Family Law
How We Approach Family Law
Family cases are personal before they are legal. Emotions run high and the decisions last for years. We combine patience with clear strategy so you can make choices you will still feel good about later.
Divorce and Legal Separation
We explain the Colorado process from filing to final orders, including the financial disclosures and deadlines that shape every case.
Parenting Time and Decision-Making
Courts focus on the child's best interests. We help parents build schedules and decision plans around that standard, by agreement or at hearing.
Child Support
Support follows the state guidelines, but income questions and special expenses can change the numbers. We make sure the calculation reflects real circumstances.
Spousal Maintenance
Maintenance depends on income, the length of the marriage and future needs. We argue for terms that are fair and realistic for both households.
Division of Property and Debt
Homes, retirement accounts and family businesses require careful valuation. We trace assets and debts so the division rests on accurate figures.
Adoption and Guardianship
Welcoming a child should feel joyful. We prepare the filings and guide families through each court step so the process stays calm.
1Why Choose Us
Trusted Counsel for Family Law
How our family law group works for you, from the first call to the final paperwork.
Thorough Case Preparation
Every file is organized, reviewed and ready before we ever sit across from the other side.
Fresh Legal Thinking
Practical, creative options for problems that do not fit neatly into a standard form.
Client-Centered Service
Plain-language updates and a direct line to your attorney from intake to close.
Integrity in Every Filing
Candid advice grounded in the duties we owe to clients and to the courts alike.
2Our Team
Attorneys Who Handle Family Law
These attorneys work on family law files every week and share insight across the firm, so your matter benefits from more than one set of eyes.
Nadia WhitfieldAttorney
Owen CastellanoAttorney
Lena ParkAttorney
Denise HollowayFounding Partner
Grace NakamuraAttorney
Russell CarverOf Counsel3Client Stories
Notes From Our Clients
My attorney mapped out every step on the first call, then followed that plan exactly. No surprises at any stage.
They pulled in a colleague from another group when my case needed it. It felt like a team, not a single file.
The written budget up front made it easy to plan. The final bill matched the estimate almost to the dollar.
I asked a lot of questions and never felt rushed. Every answer came back in plain English within a day.
Their preparation showed at the hearing. The other side clearly had not expected such a complete record.
Kind, direct and organized. They made a confusing process feel manageable from the very first week.
4FAQ
Common Family Law Questions
Quick answers about how family law matters work in Colorado and how we handle them. Your consultation will cover your own facts in detail.
There is a 91-day minimum from service. Many cases take several months longer, depending on how many issues must be resolved.
Many families settle through negotiation or mediation and attend only a short final hearing. We prepare for court if agreement is not possible.
The court applies a best-interests standard and considers many factors. Parents who agree on a plan usually see it adopted.
Yes, when circumstances change substantially. We review whether your situation meets the legal threshold for a modification.
Most family matters are billed hourly against a retainer. You receive itemized monthly statements and an estimate at the start.
5Get in Touch
Talk Through Your Options Today
Tell us what is happening and we will explain your choices, the likely timeline and what it may cost, all in a free first conversation.