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Anzalone Law Offices opened its doors in April 1991 in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania as a personal injury law practice. Attorney William Anzalone formed Anzalone Law Offices after practicing 14 years with a major civil litigation firm in Northeastern Pennsylvania. In 2013, Anzalone Law Offices expanded its practice nationwide with the opening of the Denver office by William Anzalone’s daughter, Attorney Alana Anzalone.. Attorney Alana Anzalone received her undergraduate degree at Lafayette College in Easton, Pennsylvania and her law degree at the University of Pennsylvania, Dickinson School of Law in Carlisle, Pennsylvania. She began practicing with her father and her brother, Attorney Jamie Anzalone, in October of 2007 concentrating solely on personal injury clients, including but not limited to victims of an automobile accident, motorcycle accident, tractor trailer accident, slip and fall, medical malpractice, defective products, and driving under the influence accidents. Attorney Alana Anzalone moved to Colorado after 6 years of practicing in the Pennsylvania location and opened a branch office of Anzalone Law Offices in Denver, Colorado. The Denver office will continue to dedicate its efforts to representing personal injury clients and those who were injured as a result of another’s negligent conduct.. Throughout her practice, Attorney Alana Anzalone has obtained many favorable settlements for victims of medical malpractice, motor vehicle accidents, motorcycle accidents, tractor trailer accidents, accidents involving DUI’s, and slip and falls. Alana Anzalone is an active member in the Colorado Bar Association, Denver Bar Association, Colorado Trial Lawyers Association, Colorado Women’s Bar Association, Pennsylvania Bar Association, Pennsylvania Association for Justice and the American Association for Justice.. Alana Anzalone is a 2011 Inductee to the Wyoming Seminary Preparatory School Sports Hall of Fame and was named one of the Top 40 Professionals Under 40 Years Old by The Wilkes-Barre Times Leader.

Anthony Giacomini is a partner at Reilly Pozner LLP.. He works primarily in the firm's class action practice group, focusing on multi-state class actions and products liability mass actions. Given his extensive experience with class actions, Mr. Giacomini has lectured on the Class Action Fairness Act of 2005, which expanded federal jurisdiction over many large class action lawsuits and mass actions.. Aside from his class action practice, Mr. Giacomini represents plaintiffs in intellectual property litigation, trade secrets litigation, personal injury litigation and appellate law. Mr. Giacomini served as the managing attorney for more than 20 cases across the country protecting a national life insurance company’s trade secrets and non-competition agreements, achieving a significant amount of settlements and verdicts through temporary restraining orders and preliminary injunctions.. Currently, Mr. Giacomini spends much of his time managing the intake of mass tort products liability matters and administration of settlements in those cases.

Anthony Barbe focuses his practice on legal malpractice defense and insurance coverage disputes. He also routinely handles complex commercial litigation at both the trial and appellate levels.

Anna Lisa Armas was born and raised in Albuquerque New Mexico. Both of her parents were civil rights activists, which helped form her views and passions. Anna obtained a Bachelor's Degree in Political Science in 1995. After graduation, Anna worked for KDEF, a talk radio station as a General Manager and as the Director of the De Colores Hispanic Culture Festival.. In January 1998, Anna entered law school at Thomas Jefferson School of Law in San Diego, California. While there, she was awarded the Trustee Scholarship for academic achievement. She also received the American Juris Prudence Award in Torts. Anna was elected President of the La Raza Law Student Association. She earned her Juris Doctorate in 2001. While a law student, Anna was an intern for the San Diego Public Defender for 2 years.. After graduating from law school, Anna was hired as a Post Bar Clerk with the San Diego Public Defender's office. She sat for and passed the February 2001 California Bar Examination. In June 2001 Anna moved to Denver, Colorado with her family. She began working for the Colorado State Public Defender's office as a Deputy Public Defender in October 2001.. From July 2005 until March 2008, Anna worked for Cooper, Tanis, Fuller, and Cohen, P.C. as an associate attorney. In March 2008, Anna worked as a solo practitioner primarily in the area of criminal law. In October 2014, Anna returned to Cooper & Tanis P.C. Her areas of practice include Criminal Law, Restraining Orders, and Family law matters.. Anna's trial experience includes many types of Felony, Misdemeanor and Municipal cases including: Homicide, Sexual Assaults, Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol or Drugs, Domestic Violence and Drug cases. Anna has also volunteered her time and represented individuals on a pro-bono basis including the Columbus Day protester and Occupy Denver demonstrator defendants .. Anna has been licensed since 2001 to practice in both Colorado and California.

