Top best Family Lawyers in Denver near me

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. Moser has been in private practice since 2011.  Her area of specialization is family law.  Prior to entering private practice, she was the Domestic Law Clerk in Arapahoe County District Court.  As a law clerk, she drafted orders and advised the judges and magistrates on a wide array of family law issues, including the intricate jurisdictional issues that arise in interstate child custody cases.  Having worked for several domestic judges in the 18th Judicial District, Ms. Moser has a unique understanding of how judges analyze the many issues that arise in contested family law cases.. Ms. Moser was raised in Farmington, Iowa.  She attended Drake University, where she majored in Business Management and earned her Bachelor of Science in Business Administration.  After working several years as a property and casualty insurance underwriter, Ms. Moser received her Juris Doctorate from the University of Denver Sturm College of Law.  While in law school, Ms. Moser received top scores in her legal writing courses, was a finalist for the Reese Persuasive Writing Award, and worked as a staff editor for the Transportation Law Journal.. While working in the 18th Judicial District, Ms. Moser developed a passion for family law.  Having conducted initial status conferences with many pro se parties, she understands how overwhelming the legal process can be for those going through a divorce or seeking parental rights.  Ms. Moser is an organized and assertive attorney, who is dedicated to ensuring that her clients receive fair treatment and obtain the best possible outcome in their cases.

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.

Mr. Nguyen brings extensive litigation experience from his background working in large law firms, the Colorado Supreme Court, the US District Court, the Colorado Attorney General's Office, and the US Attorney's Office.. His passion for helping his clients achieve their goals during some of their most difficult times is what drives him to work diligently. Mr. Nguyen has a strong sense of empathy, attention to detail, and knowledge of the legal systems.. Prior to law school, Mr. Nguyen was heavily involved in public policy and politics by working on political campaigns and at the Colorado State Capitol.

Mitch Geller spent roughly a decade as a journalist before going to law
school, running two newspapers and freelancing to magazines locally and
nationally. He received a B.S. degree in Journalism from the University
of Colorado in 1973. In 1979, Mr. Geller received his Juris Doctorate
degree from the University of Denver Sturm College of Law, and was
licensed to practice law in October of 1979.During law school,
Mr. Geller served as an investigator for the Colorado State Public
Defender's Office and later served as a law clerk for Denver District
Court Judge Alvin D. Lichtenstein. Immediately subsequent to law
school, he practiced as a trial attorney for the Colorado State Public
Defender's Office for a period of two years and has since been steadily
engaged in domestic, criminal, and civil practice.

Michael F. DiManna, Esq. has actively practiced as a trial lawyer since being admitted to the Colorado Bar in 1972. His practice is limited to complex domestic relations and family law matters. His practice includes dispute resolution, mediation, arbitration and special master work.. Michael has been appointed by both the Colorado Supreme Court and the Governor of the State of Colorado to serve on the 18th Judicial District (Arapahoe County) Judicial Nominating Commission. Mr. DiManna has been a lecturer for the Colorado Trial Lawyer’s Association, Continuing Legal Education of Colorado, Inc., and is a regular lecturer for the Lawyer’s Public Information Foundation in the area of family law.. Michael has been continuously listed in The Best Lawyers in America (State of Colorado) since 1991(Category: Family Law). In April 2001, he was listed as one of Denver’s Top Lawyers by 5280 Magazine (Category: Family Law). In 2006, Michael was recognized in Super Lawyers as one of the top 50 lawyers in the state of Colorado and in 2013, Michael was recognized in Super Lawyers as one of the top 100 lawyers in the state of Colorado. All of these ratings are peer-nominated and reviewed.. Michael enjoys an AV Peer Review Rating in Martindale-Hubble.

Meghan has been dedicated to representing domestic relations clients even before obtaining her law degree. While in law school, Meghan clerked at a local family law firm and participated in a practicum-based course in juvenile law. Meghan utilizes her many skills to assist families and is a collaboratively trained attorney whose practice is focused on finding solutions for families. Meghan is a skilled litigator in the event that settlement is unsuccessful.. In addition to successfully representing clients with financial and parenting issues, Meghan is experienced in alternative dispute resolution, drafting marital and premarital agreements, and estate planning.. As a child of divorce, Meghan brings a unique perspective to family law cases. She has firsthand experience with most family law issues and understands the importance of remaining child focused and settling outside of the courtroom when possible. Meghan’s insightful and compassionate skills assist clients in achieving their desired outcomes.. Meghan is a true Midwesterner, born in Dayton, Ohio and raised in Eau Claire, Wisconsin. While she has had the opportunity to live in seven states across the country, Colorado is by far Meghan’s favorite.. Meghan enjoys adventuring with her Australian Shepherd and skiing as often as possible. During her undergraduate studies, Meghan graduated summa cum laude with a major in philosophy and was a proud member of the Huskies varsity swim team.

