Colorado Family and Divorce Lawyers

Family and Divorce Law

815 N Weber St, Colorado Springs, CO 80903, USA

It has been Angela’s pleasure and honor to accompany her active-duty U.S. Army spouse throughout his career. Now permanently located in Colorado Springs, she has been overjoyed to have returned to her profession and calling. It is her passion to provide dynamic, dedicated, client-focused litigation advocacy. While she enjoyed her initial years of practice working for a large law firm and serving corporate and institutional clients, Angela finds it especially rewarding to have the opportunity to employ the skills and experience that she gained in that setting for the benefit of her individual and small business clients. Angela attended Austin Peay State University where she earned her bachelor’s degree in political science, cum laude, in 1996. Her honors there included, among others, being named a Harry S. Truman Scholar. She earned her law degree, summa cum laude, from the University of Tennessee College of Law in 1999. While in law school, Angela served as a Tennessee Law Review editor, worked as a community mediator, and was inducted into both the Order of the Coif and Phi Kappa Phi. Angela is licensed to practice law in both Colorado and Tennessee. She was admitted to the Tennessee State Bar in 1999, to the U.S. District Court, Middle District of Tennessee in 2000, to the Colorado State Bar in 2014, and to the U.S. District Court, District of Colorado in 2015. Her civil litigation experience includes family law, business, employment, real estate, and probate matters.

Family and Divorce Law

312 S Weber St suite 200, Colorado Springs, CO 80903, USA

Arthur W. Porter, Professional Corporation. Shareholder attorney. General litigation practice, specializing in divorce, custody, maintenance and property division. And after years of experience, is now noted as a leader in the representation of Abused Spouses. Some of his most important and rewarding work. Porter, Spencer, Burghart(f/k/a Thomas and Porter). Shareholder Attorney. President. Responsible for successful operation of medium sized business oriented firm. Advised business clients on all aspects of the birth and growth of their companies. Lead counsel on all clients’ complex civil litigation involving assembling team of lawyers and witnesses in the successful presentation of client matters in State and Federal courts and in alternative dispute resolution forums. Holland and Hart (f/k/a Spurgeon, Haney and Howbert). General litigation practice, including complex business, real estate, criminal and personal injury. Also handled business, transactions and commercial dispute resolution. Member of hiring committee responsible for meeting firm expansion objectives. Attracted and retained new clients while leading associates in work production and community service. Fulbright and Jaworski, Washington, D.C. Litigation and Administrative Law Practice Internship. Responsible for legal research and preparation of memoranda, motions, discovery pleadings and briefs before The Interstate Commerce Commission, The Railroad Commission of Texas and the various United States Courts of Appeals and the United States Supreme Court.

Family and Divorce Law

26 W Dry Creek Cir suite 600, Littleton, CO 80120, USA

After 14 years of specializing in family law and divorce matters, Brandi Petterson has gained extensive, invaluable experience across all of the jurisdictions in the Denver Metro area, as well as several mountain counties, and both north and south of the Metro area. She has successfully litigated countless high-asset divorces and complex child custody matters. Brandi founded Colorado Divorce Law Group to focus on her vision and the need to assist the “whole client,” not only to help them successfully maneuver their way through their particular family law case, but to rise above the difficult challenges and build a better future through the adversity. Prior to founding Colorado Divorce Law Group, Brandi was a Partner/Owner of a well-respected family law firm for 6 years. Unique to Brandi’s practice is her keen ability to focus exclusively on her clients. She pursues their interests as if they were her own, while coupling over a decade of experience, to reach a successful representation. At times, it may be in the client’s best interest to settle a case through mediation or other negotiations. Of course, when settlement is not an option, Brandi is an experienced litigator in all courts surrounding the Denver Metro area and beyond.

Family and Divorce Law

6898 S University Blvd, Littleton, CO 80122, USA

Christelle C. Beck is dedicated to her clients and assures that their legal rights are adamantly protected. She has over 18 years of civil litigation experience with an emphasis in Family Law and Employment Law. Christelle primarily focuses her practice in Family Law, International Family Law and Civil Litigation. Christelle has a diverse background giving her a unique perspective in her practice. Upon graduation from law school, she became a prosecutor for the City of San Diego. She moved to Colorado in 1993, setting up a successful private practice in Boulder, Colorado prior to her move to London, England in 2003. After obtaining her Master's Degree in Diplomatic Studies with Distinction, she had the opportunity to work as a Legal Officer in the Department of Civil Administration for the United Nations in Kosovo. Christelle has used her international experience teaching International Law as an adjunct professor with the University of Denver Sturm School of Law School and with international clients who have special legal issues relating to Family Law. Christelle is licensed to practice in California, Colorado and is on the Roll of Solicitors for England and Wales.

