Evergreen Lawyers

I practice primarily civil litigation, family law, and probate. My office is located in Elizabeth, Elbert County, but I regularly practice in courts all over the state of Colorado. I previously practiced, primarily bankruptcy/creditors' rights, civil litigation, and family law, in Alabama and Arkansas for several years.

Mr. Merson is a criminal defense attorney practicing in Longmont, CO. James Merson was a public defender in Greeley from 2005 to 2019, and was awarded "Attorney of the Year" in 2010. Mr. Merson provides criminal defense representation to clients throughout Northern Colorado. His areas of practice include felony charges, misdemeanor charges, sex offense charges, DUI's and DWAI's, drug charges, and domestic violence. James Merson believes providing the best possible defense to each of his clients is his top priority. If you need the services and legal representation of an experienced defense attorney, contact James Merson at Merson Law Office,...

Child custody, support and divorce are difficult to navigate on your own. I provide a road map through the legal system with as much or as little assistance as you need in getting you and your family through with dignity and a vision for your future. Full service divorce representation available as well as unbundled consultation and drafting assistance.

Stephen Cook earned his J.D. in 1975 from the University of Colorado and, after serving as an associate with the personal injury law firm of Bragg & Dubofsky for two years, he opened his own practice in 1978. Since that time, he has been helping lead his Colorado neighbors every day for over 40 years.

Stephen Cook has procured substantial settlements or judgments for dozens of clients. In 1993, for instance, he won what was at the time the largest toxic tort jury verdict in Colorado obtaining over $3,000,000, with interest and punitive damages, against Louisiana Pacific Corporation.

In addition to his...

Our goal is dismissal or not guilty. Discovering the true story of your starts on day 1. It starts with you and your experience. It continues as we learn about the witnesses, police response, prosecutors and society. Motives, pressures and other blinders lead to false beliefs or false accusations. As we learn the true story, we investigate to support it, and to disprove the prosecution story. Its basis is found in science and psychology. The true story of your case provides the best way to win at trial. It also allows gets to the best...

Stephen Burg is a trial attorney at the law firm Burg Simpson Eldredge Hersh Jardine, P.C. Mr. Burg’s practice is focused on representing victims of auto crashes, personal injury, trucking accidents, product liability injuries, gas explosions, wrongful death, and harmful drug products.

Mr. Burg has been recognized for his legal excellence both nationally and locally. He was named as a “Recommended Attorney” by the U.S. Legal 500. He is named a “Top 100 Trial Lawyer” by the National Trial Lawyers. 5280 magazine has named Mr. Burg a “Top Lawyer.” Mr. Burg has been admitted as a member of the “Multi-Million Dollar...

Ralph (Rick) Martin,patent reg. no. 32267, has issued over 1000 patents since 1986 using his B.S. Physics from Bucknell University, 1966.Prior to law school at age 40, Rick was an IBM computer salesman in NYC and then managed a 40 person software firm. Rick himself invented a space weapons system, US Pat 9,346,563, and authored a fiction submarine novel RUSSIAN DECEPTICON on Amazon. Rick helps clients with business plans and marketing as well. His team includes full time litigators who have gone against Walmart, Lowes, Apple and others for solo inventors on full or partial contingent patent infringement lawsuits.Rick helped...

Scott Brenner is a Member of Thomas P. Howard, LLC. His practice focuses on all aspects of trademark prosecution and litigation, unfair competition, domain name disputes, copyrights, and related protection of intellectual property. Scott handles all areas of trademark prosecution and litigation, copyright registration and enforcement, and unfair competition disputes. He is admitted to the Colorado Bar and the U.S. District Court for the District of Colorado. He advises clients on developing and protecting their intellectual property. He counsels clients on strategic plans for managing, enforcing, and defending trademarks relating from coaching services to apparel to nutritional supplements. Scott has litigated...

Jeff focuses on family law and divorce issues and handles every aspect of his clients' cases. He is part of a larger network of select family law and divorce attorneys that share strategies and analysis in more difficult and complex cases. He is a mentor to new family law attorneys and is tough and aggressive when needed and conciliatory when such an approach benefits his clients. He enjoys chess, music (voice and piano); working out (gym); hiking; bicycling; reading; word games (e.g. scrabble, boggle).

Sean Walsh grew up in Denver, CO and graduated from the University of Colorado business school in 2000. He graduated from the University of Denver College of Law in 2003, passed the Colorado State Bar and has been practicing in Denver, CO ever since. He is a trial attorney who specializes in motor vehicle accidents, personal injury, medical malpractice, and other forms of civil litigation. He is an active member in the Colorado and Denver Bar Association, Colorado Trial Lawyer’s Association as well as the National organization of the American Association of Justice. Sean Walsh, along with his partner,...

