Aguilar Lawyers

NANTIYA RUAN is Counsel at Outten & Golden LLP, where she primarily represents employees in class discrimination and wage and hour cases. Ruan works from her Denver office, where she is also the Hartje and Reese Chair of Lawyering Process at the University of Denver Sturm College of Law.

Prior to joining O&G in 2000, Ruan was a judicial clerk for Magistrate Judge Ronald L. Ellis in the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York. She has also clerked in the state appellate courts. From 2003 to 2004, Ruan was an associate at Goldstein, Demchak, Baller,...

Steven was raised in the Denver area and has spent most of his life in Colorado. He graduated from Colorado State University at which time he became a deputy sheriff with the Arapahoe County Sheriff's Office. As a sheriff's deputy he started to recognize the injustices against those accused of committing a crime. The system always seemed to be stacked against them. He decided to leave the sheriff's office to attend law school to support the rights of those accused. Mr. Franger graduated Cum Laude from Thomas M. Cooley in Lansing Michigan. After graduation...

Growing up, I was immersed in sports, which instilled in me a strong competitive drive. That same spirit led me to enroll in a Moot Court class competition during law school, where I argued appellate cases against fellow students before panels of guest judges and attorneys. I earned the school’s award for Best Oralist and received the Eve August Moot Court Scholarship for achieving the highest grade in the class. This success secured me a spot on my law school’s national moot court team, where we traveled across the country to compete. Our team won the regional competition and advanced...

Paige is an associate with Colorado Legal Group, Denver's premier family law firm. Paige uses her knowledge of the law, skills as a negotiator, and ability to connect with her clients to further her clients' interests. Every case is unique and Paige uses her skills and knowledge to personalize a case strategy for each client and their specific goals.



Paige earned her undergraduate degree in political science at the University of Vermont. After graduating, Paige felt a desire to explore more of the country and travelled west to obtain her juris doctorate from Gonzaga University School of Law....

Grant is an award-winning trial attorney specializing in complex civil and criminal litigation. Throughout his career, Grant has conducted more than 50 jury trials, including a host of high-profile homicide trials. Grant has a wide range of legal experience including clerking for a district court judge, working in the legal department of a fortune 100 company, and honing his litigation skills as a prosecutor for the 18th Judicial District. Grant manages the personal injury section of the firm, bringing a wealth of knowledge and passion to all the cases he works on. To successfully win a personal injury case, the insurance companies...

I have had a very non-traditional career for an attorney, but one which has been dedicated to advocating for and helping people at every step in my career. I have a very analytical mind and am a consummate problem solver, as I spent over 23 years in the Information Technology field working my way up to be an IT Director prior to my career in law. Additionally, I have worked in sales, managed businesses, and was even a Combat Engineer in the U.S. Army. I believe in working hard and doing what is right all of the time. My analytical...

My practice focuses on helping entrepreneurs, startup companies, and established businesses create and maintain a strong legal structure that allows them to focus on growing their business. I use my experience to assist clients in an affordable, cost-effective way. I have over 20 years of business law experience with high-growth and family-owned companies. I began my legal career in the corporate law department of Frost Brown Todd in Cincinnati, Ohio. I then went on to become in-house counsel with both privately-held and publicly-traded companies, including Standard Textile, a family-owned business in its third generation, Luxottica Retail, and, as general...

Levi Price is an experienced trial attorney who is dedicated to representing clients who are charged criminally. He has defended thousands of criminal cases ranging from misdemeanors to felonies including drug importation, sexual assault, financial fraud, and first-degree murder. This experience has given him the confidence needed to handle the toughest of cases. Levi received his Juris Doctor from the University of Denver Sturm College of Law. In law school he was the winner of multiple trial competitions. In addition to being a strong courtroom advocate, Levi served as Staff Editor and Senior Editor of the Denver University Law Review....

Licensed in all Colorado courts, U.S. District Court for the District of Colorado, 10th Circuit Court of Appeals and the U.S. Supreme Court. We handle personal injury and wrongful death cases. We solve legal problems from initial consultation and legal analysis through settlement, plea or verdict.

Ursula Honigman is an attorney at the Harris Law Firm. She received her Juris Doctorate from Loyola University New Orleans College of Law. Ms. Honigman has worked in the Office of the Denver District Attorney’s Juvenile Diversion program, the Orleans Parish District Attorney’s Office, and interned with the Rocky Mountain Victims Law Center advocating for victims of domestic violence and other crimes. Additionally, she interned for The Hon. Richard Caschette, assisting in domestic, civil, and criminal matters. Ms. Honigman has practiced in the field of civil litigation, specifically first and third-party insurance defense, as well as special education law.

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. Due to his many years in the field, Dan can assist clients in cases, including but not limited to, divorce, stepparent adoptions, child custody and support, grandparent/third person rights, non-traditional family cases, maintenance, alternative dispute resolution, and marital property agreements.

