El Paso County Lawyers

Justin has practiced at Sanders Law Firm since June, 2012, focusing primarily on mass torts including the Avandia, SSRI, Risperdal/Invega, General Motors Ignition Switch Defect, Xarelto, Essure, and Zofran litigations. Justin has also been actively involved in several of the firms environmental actions which have included cases related to violations of the Clean Water Act along with major chemical spills and releases which have caused significant harm to residents within the spill zones. Justin has also participated and filed actions in copyright, major personal injury, auto accident, premises liability, construction defect, medical malpractice and entertainment law cases, including...

Mr. Echeverria earned an M.A. (1964) in counseling and psychology from the University of Nevada-Reno, and a J.D. (1971) from California Western Law School in San Diego, California. Mr. Echeverria specializes in education law, contracts, and construction law.

Lance Michael Sears is a past President of the Colorado Trial Lawyers Association, a state–wide professional association of Colorado lawyers who practice civil trial law. After service as President of the Colorado Trial Lawyers Association from 1988–1989, Lance was elected to represent Colorado as a member of the Board of Governors of the Association of Trial Lawyers of America (ATLA) for six years. Lance was raised in Boulder, Colorado and received both his undergraduate degree (magna cum laude) and his law degree from the University of Colorado in Boulder. From 1975 to 1979, he was Deputy District Attorney in El Paso...

Attorney Moran is the founder of the Colorado Springs criminal defense firm, Michael W. Moran, P.C. specializing in work as a Colorado Springs DUI Attorney. As a former municipal judge, he is able to maintain an extensive understanding of all aspects of the criminal justice system. For more information about retaining the representation of Attorney Moran, be sure to contact the firm today.

As a product of the Northeast educational establishment, I moved to Colorado in 1981 and have practiced law in El Paso County ever since. My small firm has handled large transactions, but normally builds on experience to provide entrepreneurs, small businesses and individuals with personal quality guidance and legal service. I do not provide litigation services, but refer clients other firms for litigation. Without interrupting my law practice, I served as El Paso County Commissioner from 1995 to 2003. During that time, I collaboratively led Colorado's implementation of Welfare Reform and Child Welfare Reform and represented the National Association 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,...

Attorney Ted McClintock founded McClintock & McClintock, P.C. in October 2000 after spending five years as a deputy district attorney in El Paso and Teller Counties, and a year working for a criminal defense law firm. While working for the District Attorneys office, Ted McClintock was in charge of the Sexual Offense, Crimes Against Children Unit; which is known today as the Special Victims Unit (SVU). While prosecuting sex crimes for the state of Colorado, Attorney McClintock frequently encountered poorly informed and unprepared defense attorneys who recklessly exposed their clients to significant negative consequences because the were unfamiliar with...

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,...

Brad Laybourne represents clients in both personal injury and criminal defense. After graduating from the University of California School of Law, Brad worked as a prosecutor in Colorado Springs winning many convictions. Brad opened The Laybourne Law Firm where to help those who are seriously hurt in accidents and those who are wrongfully accused.

I'm a small town lawyer at heart. I advise people faced with the incapacity or death of loved ones, and I help small business owners navigate the ins and outs of our increasingly complicated lives. I keep my fees reasonable and my advice practical. I prefer planning over panicking, diplomacy over advocacy, realism over idealism, and mercy over justice, but I won't back down from a fight when I’ve got one coming. Those old-fashioned values guide my practice and my personal life. God made my smile crooked, but my path straight. I’ve owned the same Ford since I was thirteen....

A Former Insurance Defense Attorney Specializing in Personal Injury & Bankruptcy

Ms. Welch is a former insurance defense attorney, who now thrives on fighting for the rights of victims of the negligence of others regarding personal injury and truck and auto accidents. She also helps her clients get back on their feet, financially, with her bankruptcy services.

She has received the following awards and recognitions for her dedication to the practice of law:

- Personal Injury Attorney of the Year (Colorado), as part of the Legal Elite Awards 2020 by US Business News.

