Pitkin County Lawyers

I graduated from Gonzaga University School of Law in 1979 and practiced law for a year before attending the University of Denver School of Law, where I earned a Master's in Tax Law in 1981. Immediately after graduating, I worked as a tax lawyer for Touche Ross in Denver, Colorado. In 1983, a client invited me to join his real estate company as in-house counsel, and I later started my own firm. Remarkably, I have been practicing law for over 40 years, which is hard to believe, even for me. Whether it's a bankruptcy case of legal malpractice case, I am...

Routinely receiving the highest testimonials from clients and colleagues, Todd Burnham has a long-standing reputation as a tenacious client advocate. He is a strategist who will analyze your case’s strengths and weaknesses, develop a precise game plan, and drive toward a successful resolution. Todd’s successful approach and winning track record has resulted in Burnham Law’s earned reputation as a firm that “Sets the Tone.” Most attorneys tend to either litigate or mediate – very few are proficient at both. Excellent advocacy requires an attorney who can see the “big-picture,” isn’t afraid of a courtroom, but always looks for the...

Licensed for over 15 years, Mr. Coward is a seasoned, skilled litigator with over 80 successful trials to date. An award-winning Colorado attorney, his practice areas include: Civil Rights Litigation, Employment Litigation, Criminal Defense and Military Court-Martial Defense. Mr. Coward is on the forefront of modern day trial practice and has represented many complex and high profile cases. Mr. Coward provides world-class representation and aggressively litigates on behalf of his clients. Mr. Coward has been selected for numerous awards including: a Super Lawyers Rising Star, one of the top 100 trials attorneys by The National Trial Lawyers, a top 10 under 40...

I worked for the insurance companies for 10 years before becoming a trial lawyer for the past 37 years. While working for the insurance companies I learned how insurance companies operate and gained valuable inside information. I have concentrated my practice in the area of personal injury including automobile accidents, premises liability, in adequate security, brain damage, and a variety of other types of cases. I am bilingual in English and Spanish.

I pride myself on the personal service we give to every client. I provide my cell phone number for 24/7 access to me personally. I...

Backed by more than a decade of legal experience, Attorney Rebecca M. Pepin has what it takes to streamline various family law matters involving divorce, child custody, child support, and more. Because she truly cares about the futures of her clients, she works hard to see that her clients feel secure and confident as their cases progress. Due to her extensive knowledge and years of practicing law, she has obtained positive outcomes for a countless number of clients. Before joining the firm, Ms. Pepin attended Pomona College where she earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Sociology. After completing...

I represent victims of wrongdoing in civil actions for money damages. My clients are personal injury victims and in cases of wrongful death cases, the decedents' families.

My clients are diverse. They range from a profoundly disabled son of Hispanic American farm laborers, a disabled child who was a victim of medical malpractice, and a family whose children and grandchildren were wrongful death victims in a fiery Nebraska trucking accident. Additionally, my clients have included a top level television executive, top level investors, public figures, executives, foreign nationals, and professional athletes.

My cases have included: traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord...

Since 1986, Liberty Law Center has been offering assistance to clients dealing with criminal, DUI, and traffic charges. In 2016, we expanded our services to include divorce and other family law matters. Our approach is centered on doing what's best for our clients, and we achieve this by establishing a respectful and supportive environment. We strive to ensure our clients receive the highest quality service and legal representation possible. At Liberty Law Center, we view our clients as good people who deserve to be treated with compassion and empathy. Our mission is to provide a safe space where our clients can...

Mr. Deere represents clients in immigration, criminal defense and personal injury cases. Mr. Deere has received an AV Preeminent® Peer Review Rating in the areas of immigration law, litigation and general practice, and has been named a Top 40 Under 40 lawyer by The National Trial Lawyers organization in the areas of criminal defense and plaintiffs litigation. He has extensive courtroom experience ranging from small matters to multi-million dollar, complex litigation matters. He has represented clients in state court at the trial, appellate and Supreme Court levels, as well as in Federal District Court, and the Federal...

Mr. Bryant has lived in Colorado Springs since he was fifteen years old. He has grown up in this community and wanted to return to it after he graduated from the University of Kentucky College of Law. He started practing law in 2006 when he started his career at the El Paso County District Attorney's Office. During that time, he prosecuted cases ranging from traffic tickets, Misdemeanors, and DUI's, to homicides and high-profile sexual assault cases. Mr. Bryant started his practice in May of 2012. His goal is to aggressively represent clients and their interests in order...

Ali was born and raised in Southern Kansas. Ali began her career as a general practitioner in Iowa, handling casing in the areas of family law, juvenile law, real estate, and estate planning. Ali has now dedicated her practice to solely family law. Ali recently relocated to Colorado with her husband. They love taking full advantage of the many ski resorts and mountains to hike.
• Ali is an avid Nebraska Cornhuskers’ fan.
• Ali enjoys running and hiking in her free time.
• Ali and her husband have an adorable and ornery Siberian Husky.

