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1 P R E S E N T S DENVER S TOP RATED LAWYERS OF 2014 THE LAW FIRM OF WILLIAM BABICH, LLC COLORADO S VOICE FOR THE INJURED PAGE 3 ALSO INSIDE DENVER LAW 2014 PAGE 8 PRESENTS A SPECIAL ADVERTISING SUPPLEMENT DISTRIBUTED WITH THE DENVER POST AND THE WALL STREET JOURNAL KNOW YOUR CHILD CUSTODY AND VISITATION RIGHTS SELECTING A WORKERS COMPENSATION LAWYER PAGE 7 PAGE 10 LEGAL LEADERS APPEARING WITH

2 ALM LEGAL GROUP Welcome to Denver s Top Rated Lawyers of 2014, a publication HIGHLIGHTS IN THIS ISSUE: ACCOUNT EXECUTIVES SHANTELEE CHRISTIE LAURA GUNAWAN featuring legal talent from the metropolitan area and the state. MAXWELL HIRSCH ULEI KOU BRIDGET MCDONALD MARCY PALACIOS GEORGE SCHWIMMER The attorneys featured here and in the accompanying online edition have all achieved the peer reviewed rating of AV Preeminent by Martindale- SR. CONTENT MANAGER Hubbell, the company that has long JUSTIN SMULISON set the standard for lawyer ratings. The ASSISTANT ART DIRECTOR SAMMY ELFATRANY GRAPHIC DESIGNER ASHLEE REDD PROFILES WRITER SEAN STONEFIELD AV Preeminent rating is a significant accomplishment and demonstrates that a lawyer s peers have ranked him or her at the highest level of professional excellence. Our online edition of Denver s 3 4 THE LAW FIRM OF WILLIAM BABICH LEGAL LEADERS INDEX A comprehensive list of Denver s Top Rated Lawyers of BUSINESS MANAGER COLLEEN HANSON Top Rated Lawyers, accessible at at.law.com/denvertoprated, includes the complete directory of all of the 5 AVIATION: WHEN LITIGATION TAKES FLIGHT GROUP PUBLISHER SCOTT PIERCE COVER PHOTOGRAPHY BY Denver area s AV Peeminent rated attorneys, listed by their practice areas. In addition to insightful profiles of many 7 KNOW YOUR CHILD CUSTODY AND VISITATION RIGHTS PAUL TRANTOW Top Rated attorneys, this publication features articles covering trends in the To order reprints of Denver s Top Rated Lawyers of 2014, please contact law, and is a valuable resource for finding top legal talent and making more informed decisions. or REPRINTS@ALM.COM Publishers do not warrant that the information contained herein is complete or accurate. ALM Media, LLC (or either party s affiliates, employees, officers, directors or agents) does not assume, and hereby disclaims, any liability to any person for any loss or damage caused by errors or omissions herein, whether such errors or omissions result from negligence, accident or any other cause. This magazine includes paid attorney advertising. Consumers should contact the state bar for verification and additional information prior to securing the legal services of any attorney. Sincerely, SCOTT PIERCE GROUP PUBLISHER LEGALLEADERS@ALM.COM DENVER LAW 2014 Legal trends in the Mile-High City and the Rocky Moutain State SELECTING A WORKERS COMPENSATION LAWYER PRACTICE AREA INDEX An index of featured firms categorized by practice area.

3 THE LAW FIRM OF WILLIAM BABICH, LLC MAJOR PERSONAL INJURY, AUTO COLLISION, INSURANCE, COMMERCIAL VEHICLE AND TRUCKING LITIGATION IN FOUNDING THIS FIRM OVER 30 YEARS AGO, I wanted it to be the voice for the injured dedicated to helping people whose lives will never be the same again, explains Bill Babich of The Law Firm of William Babich, LLC. Over the ensuing three decades, Bill Babich has garnered numerous accolades from his peers and clients for his creativity, tenacity, and excellence in his relentless pursuit of justice on behalf of members of the community who have suffered major injuries or the loss of a family member. By design, my firm is not a highvolume operation, Mr. Babich says. We are in the fortunate position to be able to focus on major injury and death events. This approach allows us to devote the time and resources necessary to pursue every ounce of justice for the seriously injured people we represent. Paul Trantow BABICH RECALLS, COMING OUT OF LAW SCHOOL in 1981, I was offered positions with insurance defense firms but I turned them down because it is just not who I am or what I wanted to do. I ve always been on the side of individuals, never insurance companies or corporations. My allegiance has always been to people. THROUGHOUT HIS CAREER, BABICH HAS BEEN THE voice for the injured, from pursuing trucking companies that cause carnage on the highways by disregarding the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations; to representing a young woman who was raped in an apartment complex as a result of inadequate security; to serving the unique interests of a working man seriously injured when an elevator door opened to an empty shaft; to representing an elderly couple overcome by carbon monoxide due to faulty furnace repairs; to pursuing significant underinsured motorists benefits and unreasonable delay damages for a young man injured in a company vehicle. Babich is now handling the appeal in a case where a mother was killed and her nine-year-old boy was hurt when a vehicle was able to travel unimpeded through a storefront unprotected by curbs, bollards, or other barriers at the shopping center. THESE ARE NOT YOUR GARDEN-VARIETY CASES, Babich notes. And to me that makes for very challenging, heroic, and important work. It means that whatever advocacy and skill I bring to bear will ultimately determine the future for people whose lives will never be the same again. GIVEN HIS FOCUS ON MAJOR INJURY AND DEATH cases, Babich has naturally become preeminent in the area of trucking and commercial vehicle litigation, as those collisions often have devastating consequences for unsuspecting motorists on the highway. His extensive work in the trucking area has led him to serve on the National Advisory Board for the Association of Plaintiff Interstate Trucking Lawyers of America (APITLA). He also authors the chapter on trucking litigation, LEGAL LEADERS WILLIAM BABICH as well as the chapter on uninsured/underinsured motorist claims, in the Auto Litigator s Handbook, and was selected by the publisher, Colorado Trial Lawyers Association (CTLA), to serve as the editor of the book. In addition to his writing, Babich has been elected by his peers to serve on CTLA s Board of Directors for almost 20 years. MY PHILOSOPHY IS THAT GREAT TRIAL LAWYERS strive to be very good in all aspects human relationships; discovering and telling the story; the law; negotiating; brief writing; and trial skills, Babich says. Indeed, Babich is among an elite group of trial lawyers in the country privileged to attend the Trial Lawyers College to learn directly from Gerry Spence. Babich has also been selected to: Super Lawyers; The National Trial Lawyers Top 100 Trial Lawyers; Best Attorneys of America; Million Dollar and Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum; American Society of Legal Advocates Top 100 Litigation Lawyer; AVVO 10.0 (highest) rating; and has been AV Preeminent rated by Martindale-Hubbell, the organization s highest rating for legal ability and ethical standards SOUTH BELLAIRE, SUITE 1125, DENVER, CO PH: FAX:

4 LEGAL LEADERS BY FIRM Alvarado Law Center, LLC ABEL ALVARADO WORKERS COMPENSATION Page 17 Bachus & Schanker, LLC ELWYN F. SCHAEFER LABOR & EMPLOYMENT, DISCRIMINATION Page 17 Cox Baker & Page LLC FAMILY, DIVORCE, DISPUTE RESOLUTION, IMMIGRATION, BANKRUPTCY & APPEALS Page 15 David L. Miller, CRIMINAL DEFENSE Page 13 Dill Dill Carr Stonbraker & Hutchings PC PATRICK D. TOOLEY CIVIL LAW, CRIMINAL DEFENSE Page 19 Dixon Law Firm CHRISTINA DIXON LEGAL LEADERS DENVER S TOP RATED LAWYERS Denver s Top Rated Lawyers helps take the mystery out of locating a highquality advocate to protect you, your family, your business and all other assets. The lawyers in this comprehensive list are considered first-rate in their field and are available to help. COMMERCIAL LITIGATION, CIVIL LITIGATION, PRODUCTS LIABILITY Page 11 Frickey Law Firm JANET FRICKEY PERSONAL INJURY, SOCIAL SECURITY DISABILITY, WORKERS COMPENSATION Page 17 Gablehouse Granberg LLC ENVIRONMENTAL PLANNING, MANAGEMENT, COMPLIANCE AND LITIGATION SOLUTIONS Page 16 Gutterman Griffiths PC FAMILY LAW Page 7 Harmon S. Graves, CONSTRUCTION DEFECTS, ESTATE & BUSINESS PLANNING, HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATIONS, CIVIL LITIGATION Page 11 Heckenbach Suazo LLP FAMILY LAW Page 15 Hutchins & Associates, TRUSTS & ESTATES Page 19 John C. Stewart Attorney At Law ESTATE PLANNING AND PROBATE, NATURAL RESOURCES, BANKRUPTCY Page 17 Jones & Keller, BUSINESS & COMMERCIAL, COMMERCIAL LITIGATION, SECURITIES Page 15 Jordon T. Sanger, LLC DIVORCE AND FAMILY LAW Page 17 Katzman Lampert & McClune, A National Practice BRUCE LAMPERT AVIATION LITIGATION, PERSONAL INJURY Page 5, Back Cover Law Office of O Toole & Sbarbaro, WORKERS COMPENSATION, SOCIAL SECURITY DISABILITY Page 14 Law Offices of David C. Japha, CRIMINAL LAW, CIVIL LAW, BUSINESS Page 11 Meininger Law Firm, LLC JOHN A. MEININGER COMMERCIAL AND REAL ESTATE TRANSACTIONS AND LITIGATION, BANKRUPTCY CHAPTERS 7, 13, AND 11; AGRICULTURE LAW Page 11 Miller & Harrison LLC BOB MILLER, DAVE HARRISON ACCIDENT, PERSONAL INJURY, CRIMINAL DEFENSE, DUI, DRUG CASES, ASSAULTS, TRAFFIC OFFENSES Page 13 Mulligan Breit, LLC PATRICK MULLIGAN CRIMINAL DEFENSE Page 15 Newell & Decker STEVEN R. NEWELL CRIMINAL DEFENSE Page 13 Russel Murray III, INTERSTATE AND INTERNATIONAL CHILD CUSTODY, FAMILY LAW AND DOMESTIC RELATIONS LITIGATION Page 16 Steve A. Miller, SECURITIES FRAUD, INVESTMENT FRAUD, STOCKBROKER MISCONDUCT Page 13 The Hannon Law Firm, LLC KEVIN HANNON ENVIRONMENTAL LAW, PERSONAL INJURY, INSURANCE LAW, PRODUCTS LIABILITY Page 17 The Law Firm Of William Babich, LLC MAJOR PERSONAL INJURY, AUTO COLLISION, INSURANCE, COMMERCIAL VEHICLE AND TRUCKING LITIGATION Page 3 The Law Office of Karen Steinhauser LLC FAMILY LAW AND CRIMINAL DEFENSE FOR JUVENILES AND ADULTS Page 14 The Law Office of Saul R. Sarney, PERSONAL INJURY, WRONGFUL DEATH, TRUCKING, MOTORCYCLE AND MOTOR VEHICLE LITIGATION Page 14 The Noble Law Firm, LLC ANTONY NOBLE STATE AND FEDERAL APPEALS AND POSTCONVICTION PROCEEDINGS Page 17 Thomas J. Burns Attorney At Law BANKRUPTCY, PROBATE, WILLS & ESTATE PLANNING Page 17 Thomas J. Hammond, CRIMINAL DEFENSE, DRUG CRIMES, WHITE-COLLAR CRIME Page 17 Waas Campbell Rivera Johnson & Velasquez LLP COMMERCIAL LITIGATION, EMINENT DOMAIN, REAL ESTATE AND LAND USE Page 14 Walker, Wright & Associates LLP DIVORCE, FAMILY LAW, INTERSTATE CUSTODY, PREMARITAL AGREEMENTS Page 19 4 \ DENVER S TOP RATED LAWYERS TO SEE A DIRECTORY OF ALL AV PREEMINENT RATED ATTORNEYS IN DENVER VISIT AT.LAW.COM/DENVERTOPRATED

5 AVIATION: WHEN LITIGATION TAKES FLIGHT NEED TO KNOW If you ve been involved in an airplane or aviation accident, the resulting lawsuit will be complex. If you ve found an aviation lawyer to take your case, learn about the scope of work going into it. The process starts with investigating your case, working with expert witnesses and preparing for a trial. INVESTIGATION OF THE ACCIDENT SCENE One of the first steps your lawyer will take is to investigate the crash scene and hire a consultant to help with the lawsuit. The consultant won t be a witness in your trial, but helps your lawyer build your case. Typically consultants have strong backgrounds in the aviation industry. They often worked for aviation companies or the government, and know the key people in the industry. Gathering information about the accident and possible causes helps your lawyer focus on the types of experts and evidence needed to prove your case. Three main areas investigated are: Possible pilot error. Your lawyer looks to see if a pilot s training, mistakes, health conditions or other behavior were factors in the accident LEGAL LEADERS BRUCE A. LAMPERT 8501 TURNPIKE DRIVE SUITE 211 WESTMINSTER, CO PH: FAX: MICHIGAN OFFICE 100 W. BIG BEAVER RD. SUITE 130 TROY, MI PH: FAX: Mechanical problems. Were there problems with a plane s equipment or systems that caused or contributed to the crash? Types of problems include parts breakage or failure, controls for the plane s systems, such as fuel system or landing gear or problems with maintenance and repairs External factors. Other factors or causes in accidents include problems with air traffic control, airport and runway conditions, weather and fuel quality ACCESS IN ACCIDENT INVESTIGATIONS Access to the accident scene, and more importantly, plane wreckage, is an issue in aviation lawsuits. While there s a need to preserve and examine the salvaged plane or parts, access is limited. In the U.S., the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) takes control and custody of the plane wreckage, and often keeps it for 6 to 18 months. The statute of limitations, the time for filing your lawsuit, may not be much longer, 24 months in many states. Your lawyer may have to find other methods to gather needed information for your case. PAGE PROOF FOR APPROVAL ONLY Bruce Lampert is an experienced pilot and aviation litigation attorney. He received his Bachelor s Degree with Honors from the University of Colorado in While at the University, he was active in the Kappa Sigma Fraternity, Naval ROTC, and intramural athletics. In May 1970, Mr. Lampert was commissioned an Ensign in the U.S. Navy and received orders to Naval Flight School in Pensacola, Florida. Mr. Lampert was assigned as an Intelligence Officer with VF-111, a Navy F-4 fighter squadron, for two cruises to Southeast Asia aboard the U.S.S. Coral Sea (CVA-43). After leaving active duty with the Navy, Mr. Lampert enrolled at the University of Denver College of Law, where he earned his Juris Doctorate in While in law school, he was a member of the Order of the Coif, and served as a writer for the Denver Law Journal. Upon graduation he was selected as a law clerk to the Honorable Hatfield O. Chilson, U.S. District Court, Colorado. Mr. Lampert has distinguished experience in air disaster litigation as an aviation safety lawyer, having represented RECONSTRUCTING THE ACCIDENT Accident reconstruction experts are hired by your lawyer to gather information from the crash site. These experts glean information from damage to vegetation and trees, marks on the ground from impact, and burn marks from fires, for example. It s possible experts will find physical evidence, such as plane parts