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Dan is an attorney at The Harris Law Firm with over 30 years of law experience. He earned his law degree at Pepperdine University School of Law and Hamline University School of Law. In addition, he obtained his certification in Divorce and Family Mediation from Straus Institute for Dispute Resolution. He is licensed to practice law in the state of Colorado and is a member of the State Bar of Wisconsin. Dan has worked extensively in family law, divorce, collaborative divorce, legal separation, stepparent adoptions, custody and placement of children, child support, maintenance (alimony or spousal support), grandparent/third person rights, non-traditional family cases, alternative dispute resolution, and marital property agreements. Away from the office Dan enjoys camping, reading, exercise, and fostering puppies as a volunteer with the Longmont Humane Society.

Terri Harrington  has received the 2016 and 3017 Super Lawyer award. and has been a litigation attorney for over 35 years.   She has  dedicated herself to  conflict resolution since 1997 and Collaborative Law since 2001.  She specializes in helping couples divorce in an amicable manner. She is a dedicated mediator who helps couples reach full agreement and helps them with the divorce paperwork.   She  teaches non adversarial communication, peacemaking for lawyers and mediation skills.  Terri has the  highest peer review rating for both legal ability and ethical standards with Martindale Hubbell and believes she was put on this earth to help families.  She is very knowledgeable about family law but also about conflict resolution and is a trained conflict coach and mediator.  She  provides unbundled legal services so that her clients get only the help they need in the most efficient way.. Terri has served as President of the Colorado Collaborative Divorce Professionals for two years, as President of the Metro Denver Interdisciplinary Committee, and President of the Rocky Mountain Collaborative Law Professionals. She has been a  board member of the family law section executive council for over 8 years.. Terri is a frequent speaker at the University of Colorado Law School, the Family Law Institute and the collaborative law organizations.. Terri has served as a guardian ad litem for many children and has represented thousands of parents.. Areas of practice include: Family Law, domestic disputes, child support, custody, parenting time, children, visitation, domestic partnerships, prenuptial agreements, collaborative divorce, high net worth divorce, modifications of parenting time and child support, contested divorce, uncontested divorce, legal separation, divorce mediation, mediation, and collaborative practice.

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.

Growing up in Oklahoma, I was frequently invovled with children and education. Apart from the usual babysitting, I was also very involved helping with my mother's first grade classroom. I attended Booker T. Washington High School, which is a nationally recognized magnet school. After graduation, I attended the University of New Mexico in Albuquerque, New Mexico. I received a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology with an associated minor in Philosophy from UNM. I began attending the University of Denver College of Law in 2000, from which I received my Juris Doctorate in 2003.. I did not take the traditional path to becoming an attorney, however. After graduating from the University of Denver I moved to Dillon, Colorado. Prior to becoming a dedicated family law attorney, I was a children's snowboard instructor for Breckenridge Ski Resort for four years. I returned to Denver in 2008 to briefly work for a personal injury firm. I did not find that personal injury was a good fit for me. I began doing intern work for Colorado Legal Services/Metro Volunteer Lawyers in 2009. This is where I received my introduction to family law. I began working for myself in 2010 and have not looked back.. I truly am dedicated to helping people through their divorces, custody issues and all other aspects that involve family law. The cases are seldom easy from an emotional standpoint. Being a mother, myself, to three young children I understand the heartache that can result from having to share custody of your children. However, I also understand the importance of having both parents being invloved in the children's lives. I offer caring and zealous representation and promise to never stop doing my very best for Colorado families.

Chelsea M. Augelli’s practice focuses exclusively on family law matters. Chelsea brings a breadth of experience in divorces, common-law marriages, complex financial matters, allocation of parental responsibility actions, parenting time disputes, post-decree child support and/or maintenance modifications, relocation matters, as well as drafting cohabitation or prenuptial agreements. She also has substantial experience with high conflict cases involving mental health and substance use issues.. While Chelsea is a zealous advocate with broad litigation experience, she strives to give her clients a realistic and solution-oriented approach to resolving the issues in their cases. Chelsea believes her role as a family law attorney is to mitigate harm to families and to maintain civility and professionalism when dealing with the highly emotional and difficult issues that can arise in domestic relations cases.. Chelsea is highly involved in policy matters surrounding family law and is on the board of the Colorado Women's Bar Association as the Co-Chair of the Public Policy Committee and serves as the Co-Chair of the Colorado Bar Association Family Law Section Legislative Committee.. Chelsea was selected as a Rising Star by Colorado SuperLawer Magazine for 2022-2024 and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch for 2025.. Chelsea is a Colorado native and enjoys taking advantage of the Colorado outdoors, yoga, watching Colorado Avalanche hockey, cooking, live music, and learning about wine.

