Shapiro Family Law

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Shapiro Family Law

This lawyer is licensed to practice in Colorado and has no record of discipline from the Colorado bar association. *

Shapiro Family Law

Shapiro Family Law

Open for Business
Offers Video Calls

This lawyer is licensed to practice in Colorado and has no record of discipline from the Colorado bar association. *

Firm Overview

We have established a reputation for providing quality legal services in all areas of family law, from simple amicable dissolutions to complex cases. Our Denver divorce attorneys pride themselves on providing all of their clients with individual attention, compassionate counsel and vigorous advocacy. We will help you navigate complex family matters so that you can move forward in your life with hope and confidence.

Guiding You to a Better Future

At our firm, we understand the stress and uncertainty that accompanies divorce. When advising and representing you, our goal will be to achieve your divorce in a timely and cost-effective manner while protecting your rights. We will listen to your concerns, explain the legal process, and chart a course designed to achieve an efficient resolution of issues involving child custody, property division, and child support.

While we represent people of all income levels and stations in life, Shapiro Family Law has extensive experience in divorces involving complex financial issues. We understand the many legal, financial and tax aspects of such cases, and supplement our knowledge with those of experts in business valuation and other financial specialties. When representing you, our lawyers will work diligently to protect your assets and help you obtain your fair share of your marital assets.

Main Office

Main Office
8751 E. Hampden Ave
Suite B5
Denver, CO 80231

Phone

(303) 695-0200

Fax

(303) 695-8154

Fees
Hourly Rates

$225 - $400

Office Information
Office Hours

8:30AM - 5:30PM

Emergency After Hours

No

Languages Spoken

English

Divorce

What is your firm's point of view regarding clients educating themselves on legal issues?

We think it is important for clients to understand their legal rights and obligations.

Is your firm willing to review documents prepared by clients?

Yes to an extent.

Is your firm willing to coach clients who want to represent themselves?

We do not do a lot of this type of work.

How frequently does your firm use mediation, arbitration, or collaborative law to resolve cases?

Always.

What are your firm's strengths and style?

Every client receives individual attention as we do not take every case. We are very detail oriented and pay close attention to the needs of the case. We are casual, friendly and we have a positive atmosphere in our office.

Does your firm provide pro bono legal services or otherwise participate in your community?

Yes but only as we choose to do.

Is your firm willing to help a client with one discrete part of a case, without taking on the whole case?

Yes.

What are your policies about dividing work within the firm to make the process most cost-effective for the client?

We excel in task division and do this whenever possible.

What distinguishes your law firm from others?

We are small, experienced and we pay attention to the needs of the client and case.

What experience or education distinguishes your lawyers from others?

Forty years of experience, Super Lawyer recognition, AV rating.

How did your firm decide on the primary area of practice(s)?

This began in 1990 with an interest in providing the best representation to families in crisis.

Shapiro Family Law
Laura Shapiro

I am a family law attorney with 40+ years of experience in helping clients receive the best possible outcome in their cases. I have been practicing since 1977 and have owned my own practice since 1991. I am recognized by my peers with awards such as The National Advocates Top 100 Lawyers and 5281 Super Lawyers.

Specialties: family law | divorce and separation | property division | child custody | child support | allocation of parental responsibilities | post-decree modifications | mediation | pre and post nuptial agreements | grandparent rights | adoption | contempt | appeals

License

Bar Number: 11519
Colorado, 1981

Education

New York Law School
Juris Doctor, 1978

Trinity College
B.A., 1972

Shapiro Family Law
Laura Shapiro

I am a family law attorney with 40+ years of experience in helping clients receive the best possible outcome in their cases. I have been practicing since 1977 and have owned my own practice since 1991. I am recognized by my peers with awards such as The National Advocates Top 100 Lawyers and 5281 Super Lawyers.

Specialties: family law | divorce and separation | property division | child custody | child support | allocation of parental responsibilities | post-decree modifications | mediation | pre and post nuptial agreements | grandparent rights | adoption | contempt | appeals

License

Bar Number: 11519
Colorado, 1981

Education

New York Law School Juris Doctor, 1978


Trinity College B.A., 1972


Shapiro Family Law
Rebecca Amat-y-Leon

Rebecca Amat y Leon is a Senior Associate at Shapiro Family Law in Denver. Rebecca's practice focuses solely on the issue of family and domestic relations law, including divorce, legal separation, child custody, child support, maintenance (i.e., alimony), and other related issues. Read More

Having begun her legal career working with Boulder County's Family Court Facilitator in 2005, Rebecca is now an experienced veteran of domestic litigation. Rebecca is a respected – and often feared – legal adversary; among her peers and clients, Rebecca has a ten-star reputation for efficacy and results.