I have represented or provided animal law consultations to hundreds of people over the past 8 years. If you hire me for an initial consultation, I will be thorough and will tell you exactly how I assess your pet legal problem. I do not believe in sugar coating bad news. I have seen and handled so many different types of pet/livestock cases that I have a different perspective from the generalist who dabbles in animal law. I endeavor to give you as many low-cost options as I can, including do-it-yourself if that is what you can afford. My goal...

Darin's practice is exclusively dedicated to family law since 2005. His practice focuses on all areas of family law, including divorce and post-decree matters, interstate cases involving custody (UCCJEA) and child support (UIFSA), as well as paternity actions, guardianship matters and adoptions. Darin is committed to providing thoughtful, compassionate and sensible representation to his clients facing sensitive and compelling family law issues. Through settlement negotiations, where possible, or trial advocacy, when necessary, Darin strives to meet each client’s unique objectives and to protect each client’s particular needs. Having worked closely with judges as a judicial law clerk, Darin...

I am the founder of Jordan Law. Our personal injury attorneys work vigorously to represent victims of others’ negligence and their loved ones. With more than 18 years of combined legal experience, they have a sophisticated and in-depth understanding of the legal system in the state of Colorado. In past cases, they have been able to recover millions of dollars for their clients and will promise to give that same care and attention to you and your case. For a free case evaluation, please call Jordan Law today. ...

I've worked with families from all walks of life during some of their greatest personal struggles, which gives me a unique view into the dynamic and complex relationships within families. I provide an empathetic and client-focused practice to help people with family law matters, including divorce and child protection litigation.

Said started his career in Denver as a general practitioner handling cases in DUI/DWAI law, family law, and much more. Said has been helping Coloradoans with many different legal situations that arise with fair-priced service. When you hire Said to represent your case you will have one of the hardest working attorneys in town, and someone that truly cares about the results of your case.

Immigration Attorney Bobbie C. Masters has dedicated herself to the practice of U.S. Immigration Law. She handles all types of immigration cases on behalf of immigrants desiring to become lawful residents of the United States. Attorney Masters has distinguished academic credentials. After graduating from the University of Montana School of Law, Attorney Masters obtained an advanced LLM (“Masters of Laws”) degree from American University Washington College of Law in Washington D.C.. This advanced law degree was in International Law with a focus in human rights. While living in Washington D.C., Attorney Masters worked on multi-billion dollar antitrust litigation and represented...

Carli is a licensed tax attorney and managing associate here at Boxelder, executing high-level tax resolution case work, and regularly conducting negotiations with the IRS and state authorities on behalf of our clients. Since graduating from Western Michigan University Cooley School of Law in May of 2021, Carli has continued to bolster her education while working at Boxelder simultaneously. Currently, she is studying at Washington University School of Law for her LLM in Taxation. Carli enjoys the upbeat environment here at Boxelder. Outside of work and school, Carli enjoys spending time with her husband, her bulldog Otis, and two lovely...

Mr. Williams' experience includes both trial and transactional work. Mr. Williams has appeared in Federal and State courts, representing individuals and businesses in various matters, including claims involving Employment Discrimination, Bankruptcy Adversarial Proceedings, Breach of Contract, Real Estate Disputes, Real Estate Partition, Real Estate Litigation, Shareholder Disputes, and Employee Stock Ownership Plans (ESOP). On the transactional side of his practice, Mr. Williams focuses on Private Placement Memorandum (PPM), Choice of Entities issues, Partnership Dissolution, Post-and-pre-nuptial Agreements, and Trusts and Estate Planning.

Douglas R. Griess is a partner with Hackstaff Snow Atkinson & Griess, LLC, in Denver, Colorado focusing on business law, estate planning, and intellectual property for small businesses. Early in his career, Mr. Griess learned contract analysis working on insurance coverage matters, commercial litigation, and construction defects. Mr. Griess opened The Griess Law Firm, LLC, in 2010 to provide business counsel to clients, and then merged with Hackstaff & Snow, LLC in 2016 to expand his practice areas and resources. He represents various individuals and businesses based in Colorado and around the nation in business matters, non-profit matters, transactions, civil...

Todd has been a Colorado licensed attorney since 2001. He especially enjoys the storytelling aspect of a trial practice. He relishes the opportunity to explain clients’ situations to judges and juries and to collaborate with, advise, and zealously represent clients in order to achieve the best possible result.

