Phippsburg Family Lawyers

Kresten Hendrix is a native of the Colorado Springs area and and has always been honored to serve his native community. For the past several years, while working for the law firm Modern Family Law, Kresten has been representing clients in their family law matters in jurisdictions all over the state of Colorado, but mostly in the Colorado Springs area. Kresten has been lead counsel for hundred's of cases in Colorado District Courts during his tenure at Modern Family Law. Before joining Modern Family Law, Kresten worked for two years in Pueblo, Colorado practicing primarily in family...

Ms. Becker has been a force in the Colorado judicial system since 2003, coming to Colorado via Temple University Beasley School of Law, in Philadelphia, PA. From 2003-2009 she worked in the Office of the Colorado State Public Defender, working her way up in the ranks to finishing her public defender career as the Office Head of the Trinidad Regional Office.

Entering into private practice in 2009, she has kept herself busy in the areas of Family Law, Criminal Defense, and has begun a new role in Personal Injury cases.

It has always been Ms. Becker’s philosophy in her practice of...

Erica Vasconcellos is a hardworking, family-focused attorney practicing at the Law Office of Greg Quimby, P.C., the firm her father founded in 1998. She earned her degree in political science from the University of Colorado and her J.D. from the University of Denver College of Law. She has been licensed to practice law in Colorado since 2003.
Erica is extremely passionate about the field of family law because she is a mother and wife herself. Family is everything to Erica. She enjoys helping other families through some of the most difficult times of their lives, assisting with matters involving adoption, alimony,...

Colorado Springs Family Law attorney Michael Thomas Allen (“Mike”) earned his Bachelor of Arts Degree from the University of Oregon in Eugene, OR and his Juris Doctor from the University of St. Thomas School of Law in Minneapolis, MN. Throughout Law School, Mike took every opportunity to earn court room experience through interning at both Public Defender and District Attorney Offices in Colorado and Minnesota. These in the court room experiences gave him real world litigation experience prior to graduating UST Law in 2017. Since becoming an attorney in Colorado, Mike has served citizens of El Paso County through prosecuting misdemeanors,...

Stephanie was born and raised in the Denver area. She attended college at Colorado College in Colorado Springs. Stephanie received her law degree from the University of Baltimore School of Law. After law school, began working as a legal aid attorney in Reno, Nevada. Stephanie returned to Colorado in 2015.

Stephanie believes that legal representation should be thoughtful, helpful and accessible and knows that when it comes to your legal issues, one-size-fits all does not always work. That is why she is proud to offer both traditional and unbundled services to fit your needs.

Stephanie focuses on both family law and...

I have practiced Criminal Law as a Prosecutor and Defense Attorney, Administrative Law as a Judge, and Family Law. I currently specialize in Colorado Family Law, practicing in jurisdictions across the state. I am proud to work with a group of compassionate attorneys with Johnson Law Group who help families navigate a challenging court system.

PAUL M. GAIDE, ESQUIRE

EXPERIENCED | COST EFFECTIVE | THOUGHTFUL | TIMELY | TRUSTWORTHY

For over twenty-nine years Paul M. Gaide’s practice has emphasized superior representation of clients in state and federal courts, and in transactions.

Mr. Gaide’s unique combination of education and vocational experiences in family law, business litigation, commercial transactions, finance, insurance, tax and accounting result in his clients receiving valuable insights and exceptional service.

Mr. Gaide’s general approach, both with his clients and opposing parties / counsel, is to be direct, after gaining a full understanding of the facts, as applied to the applicable law. Mr. Gaide...

Lisa R. Shellenberger is a Managing Partner at Setter Roche Smith & Shellenberger, LLC, and she is an award-winning lead litigator. She is the Chairperson of the Family Law & Juvenile Law division at the firm. Ms. Shellenberger has been awarded the Super Lawyers Rising Star award in the area of family law for 5 years running: 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020 and 2021. Ms. Shellenberger has also been recognized as the Nation’s Top One Percent by the National Association of Distinguished Counsel. Additionally, in 2017, 2018, 2019, and 2020. Attorney Shellenberger has also been named as a Top 10 Attorney...

A Colorado native, I began my practice as compliance attorney where I handled a variety of regulatory matters. I then changed gears and became a Deputy District Attorney for Jefferson County, where I handled criminal cases and became an experienced litigator. Coming from a single-parent household I use my upbringing to provide a different perspective when handling criminal cases and ensuring that actual justice to all persons involved was served rather than getting a “win.” I use this a similar approach in my family cases working to get the parties to come to an agreement that is best suited to...

Alyssa is a Colorado Native, and has been practicing family law for six years. She attended law school in Salem, Oregon at Willamette University College of Law. After law school, Alyssa entered private practice in the area of family law at a small firm in Salem, Oregon. In 2020, she decided it was time to return home to the beautiful state of Colorado and now works in the Fort Collins Office of Modern Family Law.

