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Tayo Okunade is an experienced attorney who handles litigation matters for clients across a number of industries.  He has appeared before state and federal courts, including administrative courts.  In his multidisciplinary practice he has litigated cases involving employment discrimination, probate disputes, franchise disputes, breach of contract, and other business disputes.  Tayo also counsels clients on a variety of contracts, restrictive covenant agreements, employee handbooks, severance and separation agreements, and a number of other business and employment-related matters.  Tayo's practice extends to counseling U.S. companies and non-governmental agencies (NGOs) looking to expand their operations globally on issues related to employment agreements, memorandum of understandings, breach of contract, and other business-related matters.

Stephen Whitmore is the leading partner of the firm’s Civil Litigation Practice and the Denver Metro Office. Having practiced law for more than 30 years, Steve has successfully litigated hundreds of cases in state, federal, and administrative courts.. Steve handles cases involving commercial litigation, contract disputes, landlord and tenant matters, collections, foreclosures, replevin actions, construction defects, mechanic’s liens, and more.. He represents both plaintiffs and defendants, and his clients have included banks, management companies, lenders, construction companies, car dealers, small businesses, and individuals.

Senior Associate Chantal Crawley brings over 10 years of experience to the firm’s Family Law Team. In addition to family law, Chantal has practiced Native American law, immigration law, and criminal defense.. Before joining R&H, Chantal prevailed as a voracious immigration and criminal defense attorney. Chantal litigated removal defense cases in various immigration courts held through the United States Department of Justice. She assisted on appeals to the First and Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals and criminal defense cases in the United States District Court for the District of Massachusetts and the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia.. Chantal eventually transitioned to focusing solely on family law for the nation’s largest domestic relations firm. There, she served on the appellate team, working on appeals in various states as either the primary attorney or advising and assisting the state-licensed attorney in successfully appealing.. Representative Matters:. Defended a service member – Successfully defended a service member against a Military Order of Protection, allowing the service member and their spouse to work through attorneys and state courts. Adjusted alimony – Persuaded the New Hampshire Supreme Court to adjust a trial court’s alimony order to align with alimony statutes. Prevented further child abuse – Obtained a temporary order allowing a parent to move out of state with their child to avoid abusive step-siblings in the other parent's home. Negotiated a new plea agreement – Demonstrated the client lacked understanding of the original plea deal, resulting in a new trial and ultimately a new plea agreement

Partner Kevin Farrell is one of Robinson & Henry's most tenured family law attorneys with nearly three decades of legal practice. With his depth of experience, Kevin is prepared to handle the most complex, high-stakes cases.. Kevin’s background stretches beyond family law, encompassing criminal defense, civil litigation, and personal injury matters. Kevin draws upon the insight gained across these practice areas to benefits his current clients.. Before joining Robinson & Henry, Kevin was a public defender in Los Angeles, operated his own law practice for 18 years, and even taught courses at the Denver Paralegal Institute. Kevin's dedication to client advocacy, team leadership, and professional development makes him a powerful advocate for family law clients.

Nicholas Catalano is a member of Robinson & Henry’s general litigation practice. His specialties include civil litigation, personal injury, and construction defect law.. Nicholas is committed to helping clients obtain favorable outcomes for their complex litigation matters.. Prior to joining R&H, Nicholas represented defendants in civil matters, seeing cases through settlement or trial. After graduating from William & Mary Law School, Nicholas supported the Denver District Court judge’s full docket of civil litigation matters.. Representative Matters:Successfully invoked statute of limitations in response to a motion to amend a complaint, saving the client roughly $300,000 in additional exposure.. Successfully obtained summary judgment in favor of a subcontractor who worked on a single-family residential construction project on the implied warranty of habitability in residential construction legal requisite.. Successfully moved to dismiss claims under the Colorado Consumer Protection Act on behalf of a client whose alleged actions did not substantially affect the public at large.