at the scene, or in nearby areas, missed by NTSB crews. Visual inspections, diagrams and measurements and photography are used in examining the crash site. KATZMAN LAMPERT & MCCLUNE, A NATIONAL PRACTICE AVIATION LITIGATION, PERSONAL INJURY AS SEEN ON plane crash victims and their families on Continental Flight 1713 at Denver; the Northwest Flight 255 disaster at Detroit; the in-flight structural failure of United Flight 811 over the South Pacific; the United Flight 585 disaster at Colorado Springs; TWA Flight 800 near Long Island; the Korean Air disaster near Guam; American Eagle Flight 3379 in North Carolina; Sioux City Flight 232, Continental Flight 1404 in Denver, and Spirit Airlines Flight 165, among others. In addition to membership in the American Association for Justice, Mr. Lampert has served in a leadership role on the governing board of the Colorado Trial Lawyers Association. He is a pilot with multi-engine and instrument ratings and has flown hundreds of hours in the firm s aircraft. Dedicated to aviation safety, he is a frequent lecturer at educational institutions, has authored many articles on aviation law, and is a speaker at seminars on trial tactics, mass-disaster litigation, and complex product liability cases. Mr. Lampert is licensed to practice law in Colorado and Michigan, in both state and federal courts. TO SEE A DIRECTORY OF ALL AV PREEMINENT RATED ATTORNEYS IN DENVER VISIT AT.LAW.COM/DENVERTOPRATED DENVER S TOP RATED LAWYERS / 5

6 NEED TO KNOW WHAT TO DO IF YOU ARE A VICTIM OF IDENTITY THEFT Identity theft can strike anyone, anytime. If you find yourself to be a victim, be prepared to take immediate action. Your quick response can stop the thief and start repairing the damage. Use resources from Federal Trade Commission to cope with identity theft losses. PLAN YOUR RESPONSE TO IDENTITY THEFT IN THREE STEPS Three things are vital in stopping an identity thief and minimizing your losses, reclaiming your identity and repairing your credit profile. File a police report and clearly document all of your losses. Contact creditors about the accounts opened by the thief, or your accounts used by the thief. Notify the major credit bureaus. FILING POLICE REPORTS Contact the police department for the city or town where the identity theft took place and file a report. Ask for copies of the report. Your creditors, bank or insurance company may ask for them, and they can help as you work to clean up the credit mess. CONTACT CREDITORS Alert any creditor, both for your existing accounts and new ones opened by the identity thief. Creditors include major credit card issuers, store credit cards, gas cards, phone and other utility providers and consumer loans, such as auto or other personal loans. It is okay to get things started with each creditor s fraud department by phone, but you need to follow up in writing. You may be sent forms by the creditor after your call. Some creditors, such as your credit card issuer, may have procedures in place to streamline this step. For example, they may cancel your existing credit card number, confirm your legitimate charges and send new cards out to you right away. Prompt action is important because consumer protection laws set time limits for identifying, challenging and resolving billing errors. When your new accounts are set up, choose all new passwords, personal ID numbers (PINs) and user names. Contact creditors if the thief tampered with your existing accounts. Ask for accounts to be closed, for new ones to be opened and to require a password before making any more account changes. CONTACT MAJOR CREDIT BUREAUS There are three major credit bureaus TransUnion, Equifax and Experian. Contact each company s fraud department to report the identity theft. Place a fraud alert on your profile and add your victim s statement so that credit providers call you before making changes to your accounts or opening new ones. These companies also follow crossnotification plans and share information about fraud. Your initial request for a fraud alert lasts for 90 days, and there s no fee for this service. The fraud alert status may complicate some credit transactions, such as instant credit offers. The next step up from a fraud alert is a credit freeze, which locks up your credit profile to almost all activity, and fees apply. Obtain copies of your credit reports and review them; there s no fee when you make a written request for your reports when there are errors due to fraud. Ask the bureaus to remove inaccurate credit data, and do the same for the inquiries section of your reports if there are entries for those creditors that opened accounts for the identity thief. Follow up after two or three months, and review reports for status, accuracy and corrections. MORE FOLLOW-UP STEPS Hopefully your fast action in notifying the police, creditors, and credit bureaus halted the teft and minimized the damage. Keep track of your credit and accounts, and make sure the identity theft has completely ended. If your case involved the mail, contact the U.S. Postal Inspections Service. If the theft involved stolen mail, or a thief changing your address and redirecting your mail, it is a crime. There are online complaint and report forms available. Contact your bank if those accounts were misused or there s a chance they were violated. You can ask the bank to set up new accounts, including ATM and debit cards, and checks. Check verification companies can provide more help for your stolen or misused checks. These companies include: SCAN: TeleCheck: CrossCheck: Other areas for follow-up include utilities and personal documents. Watch for fraudulent phone accounts; a thief could try to bill calls to your cell phone, for example. Monitor your social security number (SSN) and driver s license for fraudulent use. If you still have your SSN on your license, get a new one without it. It is also wise to contact your insurance agent; your homeowner s policy may cover costs related to an identity theft, and provide support services. Identity theft is a serious crime. Your fast action goes a long way in reclaiming what is yours and bringing a criminal to justice. QUESTIONS FOR YOUR ATTORNEY Before meeting with your attorney prepare yourself with questions such as: If the identity thief is found, do I have any say on whether criminal charges are pressed? If identity theft took place at my home, will my insurance cover the loss, even if I do not have a special rider for these losses? Will my credit score be affected by identity theft? For how long? If a phone company opens fraudulent accounts after I give notice of my identity theft, can it try to collect payment from me? Isn t the company harassing me? AS SEEN ON

