Otero County Lawyers

Leta has been a Colorado licensed attorney since 2004. Leta has dedicated her legal career to providing quality legal services to her clients and helping the most vulnerable members of our society. Leta also served as a court appointed guardian ad litem for abused and neglected children for approximately eleven years.

Awards
Leta and her team were awarded with the 2010 Attorney, Guardian ad Litem of the year for the State of Colorado by the CASA organization. Leta was also awarded the 2005 Guardian ad Litem of the year award for 17th Judicial District by the CASA organization. Leta...

Mr. Perkins focuses on criminal defense and family law. He began his law career as a prosecutor in Idaho in 2007. After 2 years, he started his own practice doing criminal defense and family law. Mr. Perkins relocated with his family to Colorado in 2014, and, after getting licensed in Colorado, worked for a Colorado Springs law firm doing family law. In 2016, Mr. Perkins decided to again start his own practice focusing on criminal defense and family law.

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...

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.

At Odle Law LLC, protecting our clients’ rights and dignity is our highest priority. We understand that bad things can happen to good people, and we make sure your legal matter impacts your life and your family as little as possible. Odle Law LCC is a full-service law firm in Colorado Springs, offering a variety of legal services led by the experienced and compassionate attorney Robert P. Odle. If you need attentive representation, and lawyers who will fight for your case, contact Odle Law today.

Galyn Johnson grew up in Palisade, Colorado. She received a BA in History/Government from Adams State College, Colorado with a cumulative GPA of 3.4. She attended Law School at University of Colorado at Boulder, Colorado. She graduated in the top third of her class in 1987 and passed the Bar that same year.

Galyn and her husband have resided in Colorado Springs since October 1987 and have raised their two children here.

Galyn practiced in a small law firm from March 1988 until October 2003. She practiced primarily family law and Chapter 7 Bankruptcy while with that...

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.

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...

About Christopher Attorney, Christopher M. Nicolaysen focuses primarily on helping those injured in car accidents due to no fault of their own. The personal injury matters include auto accidents, bicycle accidents, pedestrian accidents, and trucking accidents. Chris truly enjoys helping clients through a difficult time and helping them get the compensation they deserve. Background & Education Before becoming a founding member of Springs Law Group, Chris worked for two law firms in Colorado Springs focusing on family law and estate planning matters. Chris has run the spectrum of a case from the initial intake to mediation to final hearings. During this time, Chris...

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...

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.

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...

Joel M. Pratt is originally from Denver, Colorado. He received his bachelor’s degree from the University of Colorado at Boulder, after which he started his career in family law right here at Dailey Law, P.C. as a legal assistant. He left the office to go to the University of Michigan Law School, where he graduated magna cum laude and Order of the Coif, an honor society for top law school graduates. During law school, he clerked for a large law firm and interned for Hon. Alan Loeb of the Colorado Court of Appeals. After graduation, he clerked for the University...

The Colorado Springs Law Office of John-Paul Lyle provides experienced and effective legal assistance in all areas of Colorado family law. Mr. Lyle’s steady and reassuring counsel will guide you through the emotional dynamics present in most Colorado Springs family law proceedings and provide legal closure to your family law matter.

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...

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....

I am who I am. I stand behind my work and will never say anything that I am unwilling to back up. I went to a Tier 1 level law school and graduated in the top half of my class even though I had a baby in my last year. I have negotiated against some of the very best lawyers in Colorado. I have taken on big fortune 500 companies. I stand up and fight for my clients, and it is easier for me since I actually know my clients. When I bump into...

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.

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...

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...

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...

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,...

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 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...

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,...

Drew began his legal career defending liability claims against individuals, businesses and professionals on behalf of insurance companies in a broad range of civil litigation from automobile collisions to hospital negligence and medical malpractice actions. In the early 1990’s, Drew changed course and begin representing the individuals and their families who have suffered serious injury or death as a result of the negligent, careless or reckless actions of others. His first-hand knowledge of claims handling by insurance companies and their counsel has proven to be a significant asset in obtaining recoveries for the people he represents. His success is due...

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.

Mr. McKinney, a Colorado native, graduated cum laude from Western State College in 1993 and received his Juris Doctor from the University of Nebraska in 1996. Mr. McKinney has been assisting the legal needs of clients in Colorado Springs since 1998 and is well-aware of our local community needs and compassionately works towards resolution in difficult times. Mr. McKinney has been married to Jill McKinney since 1989. Together they have two children, Natalie and Jacob, who attend school in Woodland Park, CO and are very involved scholastically and sing with the Colorado Springs Children's Chorale. Mr. McKinney devotes his personal...

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...