Joel is a founding partner of Huber Hassell, specializing in Estate Planning, Business Law, and Corporate Governance. Joel earned his Juris Doctor from the University of Denver Sturm College of Law and holds an LLM in Wealth Management focusing on estate planning from Texas A&M University. He has been a licensed attorney since 1994. Joel’s extensive experience spans over three decades in the legal and corporate sectors, emphasizing technology and executive leadership. Before founding Huber Hassell, Joel served as CEO of Canoe Ventures, LLC, where he was instrumental in providing real-time dynamic ad insertion solutions for major cable networks. His...

My practice focuses on representing financial institutions, private lenders, businesses and individuals in complex commercial real estate and financing transactions. Mike also assists his clients with the establishment and enforcement of creditors’ rights. I was named a Super Lawyer by Colorado Super Lawyers Magazine each year between 2020 and 2024. I have also been also been recognized by my peers as one of the Best Lawyers in America in Banking and Finance Law. Additionally, I have been rated as an AV Preeminent lawyer by Martindale-Hubbell’s Peer Review Ratings, indicating that I have been recognized for the highest levels of skill...

Social Security disability attorney.

Justin Blow joined Colorado Estate Matters, Ltd. in 2013 with experience as a criminal trial lawyer, having defended clients with charges from misdemeanor drug charges to homicide. Right now he is the managing partner of Colorado Estate Matters, Ltd., having rapidly learned Estate Planning, Elder Law, Probate, and Guardianship/Conservatorship law. He also manages all the litigation for the firm giving our clients the value of his courtroom experience and knowledge. Justin founded and worked as Owner & CEO of The Blow Law Office Ltd., based in Lakewood, Colorado, where he has helped clients in county, state, and federal court. Before...

Nathaniel works for Mountain Legal, LLC in Denver CO, and fights for people accused of Denver DUI, Colorado DUI, Assault, Domestic Violence, and Violent felonies. Most recently, Nathaniel has represented individuals in violent felonies and drug cases as well as Denver DUI, Colorado DUI, Domestic Violence Cases, Property Crimes, and White Collar Crimes.

Lisa R. Shellenberger is a Managing Partner at Setter Roche Smith & Shellenberger, LLC, and she is an award-winning lead litigator. She is the Chairperson of the Family Law & Juvenile Law division at the firm. Ms. Shellenberger has been awarded the Super Lawyers Rising Star award in the area of family law for 5 years running: 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020 and 2021. Ms. Shellenberger has also been recognized as the Nation’s Top One Percent by the National Association of Distinguished Counsel. Additionally, in 2017, 2018, 2019, and 2020. Attorney Shellenberger has also been named as a Top 10 Attorney...

I grew up in Iowa and graduated from Wartburg College with a Bachelor's degree in History and Political Science. I attended law school at the University of Denver Sturm College of Law and graduated in 2004. I worked as a real estate agent for several years until I started the Kuennen Law Firm in 2010. My law firm represents individuals filing bankruptcy in Jefferson and Denver counties. Bankruptcy can be difficult and stressful, but I enjoy helping people through the process. After filing bankruptcy, my clients are in a better position, both financially and...

Rob specializes in estate planning, estate administration and trusts. In his practice, Rob works with clients to create estate plans, which often include wills, trusts, living trusts, living wills, and powers of attorneys. He has also helped many clients obtain guardianships for loved ones that need someone to help care for them and conservatorships to help manage their loved one's finances. He helps clients in administering estates (probate) and trusts.

I have practiced Criminal Law as a Prosecutor and Defense Attorney, Administrative Law as a Judge, and Family Law. I currently specialize in Colorado Family Law, practicing in jurisdictions across the state. I am proud to work with a group of compassionate attorneys with Johnson Law Group who help families navigate a challenging court system.

James S. Helfrich spent three years in Manhattan as an associate at Simpson Thacher & Bartlett. He then moved to Colorado where he worked as an associate at Gersh & Danielson and then as a founding partner at Gersh & Helfrich, LLP. James moved to Allen Vellone Wolf Helfrich & Factor P.C. in November 2010, where he continues to focus in commercial and securities litigation. James has helped hundreds of clients obtain justice in cases involving securities fraud, breaches of contract and fiduciary duty, bankruptcy, civil rights and environmental violations, illegal business practices, Ponzi schemes, real estate disputes, and bodily injuries. He...

Mr. Jay Hsu, Esq. currently works for the Parkes Law Group, LLC. He is a bankruptcy attorney practicing Chapter 7 bankruptcy and Chapter 13 bankruptcy in Denver, Colorado. He has assisted hundreds of clients in obtaining a bankruptcy discharge. Call Mr. Hsu for a confidential, free bankruptcy consultation to go over your debt-relief options. The office # for Parkes Law Group, LLC's Bankruptcy Law Office is 303-781-1533.