7 DIVORCED PARENTS: KNOW YOUR CHILD CUSTODY AND VISITATION RIGHTS NEED TO KNOW As a parent, losing full-time access to your children in the wake of a divorce can be a difficult experience. Unless a court has terminated your parental rights, you still have the right to limited visitation and participation the welfare of your children. YOUR VISITATION RIGHTS The court will issue a written custody order that sets out your rights as a noncustodial parent. Even if you disagree with the custody order, it has the force of law and you could face legal consequences for violating its terms. The custody order will explain your visitation rights in detail and outline responsibility for transportation to your home or another location where you will spend time with your children. MAKING IMPORTANT DECISIONS Most states recognize two types of child custody: physical custody and legal custody. If physical custody is granted to only one GUTTERMAN GRIFFITHS PC FAMILY LAW parent, the child will live with that parent most or all of the time. Legal custody is the right to make important life decisions for your children. These include matters of religious upbringing and school selection. ENFORCING THE CUSTODY ORDER If the custodial parent refuses to comply with the custody order, keep a written record of each violation. With this information, your attorney may be able to convince the court to enforce the custody order. Keep in mind that requesting court intervention is a serious decision, and it may have legal consequences that could make a strained relationship even more difficult. REMARRIAGE OF THE NON-CUSTODIAL PARENT If you did not request or receive custody of your children in a divorce, your remarriage can change the picture in a positive way. If your home life is now more stable and wel- PAGE PROOF FOR APPROVAL ONLY coming than it was when you divorced, most courts will give you additional visitation with your children if you ask. Many states will consider the wishes of minor children in custody and visitation decisions along with many other factors. If you want to change custody because your ex has remarried, you ll also have to give the court proof of negative impact of this change on your children. This can be done by hiring a custody evaluator to talk with your children, or by showing that their grades are dropping or that they ve been acting out and misbehaving since the change. AS SEEN ON Gutterman Griffiths PC is an award-winning Colorado family law firm that has brought together a diverse group of talented attorneys with unique expertise to create a highly effective team. Gutterman Griffiths offers a range of options to parties going through the trauma of family break-ups and transitions, from complex high conflict litigation to mediation and the collaborative approach. Their experience has earned the attorneys and the firm recognition, with the firm achieving Martindale- Hubbell AV Preeminent Status, inclusion in the list of Best Law Firms by U.S. News, and having been named an Outstanding Law Firm according to Forbes Magazine. All shareholders have been selected for inclusion among Super Lawyers, with such distinctions as Rising Stars, Top 50 Women Lawyers, and Top 100 Lawyers. Each matter brings its own challenges. Their team will work to assess your needs and help you determine a strategy specific to your case, Seated, from left: Suzanne Griffiths, Sheila M. Gutterman, Diana L. Powell From Left: Kristi A. Wells, Jennifer I. Holt, Carolyn C. Witkus, Margot F. Alicks, James R. Garts, Ann Gushurst whether that involves complex business and trust assets, cutting edge areas of developing law, or high-emotion trauma such as a child s psychological distress. When your family and a lifetime of finances are on the line, experience matters. Trust the attorneys at Gutterman Griffiths. LEGAL LEADERS Paul Trantow PARK MEADOWS DR., SUITE 520, LITTLETON, CO PH: FAX: SHEILA M. GUTTERMAN SUZANNE GRIFFITHS TO SEE A DIRECTORY OF ALL AV PREEMINENT RATED ATTORNEYS IN DENVER VISIT AT.LAW.COM/DENVERTOPRATED DENVER S TOP RATED LAWYERS / 7

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9 LEGAL TRENDS Lawmakers and lawyers near the Mile-High City examined cases that touched on hot-button issues like medical marijuana and same-sex marriage, while high-profile cases, including James Holmes upcoming murder trial for the Aurora movie theater shooting, continued to make waves. COLORADO PREPARES FOR TRIAL OF AURORA THEATER SHOOTING In July 2012, Aurora, Colo., resident James Holmes killed 12 and injured 70 when he shot into the audience during a midnight screening of the film The Dark Knight Rises. It was the largest mass shooting in Colorado since the 1999 Columbine High School massacre. Holmes has pled not guilty by reason of insanity, and his muchdelayed trial, in which he will face 166 charges (including 24 counts of first-degree murder and 116 counts of attempted murder, among others), was scheduled to begin in December. Howver, according to filings released on Oct. 23, the possibility of a four- to five-week delay arose in order for the defense to further review Holmes sanity exam. The lead-up to the trial has already proved contentious. In October, several victims of the theater shooting wrote to Arapahoe County Chief District Court Judge Carlos A. Samour Jr., who is overseeing the case, about his decision to allow news organizations to broadcast the trial. Judge Samour ruled that the news media will be allowed to broadcast the courtroom s closed-circuit feed. But news crews will be prohibited from filing the proceedings with their own cameras. According to Samour, The purpose of this order is strictly to make the trial accessible to a larger portion of the public, including some victims. In his ruling, he also noted, The parties are naive if they believe that denial of EMC in this case will prevent or noticeably reduce the intense and widespread publicity of the trial. The closed-circuit feed does not have the ability to zoom in or out, or to pan the courtroom. [A]ny desire to make the broadcast more interesting or entertaining, while understandable, is not relevant to the Court s determination, Samour wrote in his ruling. Samour also denied the Denver Post s request to have a still photographer present during the proceedings. We are deeply disappointed that the Judge has relegated the public to view this trial essentially though a tiny peephole covered by a fuzzy mesh, Steven Zansberg, the attorney who represented the Denver Post and Associated Press, said in a statement. High quality miniaturized cameras are readily available that would allow the public a meaningful view without creating any impact within the courtroom. The ruling is not able to be appealed. STATE SUPREME COURT JUDGEMENT FOR SAME-SEX MARRIAGE In 2006, Colorado voters approved a state-wide ban on same-sex marriage. In subsequent years, that law faced a number of legal challenges. Now, according to Colorado Attorney General John Suthers, There are no remaining legal requirements that prevent same-sex couples from legally marrying in Colorado. Legalizing same-sex marriage in the state required clearing several hurdles. In July 2014, Adams County District Court C. Scott Crabtree declared that the state ban on same-sex marriage was unconstitutional, writing that The Court holds that the Marriage Bans violate plaintiffs due process and equal protection guarantees under the Fourteenth Amendments to the U.S. Constitution. But as soon as he issued