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Ali is keenly aware of the toll family law cases...

After serving honorably in the United States Marine Corps, John got his undergraduate degree from UC Berkeley. During law school, John spent two years working in private criminal defense as an intern and participated Denver Law Criminal Defense Clinic where he represented underprivileged defendants in criminal matters.

After law school, John worked as a Judicial Fellow for the Fourth Judicial District. He then accepted a position as a Deputy District Attorney with the 4th Judicial District Attorney's Office in El Paso County where he honed his trial skills. John worked for an insurance litigation firm in Denver before starting...

Steven Visser is an attorney who has practiced law since 2001. He is a former Deputy County Attorney and has been in private practice since 2004 where he specializes exclusively in family law including divorce, child custody, child support, parenting time and contempt of court matters. Steve received his law degree from Valparaiso University School of Law in 2000, a Masters Degree in Public Administration from Indiana University in 1997, and an undergraduate degree in Criminal Justice in 1994. Steve has also been appointed as a Special Master and Arbiter to assist parties in family law matters regarding their personal property division.

Ms. Adams represents clients in various criminal matters, including DUI and DWAI, Drug Crimes, Domestic Violence (Felony and Misdemeanor), Property Crimes (Criminal Mischief, Burglary, Criminal Trespass, Identity Theft, and Theft), Forgery, Fraud, Violent Crimes (Assault, Robbery, and Menacing), Traffic and Driving Offenses, Weapons Cases, and Escapes. Ms. Adams also has experience with Post-Conviction Issues and appeals and with civil matters ranging from protection orders to personal injury.

In the Family Division, Ms. Adams represents individuals dealing with protection orders, no contact agreements, separation agreements, divorce, and custody.

Ms. Adams received her Law Degree from University of California, Berkeley’s Boalt Hall School of...

Colorado Springs, Pueblo & Denver income tax lawyer J. David Hopkins vigorously represents clients in IRS audits, tax appeals, tax collections, and Federal courts. He has extensive experience representing small business owners, self-employed, divorced spouses, non-filers as well as individuals with all varieties of tax issues. He has saved taxpayers hundreds of thousands of dollars in tax liabilities and protected assets from seizure by helping clients understand and enforce their rights in tax proceedings. Mr. Hopkins attended the University of Denver Sturm College of Law, where he served as Editor of the Denver Tax Law Journal, ranking member of...

Gary S. Craw is a highly experienced Colorado personal injury lawyer. He has been a Colorado trial lawyer practicing in Colorado Springs since 1979. Gary works for persons and families who need expert legal help with personal injury and wrongful death claims. Gary has successfully handled personal injury cases involving car accidents, truck accidents, motorcycle accidents, medical malpractice, hospital malpractice, nursing malpractice, defective products, slip and fall injuries and other accidents that have resulted in serious personal injury or death claims.

In addition, Gary helps persons who have been treated unreasonably and unfairly by an insurance company. Often, insurance companies...

Clifton Black is a veteran attorney and life-long Colorado Springs resident. Cliff began his career as a sole practitioner in 2000, when he discovered a passion in practicing criminal defense while representing a family friend in a DUI matter. For much of his career he practiced as a criminal defense attorney and assisted thousands of clients in this area of law. Cliff has always advocated for his clients and has their best interest when fighting for them. With the legalization of medical marijuana, Cliff began practicing in this area representing the marijuana industry in 2009. At that time...

Timothy Bussey is an experienced criminal defense attorney. He has two decades worth of experience in different areas of criminal defense. Timothy Bussey chooses to defend those who are being accused. It is his mission to counsel the accused and takes pride in fulfilling the trust his clients put on him.

Stephen E. Berken STEPHEN E. BERKEN is a partner with Berken Cloyes, PC. His practice focuses on areas of consumer bankruptcy law. Mr. Berken earned his B.A. degree, cum laude, from the University of California in 1981, and his J.D. degree from Hastings College of the Law, University of California in 1984. Mr. Berken is a frequent lecturer before various professional groups. Mr. Berken handles cases involving Chapter 7 and 13, defense and prosecution of bankruptcy adversary matters. He is the Colorado state chair for the National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys....

Joe Maher stands ready to help good people in difficult times. Joe knows exactly what you are up against. Standing up to criminal or DUI charges will be one of the most trying times you will face in life. You must have a team standing next to you prepared to fight with the skill and determination to win. Maher & Maher Law PC is that team. Joe served as a prosecutor in El Paso county Colorado for five years prior to starting his own practice. There is no replacement for a lawyer’s ability to analyze a case like a prosecutor. Joe developed...

