Montezuma County Elder Law Lawyers

Shannon Soignier is a partner at The Soignier Law Firm, LLC. She is an experienced attorney who has represented workers’ compensation claimants before the Office of Administrative Courts and social security claimants at their social security hearings.

As a former Registered Nurse in varying clinical settings, Ms. Soignier has reviewed and evaluated thousands of pages of medical documents in both her nursing practice and in her legal practice. She understands the challenges associated with complex cases that involve voluminous medical records.

Ms. Soignier graduated from Fort Lewis College with a BA in International Relations in 1999 and received her law degree from...

Amos L. Soignier is originally from Southern Louisiana. Mr. Soignier received a BA from Fort Lewis College in 1999 and his law degree from the University of Idaho School of Law in December of 2003, and has practiced law in Durango since 2004.

In addition to his law practice, Mr. Soignier is an avid outdoorsman, enjoying Colorado activities like hiking, camping, boating, ski, snowboarding and the like. Mr. Soignier has lived in the Durango area for over 20 years and is intimately familiar with the Durango community and caters to the needs of families in the southwestern Colorado.

I am an experienced Estate Planning, Elder Care, Probate and Special Needs Planning attorney. I offer comprehensive representation to individuals, couples and families throughout the Boulder area.

A Certified Specialist in Estate Planning, Trust, and Probate Law, I have also been recognized among the nation’s Leading Estate Planning Attorneys. I am dedicated to providing personalized counsel and powerful execution to meet your legal goals and objectives. You can be confident that I will address your specific situation, concerns and goals as you take control of your future.

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John brings a rich and diverse business and practical business background to the practice of Law. He received his undergraduate degree from Louisiana State University and his Juris Doctor from the University of Denver School of Law where he served on the Law Review. Admitted to practice in 1982, he has handled a variety of types of law, but has found Estate Planning to be the area in which he wishes to specialize. As Director of Sales and Marketing for the National Network of Estate Planning Attorneys, John taught mature lawyers from coast to coast how to develop...

Stephen A. Brunette is a lawyer and legal author. His practice emphasis is on Probate litigation, Guardianship, Conservatorship, and Appeals.

I worked for the insurance companies for 10 years before becoming a trial lawyer for the past 37 years. While working for the insurance companies I learned how insurance companies operate and gained valuable inside information. I have concentrated my practice in the area of personal injury including automobile accidents, premises liability, in adequate security, brain damage, and a variety of other types of cases. I am bilingual in English and Spanish.

I pride myself on the personal service we give to every client. I provide my cell phone number for 24/7 access to me personally. I...

Tyler Murray, Esq. attended law school at Florida Coastal School of Law in Jacksonville, Florida. While there he gained litigation experience in United States Tax Court while interning at the Low Income Tax Clinic. He also volunteered with the AARP-Vita program where he prepared federal tax returns for elderly and low-income individuals. Tyler was very active in the law school community and graduated with Pro Bono honors for completing over 150 hours of volunteer work while in law school.

After graduating from Florida Coastal in 2009 Tyler moved to Denver to sit for the bar exam and begin his LL.M. in...

Welcome to SAW Law, LLC. We're a Denver located law firm practicing in the areas of: Social Security Disability, Mesothelioma and Asbestos claims, Wills and Estate Planning, Corporate Formation, Landlord Assistance and Property Management and Residential Real Estate Transactions.

Keith Gantenbein is the owner of Gantenbein Law Firm, a premier law firm in Denver, Colorado, focusing on Real Estate, Business, Probate, Estate Planning, Wills & Trusts, Elder Law, Credit Disputes, Civil Litigation & Tax Law.

Gantenbein Law Firm is an award-winning, nationally-recognized law firm that has been featured on Wall Street Journal, The Denver Post, AOl News, ABC News, Channel 4 News, American Bar Association Journal, and more.

Gantenbein Law Firm's attorneys have combined experienced of 85 years and are licensed in 8 states.

Mr. Gantenbein has been recognized as a Super Lawyers, Rising Star in 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018...