his ruling, Crabtree immediately stayed it, in order to avoid the instability and uncertainty which would result otherwise. The Colorado Supreme Court recently lifted that stay and dismissed an appeal, meaning that Crabtree s ruling stands. Beginning today, Colorado s 64 county clerks are legally required to issue licenses to same-sex couples who request them, Suthers said on Oct. 7, After decades of patience, Colorado s State Capitol has finally been given the legal green light to stand with every loving couple, Denver Clerk and Recorder Debra Johnson said in a statement. Equality at last wins. COLORADO S CONSTRUCTION LAW CAUSES CONTROVERSY Colorado s construction-defects law allows homeowners associations to bring suit against builders of multifamily homes for construction defects. Supporters of the law say that it provides important protection for homeowners. The law s opponents claim that it discourages investment by making the building of owneroccupied condominium units too risky for developers. In October, the city of Lakewood became the first municipality in the state to pass an ordinance that amends the state s constructiondefects law. The Lakewood City Council introduced the ordinance in September. It passed one month later in a 7-4 vote, after more than two hours of public comment. Under the Lakewood measure, developers have the right to repair defects once they re discovered, instead of immediately facing potential litigation. However, some experts say that the Lakewood ordinance may not be long-lived, given that it conflicts with state law. Jared Berg, a construction litigation attorney with Denver-based Sherman & Howard, pointed out that recent rulings against oil and gas activity passed by Colorado municipalities have been struck down. Those decisions are the precedent that anybody challenging the ordinance would look at, Berg told The Denver Post. Lakewood mayor Bob Murphy is optimistic the new ordinance will stand. We re a home rule city and believe we have the authority to do it, he told the Post. We did this for Lakewood. Continued on page 12 TO SEE A DIRECTORY OF ALL AV PREEMINENT RATED ATTORNEYS IN DENVER VISIT AT.LAW.COM/DENVERTOPRATED DENVER S TOP RATED LAWYERS / 9

10 NEED TO KNOW SELECTING A WORKERS COMPENSATION LAWYER If you ve been injured at work and need to find a workers compensation law attorney, learn some basics about workers comp law. Articles on workers comp on Lawyers. com can give you a good start. Also visit the web site for your state s industrial commission. It should have claimant information specific to your state s laws. Several resources are available to find a lawyer in your area: Try the Lawyers.com directory to find local workers comp attorneys. You can find information on attorneys, including ratings and reviews, along with contact information Professional organizations. State and local bar associations, and associations specific to workers comp law usually offer referral services A general internet search can add to your list of candidates, and you may find articles or blogs written by workers comp attorneys in your area Ask co-workers, friends, family and others you know if they ve worked with a workers comp attorney, and if they d recommend using him or her If you have a lawyer, who you ve worked with on other legal matters, such as for your taxes, estate planning or real estate needs, ask if they can suggest a workers comp lawyer who works with workers comp claimants. When you have a short list of two or three lawyers, contact them and set up a consultation. Typically, workers comp lawyers won t charge a fee for the initial meeting. During your meeting, the lawyer assesses your case, and you can decide if you d like to have the lawyer represent you. If your meeting can t be scheduled promptly, it can mean the lawyer s caseload is heavy, and he may lack resources to take on your case. At your consultation, keep the following factors in mind and use them to help decide if you want to hire the attorney. Find information about the lawyer s background in worker s comp law and biographical info. The lawyer s web site and your state s licensing agency (often the state bar association, depending on your state) are good sources Determine if the lawyer and/or their law firm represents claimants (employees) or employers (or the employer s insurer). Workers comp lawyers usually work for one side or the other. A call to the lawyer s office is a quick way to find out Find out the level of experience the lawyer has with workers comp cases, and how long he or she has worked in this area of law. You can also ask how much of the lawyer s practice is devoted to workers comp cases You can ask the lawyer about his or her experience with your employer s workers comp insurance carrier, and their lawyers When you meet the lawyer, pay attention to whether he or she is a good listener, understands the issues in your case and is in command of how the law applies You should feel comfortable with the attorney, and have the impression that he or she can bring resolution to your workers comp claim Pay attention to the office staff; if you hire the lawyer, you ll likely interact with them on a regular basis. They should be polite, professional and helpful During your meeting, ask the lawyer for a retainer agreement and references, which may include clients or other lawyers. Follow up with provided references; they should back up your opinions about the lawyer. Ask the lawyer to go over the retainer agreement. Attorney s fees are usually set by state law and are based on a portion of the amount you recover and costs, so you won t be facing a retainer fee. Ask about estimated costs, such as court reporters, copying and expert witness fees. If the lawyer agrees to take your case, and you decide to hire him or her, you should be comfortable and confident about your decision. Your case may take time, even up to several years, so you may be using your lawyer s services for the long haul. Make the best choice for your case. Have you represented many claimants who worked in my profession and suffered similar injuries? Can you represent me at all levels of my workers comp case? Do you concentrate your practice on any specific types of workers comp claims? AS SEEN ON QUESTION FOR YOUR ATTORNEY 10 \ DENVER S TOP RATED LAWYERS TO SEE A DIRECTORY OF ALL AV PREEMINENT RATED ATTORNEYS IN DENVER VISIT AT.LAW.COM/DENVERTOPRATED

