Crested Butte Lawyers

I am a business and real estate attorney with a focus on commercial real estate transactions, including the acquisition and disposition of land, commercial and investment property, commercial development, industrial, office and retail leasing, and financing. I also handle related business transactions including formation of entities including for the purchase of real estate, membership interest purchase and sales, and business acquisitions and dispositions.

Richard Self joined Pless Law Firm in 2021, bringing six years of expertise in real estate and business transactions. He began his practice working in San Francisco focusing on construction related litigation. Rich went on to receive his masters from the University of Denver in Real Estate Development and then working at a mid-size firm where he provided counsel to real estate clients in a variety of areas including drafting and reviewing purchase and sale agreements, lease agreements, lease amendments, and other transactional agreements. He currently centers his practice around assisting clients with business governance documents, negotiation of commercial leases, loan...

William Morton joined Pless Law Firm in 2022 as Senior Counsel with the Firm’s expansion into the Texas market. Based in the Austin office, he specializes in assisting clients with raw land and developed properties, handling due diligence matters, drafting declarations and other restrictive covenants, construction contracts, and retail and office leasing. Additionally, Bill focuses on representing clients in the acquisition and redevelopment of existing office and retail sites. Prior to Pless Law, Bill worked in both large scale multi-disciplinary law firms and smaller boutique firms focused solely on commercial real estate. He has successfully represented developers from the acquisition stage...

Mr. Márquez has been practicing law since 2008, almost exclusively in family law. However, he has and continues to work in criminal defense. Mr. Márquez brings a fresh perspective to Law School Yes We Can, with an extensive background in the corporate world where he provided operational, technical, management, finance, and legal support to several corporations. Mr. Márquez acquired a BA from Westmont College where he double majored in Economics & Business and Physics. He went on to acquire an MBA from the University of Colorado at Denver with an emphasis in change management....

Weeks Law Group, LLC handles employment law and personal injury cases in Colorado and Arizona. If you have been wrongfully terminated or discriminated against by a Colorado or Arizona employer, we want to talk to you. If you have been injured in a personal injury accident in CO or AZ, we have the expertise to fight on your behalf. We have obtained sizeable, confidential settlements for our clients to help them heal and move forward. • Schedule a consultation: https://www.weekslawyer.com/schedule-consultation Attorney Weeks is a successful litigator with a proven track record, having worked for some of the largest civil litigation firms in the...

Leslie A. Tuft attended Stanford Law School, where she received the Hilmer Oehlmann Jr. Award for excellence in legal research and writing and the Lawrason Driscoll Moot Court Award. While at Stanford, Ms. Tuft served as Co-President of Stanford’s Kirkwood Moot Court program (2000-2001).

Ms. Tuft focuses her practice on construction defect litigation and related insurance issues and appeals. She has coauthored many articles and books concerning important construction defect, insurance, and ethics issues. She is admitted to practice before all Colorado courts.

Mr. Mandelaris is a seasoned trial lawyer located in Denver, Colorado Specializing in personal injury, car accidents, trucking accidents, premises liability, workers compensation, negligence, and complex commercial litigation claims. Mr. Mandelaris was admitted to the bar 2006 and has litigated hundreds of cases to successful conclusion for his clients. Mr. Mandelaris is admitted to practice law and Colorado in the US District Court for the District of Colorado.

Imagine if you could build your marijuana business with ease amidst all the confusion out there. You would make operating decisions with confidence, get accurate answers to your burning questions, and grow your business at the pace it deserves — not to mention save hundreds of headaches and thousands of dollars in the process.

Businesses in the cannabis industry deserve access to sound legal counsel just like any other industry. That's where I come in.

After nearly 10 years advocating for marijuana reform, I watched history being made in 2012 as Colorado passed the landmark Amendment 64 to legalize adult-use marijuana. ...