Having earned her undergraduate degree from the University of Colorado at Boulder, she graduated with honors, double-majoring in Psychology and Sociology. She did so while competing with the university's equestrian team. Subsequently, Rebecca earned her Juris Doctor from the University of Denver's Sturm College of Law.

Today, her practice areas focus on contested child custody and visitation cases, as well as high asset divorces, in the many counties located throughout Colorado's Front Range. In addition to divorce and child custody matters, Rebecca litigates paternity, juvenile, dependency and neglect (D&N), and contempt/enforcement proceedings.

She continues to possess a deep passion for horses and animals. In addition to her family law practice, she has been known to represent animal rescues and equestrian businesses in the Denver area.

Education

University of Denver - Sturm College of Law
J.D.,

Shapiro Family Law
Rebecca Amat-y-Leon

Rebecca Amat y Leon is a Senior Associate at Shapiro Family Law in Denver. Rebecca's practice focuses solely on the issue of family and domestic relations law, including divorce, legal separation, child custody, child support, maintenance (i.e., alimony), and other related issues. Read More

Having begun her legal career working with Boulder County's Family Court Facilitator in 2005, Rebecca is now an experienced veteran of domestic litigation. Rebecca is a respected – and often feared – legal adversary; among her peers and clients, Rebecca has a ten-star reputation for efficacy and results.

Having earned her undergraduate degree from the University of Colorado at Boulder, she graduated with honors, double-majoring in Psychology and Sociology. She did so while competing with the university's equestrian team. Subsequently, Rebecca earned her Juris Doctor from the University of Denver's Sturm College of Law.

Today, her practice areas focus on contested child custody and visitation cases, as well as high asset divorces, in the many counties located throughout Colorado's Front Range. In addition to divorce and child custody matters, Rebecca litigates paternity, juvenile, dependency and neglect (D&N), and contempt/enforcement proceedings.

She continues to possess a deep passion for horses and animals. In addition to her family law practice, she has been known to represent animal rescues and equestrian businesses in the Denver area.

Education

University of Denver - Sturm College of Law J.D.,


Shapiro Family Law
Haley Rheaves

Shapiro Family Law
Haley Rheaves

Shapiro Family Law
Miles Von Schriltz

Shapiro Family Law
Miles Von Schriltz

Firm Overview

We have established a reputation for providing quality legal services in all areas of family law, from simple amicable dissolutions to complex cases. Our Denver divorce attorneys pride themselves on providing all of their clients with individual attention, compassionate counsel and vigorous advocacy. We will help you navigate complex family matters so that you can move forward in your life with hope and confidence.

Guiding You to a Better Future

At our firm, we understand the stress and uncertainty that accompanies divorce. When advising and representing you, our goal will be to achieve your divorce in a timely and cost-effective manner while protecting your rights. We will listen to your concerns, explain the legal process, and chart a course designed to achieve an efficient resolution of issues involving child custody, property division, and child support.

While we represent people of all income levels and stations in life, Shapiro Family Law has extensive experience in divorces involving complex financial issues. We understand the many legal, financial and tax aspects of such cases, and supplement our knowledge with those of experts in business valuation and other financial specialties. When representing you, our lawyers will work diligently to protect your assets and help you obtain your fair share of your marital assets.

Main Office

Main Office
8751 E. Hampden Ave
Suite B5
Denver, CO 80231

Phone

(303) 695-0200

Fax

(303) 695-8154

Fees
Hourly Rates

$225 - $400

Office Information
Office Hours

8:30AM - 5:30PM

Emergency After Hours

No

Languages Spoken

English

Divorce

What is your firm's point of view regarding clients educating themselves on legal issues?

We think it is important for clients to understand their legal rights and obligations.

Is your firm willing to review documents prepared by clients?

Yes to an extent.

Is your firm willing to coach clients who want to represent themselves?

We do not do a lot of this type of work.

How frequently does your firm use mediation, arbitration, or collaborative law to resolve cases?

Always.

What are your firm's strengths and style?

Every client receives individual attention as we do not take every case. We are very detail oriented and pay close attention to the needs of the case. We are casual, friendly and we have a positive atmosphere in our office.

Does your firm provide pro bono legal services or otherwise participate in your community?

Yes but only as we choose to do.

Is your firm willing to help a client with one discrete part of a case, without taking on the whole case?

Yes.

What are your policies about dividing work within the firm to make the process most cost-effective for the client?

We excel in task division and do this whenever possible.

What distinguishes your law firm from others?

We are small, experienced and we pay attention to the needs of the client and case.

What experience or education distinguishes your lawyers from others?

Forty years of experience, Super Lawyer recognition, AV rating.