When you and your family are going through a divorce, bringing a family law attorney into the mix can help complicated matters become less stressful. At The Law Office of Stephan E. Uslan, my goal is to help ease your worry about your future security and reduce the tension surrounding your uncertainties of the outcome by providing strong, honest legal representation.. As a Denver divorce lawyer with over 40 years of experience in family law and a background in social work, I can confidently engage in complex legal issues affecting you and your family. I will address your concerns efficiently and effectively, providing the legal advocacy you can trust.

I graduated from Boalt Hall School of Law at the University of California, Berkeley in 1994. After clerking in the Colorado Court of Appeals for a year, I became a prosecutor in Colorado’s 18th Judicial District Attorney’s Office. I spent most of my nearly 20 years there prosecuting persons crimes, i.e. crimes where a person was victimized, such as assault, robbery, sexual assault, child abuse, and murder. I spent nearly 10 of those years prosecuting crimes against children. I can say, unequivocally, that I am one of the most experienced trial lawyers in Colorado.. I began my private practice career in 2015 at Gutterman Griffiths (later Griffiths Law). On November 1, 2020, two of my former partners at that firm and I opened a new law firm, WZW Family Law LLC. We brought two associates, four support staff, and five full caseloads with us into our new (ad)venture.. As a family law attorney, it's been my privilege to deal with some of the most complex and interesting assets out there, including stock options, restricted stock units, other deferred compensation, a private equity fund, partnerships in national and international accounting firms, thousands of acres of farm and ranch land, an aviation business, real estate and restaurant development businesses, law firms, law suit proceeds, medical practices, and a whole host of different kinds of trusts. My clients have ranged from “captains of industry” to stay-at-home spouses.. Because of my focus on persons crimes, I spent nearly every day working with victims of violent and traumatizing crimes, who were under enormous emotional stress when they met with me. My clients, and my colleagues, have told me that they value my ability to be calm in the face of emotional upheaval.. I became involved in Collaborative Divorce early on in my private practice career. I became qualified to handle collaborative divorce cases before I’d been a family law attorney for a year, joined the Colorado Collaborative Divorce Professionals (CCDP) shortly thereafter, became a Board Member for the organization in late 2016, served as its Executive Vice President in 2017, and President in 2018.. My background and experience are rare in the family law bar. Very few lawyers spend nearly every day of their career in court. No collaborative divorce attorney in the state has the trial background and skills that I have.. I bring all of my abilities to bear in everything I do for clients, from negotiating and settling cases to presenting evidence and making argument in a courtroom.

Education. University of Denver, Sturm College of Law, 2013, Juris Doctor,University of Colorado at Denver, 2009 Bachelor of Arts. Experience. Danielle’s practice focuses on complex financial matters, parental responsibilities, interstate jurisdictional disputes, drafting and negotiating marital agreements, and challenges to and enforcement of marital agreements. In addition, Danielle has experience with various family law-related appellate matters. Danielle believes in the pursuit of settlement whenever possible, while recognizing the litigation skills are invaluable when settlement cannot be achieved.. Danielle earned her J.D. from the University of Denver’s Sturm College of Law, where she focused on her passion for family law. While in law school, Danielle had the privilege of working as a judicial intern for the Honorable Judges David Prince and Robert L. Lowrey of the 4th Judicial District. This experience provided Danielle with the opportunity to further develop her legal writing and research skills, as well as the opportunity to learn the intricacies of the legal system. Danielle has also interned with Metro Volunteer Lawyers, assisting in the Family Law Court Program. Her time there was instrumental in both expanding upon her knowledge of the divorce process, and also instilled in Danielle a desire to give back to the community.. While in law school, Danielle had the privilege of working as a judicial intern for the Honorable Judges David Prince and Robert L. Lowrey of the 4th Judicial District. This experience provided Danielle with the opportunity to further develop her legal writing and research skills, as well as the invaluable opportunity to learn the intricacies of the legal system.. Danielle also interned with Metro Volunteer Lawyers (MVL), assisting clients in the Family Law Court Program. Her time at MVL was instrumental in both expanding upon her knowledge of the divorce process, and also instilled in Danielle a desire to give back to the community.. In addition, Danielle worked as a legal research assistant for three of her law school professors, in areas of family law, evidence, constitutional and natural resources law. In her role as research assistant, Danielle assisted in drafting an article on standing and environmental harm, published in early 2013 in the University of Virginia Environmental Law Journal. Danielle’s research assistant work also includes contributions published in a tri-yearly treatise supplement on evidence.