Anna Holland Edwards is a partner at Holland, Holland Edwards & Grossman, P.C. Anna was recognized by Best Lawyers for 2018, named a Colorado Super Lawyer in 2015 and 2016, by 5280 to their 'Top Lawyers' in Civil Rights Litigation and selected as one of National Trial Lawyers Top "40 under 40" lawyers.

Anna Geigle is an owner at The Geigle Law Firm, LLC.  Prior to forming the firm, Ms. Geigle was a Deputy State Public Defender in the Denver Trial Office.  During her tenure as a Public Defender, Ms. Geigle was appointed on more than three thousand cases.  Ms. Geigle’s appointments ranged from misdemeanor traffic to juvenile to sexual assault and homicide cases.  The vast majority of her experience is in representing clients charged with felony offenses.  In 2012, prior to her departure from the Public Defender’s Office, Ms. Geigle’s hard work and dedication to the defense of her clients was recognized by her peers when she received the “Attorney of the Year” award from the Denver Trial Office.. Ms. Geigle received her Juris Doctor from the University of Denver Sturm College of Law.  She earned admission to the Order of St. Ives, an honor awarded to graduates ranking in the very top of the graduating class, and ultimately placed in the top 5%.. At The Geigle Law Firm, LLC, Ms. Geigle dedicates her entire practice to defending those accused of committing crimes in both state and federal court.  Ms. Geigle is a skilled advocate and will work tirelessly to accomplish an excellent result.

Andrew Unthank's legal practice focuses on a balance of class action defense, complex commercial and insurance coverage disputes, personal injury actions, and product liability claims. Andrew has positioned himself within the firm as the go-to attorney for issues regarding state and federal consumer protection statutes. He has successfully defended claims under the Colorado Consumer Protection Act at both the trial and appellate levels, and is routinely asked by lawyers both within and outside the firm to consult on consumer protection issues in a variety of contexts.. In addition to his experience litigating consumer protection claims, Andrew has successfully defended a variety of class actions, complex commercial matters, and personal injury suits.

Andrew Swan is a founding shareholder of Leventhal Lewis, an AV Preeminent®-rated civil litigation firm (Martindale-Hubbell’s highest possible rating for professional ability and ethical standards). Andrew litigates high-stakes cases throughout the United States. He has represented internationally prominent individuals and a number of high-profile companies. Andrew practices employment law, general civil and commercial litigation, class and collective actions, and crisis management.. Repeatedly voted by his peers as a “Top Attorney” in multiple practice areas, Andrew has been awarded Avvo’s top rating of Superb. Now selected as a “Super Lawyer,” Andrew was a Super Lawyers® “Rising Star” litigator for four years. An experienced litigator described Andrew as “one of the best attorneys in the country,” and a federal judge praised his “excellent legal and litigation abilities.” Because of those abilities, Andrew has represented lawyers, judges, and political figures in a variety of matters.. Andrew Swan Andrew zealously pursues successful resolution of his clients’ legal issues in adversarial proceedings. He has served as lead counsel in numerous multi-million dollar actions and has won trials in state, federal, and administrative courts. In his successful appellate practice, Andrew has set precedent in a variety of fields, including, among others, subject matter jurisdiction and whistleblower protection. Another attorney said that “Andrew is an extraordinarily effective advocate because he knows how to distill complex legal issues to their core.”. Noted by his clients and other attorneys for his creativity, attention to detail, and absolute dedication, Andrew brings this same focus to mediations and settlement conferences and has reached remarkable outcomes for his clients without having to go through trial (including several seven-figure settlements).. Andrew assists in developing proactive approaches to minimize risk and liability, ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations, and respond to the fallout, both legal and public relational, of operational complications. He works directly with diverse stakeholders not just to understand, but to hone and clarify, his clients’ objectives.. Andrew studied law at the University of Denver, George Washington University, and Georgetown University. He was a teaching and research assistant in constitutional law and legal research and writing courses. After law school and post-graduate legal study, Andrew served a judicial clerkship in Washington.. He has written in a wide range of fields, including environmental law, oral advocacy, and bioethics. Andrew consults nationally on litigation strategy and has taught public speaking at the United States Air Force Academy, the University of Colorado at Boulder, the University of California Los Angeles, and Stanford University. Outside of the office and the courtroom, Andrew enjoys travel, opera, and spending time with his family.