Family and Divorce Law

8100 East Maplewood Avenue, Suite 230, Greenwood Village, CO 80111

Chris R. Basler is a successful and persuasive negotiator and litigator who offers both bundled and unbundled services. He is a compassionate and empathetic attorney who believes that open communication, vigorous preparation and a reasonable position are the keys to a positive and desired resolution. Additionally, Mr. Basler understands that a domestic relations client is living through one of most emotionally challenging periods of their entire life. Mr. Basler’s goal is to help his clients navigate through these difficult and confusing times as well as help them move forward with their lives in a healthy and positive way.

Family and Divorce Law

650 S Cherry St., 500, Denver, CO 80246

Erika Alese Gebhardt is an attorney licensed in Colorado, who offers clients efficient and effective representation and tailors her services to the unique needs of each individual client. Erika’s practice focuses exclusively on family law, where she both litigates and serves as a child-expert. Erika provides services to all counties in the Denver Metro area, as well as some of the front range and mountain regions. Erika’s clients have the added benefit of her litigation experience in the areas of employment law and complex commercial litigation. Her previous experience in these areas provides her with a unique perspective and skill set, which enable her to successfully navigate more complicated issues that may arise in cases involving business interests and trusts. Erika has a wide breadth of experience in family law matters, to include unique parenting time issues, non-traditional families, and high net worth families and individuals. Erika has extensive training and experience with LGBTQ+ issues, domestic violence, and children with sensory issues/autism. Erika works closely with her clients to ensure that their case is handled and resolved in a manner that enables them to transition smoothly beyond the legal system. Erika also works with the firm’s post-decree Estate Planning department, to ensure that the assets clients receive in their dissolution of marriage are protected, even posthumously. Given her passion for child advocacy, Erika has extensive experience working as a Child and Family Investigator, Parenting Coordinator and Decision Maker, Child Legal Representative, Special Master, and is one of the leading child experts in the state of Colorado. Erika strives to minimize the conflict in any case in which she is involved, given the significant harm being placed in the middle of parental conflict causes to children. Whether she is working as a mediator, third party neutral expert, collaborating with other professionals, or advocating for her clients in court, Erika’s strength is her tireless dedication to making sure that each client is heard and their needs and goals considered in the pursuit of the best possible results. It is Erika’s philosophy that resolving family law cases outside of the courtroom offers families the best opportunity to move forward positively; however, she is the vigorous advocate clients need and trust when litigation becomes necessary. Erika graduated from the University of Denver Sturm College of Law, where, due to her academic achievement, she was awarded membership to the Order of St. Ives. Prior to becoming an attorney, Erika began her legal career as a judicial intern for the honorable Judge Nancy Hopf in a courtroom dedicated to a domestic and civil docket. She also interned for Denver District Court Judge Robert McGahey, Jr., of the Second Judicial District, where she was able to gain valuable experience in motions practice and courtroom procedure.

Family and Divorce Law

1122 N El Paso Street, Colorado Springs, CO 80903

Family and Divorce Law

98 Inverness Drive East, Suite 360, Englewood, CO 80112

Family and Divorce Law

1777 S Harrison St #1050, Denver, CO 80210, USA

Joe’s practice has focused on high-conflict and complex divorce, parental responsibilities (custody), child relocation, and child support matters. His attention to family goes beyond the law and follows him to soccer fields and basketball courts where he coaches his daughter's teams. He teaches discipline, the benefit of hard work, and teamwork which are required to succeed whether it's a game or family law case. By setting both short and long term goals, he helps his players and clients alike fulfill their wants and needs to meet their goals and put them in the best long term position. Joe stands out at assisting clients through the family law process by helping them make reasonable decisions to protect their finances, and most importantly, maintain and foster positive relationships with their children.