Todd is highly knowledgeable in guiding clients through the procedures of family law. This includes, for example, preparing clients for the experience of working with mental health, financial, parenting, and other experts.

After graduating from the University of North Dakota in 1998, Todd moved west for law school, where he obtained his law degree...

Susan Marie Pesch has concentrated her practice on family law since 1991. She has always viewed her legal career as a way to help people through some of the most vulnerable and challenging times in their lives. She believes that if parties can reach their own agreement and avoid protracted, expensive litigation, they are more likely to rebuild their lives and thrive afterward. She also understands that the only way out of the dissolution process is through it. Susan's client-centered ethos has allowed her to be a resource for her clients as well as a legal advocate. She has built a network...

Growing up on a farm in Erda, Utah taught me the value of hard work, tenacity, and integrity. These attributes have shaped my life. In high school, although I was undersized, I captained my football team's offensive and defensive lines and garnered all region and all state honors. I also dedicated myself to my studies, graduating second in my high school class, earning full tuition academic scholarships, and receiving Magna Cum Laude honors at BYU and Baylor Law School. My work ethic, tenacity, and integrity continue to motivate me as an attorney. I have tried twenty-three jury trials...

I am an experienced Colorado transactional attorney and commercial litigator with a focus on privacy and intellectual property claims. I was recently promoted to Shareholder and serve on the Ethics Committee for the Colorado Bar Association. Prior to joining the Firm, I served as General Counsel to a publicly traded intellectual property licensing company and served as Chief IP Counsel to a telecommunications company. I clerked for the Hon. Justice Alex J. Martinez (Ret.) of the Colorado Supreme Court.

Katherine Ellis was voted a "Rising Star" by Colorado Super Lawyers in 2014, 2015, 2016 , and 2017. and a Super Lawyer in 2022. In 2014, Ms. Ellis was named a member of the Fellows of the Colorado Bar Association. Katy served as vice-chair of the International Law Section of the CBA from 2012-2014 and as chair from 2014-2016. She has also served as President of the Byron White Inn of Court. Ms. Ellis represents clients in divorce and custody cases and with family law appeals. Ms. Ellis earned her bachelor's degree from Lewis & Clark...

T. Markus Funk is a partner in Perkins Coie’s Litigation practice and a member of the firm’s Investigations & White Collar Defense group. A seasoned trial attorney and investigator who helped establish the firm's Corporate Social Responsibility and Supply Chain Practice, Markus counsels corporate and individual clients in the areas of complex commercial litigation, internal investigations, compliance, and corporate white collar criminal defense. Markus focuses on corporate social responsibility and global supply chain compliance and due diligence, the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA), the UK Bribery Act, the California Transparency in Supply Chains Act, Corporate Social Responsibility, Trafficking & Supply...

Ryan M. Newburn’s practice areas include corporate formations, corporate governance, commercial contract negotiations, mergers and acquisitions, corporate finance, energy and natural resource law and contract general counsel services. Ryan’s clients have ranged from startups to billion dollar established enterprises and he has served as a key executive in numerous companies including as Vice President and General Counsel of ARB Midstream, LLC, Chief Commercial Officer and General Counsel of Black Canyon Midstream, LLC, contract General Counsel of Taproot Energy Partners, LLC and Vice President and Assistant General Counsel of American Midstream Partners, LP (NYSE: AMID). Mentored by the titans of corporate law...

As a former deputy public defender in Colorado, Denver criminal defense attorney Alan Davis gained invaluable experience in all types of matters ranging from low-level petty offenses to the most serious class of felonies. Now he brings that depth and breadth of skills to Colorado Legal Defense Group, where he works tirelessly to fight for his clients' rights and freedom.

In the majority of cases, Alan can negotiate very favorable settlements with prosecutors where charges get reduced or dismissed. Alan has even convinced prosecutors to dismiss a second-degree murder case. But if necessary, Alan is always prepared to fight zealously for...

Jennifer has been working closely with Neil since 2018. She is originally from a small beach town in Orange County, California. She earned a Bachelors of Science in Anthropology from the University of California, Santa Barbara. She went on to receive her Juris Doctor from John Marshall Law School in Chicago, Illinois. After surviving the Chicago winters, she moved to Denver, Colorado to enjoy the mountains and all the outdoor activities this wonderful city has to offer. Jenn is the heart and soul of the firm, expertly managing a heavy case load across all of the firm’s practice areas. She is always...

Se habla español. Denver criminal defense attorney Joseph Jestus began his career as a deputy public defender in Greeley, Colorado. As lead attorney in several felony and misdemeanor trials, Joseph mastered courtroom advocacy. He is also a seasoned negotiator, able to achieve charge reductions or dismissals for most of his clients without a trial.