Mechelle Faulk excels at resolving her clients’ most personal and private matters, including those regarding wealth preservation, divorce, children, marital agreements, adoptions and cohabitation. She is an experienced litigator and negotiator, often representing clients with high net worth, complex financial issues and/or significant child-related matters. Mechelle’s knowledge of specialized industries enhances her value to clients, including professional athletes, Olympians, artists, collectors, owners of working interests in oil and gas, trust grantors and beneficiaries, music/concert promoters, musicians, hedge fund managers, individuals with family wealth, and business owners. With a high-profile, high-net-worth clientele, Mechelle is especially sensitive to and adept at privacy concerns.Mechelle is an experienced, detail-oriented attorney well known for her exceptional counsel and professionalism. For more than a decade, she has provided sophisticated counsel to clients, guiding them through private family-related matters, including divorce, child custody, support and maintenance issues, and post-dissolution issues, including modification proceedings.. Skilled at handling particularly complex and intricate financial issues, Mechelle works seamlessly with experts to assess the value of assets, such as closely held companies, professional practices, private equity investments and other types of business or trust interests. Her experience extends to representing clients regarding parental responsibilities, same-sex marriage, reproductive rights, adoption, grandparent rights, relocation issues and protective orders. In each instance, Mechelle thoroughly learns the client’s specific needs, objectives and the facts. Then she actively strategizes with the client throughout the case to help ensure that both the client’s short-term needs and long-term goals are met to the greatest extent possible.

Meagan Moodie is a family law attorney practicing in the Denver Metro area. Meagan focuses her attention on divorce and custody issues, modifications of previous orders, and obtaining protection orders for victims of domestic violence and other abuse. Meagan strives to achieve out of court resolutions in all her cases, but strongly advocates for her clients when litigation is necessary. The best interest of her client and their children are Meagan's utmost priority in all of her cases.. Meagan brings a practical and personal understanding to her family practice. She’s had extensive training to become a certified Child & Family Investigator, a certified Mediator, and a Parental Coordinator/Decision Maker. Meagan has also had significant training in the issues surrounding domestic violence, child abuse, and trauma survivors. Meagan’s previous work experiences include the family division of Colorado Legal Services, in the family division of the Saint Louis University Legal Clinic, as a clerk in the Denver District Court, and at her solo law practice, The Moodie Law Firm. She has successfully tried dozens of cases in many Colorado courtrooms.

Madeleine earned her B.A. in Spanish Languages and Literatures from CSU in 2015, graduating Cum Laude, while also earning her B.S. in Business Administration, also Cum Laude. She completed her legal education at the University of Denver’s Sturm College of Law graduating in the top 15 percent of her class. Madeleine is a talented legal mind with significant trial skills, and in law school received the Advocate’s Cup 2017 Best Advocate Award. She was a National Ethics Trial Competition Finalist and a member of the National Trial Team. Madeleine spends her time outside of the courtroom enjoying skiing, sailing, college football, Broadway musicals, coaching the University of Denver American Mock Trial Association Team, and participating as a Judge Arguello “Law School Yes We Can” mentor.

Logan Baseley believes that the art of family law is keeping the case moving forward and resolving it in a dignified manner with minimal animosity and acrimony. Logan's even demeanor helps guide clients through the challenge of divorce. Logan is accessible and responsive to his clients by phone, cell, and email.

Lindsey Nichole Daugherty currently practices in the areas of Family Law, Estate Planning and Criminal Law. She graduated from the University of Denver Sturm College of Law in 2012 and founded her law firm in 2013. The mission of The Law Firm of Lindsey Daugherty, LLC, is to provide quality legal services to fellow Coloradoans and show that the best can be made of any legal situation.. Lindsey moved to Loveland, Colorado, when she was 12 years old and graduated from Thompson Valley High School before attending the University of Northern Iowa on a soccer scholarship. Attending college in Iowa allowed Lindsey the opportunity to become very involved in both local and national political campaigns.. Throughout the duration of law school, Lindsey was fortunate enough to have many internships in which she gained practical knowledge of the legal system. She had a variety of internships in both Washington, D.C., and Denver, Colorado. In Denver she has clerked for Colorado Legal Services, the Victim Justice Law Firm, and multiple judges in both Arapahoe and Jefferson counties. In Washington, D.C., she was part of the for-profit college investigation with the Oversight and Investigation Subcommittee of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee. Additionally, in her last semester of law school, she was an intern for the White House Domestic Policy Council, specializing in education policy. This variety of legal experiences has given her the knowledge to open her own firm and she is very excited to start helping people with their legal issues.. Lindsey is a member of the American Bar Association, Colorado Bar Association, Denver Bar Association and the Colorado Women’s Bar Association.  She also volunteers for the American Red Cross, Metro Volunteer Lawyers, and the Denver Rescue Mission. Lindsey recently ran her first marathon and hopes to run a few more this summer and in the future.

