Powderhorn Lawyers

I have practiced law in Mesa County where she has litigated many types of cases with a reputation for being organized, thorough, and an advocate for others. I have tackled many types of complex legal issues in the courtroom. As a former prosecutor, I understands the high stakes and emotional toll on families during their divorce and family law matters. Over the years, I have worked with numerous victims and families and recognizes that each person is uniquely situated. I know it is important to reach amicable resolutions for my clients and find creative outcomes tailored to a client’s individual...

Carisa Acker puts her clients first. She treats every person with courtesy and respect. She is dedicated to achieving the best possible outcome for every client. She is an effective, passionate advocate who takes the time to listen and to understand their specific needs and challenges. Simply put, Carisa Acker provides confident, compassionate representation. Serving Westren Colorado. Initial consultations are free. Payment Plans are available. Evening and Weekend appointments are available. 1-970-812-4111 (Phone) 1-877-333-9830 (Toll -Free)

Ms. Martinez is licensed to practice law in Colorado, Wyoming and Montana. Ms. Martinez focuses her practice primarily on Family Law, Collaborative Family Law, Real Estate Law, and Probate and Estate Administration. PRIOR EXPERIENCE For many years, prior to becoming an attorney, Ms. Martinez worked in the finance industry as a Vice President of commercial loans. After graduating from law school, she practiced in Montana for a large firm where she gained experience in complex commercial transactions and litigation. She then acted as general counsel for a financial holding company and its subsidiary bank and wealth management company where she had exposure to...

Amos L. Soignier is originally from Southern Louisiana. Mr. Soignier received a BA from Fort Lewis College in 1999 and his law degree from the University of Idaho School of Law in December of 2003, and has practiced law in Durango since 2004.

In addition to his law practice, Mr. Soignier is an avid outdoorsman, enjoying Colorado activities like hiking, camping, boating, ski, snowboarding and the like. Mr. Soignier has lived in the Durango area for over 20 years and is intimately familiar with the Durango community and caters to the needs of families in the southwestern Colorado.

John B. Rediker has a varied litigation practice which involves real estate litigation, construction litigation, landlord tenant law, environmental law, securities litigation and general commercial and business litigation. Mr. Rediker has litigated a number of complex multi-party cases before state and federal courts throughout the state of Colorado and the United States. A former attorney at preeminent class action law firm in New York City, Mr. Rediker has broad experience in all phases of litigation for a variety of class action securities and consumer fraud cases. Mr. Rediker was a member of the trial team for In re Walt...

Kip O’Connor was raised in a military family with a strong tradition of military service. Both of Kip’s Grandfathers, his Father and two uncles were all career Naval Officers.
Kip Graduated from the United States Naval Academy in Annapolis, Maryland in 1989 and was commissioned an Officer in the United States Navy. He served in the United States Navy as a Naval Warfare Officer for seven years. After leaving the Navy, Kip worked as a chemical engineering, where he developed and interest in the study of law.
In 2000, Kip graduated from University of Baltimore School of Law with...

EDUCATION:
Boston University School of Law J.D.
New York University School of Law, LL
EXPERIENCE:
Ernst & Young, LLP, San Jose, CA
Nutter, McClennen and Fish Law Firm, Boston, MA
Howard, Rice, Nemerovski, Canady, Falk & Rabikin Law Firm, San Francisco, CA
O'Connor Cavanagh Law Firm, Phoenix, AZ

Based in the Aspen-Glenwood Springs area and specializing in the practice of criminal law in Western Colorado since 1973.