Toponas Lawyers

Jake Lilly is a distinguished trial attorney with over 120 trials to his name. Following a J.D. with a specialization in International Affairs from Cornell Law School in 2003, Jake joined the Army’s Judge Advocate Generals Corp. and volunteered for the 3rd Infantry Division and Baghdad. In the Army, Jake served as a Trial Counsel (Felony Prosecutor) and part time Military Magistrate Judge. Jake was responsible for cases involving Assaults, Sexual Battery, Drugs, Child Porn and Computer Crimes, DUI, Domestic Violence, Desertion and numerous other areas. He handled General Courts Martial, Special and Summary Courts Martial, Article 15 hearings,...

Modern estate planning for clients in Colorado, California, and the District of Columbia. We specialize in wills, trusts, and powers of attorney. Our highly innovative and personalized approach puts client interests first by creating custom solutions.

Michael became a lawyer in 2008 to dedicate his career to serving others and making a positive difference. As the oldest of seven children, he grew up with a high level of responsibility and an understanding of the importance of family.

Michael has had an extensive career working as an attorney in both the private and public sectors, yet he has also maintained an emphasis...

I specialize solely within immigration and nationality law in Denver and Boulder Colorado and have been practicing immigration law since 2002. I assist Denver, Colorado employers, Colorado employees, Colorado students, and Colorado families obtain visas and legal status such as change of status, permanent residence and visas to enter the US. I also assist Colorado immigrants with asylum, legalization, removal defense and citizenship Specifically, our office can assist with H1B visas, start up visas for entrepreneurs (E1 and E2), TN visas for Canadians and Mexican nationals, E3 visas for Australians, H2Bs, H3, O and P visas for Colorado...

Timothy Edstrom, J.D. Senior Managing Associate Attorney Tim Edstrom is a Senior Managing Associate at the Bagley Law Firm. While his current focus is in criminal defense and family law, he has extensive experience in a wide variety of legal fields that include workers’ compensation, immigration, Social Security, civil litigation for personal injury, business disputes, civil rights violations, sexual harassment, and securities regulation. When looking into Tim’s legal background, one will find that Tim has litigated some of the most high-profile civil rights cases in Colorado history, including the Michael DeHerrera and Juan Vasquez police brutality lawsuits. Tim has done more than 50 jury...

Charles E. Liken, J.D. Senior Managing Associate Attorney Charles E. Liken is a Senior Associate Attorney at the Bagley Law Firm. Charles specializes in Family Law, Criminal Defense, Estate Planning, & Probate. Charles is also a certified mediator as well as a Child and Family Investigator (i.e., a "CFI"). Graduating from Sturm College of Law in 2002 from Denver University, Charles has built his career on taking the time to listen and giving an honest assessment of where things stand in his clients' cases. Notably, Charles is a former Deputy District Attorney for the Colorado 12th District in Del Norte, Colorado. This brings...

As a Longmont attorney at Jorgensen, Brownell & Pepin, P.C., Todd Brownell handles a wide range of cases involving divorce and family law. He is passionate about protecting the rights and interests of the men and women he represents. He also assists clients with divorce-related issues such as child support, child custody, spousal maintenance, and debt division. He helps individuals remain calm during what is bound to be one of the most stressful and emotionally taxing moments in their lives. His well-versed knowledge also allows him to help clients with adoptions, grandparent visitation, and guardianships. Before joining our firm,...

Attorney Anne B. Jorgensen is backed by years of experience handling legal issues involving elder law. By focusing on this specific practice area, she is able to help her clients navigate through matters involving estate planning, probate, trust litigation, guardianships, and conservatorships. In every case, she strives to obtain positive results for her clients and works diligently to see that each client receives the care and attention they need from the day their case opens until the day their case is resolved. Before joining the firm. Ms. Jorgensen attended Arizona State University where she completed her Bachelor of Science...

Benjamin Kinney specializes in energy law and estate planning, particularly in oil and gas transactions. His law practice is focused on helping individuals and businesses navigate the many legal, regulatory and policy challenges in the energy industry. He works with mineral owners to negotiate and review leases, develop strategies for mineral holdings and other issues specifically related to individual and corporate mineral owners.

He also provides estate planning services including wills, trusts, healthcare directives, powers of attorney, and other documents. He is a certified Personal Family Lawyer and supports clients to make informed and empowered decisions about their families and wealth.

I'm a Fort Collins personal injury lawyer who represents people who've been injured by someone else's wrongdoing. I focus my practice on clients with traumatic brain injuries because those clients need the most help. But I work with clients suffering all kinds of personal injuries.