Linda Kapsak is an associate attorney practicing family law. Linda has a passion for helping families in the most difficult times of their lives, and strives to make the process as painless as possible for clients. She is a zealous but measured advocate, and greatly values her position as an ally for her clients. Linda has practiced extensively in the area of Family Law and handled divorces, Allocations of Parental Responsibilities, grandparent visitation, post-decree disputes, collaborative divorce, and all manner of family-related legal issues. She earned the Family and Juvenile Law Certificate from the University of Colorado Law School and has spent her legal career helping families and children and is passionate about not only helping her clients to achieve their goals, but also to work with them to find truly manageable solutions for them and their families.. Linda offers both full representation -- wherein she will manage your case for you and with your guidance -- as well as unbundled representation, which is a less expensive type of assistance that allows you to manage your case while having an attorney to consult as often or as little as you like. Please consult with Littman Family Law for more information on your options!. Linda also offers her services to co-parents as a Parenting Coordinator and Decision Maker, which she believes to be an invaluable resource for co-parents who recognize the importance of improving their relationship for their kids and taking responsibility for their own role in making that improvement happen.. Linda graduated from the University of Colorado Law School in May of 2016. In addition to her work at Littman Family Law and Mediation Services, she is active in the Colorado Bar Association’s Family Law Section and Young Lawyers Division, is a member of the Colorado Bar Association Ethics Committee, and volunteers with Metro Volunteer Lawyers and the Rocky Mountain Children's Law Center.. Linda is from New Jersey and spends most of her time appreciating all the wonders Colorado has to offer. She also enjoys baking, snowboarding and exploring Colorado.. Virtual Consultations Available

Laurence I. Gendelman, Esq. was raised in the south Denver suburbs, attended Cherry Creek High School. He received his Bachelor of Arts in both Economics and Political Science as well as his Juris Doctor at the University of Colorado – Boulder.. Trained in a large family law firm, Laurence gained experience working with high-asset, high-conflict, and complex divorces and child custody issues. He also advocated for and advised clients regarding the division of complex financial assets including executive compensation packages and retirement benefits.. Inn 2016, Laurence transitioned his practice to probate, trust, estate law, working with a team of four other attorneys representing clients with estate planning, estate and trust administration, uncontested and contested guardianships and conservatorships, and probate litigation matters.. After gaining extensive experience in these practice areas and learning law firm management and operations, Laurence established Gendelman Law Group, LLC in 2017, where he represented clients in trust, estate, probate, and family law matters. In 2020, Gendelman Law Group, LLC and Klimas Law Firm, LLC, joined forces to create Gendelman Klimas, Ltd., which later merged to become Gendelman | Klimas | Edwards, Ltd., the firm Where Family is Everything.. At Gendelman | Klimas | Edwards, Ltd., Laurence continues to aggressively, yet mindfully, represent clients in the following types of cases:. - Probate Litigation- Estate and Trust Administration- Guardianships and Conservatorships- Estate Planning- Divorce and Legal Separation- Allocations of Parental Responsibilities- Post Decree Family Law (modifications of parenting time, child support, and spousal maintenance, contempt, parenting time disputes, etc.)- Marital Agreements- Premarital Agreements- Paternity/Maternity- Protection Orders- LGBTQ Family and Probate Law- Non-Traditional Family and Probate Law involving blended families, adoptive children, psychological parents, unmarried long-term partners, polyamory, etc.- Probate and Family Law Appeals. In many family law cases, probate, trust, and estate issues arise. This can take the form of:- Creating rights for alternative payees of retirement plans in the case of the death of a spouse- a spouse dying or becoming incapacitated during the pendency of a family law case- addressing the allocation of parental responsibilities concerning a child with special needs- protecting a spouse’s family inheritance in a divorce proceeding- providing analysis of the treatment of trusts in divorce proceedings- planning for child support and maintenance obligations in divorce proceedings, in the case of the death of the obligor spouse. Likewise, in many probate, trust, and estate cases, many family law issues arise. This can include:- Claims by common law or putative spouses- Addressing child support and maintenance issues after the death of the obligor- Intestacy rights and heirship for non-traditional families- Parenting of a minor whose parents are unable and/or unwilling to parent- Lack of compliance with dissolution of marriage orders creating claims in cases regarding decedent’s estates. Laurence’s expertise in both family law and probate law provide him with the unique insight and skills to address these common and intersecting, yet often overlooked issues in his client’s cases.. In working with his clients, Laurence is direct, forthright, and pragmatic. His approach to cases is functional and utilitarian, with a tireless dedication to create outcomes that provide a net benefit to his clients. This approach makes Laurence a creative and effective problem-solver, allowing his clients to usually resolve their cases without the hassle of trial. However, as a trained litigator regularly appearing in contested hearings, Laurence is always prepared for trial when the circumstances so require.