Todd is the managing partner of the Denver office of Lewis Brisbois Bisgaard & Smith LLP and is the national chair of the firm's Antitrust and Competition and Government Investigations practice groups.

Sandra J. Nettleton recently retired as an experienced attorney in Colorado in her own General Practice Firm, The Nettleton Law Firm. Sandra's objective is to provide the one-on-one contact and personalized service that every person seeking legal help deserves. She brings with her life experiences to apply to each individual and each case solving their particular set of circumstances. Everyone needs help now and then and she is here to help. Before her retirement Sandra focused her practice primarily on real estate, civil litigation and bankruptcy. Sandra has retired, but she is willing to offer advice and...

I am a corporate finance transactions lawyer trained in tax and securities regulation. I am typically involved in equity and debt financings of small and middle market companies, but have occasionally been asked to represent one or more parties in $500 million + sized deals. Our firm is a 76 year old 50 lawyer full service group based in Denver with many experienced lawyers bearing recognitions on lists such as Best Lawyers in America, SuperLawyers, Top 100 [insert speciality] Lawyers in America, and the like.

CHRISTINA L. DIXON is the Managing Member and Lead Attorney at The Dixon Law Firm, LLC in Denver, Colorado. Ms. Dixon is licensed with the Colorado State Supreme Court, the United States District Court for the District of Colorado and the United States Tenth Circuit Court of Appeals. Christina Dixon has successfully defended insurers and their insureds in a wide of range of cases. She regularly handles first-and third-party bad faith cases, coverage litigation, employer liability, and catastrophic losses. Christina continues to act as litigation and monitoring counsel for insurers involving multiple lines. Ms. Dixon is actively participates in...

Chad is a midwest transplant who fell in love with Colorado's blue skies and great outdoors. Prior to law, he served as a pararescue candidate and crew-chief in the United States Air Force in Japan, Korea, the Phillipines, Texas, and Virginia and also worked in financial planning and banking. He studied law at DePaul University College of Law in Chicago before returning to Denver where he practices estate planning, business law, and probate administration and litigation. His main goal is to help families understand their options during difficult times and help clients avoid litigation and conflict through advanced estate planning.

Roger Castle has over 35 years of experience helping clients in Denver and throughout Colorado receive the compensation they are owed after an accident. Our experience allows us to be acutely aware of potential problems our clients are facing. Over the years, we have continually refined our practice in an effort to give our clients the best representation possible. Roger has been rated "AV" by his peers (the highest rating for both legal ability and ethical standards) for more than 25 years in the national Martindale-Hubbell lawyer directory. He was selected to be one of The Best Lawyers...

Michelle has worked on immigration cases at USCIS, Immigration Court and at Consulates around the world. She has represented clients from China, Cambodia, Mexico, Colombia, Guatemala, Congo, Tunisia, France, UK, Australia, Angola, Argentina, Brazil, Venezuela, Costa Rica, Honduras, Egypt, Nigeria, Togo, South Africa, Ethiopia, Somalia, Sierra Leon, Yemen, Afghanistan, Turkey, Kazakhstan, South Korea, the Philippines, Myanmar, Bangladesh, Pakistan, Israel, Estonia, Germany, Italy, Romania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, India, Poland, Cuba, Ecuador, Libya, the Dominican Republic, Azerbaijan and Eritrea.
As a military veteran Michelle focuses pro bono time on military immigration cases.

I am a client-centered attorney with skill in managing courtroom proceedings and a proven record of success. With 8 years experience as an associate with established law firms in the Denver area, I have managed a large and diverse caseload in both litigation and non-litigation roles, and I always work to ensure my clients' interests are represented. I have successfully represented clients in a variety of cases, including criminal trials. I also provide general legal advice and services. I am a leader with extensive mentoring experience. As an active member of the community through my work with the Colorado...

Randy S. Metz is a Partner at Park & Metz, LLP. He focuses his practice on complex civil litigation matters. Over the past nine years, Randy has represented and advised insurance carriers and their policy holders and self-insured corporations in connection with a wide range of civil litigation matters in Pennsylvania’s state and federal courts. These include personal injury, property damage, premises liability, auto negligence, construction defect cases, products liability, breach of contract, indemnification, government immunity and defamation. Randy has argued before the Pennsylvania Superior Court and Pennsylvania’s trial courts throughout the Commonwealth. In 2010, Randy was selected...

Alan Feldman is a Martindale Hubbell AV Preeminent Rated lawyer and a founding partner of Feldman & Wertz, LLP. He has a 17-year proven track record of resolving legal matters successfully and efficiently for his clients and maintains clients today from his first days practicing law. Alan grew up in Armonk, New York and London, England and is a 1999 graduate of Rutgers School of Law and also attended the The New England School of Law in Boston with Honors. Alan’s practice is focused and dedicated to the efficient handling of legal matters both in and out of...