11 PROOF - FOR APPROVAL ONLY CHRISTINA L. DIXON COMMERCIAL LITIGATION, CIVIL LITIGATION, PRODUCTS LIABILITY Christina Dixon is AV Peer Review Rated. Christina has extensive experience in insurance defense, insurance bad faith and insurance coverage litigation. She routinely advises claims personnel and insurance companies regarding day-to-day activities. Christina s current practice focuses on construction litigation, business torts, insurance bad faith litigation, personal injury defense and coverage analysis. She is actively involved in local and national bar associations. Christina is a Council member for the ABA Section of Litigation. Christina serves as a hearing officer for the Denver and Colorado Bar Associations Legal Fee Committees. She is also a member of the Sam Cary Bar Association and the National Bar Association. Christina studied law and obtained her undergraduate degree at the University of Denver, where she also received her law degree. She was admitted in 1996, with the State of Colorado, United States District Court for Colorado and the Tenth Circuit Court of Appeals. In the past, Christina educated other professionals by teaching practical claims handling and professional development seminars. She had been a candidate for the Colorado State Legislature. Before her admittance to The Bar, she had helped develop policies and procedures for a City and County of Denver agency. She was also a Law Clerk for the Denver District Attorney s Office and prominent civil litigation firms. DIXON LAW FIRM 1741 HIGH STREET, DENVER, CO PH: FAX: CHRISTINA@STRATEGICDEFENSELAW.COM PROOF - FOR APPROVAL ONLY DAVID C. JAPHA CRIMINAL LAW, CIVIL LAW, BUSINESS David Japha, owner of the Law Offices of David C. Japha, has spent over 30 years working with individuals accused of crimes, involved in civil lawsuits and needing assistance with every sort of legal challenge that can complicate life. Mr. Japha s goal is to provide a thoughtful and strategic approach to meet and overcome those challenges. Though Mr. Japha has been licensed for almost 30 years, he began persuading judges and juries as a student lawyer, under supervised conditions, while still in law school. Direct and personal advocacy, whether to opposing counsel, administrative bodies, judges or juries, has been Mr. Japha s hallmark during his career. Mr. Japha has appeared before state and federal trial and appellate courts as well as numerous administrative tribunals. When asked about his role as a criminal defense attorney, Mr. Japha candidly summed it up this way: In those cases where a client has already been charged, my purpose is to assist in understanding why, and then get down to defending the case. At all times my job in a criminal matter is to protect the accused from the unbridled power of the state and federal governments. In Civil cases, Mr. Japha will be your advocate, seeking a fair and just result. LAW OFFICES OF DAVID C. JAPHA, 950 S. CHERRY STREET, STE. 912, DENVER, CO PH: FAX: DAVIDJAPHA@JAPHALAW.COM PROOF - FOR APPROVAL ONLY HARMON S. GRAVES CONSTRUCTION DEFECTS, ESTATE & BUSINESS PLANNING, HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATIONS, CIVIL LITIGATION In five decades of practicing law, Harmon S. Graves has made it a practice not to be far away from the civil courtroom. His trial and appellate experience includes appellate arguments in four federal appellate courts and trials in six federal and state courts in jurisdictions dispersed throughout the United States, in addition to those forums in the State of Colorado. He is no stranger to the application of the law of foreign jurisdictions. One contract matter involved the application of Vatican law in a case filed in the U.S. District Court, Central District of California. The courtroom, however, is not where the majority of civil matters are resolved. Mediation and arbitration, often required by contract, and mediation directed by the trial court, commonly lead to prompt resolution. In the most recent decades, the firm has been drawn to poor design and construction practices in residential housing (see generally, Graves et al, Shoddy Work, Negligent Construction, and Reconciling the Irreconcilable Under CGL Policies, published in the November 2009 issue of The Colorado Lawyer) and to emotionally charged disputes between homeowners and homeowners associations, an ever-evolving area of law. The majority of legal services are designed to avoid disputes. At the law firm of Harmon S. Graves,, consulting and transactional services in real estate, estate planning and administration, construction, homeowners association governance, business organization and contract interpretation all lessen the likelihood of exposure to litigation, or lead to satisfactory resolution of disputes. HARMON S. GRAVES, 1950 WEST LITTLETON BLVD., SUITE 113, LITTLETON, CO PH: FAX: HARMONGRAVESLAW@QWESTOFFICE.NET PROOF - FOR APPROVAL ONLY JOHN A. MEININGER COMMERCIAL & REAL ESTATE TRANSACTIONS & LITIGATION, BANKRUPTCY CHAPTERS 7, 13 & 11; AGRICULTURE LAW John Meininger has practiced for over 38 years licensed in both Colorado and California. His diversified professional experience focused upon guiding small businesses, farmers and individuals through complex goals and difficulties involving a broad range of matters including contracts, purchases and sale, commercial and real estate litigation, construction, secured transactions, foreclosures, liens, work outs, bankruptcy, government contracts, mediation and water. He has litigated in both Colorado and California, before the federal courts in the E.D. of California and E.D. of Pennsylvania, and the 10th and 9th Circuit Courts of Appeal. He has been approved to appear in federal or state courts in PA, NJ, OH, MO, and ID. His accomplishments in corporate as well as governmental environments include four times successfully advocating for law changes, legislatively or in court, in the law of foreclosures, police and fire pensions, and agricultural crisis foreclosures. He successfully litigated the first U.S. case involving the Saudi Arabian Labor Code. His firm endeavors to listen to the client, and counsel clients confidently grounded in common sense based upon experience. He pledges to act with integrity, prompt service and tireless, aggressive, persuasive advocacy. John Meininger obtained his B.A. in Economics from Yale University and his J.D. from Boalt Hall School of Law, University of California at Berkeley. He has been rated AV Preeminent since MEININGER LAW FIRM, LLC 3773 CHERRY CREEK DRIVE NORTH, SUITE 575, DENVER, CO PH: FAX: JOHN.MEININGER@HOTMAIL.COM JOHN.MEININGER@AYA.YALE.EDU TO SEE A DIRECTORY OF ALL AV PREEMINENT RATED ATTORNEYS IN DENVER VISIT AT.LAW.COM/DENVERTOPRATED DENVER S TOP RATED LAWYERS / 11