Eric Ballou represents people injured by individuals, corporations, and insurance companies, obtaining millions on their behalf at trial and in settlement. Raised in Madill, a manufacturing and agricultural county seat in southern Oklahoma with a grand courthouse in town square, he continues to rely on small-town values: hard work, relationship building, and willingness to help others in his practice today as a trial attorney at The Frickey Law Firm. Eric earns an excellent reputation in the legal community and forges strong working relationships with judges, mediators, and other attorneys. Taking a practical, no-nonsense approach to cases, he has the necessary expertise...

A courtroom lawyer who believes that good things come from standing strong and fighting your case.

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...

Michael Zimmerman is a partner at Hull & Zimmerman, P.C. where he handles cases regarding personal injury law, workers compensation law, and social security disability law. Zimmerman received both his bachelor's degree and Juris Doctorate from the University of Denver. Soon after completing his education in 1985, he worked as an insurance defense attorney. However, Zimmerman was dissatisfied working against the needs of injured people and joined Hull & Zimmerman, P.C. in 1992. Since joining the firm, he has chosen to pursue his goal of helping the injured and disabled receive legal assistance. He has served as an adjunct professor...

Having grown up in North Carolina, Rick Hull enrolled at Duke University where he graduated with a B.A. in 1983. He later obtained his Juris Doctorate from the University of Denver College of Law in 1986. Intent on protecting the rights of injury victims, Rick decided to partner with Michael Zimmerman to form their own law firm, Hull & Zimmerman, P.C. The firm specializes in personal injury law and is committed to educating clients in their legal matters. If you have been harmed by the negligent actions of another individual, Rick and his team may be able to help. Contact...

Sarah Lamborne received her Bachelor of Science in Biological and Cognitive Psychology with University Honors from the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor. Upon graduation, Ms. Lamborne worked as an au pair in a small village in northern France, and then joined the Peace Corps in Chad, Central Africa. Her experiences abroad have fostered a life-long love of travel. Ms. Lamborne worked as a Legal Assistant prior to law school at law firms in Ann Arbor, Michigan and Boston, Massachusetts. She assisted Attorneys on criminal, domestic relations, insurance defense, and medical malpractice cases. As a...

Jessica Breckenridge has devoted her practice to family law – divorce, custody disputes, child support, and spousal maintenance. She has a passion for helping families during some of the toughest times. Ms. Breckenridge is a fierce advocate for her clients, both in and out of a courtroom. She enjoys being in the court room being able to help tell her client’s stories, but she is also prepared to fight outside of court to try to come to a resolution that meets the needs of the family. Ms. Breckenridge recognizes that every family is different, and every case is different with different...

Steven is graduate of the University of Wyoming College of Law in 1993. Since that time, he has continuously practiced law. Mr. Holland is an active member of the Colorado, Nebraska and Wyoming State bars and is an active member of the United Methodist Church in Fort Collins. Steven is dedicated to providing professional services and obtaining superior results. Experienced to successfully get clients out of debt and build financially stable lives.

As a dedicated partner at Novo Legal Group, Bryce serves clients across the United States, representing them before U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), the Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR), the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA), and the Department of State (DOS). With a strong commitment to immigrants' and workers' rights, Bryce actively collaborates with labor unions to assist their members with immigration issues. In addition to his legal practice, Bryce frequently shares his expertise by providing legal analysis and explaining immigration law and policy on local news and radio programs. Memberships and Affiliations: Colorado Bar Association, Member Denver Bar Association, Member American Immigration...

When you are faced with legal matters, you need an experienced attorney with expert legal advice to represent you and your rights. You can trust Thomas C. Ridgely, Attorney at Law, proudly serving Fort Collins, CO for over 30 years. Known for his client-centered approach, he believes in listening to your situation and needs before considering your options. Your rights matter. That’s why Thomas C. Ridgely, Attorney at Law provides nothing but the best legal counsel for you, your business, and your family.

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.

Advocate. Counselor. Attorney. I work with residents in Colorado and many nearby communities on legal matters that are critical to their family. After law school, I spent years working with respected legal professionals on various family law matters, honing my skills and learning how to best serve our local community. In 2014 I decided to put my experience to work more directly and opened The Cossitt Law Firm. We provide comprehensive and advocacy with family law and estate planning matters. Are you going through a divorce? Trying to settle child custody disputes? Going through a...

Born in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, Josh moved to Colorado to attend law school at the University of Colorado Boulder after graduating with an undergrad degree from the University of Florida. Attracted by the culture of the west, and the call of the mountains, Josh quickly found a home in the CU Law community, and on the slopes of the Rockies. Like many entrepreneurs, Josh believes that “success” is more a product of freedom in your life than the cash in your bank account. It is that driving philosophy, among other things, that compelled Josh to start Troxel...