How did your firm decide on the primary area of practice(s)?

This began in 1990 with an interest in providing the best representation to families in crisis.

Shapiro Family Law
Laura Shapiro

I am a family law attorney with 40+ years of experience in helping clients receive the best possible outcome in their cases. I have been practicing since 1977 and have owned my own practice since 1991. I am recognized by my peers with awards such as The National Advocates Top 100 Lawyers and 5281 Super Lawyers.

Specialties: family law | divorce and separation | property division | child custody | child support | allocation of parental responsibilities | post-decree modifications | mediation | pre and post nuptial agreements | grandparent rights | adoption | contempt | appeals

License

Bar Number: 11519
Colorado, 1981

Education

New York Law School
Juris Doctor, 1978

Trinity College
B.A., 1972

Shapiro Family Law
Laura Shapiro

I am a family law attorney with 40+ years of experience in helping clients receive the best possible outcome in their cases. I have been practicing since 1977 and have owned my own practice since 1991. I am recognized by my peers with awards such as The National Advocates Top 100 Lawyers and 5281 Super Lawyers.

Specialties: family law | divorce and separation | property division | child custody | child support | allocation of parental responsibilities | post-decree modifications | mediation | pre and post nuptial agreements | grandparent rights | adoption | contempt | appeals

License

Bar Number: 11519
Colorado, 1981

Education

New York Law School Juris Doctor, 1978


Trinity College B.A., 1972


Shapiro Family Law
Rebecca Amat-y-Leon

Rebecca Amat y Leon is a Senior Associate at Shapiro Family Law in Denver. Rebecca's practice focuses solely on the issue of family and domestic relations law, including divorce, legal separation, child custody, child support, maintenance (i.e., alimony), and other related issues. Read More

Having begun her legal career working with Boulder County's Family Court Facilitator in 2005, Rebecca is now an experienced veteran of domestic litigation. Rebecca is a respected – and often feared – legal adversary; among her peers and clients, Rebecca has a ten-star reputation for efficacy and results.

Having earned her undergraduate degree from the University of Colorado at Boulder, she graduated with honors, double-majoring in Psychology and Sociology. She did so while competing with the university's equestrian team. Subsequently, Rebecca earned her Juris Doctor from the University of Denver's Sturm College of Law.

Today, her practice areas focus on contested child custody and visitation cases, as well as high asset divorces, in the many counties located throughout Colorado's Front Range. In addition to divorce and child custody matters, Rebecca litigates paternity, juvenile, dependency and neglect (D&N), and contempt/enforcement proceedings.

She continues to possess a deep passion for horses and animals. In addition to her family law practice, she has been known to represent animal rescues and equestrian businesses in the Denver area.

Education

University of Denver - Sturm College of Law
J.D.,

Shapiro Family Law
Rebecca Amat-y-Leon

Rebecca Amat y Leon is a Senior Associate at Shapiro Family Law in Denver. Rebecca's practice focuses solely on the issue of family and domestic relations law, including divorce, legal separation, child custody, child support, maintenance (i.e., alimony), and other related issues. Read More

Having begun her legal career working with Boulder County's Family Court Facilitator in 2005, Rebecca is now an experienced veteran of domestic litigation. Rebecca is a respected – and often feared – legal adversary; among her peers and clients, Rebecca has a ten-star reputation for efficacy and results.

Having earned her undergraduate degree from the University of Colorado at Boulder, she graduated with honors, double-majoring in Psychology and Sociology. She did so while competing with the university's equestrian team. Subsequently, Rebecca earned her Juris Doctor from the University of Denver's Sturm College of Law.

Today, her practice areas focus on contested child custody and visitation cases, as well as high asset divorces, in the many counties located throughout Colorado's Front Range. In addition to divorce and child custody matters, Rebecca litigates paternity, juvenile, dependency and neglect (D&N), and contempt/enforcement proceedings.

She continues to possess a deep passion for horses and animals. In addition to her family law practice, she has been known to represent animal rescues and equestrian businesses in the Denver area.

Education

University of Denver - Sturm College of Law J.D.,


Shapiro Family Law
Haley Rheaves

Shapiro Family Law
Haley Rheaves

Shapiro Family Law
Miles Von Schriltz

Shapiro Family Law
Miles Von Schriltz

This lawyer is licensed to practice in Colorado and has no record of discipline from the Colorado bar association. *

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* Nolo has confirmed that every member attorney has a valid license and is in good standing with the state agency that licenses lawyers. Any past disbarments and suspensions (with possible exceptions for minor violations or nonpayment of dues, in our discretion) will be indicated accordingly in the badge. Member attorneys are required to notify Nolo immediately if they become the subject of any disciplinary action by any state licensing agency.