Guardian ad Litem (attorney representing the best interests of children in court involved matters) contracted through Colorado Office of the Child's Representative. OCR attorneys provide competent and effective legal representation to Colorado’s children involved in the court system because they have been abused and neglected, impacted by high conflict parenting time disputes, or charged with delinquent acts and are without a parent able to provide relevant information to the court or protect their best interests during the proceedings. I provide services as Guardian ad Litem in Dependency and Neglect matters; Juvenile Delinquency/Truancy; Domestic Relations; Adoption; and Mental Health cases. Juvenile Attorney...

Michelle Searcy has over a decade of significant family law practice in Colorado. While in law school, Michelle started honing her legal skills while working as student attorney, including representing clients in both civil and family law matters. Upon graduation, Michelle started her family law career in Denver. She provides her clients the knowledge and experience gathered during her ten plus years of domestic relations practice. She has handled a variety of family law cases from simple to complex, including dissolution of marriage, allocation of parental responsibilities, third-party parent cases, modifications, enforcement proceedings, child support and adoptions. Michelle also brings...

Max is focused on transactions, counseling and brand management for creators across the digital media landscape. His clients include influencers/content creators, podcast producers/hosts, musicians and songwriters, TV/film writers and producers, advertising, marketing and start-up businesses. His specialties include negotiation and document drafting social media, brand partnership and collaboration agreements, production services agreements, option agreements and recording contracts, distribution agreements, talent management agreements, as well as intellectual property registration and enforcement, entity formation, licensing and publishing agreements.

Max graduated from Southwestern Law School in 2013 and is licensed to practice in both the State of California and State of New...

Colorado criminal defense attorney Megan Scafiddi has vast experience winning charge reductions and dismissals in all types of criminal matters. She is especially skilled in handling serious felony motions and appellate cases. And she is devoted to clearing her clients’ records and restoring their rights. Megan Scafiddi earned her JD from California Western School of Law. And she received her BA from UC Irvine. The National Trial Lawyers has selected her as a Top 40 under 40. And AVVO granted her Client’s Choice status.

Kimberly Maher has lived and worked in Colorado Springs for more than 13 years. She graduated from Purdue University with a B.A. in Political Science. Kimberly then moved to Washington D.C. where she served as a legislative assistant for a Florida congressman. She worked on the House Education and Labor Committee and aided in the reauthorization of the Higher Education Act. Kimberly then returned to Colorado and graduated from the University of Denver Sturm College of Law. While in law school, Kimberly served as President of the Student Trial Lawyers Association. Kimberly worked for five years in two different Colorado jurisdictions as...

Recognized by 5280 Magazine as a Top Estate Planning Lawyer in Denver for 2021. I am dedicated to helping families and business owners protect their children and assets while building their legacy. Focusing on legacy planning for parents, estate planning and asset protection for high net worth families. I provide families with the guidance and the support they need to create an estate plan that protects their children, safeguards their wealth, and puts a flag in the ground for their legacy. Unlike other legal experiences, I take a human approach, eliminating the discomfort of speaking with a lawyer. Creating a customized...

I am who I am. I stand behind my work and will never say anything that I am unwilling to back up. I went to a Tier 1 level law school and graduated in the top half of my class even though I had a baby in my last year. I have negotiated against some of the very best lawyers in Colorado. I have taken on big fortune 500 companies. I stand up and fight for my clients, and it is easier for me since I actually know my clients. When I bump into...

Susan Chadderdon is a founding partner of Anaya & Chadderdon, P.C. in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Her law firm focuses on criminal defense cases including drug charges, domestic violence, and more. With over a decade of experience as a trial attorney, the defense lawyers at Anaya & Chadderdon are prepared to take on any criminal case.

Richard Travis is committed to providing thorough, effective, compassionate legal representation to all of his clients. Over the 23 years of practicing law, Rich has earned a reputation as a tough, aggressive, ethical litigator. He is licensed in the states of Colorado, Massachusetts, and Maine.