12 LEGAL TRENDS After decades of patience, Colorado s State Capitol has finally been given the legal green light to stand with every loving couple. Equality at last wins. Debra Johnson, Denver Clerk and Recorder Continued from page 9 COLORADO HIGH COURT CONSIDERS MARIJUANA FIRING CASE Brandon Coats was working as a customer service representative at Dish Network in 2010, when he failed a random drug test given by his employer. He was subsequently fired for violating Dish Network s drug policy. Coats, who had been rendered quadriplegic after a car accident, had been prescribed medical marijuana to help with his leg spasms; he maintained that he never used marijuana at work. He appealed the decision, noting that Colorado voters approved medical marijuana in The state went on to legalize recreational use of the drug for adults in Coats and his lawyers argued that he should not have been fired for partaking in a substance that is legal in the state. Colorado s Lawful Activities statute makes it discriminatory for employers to fire employees for engaging in any lawful activity off the premises of the employer during nonworking hours. However, Dish Network s legal representation argued that marijuana use shouldn t be considered lawful activity, as it s still illegal under federal law. Furthermore, the state constitutional amendment legalizing marijuana in Colorado noted that it should not be construed as requiring any employer to accommodate the medical use of marijuana in any work place. The amendment also did not enshrine a right to use marijuana, but rather an affirmative defense, or an exemption from prosecution for its use. The lower courts sided with Dish Network. The Colorado Court of Appeals ruled that because the federal government bans it, marijuana use could not be considered lawful under the ordinary meaning of the term. In late September, the state Supreme Court heard Coats appeal. JURORS AWARD RECORD SETTLEMENT TO FAMILY OF PRISONER Marvin Booker, 56, was a homeless street preacher in 2010 when he was arrested on drug paraphernalia charges. While deputies in Denver s downtown jail were processing Booker, he tried to retrieve his shoes even after the law enforcement officials told him to stop. According to witnesses, four deputies and a sergeant held Booker down, shocked him with a Taser, and left him facedown in a holding cell. Booker was pronounced dead later that morning. Now, four years later, a federal jury has awarded Booker s family a record settlement of $4.65 million. City officials argued that Booker s death was a result of his underlying health problems. However, Booker s family s attorney deemed the case a clear example of excessive force. A jury of seven agreed with the Booker family, awarding the record settlement to cover punitive damages, funeral costs, and the loss of enjoyment of life. The Booker family attorney, Mari Newman, called the verdict a wake-up call for the city of Denver. According to The Denver Post, the city has paid more than $13 million to settle legal claims over the past decade. Booker s case was the third settlement amounting to more than $2 million Denver police have faced this year. We re obviously disappointed in the verdict, Denver City Attorney Scott Martinez said in a statement. Nonetheless, we thank the jurors for their effort and respect the legal process. The city remains committed to its ongoing efforts to improve the Denver Sheriff s Department. Four of the five law enforcement officers involved in the case still work for the sheriff s department. Marvin was an urban preacher. He saw how the marginalized were pushed aside. And he, himself, became a victim of that which he tried to protect others from, Marvin Booker s brother, the Rev. Spencer Booker, said after the verdict. Those who were supposed to protect and serve him, killed him. That s a problem. 12 \ DENVER S TOP RATED LAWYERS TO SEE A DIRECTORY OF ALL AV PREEMINENT RATED ATTORNEYS IN DENVER VISIT AT.LAW.COM/DENVERTOPRATED

13 PROOF - FOR APPROVAL ONLY BOB MILLER DAVE HARRISON ACCIDENT, PERSONAL INJURY, CRIMINAL DEFENSE, DUI, DRUG CASES, ASSAULTS, TRAFFIC OFFENSES Miller & Harrison, LLC has been located in the historic Grill Mansion on Mapleton Hill near the Pearl Street Mall in Boulder, Colorado since Bob Miller began practicing law in Boulder in Dave Harrison joined the firm in Miller & Harrison, LLC engages in statewide litigation practice, handling criminal cases, from traffic tickets, to DUIs, to Domestic Violence cases to drug offenses, to serious assault cases, as well as civil cases from personal injury/ accident cases to litigated business disputes. In this firm, the lawyers place a heavy emphasis on individualized attention to each client s legal needs and work closely with the clients to provide a better understanding of the legal system and the specific aspects of each case. The attorneys strive to keep clients informed of the various options available to them throughout the case. They feel a strong dedication to the legal system and their own ability to further the clients interests within that system, and have stayed a cohesive group for many years without making significant changes in the firm s membership. MILLER & HARRISON LLC BROADWAY, BOULDER, CO PH: FAX: PROOF - FOR APPROVAL ONLY Steve Miller is an experienced trial and arbitration lawyer who has devoted his nationwide practice to the recovery of investment losses and damages suffered by customers of brokerage firms. Steve maintains a hands-on practice tailored to each client s specific needs while aggressively pursuing claims against the largest brokerage firms in the country. He also serves as a FINRA, AAA and NFA arbitra tor, which gives him unique insight into the decision process of arbitrators. The Denver Post has described Steve as a Top Gun in Securities Law. He is licensed to practice in Colorado, Wyoming, California, Arizona, Texas and Florida. STEVE A. MILLER He is also admitted to practice before the U.S. Supreme Court, all U.S. Courts of Appeal, and several U.S. District Courts. SECURITIES FRAUD, INVESTMENT FRAUD, STOCKBROKER MISCONDUCT STEVE A. MILLER, 1625 LARIMER STREET, SUITE 2905, DENVER, CO PH: SAMPC01@GMAIL.COM PROOF - FOR APPROVAL ONLY David Miller is one of Denver s preeminent criminal defense attorneys and has extensive experience working on both sides of the criminal justice system. David worked as a Denver district attorney for the first five years of his legal career and has spent the last 24 years as a defense attorney in private practice. He has tried numerous jury trials and has practiced in most of the jurisdictions throughout the state of Colorado. David has received the Martindale-Hubbell Law Directory s highest rating (AV Preeminent ) and is a member of the Hate Crimes Task Force, the Denver and Colorado Bar Associations and the Colorado Criminal Defense Bar. He is also a member of the federal Criminal Justice Act (CJA) panel. His trials have received local and national attention in both print and broadcast media, including Court TV. DAVID L. MILLER, 1404 LARIMER STREET, #203 DENVER, CO PH: FAX: DMILLER@DAVIDMILLERPC.COM DAVID L. MILLER CRIMINAL DEFENSE PROOF - FOR APPROVAL ONLY Steven Newell is a tenacious, passionate advocate for anyone accused of a crime. He achieved the highest attainable peer rating in legal abilities and ethical standards in the Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers in 1989 and still maintains that rating today. He has twice been elected by his peers to the Board of Directors for the Colorado Criminal Defense Bar and was a member of its Legislative Action Committee as a registered lobbyist at the Colorado Legislature for three years. Mr. Newell has tried over 200 criminal jury trials and won acquittals in the vast majority of those cases, including several high-profile serious criminal cases. Just as importantly, he has secured a favorable resolu tion of thousands of cases without the necessity of a jury trial. STEVEN R. NEWELL CRIMINAL DEFENSE Mr. Newell s defense of the criminally accused gives the client a strongly advocated, respected voice which levels the playing field against the advantage the prosecutor would otherwise maintain. NEWELL & DECKER 226 WEST 12TH AVENUE, DENVER, CO PH: FAX: TO SEE A DIRECTORY OF ALL AV PREEMINENT RATED ATTORNEYS IN DENVER VISIT AT.LAW.COM/DENVERTOPRATED DENVER S TOP RATED LAWYERS / 13