Andrew practices in the area of juvenile law, specifically dependency and neglect, where he defends the rights of parents with state involvement with their children. He earned his B.A. in Political Science with a minor in Law Studies, magna cum laude, from the University of Colorado Denver. He focused on public service and civil liberties during his undergraduate study. He earned his law degree from the University Of Denver Sturm College Of Law.. Andrew has focused on gaining well-rounded experience in dependency and neglect cases. He has spent time on all side of dependency and neglect cases including working for the Denver Juvenile Court, the Adams County Attorney, and a Guardian ad litem. Because of his experience, Andrew is able to view dependency and neglect from multiple angles to best serve his clients.. Andrew has represented many dozens of clients who have dependency and neglect cases involving their children. If you or a loved one have received a call or visit from the police or the Department of Human Services, call or email Andrew immediately.

Andrew Neiman specializes in real estate and construction litigation and represents small and large companies on a range of matters, including contract-based issues, complex litigation, professional malpractice, construction defects, and business-related torts. In guiding his clients through the litigation process, Mr. Neiman is a diligent problem solver who devises innovative and holistic solutions, considering his clients’ unique desires, challenges, and budget.. Mr. Neiman also has experience serving as outside general counsel for closely held businesses, providing general business advice, and advice on employment matters. He helps companies advance their business interests and avoid future problems by drafting contracts and internal policies.. Presentations & Publications. • Drafting Contracts to Mitigate Litigation Risk: Useful Tips from a Litigator, January 29, 2025. • Protect Your Trademark & Avoid Litigation, May 12th, 2023. • Monkeypox Offers Employers an Opportunity to Reevaluate LGBTQ Discrimination Protection Policies, October 3rd, 2022. • When Workers Take Part in Violent Protests: What Are an Employer’s Options? January 21st, 2021. • Cybersecurity in a Pandemic: What Companies Must Do to Secure Sensitive Data and Information as Workers Transition to Working From Home, March 30th, 2020. • Regulating CBD As A Dietary Supplement: What Does This Mean? February 21st, 2020. • A Policy of Trust: Software Developer Pre-Certification as a Viable Solution to Protect Patients and Promote Innovation for ‘mHealth’ Applications, March 1st, 2019. • Awakening Global Governments: An International Survey of Internet of Things Regulation, September 10th, 2018. • Personal Data Stored on Smartphones Implicated in Case about Searches by Customs and Border Enforcement, September 25th, 2017. Deals & Cases. • Negotiated a $500,000 settlement for a healthcare technology company in a commercial dispute in California District Court involving a complex earn-out agreement.. • Recovered $500,000 on summary judgment in Colorado State Court on behalf of a seller in a contractual dispute with the buyer in a $10 million commercial real estate transaction.. • Obtained an order setting aside a $150,000 judgment in a contractual dispute in Colorado State Court because it was inconsistent with the court’s prior rulings.. • Negotiated a settlement of $35,000 paid in equal installments over 2 years on behalf of an employer in a $150,000 wage action filed by a former employee in Colorado State Court.. • Negotiated a $23 million settlement on behalf of a minority owner of a closely held corporation in an action in Colorado State Court with his former partners related to a business divorce.. • Won a $300,000 judgment in a bench trial on behalf of an independent contractor in an equity dispute with a former billion-dollar agriculture firm in Colorado State Court.

Andrea M. LaFrance is an associate attorney who represents a broad range of clients in patent and trademark litigation in federal court, as well clients involved in business litigation and professional liability matters. Ms. LaFrance also counsels clients through all stages of trademark prosecution and works with clients to develop and manage their intellectual property portfolios.