- Selected as a Top 100 trial lawyer for the...

Steven Rodemer was born and raised in Colorado Springs, and graduated from Palmer High School. He attended Cornell College, where he earned a bachelor’s degree in biochemistry and molecular biology. Steve then attended California Western School of Law in San Diego and after graduating went on to work with the San Diego County District Attorney’s Office. Steve returned to Colorado and after passing the Colorado Bar Exam, accepted a position as a Deputy District Attorney in the Fourth Judicial District. Before leaving the DA’s Office, Steve received the “Tradition of Excellence” Award. After working for a criminal...

Kimberly Maher has lived and worked in Colorado Springs for more than 13 years. She graduated from Purdue University with a B.A. in Political Science. Kimberly then moved to Washington D.C. where she served as a legislative assistant for a Florida congressman. She worked on the House Education and Labor Committee and aided in the reauthorization of the Higher Education Act. Kimberly then returned to Colorado and graduated from the University of Denver Sturm College of Law. While in law school, Kimberly served as President of the Student Trial Lawyers Association. Kimberly worked for five years in two different Colorado jurisdictions as...

Practice exclusively devoted to construction law and litigation matters representing public and private owners, contractors, subcontractors, homebuilders, and design team members. Contract drafting, review and negotiation. Project scheduling, delay, disruption and acceleration claims. Experienced in arbitration, mediation and appeals.

Located in Colorado Springs, CO, The Law Office of Stephen H. Swift, P.C. specializes exclusively in bankruptcy. We provide one-on-one service and a personalized debt solution for every client. Founder Stephen H. Swift has worked as a bankruptcy attorney for over 30 years. Both he and attorney Matthew Hansen bring much expertise to the table with their comprehensive understanding of and expertise in Colorado bankruptcy laws. The mission of the Law Office of Stephen H. Swift, P.C. is to strengthen individuals and families by resolving difficult debt situations. We strive to do this with excellence while respecting the dignity...

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...

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....

The majority of personal injury cases involve negligence from a car accident. That is part of the reason that the Colorado Springs personal injury attorney from the Law Firm of Ted Bills has chosen to focus his practice on personal injury law for car accident victims. In addition, Attorney Ted Bills had experience during college at a local hospital. He now has more than 10 years of legal experience and has handled a large number of personal injury cases. Using his knowledge, he now helps clients resolve their cases with efficiency and unique strategy. Attorney Ted Bills attained an undergraduate...

Susan Chadderdon is a founding partner of Anaya & Chadderdon, P.C. in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Her law firm focuses on criminal defense cases including drug charges, violent crimes, and more. With over a decade of experience as a trial attorney, the defense lawyers at Anaya & Chadderdon are prepared to take on any criminal case.

Franklin D. Azar founded Franklin D. Azar & Associates, P.C. in 1987 with the goal of effectively representing clients by ensuring that they receive full and fair compensation for their injuries, regardless of the cause. Over the years Mr. Azar has built the firm into the largest plaintiff centered personal injury firm in Colorado with offices in Denver, Colorado Springs, Pueblo, and Trinidad. President and owner of Franklin D. Azar & Associates, P.C., Mr. Azar has earned widespread recognition as one Colorado’s top plaintiff’s attorneys.

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,...

Thomas J. Herd is a dedicated personal injury attorney in Colorado Springs and founding member of Gaddis, Herd, Craw & Adams, P.C. with more than 39 years of experience under his belt. A graduate of Gerry Spence’s Trial Lawyers College, Mr. Herd has extensive litigation experience and has earned recognition by Martindale-Hubbell®, receiving its AV Preeminent® Rating, and was included in the Super Lawyers® list. If you or a loved one was injured in a serious accident, Mr. Herd can help. Call the firm today to schedule your free consultation!

Foresight and preparedness should drive every case. Advising with foresight helps clients make good decisions. Practicing with preparedness helps the Court make good decisions.

