Resources

Representative appellate cases:

• Defending a jury’s defense verdict on behalf of a mother being sued civilly by the father of her child (Schreiner v. Schreiner, 2016CA18);
• Defending the trial court’s order terminating an ex-husband’s duty to continue paying permanent maintenance to his ex-wife (In re the Marriage of Beshai, 2015CA1732);
• Defending the post-decree modification of a separation agreement based on a change of circumstances (In re the Marriage of Tilghman, 2015CA464);
• Defending adoptive parents against the biological father’s challenges to the trial court’s order granting adoption by guardians (In the Matter of the Petition of R.B and R.B. for the Adoption of a Child, 2014CA2399);
• Representing an ex-wife seeking an increase in maintenance based on ex-husband’s post-decree inheritance (In re Marriage of Marlow, 2014CA0262);
• Defending the trial court’s determination that wife’s mother’s gift paying off wife’s home was a gift only to wife, not a gift to the marriage (In re Marriage of Krejci, 2013CA1098);
• Representing a homeowner challenging his homeowner associations’ improper imposition of a lien for unpaid dues and a wrongful foreclosure (Fymbo v. Dayton Green, Ltd. Condominium Owners Ass'n, 2009CA0805 and 2009CA0873);
• Representing a homeowner association seeking to enforce a judgment against an insurance company (Zurich Specialties London, Ltd. v. Central Park Towhhomes Condominium Ass'n, Inc., 2009CA0619, 2009CA1653 and 2009CA2097);
• Representing a homeowner association seeking to implement a major redevelopment plan against an individual attempting to hold up the project against the wishes of the other homeowners (Cinader v. Manor Vail Condominium Ass'n, 2005CA2589).

Published appellate cases:

• Kelly v. Haralampopoulos, 327 P.3d 255 (Colo. 2014); 
• In re the Marriage of Krejci, 297 P.3d 1035 (Colo. App. 2013). 
• Haralampopoulos v. Kelly, 361 P.3d 978 (Colo. App. 2011);
• A.C. Excavating v. Yacht Club II HOA, Inc., 114 P.3d 862 (Colo. 2005);
• Eagle Ridge Condominium Ass'n v. Metropolitan Builders, Inc., 98 P.3d 915 (Colo. App. 2004);
• Yacht Club II HOA, Inc. v A.C. Excavating, 94 P.3d 1177 (Colo. App. 2003).

Finding the right attorney:

When you are searching for the right attorney, keep the following qualities in mind:

• An attorney you feel comfortable working and speaking with, and in whom you have confidence.
• An attorney who will explain the process and applicable law to you in terms you understand.
• An attorney within your financial means.
• An attorney who is financially sophisticated.
• An attorney who is responsive to your needs.
• An attorney who is accessible to you (and promptly returns all phone calls).
• An attorney who specializes in your area of need and who has in-depth experience in the field.

Here are some questions to ask your potential attorney:

• How long have you been practicing in this area?
• What, if any, is the extent of your “in court” experience?
• Are you familiar with Colorado courts and Colorado judges?
• What are the options available to resolve my case? In my particular situation, which would you recommend?
• Who will handle my case? 
• What are your hourly rates?
• How do you calculate your billable hours?
• Will you provide me with an itemized monthly bill?
• If I have a question about my case, can I call you?  How quickly can I expect to have my calls returned?
• If we are unable to negotiate a settlement and my case goes to trial, will your firm represent me in court or recommend me to another firm?
• What can I do to minimize my legal expenses?
• What do you expect from me?
• What documents do I need to produce?