Attorney Christopher Cessna brings more than 10 years of experience helping clients properly handle their criminal charges, such as drunk driving offenses. Every case that the firm takes on will be handled with personalized service and close attention to the needs of the client. The Law Office of Christopher H. Cessna has obtained countless dismissals on the behalf of its clients. Call the firm today to set up a consultation!

Providing caring, experienced service in the areas of family law, criminal defense, consumer bankruptcy, and personal injury since 1998. Vast experience litigating complex cases in state and federal courts. Down to earth style, reasonable fees.

Dr. Roz Maiorino is a dual trained medical doctor/attorney with over 9 years of experience in providing corporations with general counsel legal services relating to corporate life cycle, including advising on corporate formation, employment agreements, employment termination, sales or service contracts, licensing agreements, partnership agreements, and corporate dissolution. As a former patent examiner with the Unites States Patent and Trademark Office, Dr. Maiorino has over 5 years of experience in prosecuting and examining patent applications in the fields of medical devices and surgical equipment.

EDUCATION

J.D., Catholic University of America, Columbus School of Law, 2007

M.D., The George Washington University, School of...

Jodi is a founding Partner in Martin Law Office LLC and has 18 years of experience as an attorney. At Martin Law Office LLC, Jodi focuses her energy and legal experience on providing legal services to a diverse client base, to include a focus on legal matters impacting the LGBT community, their allies, and individuals impacted by HIV. Jodi works with clients to strengthen and protect themselves and their families through planning and when necessary, litigation.

Stephanie Bergner was licensed to practice law in the state of Colorado in October, 2012. Shortly after, she started the Bergner Law Office. The Bergner Law Office specializes in family law and civil litigation. We recognize the collateral aspects of divorce and custody disputes and always attempt amicable resolution before heading to the courthouse. Bergner Law Office is focused on addressing the emotional and financial impact that legal proceedings have on both parents and children. We offer income-based fees for legal services and are driven to provide quality, affordable, and efficient legal services that are accessible to...

Real estate, finance and business attorney, Chelsea Rae Clark’s general legal practice focuses on commercial real estate and business law including purchase and sale transactions, land use and development planning matters, as well as business and corporate transactions. Chelsea is also suited for practice as a lawyer for charitable organizations and municipalities across the state, and she is familiar with federal regulations, local land use codes, as well as county and state policy.

Originally from South Dakota, Chelsea was raised in Fort Collins, Colorado, and has lived most of her life along the Front Range and in the...

Being charged with a crime puts your life in the hands of a judicial system that all too often does not care about the truth - the truth of who you are, the truth of what happened, the truth of what a conviction would mean for you and your loved ones. It is an experience that is terrifying and leaves you feeling lost, powerless, and unheard. I've dedicated my life to being a voice for the accused, because the truth is no matter the situation, you also have a story to tell and deserve to be heard. Whether that means fighting...

I am a healthcare practice attorney representing physicians, dentists and other healthcare providers on a variety of issues in their practices including Employment Contract Review and Drafting, Licensure and Disciplinary Matters, Practice Start-Up / Formation, Compliance with Laws and Regulatons, Employment law relating to office and staff matters and Collections of Debts and Accounts receivable for healthcare practices and non-healthcare businesses and individuals.

I focus my practice exclusively on appellate representation. I clerked for a total of four years for three different judges on the Colorado Court of Appeals and Colorado Supreme Court, providing me with a unique perspective on the practice before these tribunals. In law school, I excelled in mock appellate advocacy, winning the regional competition for western states and placing in the national competition. The areas of law in which I have experience are varied and include: family law, litigation, business transactions, non-profit, employment, land use, estate planning, constitutional law, general counsel for small governments, special districts, guardian ad...

Straight talk is what you’ll get from us. We listen, two heads (yours and ours) are better than one. Your case affects your life – we don’t make a claim or file a lawsuit without fully communicating with you about your reasonable needs and objectives. We are not a “volume” law firm, and have never advertised. All of our work has been done on a referral basis since 1992! We do our best to help with all of the “other” stuff that comes with a significant injury to a family member – sorting out the domino effects...

John has practiced law in Boulder Colorado since 1975. John has represented individuals and small businesses in a variety of matters, including divorce, family law, civil litigation and real estate. He has been the co-chair of the Boulder County Family Law Committee and served as associate judge of the Louisville Municipal Court.