An exceptional attorney, Jennifer focuses on her clients needs first, developing personalized solutions that help them navigate  difficult situations such as divorce and child custody, by providing expert guidance and compassionate advice to individuals during an extremely emotional and life-changing time.  Her goal is to provide a clear, efficient and reasoned approach to help clients move through the divorce process in an emotionally and financially supportive way.. First and foremost Jennifer is an advocate for her clients.  She works to identify what is most important to the individual working in their best interest and/or the best interest of the children involved.. Jennifer’s clients have openly recommended her referencing her warmth,  responsiveness and  'out of the box' thinking as being critical elements to the positive resolution of their situation.. Jennifer practices in all areas of domestic relations including:. ·         Dissolution of marriage and Legal Separation. ·         Same-sex divorce. ·         Collaborative law. ·         High asset cases and modifications of orders and agreements. Jennifer has an AV Preeminent Rating from Martindale-Hubbell, and has been listed as a “Colorado Super Lawyer®” by Super Lawyers Magazine®.. She is a member of the Family Law Section of the Colorado and Denver Bar Associations, the Colorado Women’s Bar Association, the Colorado Collaborative Divorce Professionals, the International Academy of Collaborative Professionals, and the Metropolitan Denver Interdisciplinary Committee.. She is also a member of the multi-cultural, multi-generational network of women, Ellevate; and the National Academy of Family Law Attorneys.  Additionally, she is a resource for .

An avid chess player, Myles focuses his practice on family law matters — including divorce, separation, child custody, and child support — and mediation. Myles is a graduate of the Monfort College of Business at the University of Northern Colorado, where he received the Academic Excellence Award. He received his law degree from the University of Colorado at Boulder School of Law, where he was a student attorney with the Family Law Clinical Program. Myles also served as a law clerk at a Boulder litigation firm and a legal intern at Centennial telecommunications company, Verio, Inc. Prior to joining Johnson Law Group, Myles worked for a mid-sized law firm in Greeley practicing probate, real estate, and business litigation, and also for a law firm in Denver practicing high-end family law and general civil litigation.

Amy Wegner Kho’s practice focuses on estate planning, probate and elder law, trust administration, fiduciary representation, business succession planning, and agricultural law, as well as in the areas of real estate and natural resource law.. She discovered her passion for estate planning at an early age, having grown up on her family’s working cattle ranch in eastern Oregon, where she saw many family farms and ranches destroyed due to lack of estate planning, business succession planning, or tax planning. After witnessing the heartbreak of historic farms and ranches sold due to intestacy battles or estate taxes, her goal is to help families create estate plans and small businesses create succession plans to respectfully ease the transfer of assets after disability or death.. Ms. Kho received her law degree from the University of Denver Sturm College of Law and holds a bachelor’s degree in English / Writing Emphasis and a master’s degree in English from Boise State University. She is licensed to practice law in both Colorado and Idaho.. Ms. Kho loves sharing her passion for estate planning and is a frequent speaker at community and professional organizations. She has also taught several continuing legal education seminars to other attorneys, including classes such as Estate Planning for Farm and Ranch Owners: Key Issues for Planners and Administrators.. Ms. Kho is an active member of the Colorado Bar Association, where she served as the chair of the Agricultural & Rural Law Section and has served on the section’s Executive Council. In addition, she has served on the Elder Law Section Executive Council and is a current member of the Trust & Estate section and Elder Law section. In addition to service at the Colorado Bar Association, Ms. Kho is co-chair of the programming committee and active member of the Women’s Estate Planning Counsel, and a member of the Rocky Mountain Estate Planning Council.. Understanding the significance of community service, Ms. Kho is a current director on the board for the Denver Church of Christ; and is a past board member on the Town of Erie Historic Preservation Advisory Board. Ms. Kho lives in Erie, Colorado with her husband, Rama and their four children whom she enjoys spending her free time with. She also loves riding horses, quilting and working on her family’s cattle ranch.. Amy Wegner Kho is primarily located in the firm’s downtown Denver office, yet represents clients across all of Colorado, including eastern Colorado and the western slope. Ms. Kho frequently meets clients in the firm’s northern Colorado offices in Fort Collins and Greeley, Colorado.

Amy Arlander's practice focuses on representation of landowners and condemning authorities in eminent domain litigation; and representation of corporations, businesses and individuals in a variety of real-estate related matters inlcuding zoning, C.R.C.P. 106 challenges to land use decisions, and contractual disputes.  Her clients range from Fortune 500 companies to special districts, to individuals.  Ms. Arlander's practice encompasses all aspects of litigation; drafting complaints, drafting and answering written discovery; mediation; motiion practice; negotiation of settlement; trial and appellate work.  She also regularly advises clients and negotiates pre-litigation resolutions of disputes.

Allison Derschang joined BAM as an Associate Attorney in September, 2021. Prior to joining the firm, Allison was an associate at a business law firm in Centennial, Colorado where she practiced primarily as an employment law litigator, representing employees that had been discriminated at work and gaining trial experience in both state and federal courts. Allison is dedicated to and experienced at helping clients navigate difficult times in their lives.