Family and Divorce Law

19557 Mainstreet #102, Parker, CO 80138, USA

Family and Divorce Law

650 S Cherry St suite 500, Denver, CO 80246, USA

Meagan K. Moodie is a prominent family law attorney and founding partner of Gebhardt Emerson Moodie Bonanno, LLC ("GEM Family Law"). She is licensed in Colorado, offering her clients practical and effective representation during complicated legal matters. Meagan focuses her practice on family law as an Attorney, Mediator, Child & Family Investigator, and Parenting Coordinator/Decision Maker. Meagan handles a wide range of family law cases, from divorces and post-decree modifications, to protection orders and collaborative divorces. She specializes in difficult cases such as those involving domestic violence, addiction, mental health, and relocation out of state. As a partner attorney with Project Safeguard, Meagan is particularly well versed in obtaining and defending Civil Protection Orders. Meagan deliberately takes on these challenging matters with the hope of helping parties come to a resolution that would otherwise be unlikely. Meagan brings a practical and personal understanding to her family practice. She's had extensive training to become a certified Child & Family Investigator, a certified Mediator, and a Parenting Coordinator/Decision Maker. Meagan has also had significant training in domestic violence, child abuse, and in trauma survivors. Meagan's previous work experiences include the family division of Colorado Legal Services, the family division of the Saint Louis University Legal Clinic, as a clerk in the Denver District Court, and at her solo law practice, The Moodie Law Firm. Meagan is a Colorado native who was born and raised in Denver. She graduated from Bear Creek High School in Lakewood, Colorado and completed her undergraduate studies at Regis University in Denver. In 2012, Meagan graduated from Saint Louis University School of Law, passed the Colorado Bar, and soon moved back to her hometown. She now lives in Denver with her husband, their son, and their rescue pups. Meagan spends her free time camping, hiking, gardening, traveling, cooking, and cheering for the Colorado Avalanche & Denver Broncos! Meagan is on the Board of Directors of the Colorado Women's Bar Association and co-chairs their Public Policy Committee. Meagan belongs to the Colorado Bar Association, the Denver Bar Association, the Colorado Women's Owned Law Firm (WOLF) organization, the Family Law Section of the CBA, the Colorado Collaborative Divorce Professionals, the Metro Denver Interdisciplinary Committee, the Junior League of Denver, and the board of Family Tree, Inc. She is a partner attorney with Project Safeguard, a Metro Volunteer Lawyer, a volunteer for LAWLINE 9 and "Legal Night" and is involved with the modern law practice initiative of the Colorado Bar Association. She is committed to helping both her clients and the community through her involvement in many Denver Metro organizations.

Family and Divorce Law

15200 E. Girard Avenue, Suite 4400, Aurora, CO 80014

Rene was born and raised in Colorado. She received her undergraduate degree from Clarkson University in Potsdam, New York and then moved back to Denver to attend law school. Rene received her Juris Doctorate degree from the University of Denver's Sturm College of Law and is admitted to practice law in the State of Colorado.Rene is a lawyer specializing in helping her clients through the various steps of their legal needs, taking a holistic approach to each unique client. Rene practices in all areas of family law, including divorce, allocation of parental responsibilities or custody, modification of parenting time, protection orders, and child support. Rene also provides estate planning and management for her clients, including wills, probate, guardianships, and conservatorships.With extensive experience in litigation, Rene maintains an active practice in various areas of civil litigation including breach of contract disputes and landlord/tenant disputes.

Family and Divorce Law

1873 S Bellaire St, 1105, Denver, CO 80222

Scott D. Goldman is the managing member of Goldman Law, LLC. Mr. Goldman founded Goldman Law, LLC on the principle that everyone deserves professional and ethical representation. Scott was born in Detroit, MI and lived there for 26 years before moving to Denver, Colorado for better weather and great skiing. Scott is a Colorado Lawyer that has a broad based practice and he understands that your legal matter is important to you. Scott will take the time to explain your case to you to ensure you are fully aware of what is going on in your case. Scott’s experience with jury trials and bench trials enable the client to have confidence that he is the right attorney for them. Additionally, Scott handles each case in a business and professional manner which allows for favorable settlement outcomes. Scott is admitted to practice law in the State of Colorado and the U.S District Court of Colorado.