Laura L. Lichter, Founder/Managing Partner, se habla español. Laura Lichter is national President of the American Immigration Lawyers Association (“AILA”), the premier bar association of immigration lawyers and law professors in the U.S. She has been an elected member of AILA’s national leadership for over a decade and has served as the association's top liaison to the key immigration enforcement bureaus of the Department of Homeland Security and Department of Justice, including Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), which is responsible for immigration investigations, prosecution, detention and removal operations, and the Executive Office of Immigration Review (EOIR), which oversees the nation’s immigration court system. Ms. Lichter is AILA’s liaison to the American Bar Association’s Commission on Immigration and serves on the Federal Bar Association’s Immigration Law Section Advisory Board. Ms. Lichter recently served on the Homeland Security Advisory Council (HSAC) Task Force on ICE’s Secure Communities program, reporting to findings on the ICE enforcement initiative to DHS Secretary Napolitano. Based in Denver, she is the former Chair of AILA’s Colorado Chapter. Ms. Lichter’s practice focuses on the representation of foreign nationals in removal proceedings, contested family and naturalization applications, administrative appeals, and related federal district and appellate court litigation. A nationally-recognized mentor and immigration law expert, Ms. Lichter is a respected author who lectures throughout the United States on cutting edge immigration issues. Her commitment to community outreach, education, pro bono representation of indigent clients, and access to counsel has been demonstrated through various awards, projects, and related initiatives. Ms. Lichter is an avid equestrian, runner, and part-time farmer.

Larry spent 19 years in private practice where he sharpened his skills and branched out into domestic relations, business formation, general civil litigation, real estate, and construction defect litigation.. From 2002- 2005 Larry was a partner in Dailey and Jacobs, P.C. in Aurora, CO.  He continued to build his practice and serve his clients with integrity.  As varied as the areas of practice are, there is some overlap that requires knowledge in various disciplines.. In 2005, Larry joined the team as a Partner at Benson & Case, LLP.   His focus remains on finding his clients the best solution for their legal needs.. When outside the office Larry enjoys, spending time with his family.  He and his wife Debbie are raising two children.  He also enjoys sports and travel.

Kristi is one of the Founders and Partners at The Reputation Law Group, a family law and criminal defense firm based out of Denver, Colorado. Kristi is a divorce and family law practitioner, specializing in child custody, divorce, prenuptial agreements, postnuptial agreements, child support, and maintenance issues. Kristi has an advanced degree in conflict resolution helping her navigate through high conflict cases. When cases are unable to settle, Kristi has extensive experience as a trial attorney.

Kerry is a senior associate who has specialized in family law for over fifteen years.  Kerry handles her cases with high energy, positivity, passion, and with an emotional understanding that benefits her clients.  She approaches each case with solution based results in each client's best interests.   Kerry believes that divorce does not have to be a negative experience and instead can be a positive experience by assisting her clients to begin the next chapter of their lives.

Katherine Lyons Reckman is an associate attorney and member of the HBMS Family Law Team. She received her Bachelor of Arts from Regis University. Katherine received her Juris Doctor from DePaul University College of Law in 2012.

Kate's entire legal career is dedicated to the protection of the rights of children and parents. In various positions she has worked for the past 15 years representing children and parents who have become involved in our legal system, including but not limited to our juvenile court system. She has been involved in over 500 cases where she has been tasked with investigating and making determinations specific to substance abuse, sex abuse, domestic violence, mental illness and much more.. Kate started her legal career at the Arapahoe County Attorney's office, in cases specific to Colorado's Dependency and Neglect, Mental Health and Probate system.. Kate attended Gonzaga University School of Law in Spokane, Washington, where she was involved as a CASA child advocate volunteer, and where she chaired the juvenile law club. After graduating and becoming licensed as an attorney in the State of Colorado, Kate went on to be a Guardian ad Litem and Respondent Parent Counsel in numerous jurisdictions in the metro area. Kate's unique perspective comes from working on all sides of child protection issues. Today, she handles cases in family court, juvenile court, probate court, as well as education law matters, and collaborative law and mediation/non-litigation efforts.