Alyssa enjoys helping her clients reach amicable resolutions to their family law matters while recognizing that this is often one of...

Attorney James Frazier received his J.D. from the University of Colorado Law School after receiving a bachelor's of science in biopsychology from the University of Michigan. Mr. Frazier worked with the 4th Judicial District Attorney's Office in Colorado Springs and clerked for the 1st and 18th Judicial District Courts in Jefferson and Arapahoe counties. Attorney James Frazier has experience with domestic relations matters including allocation of parental responsibility, high conflict divorce, and grandparent visitation. That experience is the result of James Frazier's hard work and extensive knowledge about Colorado's state courts. James feels privileged to apply his legal acumen to help...

Alex started her legal career as a prosecutor in Colorado's 14th Judicial District, handling cases from speeding tickets to homicides. With nearly a decade of experience, she prioritized compassion for victims while ensuring fairness for all parties. Specializing in serious crimes against children, she tried over a hundred cases to juries. Transitioning to family law, Alex brings her negotiation and litigation skills to help families navigate challenging legal situations with empathy and understanding. She's dedicated to providing personalized representation for divorce, child custody, spousal support, and domestic violence cases.

As a distinguished partner at Novo Legal, Aaron has amassed extensive experience representing clients across a diverse range of legal areas, including Criminal, Family, Immigration, and Civil matters. His litigation expertise spans tribunals from municipal courts to the prestigious 10th Circuit Court of Appeals. Aaron's dedication to staying abreast of the latest legal developments ensures that he consistently delivers outstanding results for his clients. Memberships and Affiliations: American Immigration Lawyers Association, Member Colorado Hispanic Bar Association, Member Colorado Bar Association, Member Denver Bar Association, Member Rocky Mountain Immigration Advocacy Network, Pro Bono Attorney Bar Admissions: Colorado Illinois Washington US District Court, Colorado US Bankruptcy Court, Colorado 10th Circuit Court of Appeals Executive Office of...

We realize that you have come to this web site because you are facing or may be facing a family law issue. Whether you are at the beginning of a divorce or child custody issue or modifying prior orders we are here to offer the experience you need to get through this difficult time. Mitch Tacy has been helping people minimize the financial and emotional cost of divorce in Larimer County since 2000. Mitch Tacy will listen to your concerns and negotiate your case with creativity and common sense to earn the results you want. We can...

Dan is an attorney at The Harris Law Firm with over 30 years of law experience. He earned his law degree at Pepperdine University School of Law and Hamline University School of Law. In addition, he obtained his certification in Divorce and Family Mediation from Straus Institute for Dispute Resolution. Due to his many years in the field, Dan can assist clients in cases, including but not limited to, divorce, stepparent adoptions, child custody and support, grandparent/third person rights, non-traditional family cases, maintenance, alternative dispute resolution, and marital property agreements.

I am Mark Smith, and I have been practicing family law across various jurisdictions in Colorado, including the Court of Appeals, for over 31 years. Throughout my career, I have handled every type of family law issue imaginable. My practice encompasses a wide range of family law matters, including custody issues (allocation of parental responsibilities), child support enforcement and collection, adoptions, and disputes over parenting time. I provide both full attorney representation and advisory-only services. My advisory services cover document drafting, including the preparation of financial disclosures, legal direction and assistance, and guidance through mediation and other settlement processes. For family law...

I do not believe in frivolous lawsuits. I believe in providing client’s access to justice in an aggressive, but responsible manner. I demand responsibility in others because I demand the same for myself. I’m a thorough and determined attorney who focuses on what’s important: you. Together, we handle your legal dispute, simply but powerfully, in a way that educates you, informs you, and puts you in charge the results.

Matthew Bradley graduated magna cum laude from Colorado Christian University where he studied Accounting as well as Business Management. After his graduation from CCU, Mr. Bradley went to Notre Dame Law School. During his time in law school, Mr. Bradley worked for the Notre Dame Clinical Law School where he represented clients in the taxation clinic, served as the Executive Managing Editor of the Notre Dame Journal of Law, Ethics & Public Policy, and interned with Judge David Furman of the Colorado Court of Appeals (Summer 2018) and Judge Damon Leichty of the United States District Court for the Northern...

Ursula Honigman is an attorney at the Harris Law Firm. She received her Juris Doctorate from Loyola University New Orleans College of Law. Ms. Honigman has worked in the Office of the Denver District Attorney’s Juvenile Diversion program, the Orleans Parish District Attorney’s Office, and interned with the Rocky Mountain Victims Law Center advocating for victims of domestic violence and other crimes. Additionally, she interned for The Hon. Richard Caschette, assisting in domestic, civil, and criminal matters. Ms. Honigman has practiced in the field of civil litigation, specifically first and third-party insurance defense, as well as special education law.