Allie counsels individuals and families, helping them understand and navigate the law, develop comprehensive plans to care for their loved ones and transfer assets, and clarify and manage their responsibilities during the probate process. Allie worked for our office as a legal intern during law school and then gained further experience as an intern at the University of Denver Office of General Counsel before she joined our firm as an associate attorney. Allie has worked with a diversity of individuals—counseling clients ranging from underserved populations to large corporations—and offers a fresh perspective and strategic, sound, and approachable sensibility.. While necessary, planning for the future can sometimes be uncomfortable and confusing. Many people have misconceptions about the law or feel intimidated by it. They’re also, very understandably, reluctant to think about what their wishes would be in the event of a life-altering accident or death.. I’m honored to help support and advocate for so many individuals and families, whether we’re working through important discussions or I’m helping them manage unfortunate circumstances. It’s satisfying to help bring light and clarity to these situations and illustrate how that same dense and formal legal language can be used as a tool to ensure that my clients are heard and safeguarded.. I’m a Colorado native and love the ease and beauty of living in Arvada with my husband, Brooks, and our rescue dog and cats, Annie Oakley, Wyatt Earp, and Doc Holliday. We’re often exploring the trails near our home or hiking off-leash trails in the Rocky Mountain foothills.. Supporting underserved populations is important to me—whether it’s volunteering at local animal shelters or working across language barriers to advocate for working class and immigrant communities. I am active with the Tribal Wills Project at the Sturm College of Law, which provides pro bono estate planning counsel to Navajo, Ute and Crow Nation families and individuals. Just as with our law office clients, Tribal Wills works to clarify ever-fluctuating state and federal laws and help these folks develop comprehensive and empowered estate plans.

All complex commercial litigation areas, especially securities and construction defect, real estate and intellectual property.. Mr. Hilbert is a member of the Bar in Colorado, Wisconsin and Arizona. Mr. Hilbert has also tried cases across the country in many other jurisdictions including twenty states, and is admitted in many US District Courts, The Supreme Court of the United States, The United States Tax Court, and The United States Court of Appeals for the Second, Fifth, Ninth and Tenth Circuits. Mr. Hilbert has arbitrated for FINRA, CBOE (Chicago Board Options Exchange), NAM (National Arbitration and Mediation) and the National Futures Association. He has been practicing for over 30 years and has significant first-chair trial and appellate experience.. He has achieved the highest ranking possible by a number of attorney rating entities including Martindale-Hubbell Law Directory, and has been repeatedly listed as a Super Lawyer.. Mr. Hilbert was previously a partner at Robinson Waters & O'Dorisio, Reinhart Boerner Van Duren, and LeBoeuf Lamb Greene & MacRae (predecessor to Dewey LeBoeuf). He is the former Chair of the Colorado Judicial Institute. He has also served as President or Board Member for a variety of organizations including the Catholic Lawyers Guild, the Notre Dame Club, VP of Colorado Notre Dame Lawyers Committee, VP of Gyro Club of Denver and several other private clubs.. He has a JD from the University of Colorado (Boulder) and a BA from the University of Notre Dame.. He has been a guest lecturer at The University of Denver, The University of Colorado and The University of Notre Dame Law Schools. He has also spoken to both the legal and real estate communities on various issues arising from amendments to Colorado's real estate Laws. Some of his publications include "Broker Prevails," Colorado Journal, Volume 24, Number 34; "Battle State," Colorado Journal, Volume 24, Number 16; "Corporate Governance and Internal Controls: What Sarbanes-Oxley Means for Business;" "Limited Liability Company Update in Colorado; Protecting Companies from Fraud and Corporate Criminal Liability" and "What Everyone Should Know About Procuring Cause."

Alison Zinn is a trial attorney focused on trust and estate litigation and elder law. She is committed to helping families work through and resolve intricate situations that involve inherited property when a loved one dies as well as situations where a loved one is disabled or incapacitated. More specifically, she handles disputes concerning wills, trusts, probate fiduciaries, beneficiaries, guardianships, and conservatorships. Alison also accepts appointments to serve as guardian ad litem.. Alison is well-versed in all areas of trial strategy.  Despite her experience with large and complex matters, Alison also enjoys working closely with families on a much smaller scale.. Before turning her focus to trust and estate litigation, Alison represented a variety of commercial clients in areas that include banking, mortgage-backed securities, insurance, and construction defect litigation.