Meagan Moodie is the founder of The Moodie Law Firm. She is a Colorado native who was born and raised in Denver. Ms. Moodie graduated from Saint Louis University School of Law in 2012 and passed the Colorado Bar that same year. She has worked in the appellate division of the Missouri State Public Defender’s office, in family and immigration divisions of the Saint Louis University Legal Clinic, and as a clerk in the Denver District Court. She has a diverse array of experience in criminal, family, civil, and immigration courts.

A notorious night-owl, I am the trial lawyer and managing member of Peters Schulte Odil & Wallshein LLC, where we focus on resolving disputes in and out of court. My practice focuses on complex commercial litigation, probate and trust litigation, oil and gas matters, and appeals. I routinely handle trials both to a jury and to the court, and have argued appellate cases in the Colorado Court of Appeals, Colorado Supreme Court and the 10th Circuit Court of Appeals. I received my undergraduate degree from the Metropolitan State University of Denver, and law degree from the University...

Mac Hester is an experienced trial lawyer. He has litigated and tried personal injury and commercial law cases in South Carolina and Colorado since 1986. He has also handled appeals in the Supreme Court of South Carolina and the Supreme Court of Colorado. Mac Hester graduated from Clemson University in 1982 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Economics and he continues to apply economic principles and analysis to his cases in order to maximize gain for the client while minimizing cost. He was awarded the Juris Doctor degree from the University of South Carolina Law School in 1986. He has...

Marianne Blackwell focuses her practice on representing clients in tax planning, estate planning, and charitable gift planning. Prior to returning to the practice of law, Marianne worked in higher education fundraising for over 15 years and was a former senior director in the Offices of Gift Planning with the University of Colorado and Colorado State University. In those roles, she supported the fundraising efforts of these Universities and assisted donors and their advisors in considering and designing charitable giving plans as part of their personal financial and estate planning. Ms. Blackwell graduated from the University of Oklahoma in 1982 with...

Attorney Anne B. Jorgensen is backed by years of experience handling legal issues involving elder law. By focusing on this specific practice area, she is able to help her clients navigate through matters involving estate planning, probate, trust litigation, guardianships, and conservatorships. In every case, she strives to obtain positive results for her clients and works diligently to see that each client receives the care and attention they need from the day their case opens until the day their case is resolved. Before joining the firm. Ms. Jorgensen attended Arizona State University where she completed her Bachelor of Science...

Sonny Wiegand holds a B.A. in History from Tulane University School of Arts & Sciences (1970), a J.D. from Tulane University School of Law (1972), and an LL.M.-Taxation from the University of Denver Sturm College of Law (1977). He has practiced law since 1972, focusing on business law and tax-related issues since 1977. He has continuously served on the board of directors of several companies of varying sizes for over 15 years.

Mr. Westlund excels in the the practical application of the law to your individual case. For over 37 years, he has served clients in Broomfield, Northglenn, Westminster, Brighton and throughout the greater Denver Metropolitan Area. His Northglenn, Colorado office has convenient access to the courts of Adams, Broomfield, and Denver metropolitan counties.

A wide range of education and experience gives this attorney a unique perspective to your legal and personal issues. His concern, first and foremost, is for his client’s complete needs. It is often difficult to find concern for personal well-being as a client of a large, inhospitable law firm....

Since 1979, it has been my goal to serve my clients so as to make a difference in their lives. I consider this as my highest calling in the practice of law. With guidance, clients can find opportunities; calm their fears; reassure loved ones; preserve what matters most; discover their strengths; overcome adversity; feel good about their progress, and – most importantly – achieve peace of mind. Successful planning is infrequent and uncommon in most families, but not for my clients. My planning process is less about the documents and more about achieving results. I Use a unique planning approach...

Experienced elder law and disability rights attorney, active in bar association and non profit boards, trial and appellate experience, married with two adult daughters

Modern estate planning for clients in Colorado, California, and the District of Columbia. We specialize in wills, trusts, and powers of attorney. Our highly innovative and personalized approach puts client interests first by creating custom solutions.

Michael became a lawyer in 2008 to dedicate his career to serving others and making a positive difference. As the oldest of seven children, he grew up with a high level of responsibility and an understanding of the importance of family.

Michael has had an extensive career working as an attorney in both the private and public sectors, yet he has also maintained an emphasis...