Rich began his law career in a small Boston firm. Then in 1993, he joined the Army’s Judge Advocate General’s Corp (JAG). While a JAG officer, Rich provided legal assistance to soldiers and their dependents. He also represented Evans Army Community Hospital in cases involving medical malpractice. However, for most of his military career, Rich was...

Phil Clark, J.D. Senior Associate Attorney Phil Clark is a seasoned criminal defense attorney whose legal pedigree spans five generations. His distinguished lineage includes Jonas J. Clark, appointed by President Abraham Lincoln as the United States Attorney for the District of Kansas City in 1861, and William Clark, the renowned explorer of the Lewis and Clark expedition. Mr. Clark earned his law degree from the University of Denver, where he demonstrated early excellence in trial advocacy. Prior to bar admission, he completed over 35 supervised trials—an extraordinary feat in modern legal training. In 1990, he passed the Colorado Bar Exam with such distinction...

Nick De Castro, J.D. Senior Associate Attorney Nick De Castro is a Senior Associate Attorney at The Bagley Law Firm, where he focuses on criminal defense, civil litigation, and personal injury matters. Originally from Baton Rouge, Louisiana, Nick earned a double Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Music from Birmingham-Southern College in 2017. He went on to receive his Juris Doctor from the University of Alabama School of Law, a nationally ranked institution, in 2020. A grandson of Cuban political refugees, Nick was inspired to pursue a legal career to safeguard individual rights and defend against governmental overreach. Prior to joining The Bagley Law...

Mallory Kindsfather, J.D. Associate Attorney at the Bagley Law Firm, LLC Mallory Kindsfather is an Associate Attorney who practices exclusively in the field of family law. With more than seven years of experience as a licensed attorney in Colorado, she has dedicated her career to guiding families through some of the most challenging moments of their lives. Prior to entering law school, Mallory gained valuable experience working as a law clerk and paralegal, giving her a well-rounded perspective on the legal profession from an early stage. Mallory is known for her empathetic yet honest approach to problem-solving. She provides thoughtful and effective...

Sam Townsend, J.D. Senior Associate Attorney Sam Townsend brings extensive experience in the practice of Family Law. Specializing in matters such as divorce, child custody, grandparent rights, as well as estate planning and probate. His practice spans a broad range of jurisdictions, having represented clients in numerous county and district courts across Colorado, from the eastern plains to the western slope, in addition to the Colorado Court of Appeals. Sam earned a Bachelor of Arts in History from the University of Virginia before pursuing his legal education at Vermont Law School, where he served as a committee chairman within the Environmental Law Society. Before...

Brad Laybourne represents clients in both personal injury and criminal defense. After graduating from the University of California School of Law, Brad worked as a prosecutor in Colorado Springs winning many convictions. Brad opened The Laybourne Law Firm where to help those who are seriously hurt in accidents and those who are wrongfully accused.

A Former Insurance Defense Attorney Specializing in Personal Injury & Bankruptcy

Ms. Welch is a former insurance defense attorney, who now thrives on fighting for the rights of victims of the negligence of others regarding personal injury and truck and auto accidents. She also helps her clients get back on their feet, financially, with her bankruptcy services.

She has received the following awards and recognitions for her dedication to the practice of law:

- Personal Injury Attorney of the Year (Colorado), as part of the Legal Elite Awards 2020 by US Business News.

- Selected as a Top 100 trial lawyer for the...

At Odle Law LLC, protecting our clients’ rights and dignity is our highest priority. We understand that bad things can happen to good people, and we make sure your legal matter impacts your life and your family as little as possible. Odle Law LCC is a full-service law firm in Colorado Springs, offering a variety of legal services led by the experienced and compassionate attorney Robert P. Odle. If you need attentive representation, and lawyers who will fight for your case, contact Odle Law today.

The Colorado Springs Law Office of John-Paul Lyle provides experienced and effective legal assistance in all areas of Colorado family law. Mr. Lyle’s steady and reassuring counsel will guide you through the emotional dynamics present in most Colorado Springs family law proceedings and provide legal closure to your family law matter.