Jonathan S. Willett was born and raised in New York City. He attended college in Colorado, receiving his Bachelor of Arts degree in philosophy from the University of Colorado in 1982. After graduation, Mr. Willett returned to New York City to work as a writer, but found himself longing for the Colorado Mountains. In 1983, he enrolled in the University of Denver College of Law.. At the University of Denver College of Law, Mr. Willett was the Articles Editor of the Denver University Law Review. Mr. Willett published a Note, Evolving Standards for Duty of Fair Representation Cases Under Section 301, 62 Den. U. L. Rev. 627 (1985). Mr. Willett graduated from the College of Law with a Juris Doctor degree in 1986.. Mr. Willett was employed as an attorney in the Appellate Division of the Colorado State Public Defender in Denver from 1986 to 1989. In 1989, Mr. Willett became a trial deputy with the Jefferson County trial office of the Colorado State Public Defender located in Golden, Colorado.. In mid 1992, he then began working for the law firm of Chalat & Company. Mr. Willett became a sole proprietor in 1994. As a private attorney, Mr. Willett has handled medical and legal malpractice cases, civil rights cases, family matters including child custody, employment cases, personal injury matters, ski litigation, and every type of criminal case ranging from the death penalty to white collar crime and juvenile delinquency. Mr. Willett has been attorney of record in over 60 jury trials and 125 appeals. Mr. Willett appears as counsel of record in 25 published opinions of the Colorado Court of Appeals, the Colorado Supreme Court and the Tenth Circuit Court of Appeals.. Mr. Willett has lectured on a variety of criminal law, appellate practice, trial advocacy and juvenile law topics, publishing written materials as well. Mr. Willett has been accepted as an expert witness in criminal law at least fifteen times.  Mr. Willett is admitted to practice in all Courts in the State of Colorado and the State of New York, as well as the United States District Court for Colorado, the Tenth Circuit Court of Appeals, and the Supreme Court of the United States.. When he is not working, Mr. Willett enjoys spending time with his family and staying active by skiing, snowboarding, cycling, running and playing frisbee.

Jon Eric earned his J.D. from the University of Denver Sturm College of Law. Jon Eric's practice at WZW Family Law is comprised of all manner of family law issues, including divorce, custody, child support, and post-decree issues such as modification of parenting time or child support. Jon Eric has also been involved in many appeal cases, several of which have resulted in setting precedential law in Colorado.. Jon Eric’s background, which includes working as an elementary school teacher, allows him to zealously advocate for clients with the degree of compassion necessary to help them through what is often the most emotionally turbulent time in their lives.

John has been practicing law in Colorado since 1998.  He the founding member of Eckelberry Law Firm, LLC, established in 2006, in charge of the family law and bankruptcy practice areas for the firm.  During his almost 20 years of practice, John has helped hundreds of client's achieve personal and financial "fresh starts", while developing short and long term life plans.  In addition, John has had experience in many other areas of the law, including real estate, personal injury, employment, landlord/tenant, business, criminal, and contract law.

John concentrates his practice in all aspects of family law.  While John seeks to resolve his client's matters cost-effectively through negotiation and mediation, he is a zealous trial advocate, when necessary, to ensure his client's needs are met.

Joel is originally from Washington State and received his Bachelor of Science from the University of Oregon where he majored in Political Science and minored in Business Administration. Joel attended law school at New England Law located in Boston, Massachusetts where he received his Juris Doctor Degree with concentrations in Trusts and Estate and Family Law. While Joel pursued his Juris Doctor degree, he served on the executive board for several organizations including the Tax Law Society and Law School Democrats. Joel was also honored with New England Law’s Public Service Honor Roll for his Pro Bono work during his 1L year.. During Joel’s time in law school, he discovered his passion for Family Law and Estate Planning. He believes that these areas of law allow him to assist clients going through difficult periods in their lives and provide them with effective legal representation during these challenging times.. During Joel’s undergraduate education, he interned at a criminal defense firm located in Spokane, Washington. After Joel’s 1L year, he served as a legal intern for a civil litigation firm located in New York City, New York, focusing in probate litigation, real estate law, medical malpractice, and business law. While Joel worked at these firms, he gained extensive experience in legal research and writing, the operations of small law firms, and the practice of law in various areas.. Joel began his legal career with Law One and was sworn under oath to the Colorado Bar in October of 2023. While practicing at Law One, Joel has been given the opportunity to gain valuable experience in matters relating to Personal Injury, Business Law, Estate Planning, Probate Litigation and Family Law.