Joseph earned his J.D. from the Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law, where he earned placement on the Moot Court Honor Society, Criminal Defense Clinic, Bet Tzedek Legal Services Clinic, and Suspension Representation Project. He earned his B.A. from Villanova.

Denver criminal defense attorney Mark Savoy had the best available training to fight criminal allegations: As a deputy district attorney with the 4th Judicial District Attorney's Office, Mark learned firsthand how "the other side" thinks. Now he uses that insider information to stay one step ahead of prosecutors in his pursuit of reduced and dismissed criminal charges for his clients.

Mark earned his J.D. from the University of Kansas School of Law. While in Kansas, he gained invaluable experience by working at Legal Aid and the Legislative Research Department. He is licensed to practice law in both Colorado and Kansas.

Colorado criminal defense attorney Kaitlin Johnson has devoted her entire legal career to defending people charged with crimes. She excels at negotiating favorable plea deals so clients can avoid the time and expense of trials. Kaitlin received her J.D. from the University of Denver Sturm College of Law and her B.A. from the University of Texas at El Paso.

Colorado attorney Jennifer K. O’Connell has been working with the Queener Law team in personal injury cases for years as co-counsel in auto-accident and tractor trailer collision cases. After moving to the Denver area, Jennifer officially joined forces with Queener Law to bring the hometown feel of the a small, family-style firm with national experience to the mountains.

Jennifer hails from the Great Smoky Mountains of Knoxville, Tennessee. After attending Appalachian School of Law and University of Tennessee College of Law, Jennifer practiced personal injury for nearly a decade across the state of Tennessee. In her practice, Jennifer handled cases involving...

Matthew Buck, Capo Regime of Red Law has successfully resolved numerous marijuana cases ranging from cultivation to RICO violations, and has assisted in the formation of grows, dispensaries, and MIPs across Colorado, from the Western Slope to Pueblo, County. Prior to working on marijuana cases, he represented hundreds of clients in immigration matters, including complex litigation against the Office of Immigration Litigation before the District of Colorado and the Tenth Circuit Court of Appeals.

Dan Vedra is a Colorado native and founding partner of Vedra LawLLC, one of the few law firms in Colorado focusing on consumer rights. Dan focuses on issues affecting consumers ranging from abusive debt collection and lending to bad faith insurance claims. He takes pride in standing up against large interests.

Dan grew up in Wheat Ridge, Colorado, and attended the University of Colorado in Boulder, where he graduated magna cum laude. After working in the financial services industry, he attended the University of Denver Sturm College of Law, where he was elected to the Order...

As Gavin Halligan grew up in Colorado there was never any question she would be a lawyer one day. Her parents just knew. Early in life, Gavin showed a strong sense of fairness and the seemingly innate ability to articulate it. Often.

A continual refrain in the Halligan home: “It’s not fair!” “Save it for when you’re a judge.”

Gavin attended The Catholic University of America in Washington, D.C., then the University of Denver Sturm College of Law – where, as predicted, she loved the law while discovering an affinity for litigation. She chose family law because it offered her the chance...

Joe concentrates on personal injury, car accident, semi-truck accident, drunk driving injury, brain injury, neck and back injury, and defective product cases. He is highly experienced in these areas and has an excellent track record. Joe spent his entire career helping personal injury victims recover from their injuries.

Joe is not only an experienced attorney but he fights for his clients, whether that means holding out for the best settlement offer or preparing and going to trial for his client's case. He is committed to providing quality legal guidance and direction to all of his clients and personally attends to each...

Neil is a relentless litigator who has proven himself time and time again before courts and juries alike. He utilizes a pragmatic, common sense approach to cases to ensure his clients end up in the best possible financial position. He seeks to avoid expanding litigation unnecessarily, streamlines all of his cases, and tries only the operative claims to avoid additional expenses to the client. Neil is originally from Pittsburgh, PA. He finds that his blue collar upbringing is an asset and clear advantage over his competition. He earned his Juris Doctor with two academic emphases in corporate and commercial law...

I am an ex-prosecutor with nearly 30 years of criminal law experience. I do criminal law cases at the state and federal level and administrative cases at the appellate level. I am presently focusing on appellate and post-conviction matters, I have handled major federal and state drug cases, felony and misdemeanor Domestic Violence and drunk and drugged driving. I am also highly experienced in white-collar criminal cases. I tend to set cases for trial and push the DAs toward my clients' goals. I have tried about 120 cases over the years with a significant win rate. Staring in 2023, I have...