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Kathryn R. Tolison devotes 100 percent of her practice to family law at Tolison & Williams, Attorneys at Law, LLC in Brighton, Colorado. Designated as a Rising Star in 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016 and 2017. Ms. Tolison focuses her practice on family law mediation, dissolution of marriage (divorce) actions, legal separation actions, post-decree modification actions, allocation of parental responsibility actions and adoptions. Katie is also certified to practice Collaborative law. Katie has a passion for family law and works closely with her clients to ensure that each one understands their legal rights and options, and is given the...

Niceta is an attorney with The Harris Law Firm. She earned her Juris Doctorate from Sturm College at the University of Denver. During her time at law school, she interned for the Attorney General, clerked for Judge Rappaport, and completed her clinical work with the Rocky Mountain Children’s Law Center. Since then, Niceta has worked as a Child/Family Investigator for the court and was the recipient of the Guardian Ad Litem of the Year award, due to her known advocacy for children in the court system. Niceta currently focuses on divorce, parental rights allocation, and child advocacy.

As the founder of the firm MJ Law, LLC, Douglas County attorney Malinda J. Kloer offers legal services on matters of family law and estate planning. Before deciding to establish her practice, Attorney Kloer spent time as an Engelwood City prosecutor and law clerk for the 18th Judicial District. Ms. Kloer is a graduate of the University of Denver Sturm College of Law. Learn more today by getting in touch with her firm.

The firm with four attorneys offers in excess of 50 years of experience. All with trial experience. Attorneys in the office also include former prosectors and public defenders for its criminal practice. Bankruptcy experience attorney with over 28 years of serving clients in Chapter 7 and 13 actions. The real estate side include substantial experience in al phases of acquisition, closings, development, sale and purchases including foreclosure and debt work outs.

Upon graduating from Creighton Law School in 1987, John J. Donohoe’s desire was to be a trial attorney representing individuals instead of corporations or the government. John never had the desire to be a prosecutor or an insurance defense attorney, rather he wanted to represent the “little guy” who had been falsely accused of a crime, or who was battling an insurance company over getting proper compensation for injuries and damages. John moved to Colorado Springs in October of 1987 and went to work for a law firm that specialized in personal injury. John not only served as their lead...

Matthew Clawson is a managing attorney at the Colorado Springs law firm Clawson & Clawson, LLP. He is a second-generation trial lawyer who handles a wide range of legal matters such as personal injury, workers’ compensation, Social Security disability and more. He has been named a “Top 100 Trial Lawyer” by the National Trial Lawyers Association, rated 10 out of 10 “Superb” on Avvo, voted “Best Lawyer by the CS Independent and other marks of legal excellence. Matthew is a graduate of University of Denver Strum College Of Law who has earned the respect of many in the legal community....

Mrs. Guggisberg was born and raised in Minneapolis, Minnesota and graduated cum laude from Minnesota State University in 2007. In 2012, she acquired her Juris Doctorate from William Mitchell College of Lawand moved immediately to the mountains of Colorado. In addition to her legal experience, she has a background in finance and business, and brings that knowledge into her practice of law. Mrs. Guggisberg has been married to her husband, Alan, since 2011, and they recently had their first child. In her spare time, Mrs. Guggisberg enjoys playing with her lab-heeler mix, teaching adult-education courses at Ft. Carson,...

At Hendley Law, we represent clients across the San Luis Valley. Johanna handles a wide variety of cases, including property, family, business, and estate planning matters. As a skilled litigator and compassionate advocate, Johanna is proud to call the San Luis Valley home and defend its residents.

Justin Tucker, Esq. has been serving the San Luis Valley area as one of the top south-central Colorado attorneys with proven success. He is knowledgeable, compassionate, and professional, giving each new case his complete attention while walking you through each step of the legal process. His first-hand experiences with both divorce & custody give him a unique legal perspective that drives his commitment to getting the best possible resolution to your particular challenges. Justin will discuss the realities of current laws with you, help you set realistic goals, then use his extensive knowledge to fight to achieve them with you. Call...

Nicole J. Hanson has over 10 years experience as an attorney. Nicole graduated magna cum laude from Wheaton College in Massachusetts in 2000 with a degree in Political Science and Lifetime Membership from Alpha Kappa Delta, International Sociological Honor Society. Nicole thereafter obtained her law degree from The Ohio State University Moritz College of Law in 2003, where she was a member of the Delta Theta Phi Law Fraternity and participated in The University of Oxford-Ohio State University Law Program. Nicole is currently a member of the California State Bar, Humboldt County Bar Association, and Hoopa Valley...