Alexis's approach to family law matters, such as divorce and child custody, is settlement oriented and focuses on putting the family first. Alexis is trained in both collaborative law, as well as traditional litigation, and uses her blended experience to minimize conflict and produce client-centered resolutions. In the event settlement is not possible, Alexis is prepared to advocate for her client's rights in the courtroom.. Alexis has a passion for family law and takes pride in helping her clients navigate complex family law matters with personalized representation, compassion, and unwavering dedication. She understands the challenges her clients face when presented with family law issues and strives to instill confidence in her clients with honesty, transparency, and a thorough walkthrough of every step of the process.. In addition to her legal practice, Alexis is actively involved in the legal community as an adjunct professor of family law and a member of Bridge to Justice, which is a non-profit organization that provides legal representation for victims of domestic violence.

Alexandra M. Archilla Rodriguez, Esq. represents clients in criminal defense and immigration matters. She comes to the Meyer Law Office from the Colorado State Public Defender system, where she represented indigent clients in county court criminal cases in Adams and Broomfield counties. Her experiences as a public defender have made her a fierce trial attorney and skilled representative with judges, prosecutors, and others affiliated with the justice system.. Born and raised in Puerto Rico, Alexandra graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree from the University of Puerto Rico in 2014. She then attended Washington University in St. Louis School of Law, where she received her law degree in 2017. Her passion for criminal defense work led her to intern with the Legal Aid Society, Federal Public Defender of Puerto Rico, the St. Louis Public Defender, and the MacArthur Justice Center in St. Louis.

Alexandra (Ali) Weiman is an associate attorney at Goodspeed & Merrill. She received her Bachelor of Arts from the University of Colorado at Boulder and her Juris Doctor from the University of Denver Sturm College of Law.. Throughout law school, Ali focused for work on family law, juvenile law, and alternative dispute resolution. As a part of the University of Denver's Student Law Office Mediation and Arbitration Clinic, Ali mediated many cases in Denver District Court. Through the mediation clinic she found her passion for helping her clients reach amicable resolutions outside the courtroom. With a focus on settlement, Ali provides her clients with a realistic understanding on the court process and the benefits of alternative dispute resolution.. After her first year of law school, Ali had the honor of working for Judge William Robbins in Denver District Court on a domestic relations docket. Under Judge Robbins, Ali researched and drafted orders on various issues, including: dissolution of marriage, allocation of parental responsibilities, child support, protection orders, and contempt citations. She also reviewed motions, researched relevant case law, and prepared summaries of legal arguments for Judge Robbins. During law school Ali also externed for the Colorado Juvenile Defender Coalition. At the CJDC, Ali researched the implications and effects of legislative hearings and conferences on two Senate Bills regarding Colorado's Youthful Offender System. Ali also worked to help secure effective assistance of counsel for juveniles currently incarcerated in Colorado.. Ali served as the Vice-President of the Student Trial Lawyers Association, the largest student run organization at the law school. Ali helped plan the yearly trial competitions, secure funding for the organization, and also served as a student judge during all competitions. She also received second place in the American Bar Association Negotiation Competition at DU and went on to compete at the regional competition in San Francisco.. She was the recipient of the Scholastic Excellence Award, awarded to the student with the highest grade in the class in several law school courses.

Alexandra (Ali) Smits is an experienced attorney committed to helping families navigate the emotional and financial complexities of their family law cases.  With an understanding of the toll legal disputes have on families and children, Ali works with her clients to minimize conflict and move forward with their lives.  Ali is trained in collaborative law and values the opportunity to seek resolution outside of the courtroom, whether through negotiation, mediation or collaborative law.  Ali also has extensive trial experience and is equally comfortable advocating for her clients in the courtroom when collaboration or settlement is not an option.. Prior to committing her legal practice exclusively to family law, Ali practiced in the areas of employment law and criminal defense.  She has trial experience in both Colorado state courts and the U.S. District Court for the District of Colorado.  Ali has presented to employees and mental health professionals in the area of employment law and disabilities to both the Rocky Mountain Cancer Center and the Colorado chapter of the National MS Society.  Ali’s background in employment and criminal law has provided professional insight and trial experience that have enhanced her current family law practice.. Current Employment Position:. Associate Attorney. Areas of Practice:. Family Law. Alimony and Spousal Support. Child Support. Custody & Visitation. Divorce. Juvenile Law. Mediation. Collaborative Law. Alternative Dispute Resolution. Adoption

