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Kris is the sole partner in THE KDWF LAW GROUP, formerly The Ward Law Firm, LLC.. Kris is licensed to practice in California and Colorado. Her focus is on helping families by providing creative counsel to assist them in resolving their issue as quickly as possible, whether it be as a child and family investigator, juvenile deliqency or involvement in social services.. Kris is a member of the Juvenile Law Section and the Family Law Section of the Colorado Bar Association. She is the past chair of the Juvenile Law Section. Kris is a former Certified Addictions Counselor I and a Child Welfare Law Specialist.

Joe moved to Colorado from Texas in 1969. He is the oldest of 10 siblings. He graduated from Mullen High School, where he was active in Speech and Debate. He finished 3rd nationally at the National Student Congress in 1975. Joe then returned to Texas and obtained a B.B.A in Management in 1977, summa cum laude, at the University of the Incarnate Word located in San Antonio. After two years selling computers and computer services, he attended law school in Boulder at the University of Colorado, receiving a J.D. degree in 1982.. Joe was married to Jan O'Mary in 1977. They have one son, Jay, who is an attorney.. Joe has practiced law since 1982. He is a former assistant County Attorney for Jefferson County, where he primarily represented the Human Services Department. He has been continuously engaged in private practice since April 1, 1986. Joe has practiced in both State and Federal Court, and has tried approximately 100 jury trials in his career. He is very excited when challenged to solve complex problems, and relishes a fair resolution. He is equally able to settle a matter out of court, or to bring the matter to trial when required.. Joe received The Linda T. Palmieri Award, For Outstanding Service On Behalf of Children, awarded by The 1st Judicial District Bar Association, in 2009, and the Award of Merit in 2017. He is also AV Rated by Martindale-Hubbell, a Super Lawyer (2018 & 2019), and 10.0 Superb Rated Lawyer by .. Travel and golf are Joe’s interests outside of the courtroom.

I grew up in South Texas, near Corpus Christi, and earned a scholarship to the University of Texas, where I obtained a degree in Electrical Engineering.  After several years working as an engineer, I realized that I needed a more rewarding career, and attended law school at the University of Denver.  Despite having to work full-time, and having two young children, I decided that a career in law was my passion.. After graduating from law school in 1994, I began my career as a criminal defense attorney and then started practicing family law.   At first, I found family law somewhat frustrating because I saw people whose lives were in turmoil.  But working in criminal defense taught me that even when faced with the most negative of circumstances, we still have an opportunity to build a positive future.. Family law matters are often difficult, even if everything goes well.  For many, there is barely enough money to go around before the divorce, and now, most of their expenses double.  People who once pledged to spend their lives together now want to get as far away from each other as humanly possible.  The children, who are too often caught in the middle of a divorce, find the uncertainty in their lives troubling, and often react in negative ways.. I think the practice of family law requires a practical, results-based approach.  As one attorney told me early in my practice “Some lawyers forget that our job is to bring the case to an end.”  For many, that end will occur in a conference room; with a mediated resolution that is a fair compromise from both sides.  For others, that end can only come from having their day in court.. Every action that I take in a family law matter is intended to move you toward that end.  If it requires me to fight to obtain the resolution you deserve, then that’s the approach we will take.  If a calmer, more negotiated settlement is the goal, and I prefer to work that way, then will be our path.  But my approach to the case will always be reasonable, and I will present our case with skill, professionalism, and the highest standards of integrity.   I will aggressively move the case forward, but will avoid tactics that unnecessarily add to the costs of litigation. I will consider what is best for the children, and will present your case in the best possible light.  I will work to find the shortest path to settlement or resolution, so the healing process can begin, and you can begin working toward a new and better life.. Prior to becoming "Of Counsel" at The Harris Law Firm, I also worked as a hearing officer for a metro area county, listening to parties resolving disputes over real property taxes.. In my spare time, I’ll often be found in the mountains.  Depending on the season, I may be skiing, fishing, rafting, hunting with my longbow, or just enjoying time at altitude.  I may also be cooking, as fine dining is another one of my passions.  You can also find me in the stands at just about any sporting event in Denver as I enjoy football, baseball, basketball and hockey!

Bill Van Horn has been serving the people of Colorado for decades. Bill originally came to Colorado from Iowa to enter the Air Force Academy as a young cadet. He returned to Colorado after years in the active duty Air Force to earn a law degree from The University of Denver Law School. Bill continued to serve our country in the Air Force Reserve retiring in 2004. During Bill’s early law career he was a law clerk to a Federal Judge, and a former Senior Litigation Attorney with the U.S. Department of Justice. Bill moved into the area of family law and is recognized as a prominent, and highly respected professional in his field. He formerly practiced with the firm that writes the book on Colorado Family Law prior to opening his own practice. Bill is married and he and his wife, Penni, have five adult children, two daughter-in-loves, and one grand-daughter. They attend Mile High Calvary.. Admissions:. Colorado Bar 1987. First Judicial District Member. U.S. Court of Military Appeals. Education:. 1998 Air War College. 1987 University of Denver JD. 1986-1987 Managing Editor Transportation Law Journal. 1974 United States Air Force Academy. Associations, Boards, Community Commitment:. Former:. Church Counsel: Peace with Christ Lutheran. Sunday School Teacher: Calvary Chapel South Denver. Aurora Republican Board. Christian Legal Society Board. Summit Ministries Presenter Current:. Colorado Bar Association. Legal Services Volunteer. West Point Parents Club 2010 Class Representative. Rocky Mountain Family Counsel Board. Haven Ministries Board. Center for Wise Public Policy Member. Christian Legal Society. Mile High Calvary. Childrens Registration Volunteer

Experienced Family attorney serving clients in Littleton and surrounding areas.

Experienced Family attorney serving clients in Littleton and surrounding areas.

Experienced Family attorney serving clients in Littleton and surrounding areas.

Experienced Family attorney serving clients in Littleton and surrounding areas.

Experienced Family attorney serving clients in Littleton and surrounding areas.

Experienced Family attorney serving clients in Littleton and surrounding areas.