Scott Robelen is a Board-Certified personal injury trial attorney. Scott is a veteran litigator who has tried more than 300 cases to jury verdict over his legal career. Opposing counsel knows and respects that he will take meritorious cases to trial with extreme preparation and skill. Scott has extensive experience handling complex commercial litigation, industrial accident litigation, and catastrophic injury litigation. His verdicts have impacted the policies of police departments, correctional facilities, human resource departments, emergency rooms, universities, insurance, and corporations. Scott Robelen was admitted to the State Bar of Texas in 1989 and is licensed to practice in the United...

Mr. Lawrence is originally from Arkansas. He went to school and initially clerked at a firm in Fayetteville, Arkansas while attending the University of Arkansas. After schooling, he moved to Colorado. After passing the bar, he clerked at a personal injury firm for several year. At this firm, he gained experience taking matters to trial and a writing several appellate briefs to the Colorado Supreme Court and Colorado Appellate Courts. He even began handling several criminal matters. After leaving this firm, he began working for himself. His practice focused on criminal defense, including DUI Defense and...

Attorney Jason D. Levy is a partner with the Cook, Bradford & Levy, LLC, law firm, which has offices in Lafayette and Denver, Colorado. A highly seasoned trial attorney with more than 13 years of legal experience, Mr. Levy represents the rights and interests of those who suffered an injury or lost a loved one as the result of someone else's negligence or wrongdoing.

Along with handling all types of personal injury and wrongful death claims arising from motor vehicle accidents, dangerous property conditions and other preventable tragedies, Mr. Levy also represents aggrieved employees with their workplace harassment claims, and he...

I am a Colorado Springs DUI, criminal defense, and immigration attorney. Generally, I help people in trouble. I specialize in DUIs and traffic, criminal defense, military courts-martial and separations, and appeals. I am a former prosecutor and Navy JAG attorney. From minor offenses to homicides and other major felonies, I have experience both in trials and appeals on both sides of the system to help you. I have helped those in all walks of life who need someone in court, from soldiers, nurses, and construction workers to police, pastors, local politicians, and fellow attorneys. ...

Cameron is an estate planning and business attorney licensed in Colorado. He works as in-house counsel for the blockchain company Block Convey, located in New York City. He speaks Italian at an intermediate level and his favorite hobby is tennis.

Rachel E. Ellis of Livelihood Law, LLC is an advocate for workplace fairness and the advancement of employee rights. Ms. Ellis provides counsel to private sector and federal government employees; representative matters include discrimination, retaliation, sexual harassment, unpaid commission and wages, contractual disputes, non-competition agreements, severance negotiations, and unemployment benefits. Additionally, she is fiercely devoted to legislative efforts that protect Colorado workers.

Ms. Ellis also helps people who can no longer work get the social security disability benefits they have earned. This process can be long and confusing, which is disheartening, but she helps clients through the process from application through...

Attorney Nathan Davidovich places top priority on representing clients vigorously and ethically to achieve the best results possible.

Attorney Davidovich has been a trial lawyer during his entire career and has appeared in Colorado State and Federal trial and appellate courts as well as trial courts in California, New Mexico and Tennessee. He specializes in employment litigation and complex civil litigation and has been involved in many jury trials in both State and Federal Courts.

Davidovich Law Firm, LLC is an experienced litigation & problem management law firm. We pride ourselves in handling efficiently & professionally, virtually all kinds of complex litigation....

Harlan Law, PC handles serious personal injury and employment litigation in San Diego and surrounding areas. Jordon is available for a free consultation to discuss your questions and your case. Jordon attended University of San Diego School of Law. There, he was invited to compete nationally on both his law school's trial team and appellate moot court team. During the same period, Jordon also interned for the San Diego District Attorney's Office and externed for the Honorable John A. Houston of the Southern District of California. While previously working as a defense attorney for the insurance companies...

Buscher Law provides efficient and effective legal advice to clients needing assistance with business law, real estate transaction, asset protection, estate planning, and intellectual property, as well as regulatory compliance in the cannabis, hemp, distributed ledger technology, and Buscher also works with both well known and up-and-coming musicians and athletes to help keep their interests protected. Alex Buscher founded Buscher Law LLC in 2018, initially providing legal advice to hemp companies in Colorado, and quickly realized most lawyers, bankers, and insurance companies were still not willing to take a risk on the legalized industry. This led to an expansion of...

Marshall R. Sumrall has a track record of obtaining high recoveries in difficult personal injury claims. In 2018 he was awarded the "10 Best Personal Injury Attorneys" designation by the American Institute for Personal Injury Attorneys. In 2023 he was awarded both the "Super Lawyers Rising Star" and "Best Lawyers Ones to Watch" honors. Marshall’s diverse background in law brings unique insight into situations where different fields of law intersect. For example, auto accidents often result in both criminal charges and a personal injury claim. Experience in both of these areas provides a more comprehensive view of the actors and legal...