Alexandra (Alex) Goldstein is an associate attorney at Ciancio Ciancio Brown, P.C. and is a member of the distinguished Family Law Team. Alex came to the firm after working with another exceptional family law firm in Colorado. Alex focuses her practice on family law cases, including complex child custody cases involving allegations of domestic violence and child abuse, full-scope divorce and legal separation cases, and other matters related to domestic relations. Alex specializes in cases involving the Hague Convention on the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction and has litigated such cases in state and federal court. Alex is also a Child and Family Investigator (CFI) and provides guidance to Courts in issuing orders concerning allocation of parental responsibility.. During undergrad, Alex knew that she wanted to go to law school, but it wasn’t until she took a course in Family Law that she discovered her true calling of working with families and individuals going through the family court system. During law school, Alex focused on honing her litigation and trial skills, earning a spot on the Top-10 ranked National Trial Team and served on the board of the Student Trial Lawyer Association. Through these experiences, Alex developed strong litigation and court room skills. She placed 1st in a national trial competition and competed in both in-person and virtual trial competitions. In her first 3 years of practice, Alex used the litigation skills developed in law school in courtrooms in multiple districts through Colorado and in Federal Court. Alex now brings those same skills to her practice with Ciancio Ciancio Brown, P.C. While Alex strives to find new and creative ways to reach a settlement that best serves an individual family, she is able to zealously advocate for her clients in the courtroom when necessary. Alex is prepared to prioritize the process that best serves each client’s needs.. While in law school, Alex also interned in the Appellate and County Court divisions of the Arapahoe County District Attorney’s Office where she advocated for the people of the state of Colorado and worked with individuals charged with misdemeanor crimes to reach fair resolutions in their cases. Alex also served as an intern for the Denver County Juvenile Court where she was able to observe the innerworkings of dependency and neglect cases, adoptions, and juvenile criminal proceedings. Through these experiences, Alex developed her legal research and writing skills and grew her skills as an advocate in the courtroom.. Originally from Texas, Alex came to Colorado for law school and fell in love with the beauty of the state. While she has adopted many of the sports teams in Colorado, Alex still enjoys cheering on the San Antonio Spurs. In her free time, Alex enjoys film photography, cooking, and spending time with her husband and their two fur babies, Vinnie and Dyna.. Clients who have worked with Alex, speak to their trust in her strength as an advocate and as a family law attorney along with her compassion and grace. She aggressively and passionately represents her clients against situations that would threaten their well-being as individuals and as a family. Regardless of the situation, rest assured that Alex can handle your case with a high-level of skill and deep care for yours and your family’s needs.

Alaurice Tafoya-Modi founded and managed a law firm since it's inception in 2002.  She has successfully represented personal injury plaintiffs against such corporations as Walmart, Conoco Phillips, Starbucks and AEG Live Entertainment.  She has tried to a jury felony matters including First Degree Murder and a multitude of misdemeanors throughout Colorado and is also licensed to practice in United States District Court.. She obtained her law degree from the University of Colorado Law School in 1993 and immediately began her career as a Deputy Trial lawyer in the Denver Office of the Colorado State Public Defender’s office. After six and a half years of handling numerous types of criminal cases including serious felony cases and numerous murder trials, Mrs. Tafoya-Modi left the Colorado State Public Defender’s office to work for the firm of Buchanan, Jurdem and Zulauf, P.C. where she continued representing those criminally charged as well as personal injury clients. Ms. Tafoya-Modi began her own firm in 2002, specializing in criminal defense and personal injury litigation. Mrs. Tafoya-Modi also was appointed to serve on the Colorado Commission on Criminal and Juvenile Justice by Governor Bill Ritter in 2009 and re-appointed by Governor John Hickenlooper in 2012 for 3 year terms. The Commission is comprised of key stakeholders in the criminal justice system which was created to evaluate and make recommendations on reforms and improvements to the Colorado Criminal Justice system. In her position on the Commission, Mrs. Tafoya-Modi represented the interests and perspectives of the criminal defense community. also is a past President of the Colorado Criminal Defense Bar, an organization of over 800 members that strives to ensure lawyers practicing criminal law in Colorado have the best resources and training to represent their clients zealously.  The board also constantly pursues criminal justice reform.