Andrew enjoys meeting with people and talking with them about their lives and interests. Helping people be prepared for the future comes naturally and his attitude of respect for others and sense of humor provides a comfortable setting to discuss difficult topics like preparing for death and aging. He understands a solid estate plan will give you peace of mind, knowing that everything is planned for and taken care of when you pass away, and will work with you collaboratively to meet your goals. While much of this can be confusing Andrew is able to explain everything in ways that...

Little Law Office is a full-service Estate Planning Firm, we offer services in Estate Planning, Elder Law, Business Succession Planning, Asset Protection, Probate, Pet Trusts, Gun Trusts, Power of Attorney and Legal Directives for Medical Care.

RICHARD B. VINCENT is a partner in the law firm of Vincent, Romeo & Rodriguez, LLC. His practice emphasizes the legal problems of the elderly and disabled, including legal issues related to establishing and maintaining eligibility for Medicaid and other public benefit programs, trust and estate planning, estate administration, conservatorships and guardianships, disability planning through use of durable powers of attorney and special needs trusts, nursing homes and assisted living facilities, VA benefits and retirement. Mr. Vincent graduated from the University of Michigan with honors in 1977. In 1983, he received his law degree and MBA from the...

Jodi is a founding Partner in Martin Law Office LLC and has 18 years of experience as an attorney. At Martin Law Office LLC, Jodi focuses her energy and legal experience on providing legal services to a diverse client base, to include a focus on legal matters impacting the LGBT community, their allies, and individuals impacted by HIV. Jodi works with clients to strengthen and protect themselves and their families through planning and when necessary, litigation.

Guardian ad Litem (attorney representing the best interests of children in court involved matters) contracted through Colorado Office of the Child's Representative. OCR attorneys provide competent and effective legal representation to Colorado’s children involved in the court system because they have been abused and neglected, impacted by high conflict parenting time disputes, or charged with delinquent acts and are without a parent able to provide relevant information to the court or protect their best interests during the proceedings. I provide services as Guardian ad Litem in Dependency and Neglect matters; Juvenile Delinquency/Truancy; Domestic Relations; Adoption; and Mental Health cases. Juvenile Attorney...

Rob specializes in estate planning, estate administration and trusts. In his practice, Rob works with clients to create estate plans, which often include wills, trusts, living trusts, living wills, and powers of attorneys. He has also helped many clients obtain guardianships for loved ones that need someone to help care for them and conservatorships to help manage their loved one's finances. He helps clients in administering estates (probate) and trusts.

As an estate planning and probate lawyer, I help people protect their families and their assets, making sure the state doesn't come in and inherit instead of loved ones. Court is costly. We understand this and work with you to develop a plan that keeps your family out court, avoids probate, and makes things as simple as possible.

There is a lot of misinformation out there when it comes to wills, trusts, and many planning concerns. My time working at the Deputy Public Administrator's office has given me an experience that most lawyers do not receive. I have seen what happens...

Thomas A. Rodriguez is a partner at Vincent, Romeo & Rodriguez, LLC, located in Louisville, Colorado. Providing representation to clients throughout the state, he focuses his practice primarily on probate litigation involving contested conservatorships and guardianships, fiduciary representation, and similar matters. Mr. Rodriguez has also served in a fiduciary capacity, acting as a personal representative and conservator.

As an undergraduate, Mr. Rodriguez attended Hardin-Simmons University and received a Bachelor of Arts in 1995. He then pursued his legal education at Emory University School of Law and was awarded his Juris Doctor in 1998. Mr. Rodriguez is admitted to practice before all...

Rebecca L. Shandrick, Esq. is the principal of the Law Offices of Rebecca L. Shandrick, LLC. She has been practicing law for over 30 years and is experienced in the areas of Elder Law, Guardianship and Conservatorship, Estate Planning, Medicaid eligibility and appeals, Wills and Trusts, estate litigation, fiduciary representation, Powers of Attorney, Probate, estate planning for persons with special needs and special needs trusts and all related areas.
Ms. Shandrick is a graduate of the University of Colorado School of Law and served on the Board of Editors of the University of Colorado Law Review. She...