Shawn Hillewaert joined Fisher and Associates after starting his legal career as an intern for a Denver-based corporation where he supported the in-house legal team and project engineers in developing a 1,000 turbine wind energy project and a 750-mile transmission line.

Mr. Hillewaert, a fifth generation Coloradan, received his J.D. from the University of Wyoming College of Law and holds degrees in Economics and Spanish from the University of Utah.

Prior to entering law school, Mr. Hillewaert enjoyed successful careers in call center management and as an underground miner. Outside of work, he enjoys spending time outdoors, whether it’s on his motorcycle...

If you are facing criminal charges, it may benefit you to contact Geoff Heim, Attorney, LLC. With more than 15 years of experience and a background in prosecution, Mr. Heim is able to maintain a thorough understanding of both sides of the criminal justice system. To schedule your free case evaluation with a criminal defense lawyer in Colorado Springs, do not hesitate to contact the firm today.

Located in Colorado Springs, CO, The Law Office of Stephen H. Swift, P.C. specializes exclusively in bankruptcy. We provide one-on-one service and a personalized debt solution for every client. Founder Stephen H. Swift has worked as a bankruptcy attorney for over 30 years. Both he and attorney Matthew Hansen bring much expertise to the table with their comprehensive understanding of and expertise in Colorado bankruptcy laws. The mission of the Law Office of Stephen H. Swift, P.C. is to strengthen individuals and families by resolving difficult debt situations. We strive to do this with excellence while respecting the dignity...

Justin grew up in a small ranching community in central Montana, earned a Bachelor's Degree in Criminology from U of M, and graduated Cum Laude from The Thomas M. Cooley Law School in Lansing Michigan.

A search for a prominent public defender system and his love for the mountains returned Justin to the west and introduced him to Colorado. Justin defended clients in the Colorado Springs Public Defenders Office for nearly five years before transferring to the Arapahoe County Office in Denver.

A long-dormant passion for teaching led Justin to a year teaching high school at...

Prior to establishing Gold Law, L.L.C., Matthew Spencer Gold was a felony prosecutor, serving Colorado's First Judicial District (Jefferson and Gilpin Counties). Matthew began working in the District Attorney's Office as a legal intern in 2011 and after becoming a sworn Deputy, worked his way up from handling misdemeanor and traffic cases to prosecuting all manner of felony cases up to and including First Degree Murder. During that time Matthew handled thousands of DUI and domestic violence cases. Matthew also worked in the Juvenile unit, where he gained specialized knowledge in the area of juvenile law. As a felony prosecutor,...

Patent attorney assisting small businesses and start-ups to protect their intellectual property with provisional patent applications, utility patents, design patents, and trademarks.

At Kristofco Law Firm, P.C., we listen to our clients. We understand that while some clients and disputes require litigation, trial, and appeal, not all clients and cases require this same approach. We understand that success comes in many forms and that there is no set formula for the prosecution or defense of a civil lawsuit. While the Firm is prepared and qualified to handle cases through trial and appeal, it is also skilled at achieving our clients' goals prior to verdict through success in pre-trial hearings, dispositive motions practice, arbitrations, and mediations. Simply put, we believe that successful outcomes...

My goal is always the same, to work closely with clients that find themselves in legal proceedings and to help them receive, from that process, the flexibility and options they need to live a meaningful and enriching life. The criminal justice system can stop a life right in its tracks. I try to help people return to that life as quickly and as fully as possible.

I am an attorney and CPA. I started my career with the Department of Justice, Tax Division, Western Criminal Enforcement Section in Washington DC where I prosecuted federal criminal tax cases around the country. I left the Justice Department in 2004, and have been in private practice ever since. I specialize in assisting taxpayers will all kinds of tax issues including audits, collection, employment tax and trust fund penalties, innocent spouse claims, cases before the United States Tax court, voluntary disclosures of offshore bank accounts, criminal tax matters, failure to file, filing false tax returns and tax...