Byers Lawyers

I am an Estate Planning Attorney & Mom of Three and I absolutely LOVE what I do. Helping families ensure that their loved ones are adequately protected is my passion, and I feel so lucky to be able to guide my clients through the process.

Originally from Houston, Texas, I graduated from Texas A&M University and moved to Colorado for law school just after graduation. I received my J.D. from The University of Denver College of Law in two and a half years and was admitted to the Colorado bar in May of 2004. In addition to being an attorney,...

I partner with my clients to help them manage risk via legally-compliant compensation and employee benefits programs for their employees. My law practice covers all aspects of employee benefits plans, programs and arrangements. I educate and advise clients on the design, documentation, implementation, administration, communication and compliance of executive compensation, equity compensation, qualified and nonqualified plans, defered compensation, health and welfare, and fringe benefit programs; as well as compensation and benefits issues in mergers, acquisitions and divestitures and financial transactions. My law practice focuses on: Tax-qualified plans: defined benefit, cash balance, defined contribution, 401(k), profit sharing, money purchase, ESOP; Health...

Raymond K. Bryant is a trial lawyer and litigator specializing in plaintiffs’ civil rights and police misconduct actions. Before coming to Denver, Raymond was a political campaign consultant, political activist, and teacher in various cities across the country. Raymond’s graduate work in the philosophy of education, legitimacy of government action, and civil and constitutional rights has helped hone his desire for justice; while recognizing that others may need further convincing through lawsuits. Thus, Raymond’s legal practice reflects his belief that the law should be used as a sword, not just a shield, for everyday people to fight the violation of...

Facing a criminal charge can be an incredibly daunting experience, and taking immediate action is essential. My name is Mark Kraynak, and for over 25 years, I have committed myself to serving my community. At my practice, KraynakLaw, I strive to be the aggressive attorney that you need. My aim is to provide each client with the personalized attention they require and deserve, ensuring that their rights are protected and their voices are heard, whether it's in front of law enforcement, the prosecutor, or in the courtroom. At KraynakLaw, I dedicate time to thoroughly understand each client's legal situation by getting...

My environmental law experience includes a decade as an attorney for the Environmental Protection Agency, rising to Regional Counsel Section Chief; a decade as an Equity Partner for a 200 attorney litigation firm, rising to Chair of their Environmental Practice Group; and a decade running my own Environmental Law Boutique Firm in Chicago before opening my Firm's second office in Denver Colorado in 2011.

I earned a Juris Doctorate, a Master's Degree in Environmental Engineering, and a Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry from the University of Illinois in Urbana Champaign.

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Cathleen H. Heintz is Special Counsel with the Denver litigation firm of Hall & Evans, LLC. Before joining the firm in 2004, Ms. Heintz worked for nearly ten years within the insurance industry for several major insurance companies in the disciplines of contracts, compliance, and underwriting. Ms. Heintz now specializes in insurance coverage and insurance defense. She has litigated a wide variety of cases, including: personal injury, premises liability, construction defect, ERISA, oil and gas, professional liability, employee benefits, products liability, and commercial auto. Ms. Heintz is a frequent lecturer and author on insurance-related topics.

Besides being a FINRA public arbitrator, I mediate family issues in Denver while still shadow lawyering clients in New York. I encourage the preemptive approach to law to head off legal difficulties and I take pride in exemplary, personalized client service.

Jim grew up in Golden, Colorado and earned his B.A. degree with distinction in mathematics at the University of Colorado in 1969 as a member of the Phi Beta Kappa scholastic fraternity. In 1973 he received a Master of Divinity degree at the University of Denver Iliff School of Theology. In 1979 he graduated from the University of Denver Law School and was admitted to the Colorado Bar in that same year. Member in good standing with the National College of DUI Defense from 1997-2006 Founding member of the DUI Defense Lawyer’s Association. Admitted to practice before both Colorado and the Federal Courts...

I’m Samantha Flanagan, the proud founder of Flanagan Law. I grew up in a small town in eastern Nebraska, where I first learned the values of justice, equality, and community. From a young age, I was captivated by legal dramas, and it wasn’t long before I knew law would be my path. My career has been driven by a passion for helping those in need, coupled with a dedication to doing things the right way. Personal injury law holds a special place in my heart. Having seen firsthand the devastating impact that personal injuries can have, I knew I had to...

Phil J. Shuey is a Past Chair of the Colorado Bar Association Solo/Small Firm Section, has been a member of the CBA Long Range Planning Committee, and a Co-Editor of the Law Practice Management/Technology columns for the Colorado Lawyer. He is a Past Chair of the Law Practice Management Section of the American Bar Association as well as an Inaugural Fellow of the College of Law Practice Management. He was a five-time Chair of the ABA’s TECHSHOW™ and has been a speaker at fifteen ABA TECHSHOW conferences. He has served on two ABA Presidents’ Advisory Committees. He has served...