Attorney Joanna Pezet is passionate about immigrants' rights and helping clients navigate the complex immigration process. She has dedicated most of her career to immigration law. She has been working in immigration law field since 2005, first as an Immigration Legal Assistant, then since 2010 as an Immigration Attorney. Joanna specializes in business immigration, such as work visas, investor visas, green cards through employment. She represents clients in connection with family-based visas, such as fiancee visas, adjustment of status, or consular processing, as well.

Joanna earned her LL.M. in 2009 from New York University School of Law, her Master Degree...

Jesse graduated Suma Cum Laude from New Mexico Highlands University where he majored in social work and earned two D-II NCAA All American honors in wrestling. Following college, Jesse graduated cum laude from University of Denver where he studied health care policy, law and ethics. In law school, Jesse attended the University of Wyoming College of Law where he participated in the defender aid clinic, trial practice, and clerked with the Albany County District Court under Hon. Jeffrey Donnell.

After practicing In the fields of civil litigation and workman’s compensation in Casper, Wyoming, Jesse has focused his Colorado...

Attorney Jeanne M. Wilson practices exclusively in Family Law, providing her firm the focus to knowledgeably assist you in your case. She specializes as a divorce and custody attorney in Colorado Springs, Teller County, Pueblo and Fremont County. Jeanne M. Wilson is well known for her sympathetic understanding of the difficult situations her Clients face and her "tough love" approach to getting her Clients through the litigation process. She is also known for her aggressive courtroom advocacy of her Clients. Jeanne M. Wilson has over 34 years of litigation experience, where she has represented Clients in family law matters...

Richard Travis is committed to providing thorough, effective, compassionate legal representation to all of his clients. Over the 23 years of practicing law, Rich has earned a reputation as a tough, aggressive, ethical litigator. He is licensed in the states of Colorado, Massachusetts, and Maine.

Rich began his law career in a small Boston firm. Then in 1993, he joined the Army’s Judge Advocate General’s Corp (JAG). While a JAG officer, Rich provided legal assistance to soldiers and their dependents. He also represented Evans Army Community Hospital in cases involving medical malpractice. However, for most of his military career, Rich was...

Shawn Hillewaert joined Fisher and Associates after starting his legal career as an intern for a Denver-based corporation where he supported the in-house legal team and project engineers in developing a 1,000 turbine wind energy project and a 750-mile transmission line.

Mr. Hillewaert, a fifth generation Coloradan, received his J.D. from the University of Wyoming College of Law and holds degrees in Economics and Spanish from the University of Utah.

Prior to entering law school, Mr. Hillewaert enjoyed successful careers in call center management and as an underground miner. Outside of work, he enjoys spending time outdoors, whether it’s on his motorcycle...

Jimmy Litle is the COO and Managing Attorney of Right Law Group. As a Colorado native, Jimmy attended high school in Lakewood where he graduated as the valedictorian and earned all-league and all-state honors in baseball and football. After high school, Jimmy attended the University of Colorado at Boulder where he received his bachelor’s degree in communication with a minor in business administration. While at CU, Jimmy received a number of academic accolades including Dean’s List recognition and membership in several honor societies. Jimmy was also a member of Alpha Gamma Omega Christian Fraternity and served three terms as an...

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I represent clients in state and federal courts and in administrative proceedings, including those before the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, Colorado Civil Rights Division, Colorado Department of Labor & Employment, and the U.S. Department of Labor (including the Occupational Safety and Health Administration and the Wage & Hour Division). I handle cases involving discrimination, harassment, retaliation, whistleblower, wrongful termination, wage & hour, post-employment restrictive covenants (noncompetition and nonsolicitation agreements), severance and separation agreements, and breach of contract.

I advise and represent employee clients in all aspects of state and federal employment law claims involving their current or former employers.

I also represent...

I began representing Social Security Disability clients in 1984. I have a small office, consisting of myself and my legal assistant, Denise. We are very responsive to people's inquiries, and can usually return calls within 24 hours, (except on weekends). My clients run the gamut, from homeless to affluent, children to retirement age, and all types of physical and mental disabilities. We get to know our clients very well during this process, and greatly appreciate each of them and their families.