My approach to law is client-focused and client-driven. I identify first and foremost with the idea of the lawyer as a counselor and expert advisor. My diverse background in a variety of types of law allows me to competently and coherently explain a client's matter to them and I am committed to giving my best efforts to maximize my client's position in any situation. My approach to law and life is holistic in the sense that I believe all practice areas inform one another. I prefer to find collaborative win-win solutions if possible.. My current focus is probate, estate administration, and estate planning. I have guided many families through the confusing (and necessary) process of receiving Court approval for settlements involving minor children. I also devote a good portion of my practice to drafting documents including pre- and post-nuptual agreements and estate planning documents.

Ms. Jordan Brickman is an Associate Attorney with Shapiro Family Law.. I am an associate attorney, focusing on all areas of Colorado domestic relations and family law. Whenever possible, I assist clients to find efficient, amicable settlements on divorce, separation, child custody, and child support issues.. I enjoy the outdoor lifestyle of Colorado and the diverse seasons the Rocky Mountains provide. While my immediate family resides in Oklahoma, I share a home here in Colorado with my Great Pyrenees, Sylvia and cat, Huckleberry.

I am dedicated to working for the best possible results for my clients. After graduating from the University of Denver Sturm College of Law in 2006, I joined the Nineteenth Judicial District Attorney’s Office and began my career as a Deputy District Attorney.. I left the D.A.’s Office for private firms where I have practiced in myriad areas of civil and criminal law representing both corporations and individuals in all phases of litigation including trials and appeals.

Edmund Robinson is an associate on the firm’s Civil Litigation, Real Estate & Business Law Teams. A former business owner himself, Edmund understands entrepreneurs' unique legal challenges.. Edmund handles complex civil litigation matters at the macro and micro levels. He represents a wide range of businesses and is also an experienced advisor to tech start-up founders.. Representative matters

As a divorce lawyer, Laura was selected by 5280 Magazine as a Super Lawyer in Colorado for her practice in the area of divorce and family law. Look for her profile in the April 2006 edition.  She is rated AV with Martindale Hubbell which the highest rating.Laura began her legal career as a lawyer in 1977 in New York. In New York, she acted as a hearing officer for the New York City Office of Rent Control. Later in New York, she practiced Immigration Law and Family law, and then worked as a lawyer for Legal Services in upstate New York and later in Colorado. She began her Colorado career as a lawyer in 1979 with Colorado Rural Legal Services.In 1985 she began her work as a lawyer for the Colorado Attorney General's office and represented the Colorado Health Department and several agencies; this work involved complex litigation for the Department. All of her prior experience helped to hone her litigation skills. In 1987 she began focusing solely on divorce and family law matters. She started this focus working with the Law Office of Stephen J. Harhai and later, Malman & Malman. She has been a speaker on family law issues and has written several articles on issues relating to children, property division and divorce issues.

A native of California but a Coloradoan by choice, I was born and raised in Santa Maria, California. I graduated with a bachelor's degree in political science from California State Polytechnic University, San Luis Obispo. After moving to Colorado, I completed the ABA approved paralegal certificate program at Denver Paralegal Institute.. After a few years as a paralegal, I made a decision to enter law school  at the University of Denver Sturm College of Law. While in law school, I continued to work part-time for a collection firm, completed an internship with the Honorable A. Bruce Campbell, U.S. Bankruptcy Court, completed an internship in estate planning, and completed an internship in landlord/tenant and other areas of law. I received my J.D. from the University of Denver Law School and was admitted to the Colorado Bar in November 2009. After passing the bar, I worked for a large Colorado landlord/tenant firm two years, then spent an additional year with a multi-state firm managing legal collections. Opening my own a firm and working for myself has been a long time desire. I look forward to representing clients with a focus on excellent service, dealing with consumers with respect, and striving to meet highest ethical standards. In 2014, I took the bar exams in Nevada and New Mexico, and I am now licensed in three states.