I am a co-founder with Broxterman Alicks McFarlane specializing in high conflict cases, non-traditional families (including same-sex couples), international and Hague cases, parenting time and decision-making disputes, and cases involving complex financial issues.  I became a lawyer after clerking for the Honorable James C. Klein in Boulder County District Court, an experience which was invaluable to my development as an attorney.  I have been honored as a SuperLawyer Rising Star for the past five years, in addition to being recognized as Best Lawyers and Barristers Best. I have also worked on cases with complex financial issues including trusts, venture capital and pre-IPO investments, pensions, retirement and stock accounts, and buyouts of business ownership interests.  Before law school, I worked as a legal assistant in the Antitrust Department of the international law firm Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom assisting with large-scale mergers being investigated by the Department of Justice, the Federal Trade Commission, and the European Commission.  During law school, I worked for the international trade law firm of Neville Peterson and the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority, both located in Washington, D.C.

PLEASE CONTACT ERIN VIA HER CURRENT FIRM; MESSAGES SENT VIA AVVO ARE UNLIKELY TO BE READ PROMPTLY.. Erin was admitted as an attorney of the Colorado Bar in October 2017. Erin obtained her Juris Doctor from the University of Denver Sturm College of Law, where she was inducted into the Order of the Coif honor society, a prestigious honor bestowed upon those who graduate in the top 10% of their class.. During law school, Erin worked as a judicial intern for the 18th District Court domestic docket and received family law training as a student law clerk at Willoughby & Associates. Erin also earned DU’s Hartje Objective Writing Award for her exceptional legal writing and research and in her final year of law school, she was named an Assistant Managing Editor on the Denver Law Review. In addition to her academic success, Erin’s outstanding trial skills were also recognized, as she was a quarterfinalist in DU’s Hoffman Cup Trial Advocacy Competition.. Erin’s background allows her efficiently analyze nuanced legal issues and effectively present them in a way that is advantageous to her clients. Erin’s ability to think quickly on her feet and to provide creative solutions has allowed her to succeed both in the court room and in settlement. Erin’s practice is comprised of all areas of family law, including dissolution cases, allocation of parental rights, and post-decree disputes.

In over 15 years practicing law, I've represented all varieties of clients in every variety of case.  From defending large talent agencies against multi-million-dollar class action age discrimination in employment cases to representing mental health patients in commitment hearings, I've learned that nothing impacts a person more than their family.  That is why I am so honored to be able to dedicate my practice to helping people deal with family law issues.. My brother Todd and I started Scardina Law, LLC because we wanted families to have a resource that didn't measure success by the amount of money earned but by the outcomes achieved.  A firm that would zealously advocate for its clients with empathy and compassion for the entire family unit.  A family business dedicated to helping families navigate through difficult times with dignity.  I strive every day to help all my clients see that they are stronger than everything they were taught to fear.  Nothing makes me happier than watching my clients grow as they face their challenges and regain control of their lives.

Alexandra Mazzeo is a Senior Associate Attorney at Griffiths Law, PC. After receiving her Juris Doctor from the University of Denver Sturm College of Law, Alex quickly immersed herself in the nuances of family law, honing her skills through hands-on experience and professional development. Years later, her practice continues to focus solely on domestic relations matters.. Employing a client-centric approach, Alex places paramount importance on empathy and authenticity, guiding clients through the legal process with clarity and compassion while zealously advocating for their rights and interests. Her knowledge of the law, dedication to her clients, and advocacy skills have earned her widespread recognition, including being named Rising Star by Super Lawyers, Top 10 Attorneys Under 40 by the National Academy of Family Law Attorneys, as well as, the Avvo Clients’ Choice Award.. As an active member of the Colorado Bar Association (CBA), CBA – Family Law Section, CBA – Young Lawyers Division, and the Douglas-Elbert County Bar Association, Alex remains committed to continued education and collaboration with peers to stay abreast of legal developments and best practices. When able, Alex enjoys giving back and has been acknowledged for her outstanding commitment to the community, receiving the Platinum Pro Bono Award from the El Paso County Justice Center following her completion of over 100 hours of legal volunteer service.. In her free time, Alex enjoys spending quality time with her family and friends, attending live music events, exploring the local culinary scene, and basking in Colorado’s natural beauty.