Family and Divorce Law

155 Boardwalk Dr, Fort Collins, CO 80525, USA

Born and raised in south suburban Chicago, Illinois, Stephen Vertucci served aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln while on active duty in the U.S. Navy from 1990-1994 during the first Gulf War. Upon being honorably discharged, Stephen enrolled at University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, earning a Bachelor of Arts in history in 1998. Stephen’s interests in public speaking and litigation led to his decision to attend Chicago-Kent College of Law, largely due its outstanding reputation for having one of the top trial advocacy programs in the nation. Through this course of study and his internship with the Cook County Illinois Public Defender’s Office, Stephen discovered his passion: advocating for client’s rights in the Courtroom. Stephen earned a Juris Doctor degree from Chicago-Kent in 2001. While attending Chicago-Kent and after being admitted to the Illinois Bar, Stephen worked for Schiff & Hulbert, a top-rated employment litigation firm. Seeking courtroom experience, he transitioned to family law, working at the law firm of Sullivan, Taylor & Gumina. His experience at STG Divorce Law taught him trial preparedness, client compassion, and to maintain the highest standards of ethical conduct. In 2004, Stephen sought an opportunity to advance his trial skills. After being admitted to the Arizona Bar, he found this opportunity working as a felony prosecutor for the state of Arizona at the Maricopa County Attorney’s Office. This career move provided invaluable experience litigating jury trials against some of the best criminal defense attorneys in the State of Arizona. After gaining experience as a felony prosecutor, Stephen partnered with a colleague and friend from law school to establish the law firm of Stewart & Vertucci, a successful family law practice in Phoenix. In 2007, Stephen moved to Colorado to start a new personal and professional chapter in his life. He was admitted to the Colorado Bar, relocated to Fort Collins, married, and started a family. He elevated himself from Associate to Partner in one of the largest family law firms in Denver prior to making the decision to open his own firm in 2016. The Law Office of Stephen Vertucci, LLC was established to serve the communities of northern Colorado and focuses exclusively on the practice of family law. Stephen is admitted to practice law in the states of Illinois, Arizona, Colorado and before the United States Supreme Court. Among his professional recognitions, he is proud to be a member of the Colorado Eighth Judicial District Domestic Relations Best Practices Committee. In 2017, Stephen was nominated as one of 10 Best Family Law Firms by American Institute of Family Law Attorneys. In 2018, he was nominated as one of 10 Best Family Law Firms by American Institute of Family Law Attorneys. In 2021, Stephen was nominated to Larimer County Domestic Relations Best Practices Committee – this is a committee of Larimer County Family Law Judges, Magistrates, Attorneys and other Professionals aimed at improving the quality of practice in the community. In the same year, he was recognized by threebestrated.com as a top 3 divorce lawyer in Fort Collins, CO

Family and Divorce Law

6601 South University Blvd, Centennial, 80121, United States

www.walkerwrightlaw.com

Family and Divorce Law

1228 15th St suite 200, Denver, CO 80202, USA

Attorney Jennie Wray is one of The Harris Law Firm’s most accomplished attorneys, achieving both a position as partner at the firm as well as being named a Super Lawyers® Rising Star? and has been named Super Lawyer since 2022. For perspective, an attorney who is named to the Super Lawyers list is considered a top attorney in their field—they must undergo review under 12 different criteria, and the list only represents the top 5% of all lawyers in that state. For someone to be a Rising Star, they must either be under 40 years old or have been practicing for less than a decade, while fulfilling the Super Lawyer requirements. The list has confirmed that Ms. Wray is among the top 2.5% of attorneys in her state, as rated by her colleagues. She also has a BV® rating on Martindale-Hubbell® and was nominated for Denver Business Journal's Top 40 Under 40 list for 2016 and 2017.

Family and Divorce Law

6105 S. Main St., Suite 200, Aurora, CO 80016

Family and Divorce Law

1873 S Bellaire St, Denver, CO 80222, USA

Family and Divorce Law

1228 15th St suite 200, Denver, CO 80202, USA

Richard Harris, the president and founding attorney of The Harris Law Firm, has been named a Best Lawyer of America since 2018 and has repeatedly been selected to the list of Super Lawyers® in the field of family law. The Super Lawyer membership symbolizes recognition and affirmation from some of the greatest legal professionals in the U.S., and it represents the top 5% of U.S. attorneys in any given field. Attorney Harris' passion is reflected in his skills as a legal writer in addition to his skills as a litigator, often offering his knowledge and experience in family law through writing legal articles. He received his Bachelor of Arts degree in International Relations from the University of Southern California, and his Juris Doctor Degree from the Sturm College of Law at the University of Denver.