Doug Holden is a husband, father, lawyer, law professor, business entrepreneur, youth coach and witty public speaker. Doug Holden is the legal translator for regular people in Colorado. “For most people, legalese is a foreign language. Because Doug is fluent in that world, you don’t have to be. He explains the law to you, and you to the law.” Doug listens to you. Then, he converts the legalese surrounding your life’s events into language and terms you can understand. Once you are clear on your options and opportunities, Doug customizes a package for...

Kathryn Hall graduated from the University of Virginia School of Law in 1993. She worked as a Staff Attorney and Managing Attorney at the Georgia Legal Services Program (GLSP) from 1993 to 2006, where she managed the Elderly Legal Assistance Project for the Waycross field office. While managing the Elderly Legal Assistance Project, Ms. Hall successfully represented senior citizens in Medicaid and Social Security appeals, nursing home discharge appeals, debt collection defense cases, and probate matters, as well as assisting with the preparation of wills, living wills, and powers of attorney. She opened the Law Office...

Justin Blow joined Colorado Estate Matters, Ltd. in 2013 with experience as a criminal trial lawyer, having defended clients with charges from misdemeanor drug charges to homicide. Right now he is the managing partner of Colorado Estate Matters, Ltd., having rapidly learned Estate Planning, Elder Law, Probate, and Guardianship/Conservatorship law. He also manages all the litigation for the firm giving our clients the value of his courtroom experience and knowledge. Justin founded and worked as Owner & CEO of The Blow Law Office Ltd., based in Lakewood, Colorado, where he has helped clients in county, state, and federal court. Before...

Joel is a founding partner of Huber Hassell, specializing in Estate Planning, Business Law, and Corporate Governance. Joel earned his Juris Doctor from the University of Denver Sturm College of Law and holds an LLM in Wealth Management focusing on estate planning from Texas A&M University. He has been a licensed attorney since 1994. Joel’s extensive experience spans over three decades in the legal and corporate sectors, emphasizing technology and executive leadership. Before founding Huber Hassell, Joel served as CEO of Canoe Ventures, LLC, where he was instrumental in providing real-time dynamic ad insertion solutions for major cable networks. His...

Solo practitioner focusing on consumer protection, tax law, contracts, litigation

Solo practitioner in Elbert County, Colorado. My practice focuses on Estate Planning, Elder Law, Long Term Care Planning (including Medicaid), Chronic and Serious Illness Planning, Farm and Ranch Estate Planning and Probate. I serve all of Colorado, but particularly Elbert, Lincoln, Douglas, El Paso and Arapahoe Counties, as well as rural areas throughout Eastern Colorado. House calls are available if desired.

Kyle Johnson is a partner with the Prosser Clapper & Johnson law firm firmed based out of both Denver, Colorado and Memphis, Tennessee. He has been with the firm since 2016 and exclusively focused on securities and investment related litigation. Growing up just outside of Memphis, Kyle went on to graduate Cum Laude from Christian Brothers University with a degree in Business where he was the Captain of the Men’s Golf team for both his junior and senior year. During his senior season, he was voted to the Gulf South Conference All-Academic Team for his success in the classroom and...

Ms. McDonald received her Bachelor of Science degree with distinction in Journalism with special emphasis in Mathematics, Philosophy and French from the University of Kansas in 1994, where she was elected to Phi Beta Kappa Academic Honor Society, Kappa Tau Alpha National Honor Society and Phi Kappa Phi Collegiate Honor Society. In 2000, she went on to obtain a Juris Doctor from the University of Denver with high honors, where she was a member of Order of St. Ives Honorary Scholastic Legal Society, served as general editor for the University of Denver Law Review, and served as Justice for...

Janine A. Guillen is a Principal at GUILLEN | DEGEORGE, LLP. Her practice areas include Estate and Business Planning, Tax, Corporate Law, Trusts, Incapacity Planning (including Guardianships and Conservatorships), Probate and Trust Administration, Litigation, and Health Care Law. Janine has represented hundreds of clients in all stages of the planning process and has served as lead counsel in trials to juries and the bench. Janine is licensed to practice law in Colorado, New York, and before the U.S. Tax Court. In addition, Janine is a frequently requested teacher and speaker. She teaches continuing education classes for CPAs, wealth advisors, insurance...