I have been practicing entirely family law for almost 3 decades now.   Family law became my focus early on just because there were a lot of people who came to my office with those kind of matters. I learned that I liked this area law because I was not afraid of the emotions that go along with it. As a business owner, a mother and a wife, I understand the things parents have to juggle on a daily basis. Adding a legal proceeding to the mix can feel overwhelming. The most important thing I can do for my clients is to protect their interests in a legal proceeding so they can continue to focus on their children and their jobs.. I litigate divorce cases from the simple to the complex. I have handled countless motions hearings and trials all over the metro area. Determining income and cash-flow, tax consequences and valuing of real estate, personal property and businesses are a regular part of my practice. Child custody and parenting time disputes can be ongoing. I represent many new and returning clients in modifying parenting time and child support. I partner with CPAs, therapists and other professionals to get the best results for my clients.. I have active licenses in Minnesota and Colorado. Our two offices allow me to handle a steady stream of interstate divorce and family cases.. I received my bachelor’s degree from UCLA and my law degree from Hamline University School of Law (now Mitchell-Hamline School of Law). I was a law clerk in the 3rd judicial district in Minnesota for a year right after law school. After my clerkship, I was an associate for small and medium law firms in Minnesota and California. I completed advanced training in Family Law Trial Advocacy through (NITA) and I have 40 hours of training in family law mediation.. I like to volunteer. You can find me at the military veterans legal clinic and domestic relations self-help clinics around the metro area. I am a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) helping kids in the foster care system. My husband and I are former foster parents.. I am a member of:• Minnesota Bar Association -family law section• Colorado Bar Associations-family law section• W.O.L.F. (Women Owned Law Firms) a fantastic group of lawyers in Colorado

Kellian Coggswell is an associate attorney at Griffiths Law PC. Kellian Coggswell’s practice is focused exclusively on family law related matters, including divorce, common law marriage, allocation of parental rights, post-decree disputes, and child support. Prior to becoming an attorney, Kellian worked as a paralegal and law clerk under shareholder, Eliza Steinberg, on complex financial cases and high conflict parenting disputes.. Before joining Griffiths Law, Kellian started her legal career working as a criminal defense investigator. During her time working in criminal defense, Kellian learned invaluable lessons on the complexities of the court system, the rules of evidence, and being a zealous advocate for your client. Kellian is passionate about helping those who are less fortunate and has continued volunteering throughout her schooling and career with disadvantaged populations. Most recently, Kellian volunteered with LYRIC’s Know Your Rights program, which provides education to high school students on asserting their legal rights.. Kellian earned her Juris Doctorate from the University of Denver Sturm College of Law, and her undergraduate degree from the University of Northern Colorado in Criminal Justice, with a double minor in Political Science and Sociology. Kellian received many honors and accolades for her high academic achievement during law school, including numerous scholarships and scholastic excellence awards.

I believe it is important to provide clients with individualized legal advice to help them make the best decisions possible for themselves and their families.  Divorce and custody cases are often a painful process which can take adults a long time to recover from and can have even longer lasting effects on the children. Every family and case is different; there is no one size fits all divorce.. Even if your divorce is friendly, court orders could affect you and your children for the rest of your life.  Mistakes or unintentional omissions can be hard, if not impossible to undo, so making sure you have experienced legal representation is important.  I can help you navigate through the legal process to help you resolve your legal needs.. I am dedicated the practice of family law and represent clients going through divorce, allocation of parental responsibilities (custody cases), cases involving complex financial analysis and asset division, discovery issues, post decree matters, protection orders, contempt, paternity, chapter 7 bankruptcies, and marital agreements.

I am a Colorado native, practicing law for 8 years and exclusively family law for 6+ years.. I obtained my undergraduate degree in political science at the University of Colorado at Boulder in December 2011, and obtained my J.D. at the University of San Diego School of Law in May 2015.