic violence, and white-collar crimes to DUIs and various misdemeanor crimes. David is an exceptional and well-respected trial attorney.

Among his many case victories, he once represented a Felony Aggravated DUI defendant with a .461 BAC—almost 6 times the legal limit—and obtained a not guilty verdict on all charges at jury trial.

David has overturned Arizona laws through his appellate victories, including obtaining published decisions from the Arizona Court of Appeals, which created new case law. He has also taught other Arizona lawyers trial strategies and tactics through Continuing Legal Education (CLE) seminars.

David loves his dog Sydney and does MMA to stay in shape. His energetic presence is contagious and carries into his courtroom performance.

Bar Admissions

• Arizona, 1999
• New Jersey, 1998
• U.S. District Court District of Arizona, 2001
• U.S. District Court District of New Jersey, 1998

Education

• Seton Hall University School of Law, Newark, New Jersey
  • Juris Doctor – 1998
• Northern Arizona University Flagstaff, Arizona
  • Bachelor of Science – 1993
  • Honors: magna cum laude
  • Major: Psychology

Honors and Awards

• Client’s Choice Award, AVVO, 2019, 2020, 2021
• 10.0 Top Lawyer Rating, Justia Lawyer Rating and Reviews System, 2019
• Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review Rated
• 10.0 Top Lawyer Rating, AVVO, 2021

Professional Associations and Memberships

• State Bar of Arizona, Member, 1999 to Present
• National College for Criminal Defense (NCDD), Member
• National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (NACDL), Present
• U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey, 1998 to Present
• New Jersey Bar Association, 1998 to Present
• U.S. District Court, District of Arizona, 2001 to Present
• Arizona Attorneys for Criminal Justice (AACJ), Present