I am a full-time criminal lawyer. That means I don't have a personal injury or divorce practice on the side. It takes all my time to know the details of criminal law better than anyone else. I get better results than other attorneys because I work harder and care more. I am the one who travels to the courthouse to track down the DA who won't call me back. I am the one who subpoenas records of government agencies just in case there is helpful evidence. I am the one who meets personally with every one of...

Bill is a trial lawyer focusing his practice on personal injury, negligence, and insurance bad faith cases. He has successfully obtained recoveries for individuals killed or injured in automobile accidents, car versus bicycle collisions, truck crashes, and those injured by dangerous property conditions.

Bill has been representing injured people since he began practicing law in 2005. He has developed courtroom expertise and experience that enable him to obtain just results for victims of negligence.

Bill enjoys the personal relationship that develops when working closely with a client to achieve the best outcome under the specific details of...

Attorney Jeremy Shufflebarger comes from a vast family of Colorado natives, and after moving around the United States has settled in Fort Collins, Colorado. Jeremy is a former judicial clerk for the Larimer County District Court in Colorado and the Laramie County District Court in Wyoming. He is well versed in a wide range of legal matters, including: domestic relations, mental health law, criminal defense, and general civil litigation. Jeremy is a University of Pittsburgh (Pittsburgh, PA) alumni as well as a graduate of University of Wyoming College of Law. During his time at the University of Pittsburgh, he...

Karlee Keller Stoppenhagen, a Colorado native, brings her unwavering dedication to individuals navigating complex family matters. Her practice is centered on family law, with a strong emphasis on high-net worth divorce, high-conflict custody battles, LGBTQ+ family issues, and matters related to spousal and child support. As the managing partner at Modern Family Law's Fort Collins office, she extends her expertise to families across northern Colorado, including Larimer and Weld county.

With over a decade of proven legal ability, Attorney Mark Solomon—founder of Solomon Criminal Defense—has earned a reputation as the Aurora criminal defense lawyer clients can trust, garnering a 10.0 Superb Avvo Rating, two consecutive years named to Rising Stars®, and an Avvo Clients’ Choice Award. Solomon Criminal Defense offers free consultations, so you can get started on understanding your case and planning for your future at no cost. They offer personalized service to help you feel confident about your options. Don’t fight your case alone. Call Solomon Criminal Defense today and get started on your case.

I am a Colorado lawyer working to assist individuals and businesses with business, property, and litigation matters. My practice is centered in northern Colorado. I have a special interest in property law, which includes easements and access issues, land use, boundary issues, conveyancing, title issues, HOA law, landlord/tenant matters, and eminent domain. I also have significant experience litigating property, business, and contract matters at the trial court level and appeals.

With nearly 70 years of combined experience, former Judge Joe Gama and attorney Richard Gama have dedicated themselves to personal injury cases ONLY because we believe that a 'jack of all trades is a master of none.' You won't see Gama Law Firm on tv commercials or billboards or radio ads. Instead, we have built our success on our reputation and word-of-mouth in the community. We attribute our success to a commitment to communication, honesty, fairness, and a good work ethic. Unlike many bigger law firms, when you hire us, you get us working on your case, not some legal...

Emily is a passionate advocate who sincerely cares about her clients. She understands that each situation is unique and will listen carefully to your needs. To help make legal access available to more people, her rates are more affordable than other attorneys in the area. Call Emily today to find out how she can guide you to obtain the best outcome in your case.

Bill is an attorney with over 24 years of legal experience in both the public and private sectors. Along with a JD degree, Bill received an advanced Masters Degree in Taxation (LLM) from the Sturm College of Law at the University of Denver School of Law. He is experienced in a broad range of legal fields including federal, state, and local tax matters, criminal matters, litigation, administrative hearings, contract and business agreement drafting, and estate planning and probate. Bill has also assisted clients in forming business entities, including limited liability companies, corporations, and non-profit corporations in Colorado. Bill...

Ben co-founded Volpe Law in 2020 to take his knowledge and experience in civil litigation and apply it in a local firm setting with accessibility to members of the community and local/regional businesses. Ben enjoys serving clients in both transactional and litigation matters. Some of the areas of law Ben and his firm excel in are construction litigation, liens, real estate disputes, business/partnership disputes, tort litigation, commercial litigation, leasing, and insurance. Ben and his attorneys enjoy helping their clients mitigate litigation risk through strong contract drafting and legal counsel on laws affecting clients and their businesses.   Prior to founding Volpe Law,...