14 PROOF - FOR APPROVAL ONLY SAUL R. SARNEY PERSONAL INJURY, WRONGFUL DEATH, TRUCKING, MOTORCYCLE AND MOTOR VEHICLE LITIGATION Saul R. Sarney has over 30 years of experience in representing people who have suffered serious injuries through the fault of others. His practice emphasizes personal injury, wrongful death, trucking, motorcycle and other motor vehicle litigation and improper claims handling by insurance companies. Mr. Sarney has obtained multiple multimillion-dollar settlements for his clients. He is a member of the Million Dollar and Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forums; fewer than 1% of lawyers are members. For many years Mr. Sarney has undertaken leadership roles with the Colorado Trial Lawyers Association (CTLA), in which he serves on the Board of Directors and Executive Committee; he has chaired litigation related committees for CTLA and the Denver and Colorado Bar Associations. He served multiple terms on the Board of Directors of the Brain Injury Association of Colorado and is a member of the Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy Association (CRPS). Mr. Sarney is dedicated to advocating for and protecting the rights of people whose lives have been significantly changed by the negligent and willful conduct of corporations, individuals and insurance companies. THE LAW OFFICE OF SAUL R. SARNEY, 1873 S. BELLAIRE STREET, SUITE #400 DENVER, CO PH: FAX: SAUL@SARNEYLAW.COM PROOF - FOR APPROVAL ONLY Karen Steinhauser, J.D., an award-winning litigator with extensive trial experience as a Chief Prosecutor in the Denver D.A. s Office is now serving as a criminal defense and family law attorney. She was designated one of the top 100 trial lawyers by the National Trial Lawyers, a Colorado Super Lawyer , and has an AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5.0 rating with Martindale-Hubbell. She specializes in defending juveniles and adults charged with any criminal offense and represents those going through the divorce process. She provides a unique and insightful presentation to teens and their parents about the criminal justice system. Karen is a faculty member for the National Institute for Trial Advocacy, an adjunct professor at the University of Denver Sturm College of Law, and Legal Analyst for CBS-4 News. PROOF - FOR APPROVAL ONLY KAREN STEINHAUSER FAMILY LAW AND CRIMINAL DEFENSE FOR JUVENILES AND ADULTS THE LAW OFFICE OF KAREN STEINHAUSER LLC 3900 E. MEXICO AVE., SUITE 300, DENVER, CO PH: FAX: KAREN@STEINHAUSERLAW.COM WAAS CAMPBELL RIVERA JOHNSON & VELASQUEZ LLP WITH OFFICES IN DENVER AND ASPEN, OUR HIGHLY EXPERIENCED LAWYERS ARE SKILLED IN ALL FACETS OF COMMERCIAL LITIGATION, EMINENT DOMAIN, REAL ESTATE AND LAND USE The Firm s AV Preeminent lawyers include: Darrell Waas has been involved in all aspects of civil litigation for over 30 years, including banking relationships and lending transactions, valuation, eminent domain, and construction. He has been lead counsel on several of the largest civil cases ever to go to verdict in Colorado. Patricia Campbell has 20 years experience litigating a broad variety of complex commercial disputes, and has argued many appeals in both State and Federal courts, including contract and shareholder disputes, eminent domain and False Claims Act qui tam actions. Bart Johnson is an experienced real estate and land use lawyer based in the Firm s Aspen office. His practice, both in Denver and Aspen, focuses on real estate development and representing purchasers and sellers of high-end residences. DENVER: (720) WCRLEGAL.COM ASPEN: (970) \ DENVER S TOP RATED LAWYERS TO SEE A DIRECTORY OF ALL AV PREEMINENT RATED ATTORNEYS IN DENVER VISIT AT.LAW.COM/DENVERTOPRATED

15 PROOF - FOR APPROVAL ONLY Cb p PROOF - FOR APPROVAL ONLY COX BAKER & PAGE, LLC FAMILY, DIVORCE, DISPUTE RESOLUTION, IMMIGRATION, BANKRUPTCY AND APPEALS DENVER, C A ST LE ROC K, C O LO RA DO SP RI NGS 858 HAPPY CANYON RD, SUITE 215, CASTLE ROCK, CO PHONE: FAX: PATRICK MULLIGAN CRIMINAL DEFENSE MARY JANE COX MARY C. BAKER LAURA PAGE Mary Jane Cox, Mary Baker and Laura Page are all graduates of the University of Denver, College of Law and limit their practice to family law. The practice of family law encompasses the dissolution of a marriage (divorce), as well as after divorce issues, such as parenting or custody disputes, child support and maintenance (alimony) issues. It also encompasses step-parent adoptions, guardianships, and the allocation of parental responsibilities in paternity cases. In other words, just about anything related to a family. With 8 experienced attorneys, the firm handles all aspects of family law, dispute resolution/mediation, immigration, bankruptcy and appeals. Please contact us to schedule a consultation. The firm was recently honored to be recognized as a Best Law Firm in America and serves the entire state of Colorado, as well as clients in many cases involving other states. However, due to location, the attorneys at Cox Baker & Page LLC, practice primarily in the greater Denver metro-area, which encompasses the following counties: Douglas, Arapahoe, Denver and Jefferson. Mulligan Breit, LLC is a criminal defense firm based in Denver. For 27 years, Patrick Mulligan s energetic, creative and passionate approach to law has helped clients reach resolution of their legal troubles. Much of Patrick Mulligan s success is attributed to the fresh and unique characteristics he brings to his practice. His experience spans trials, appeals and post-conviction (Rule 35c) litigation. This broad diversity of experience enables Patrick to find creative ways to assist clients at each stage of the criminal proceeding. While known as an aggressive and zealous litigator, Patrick is also compassionate and sensitive to the needs of his clients. He believes in providing clients with the personal attention they deserve and is committed to helping them achieve the best possible resolution to their case. Hailed by The National Trial Lawyers as one of the Top 100 Trial Lawyers in Colorado, Patrick Mulligan has earned the respect of his clients, peers and the legal community. He is also widely considered one of the Colorado s leading authorities on post-conviction (Rule 35c) litigation. He has been recognized as a Colorado Super Lawyer every year since He has lectured and taught throughout the state on topics ranging from trial advocacy to postconviction litigation. With 27 years of experience in trials, appeals and post-conviction litigation, Patrick Mulligan is recognized as an expert in all areas of criminal law, from DUI to 1st degree murder Broadway, Suite 1203, Denver CO, ph: fax: patrick@mulliganbreit.com PROOF - FOR APPROVAL ONLY H ECKENBACH S UAZO LLP A D V O C A T E S I N L AW & L I F E SM FA M I LY L A W Our team of family law attorneys at Heckenbach Suazo LLP provides the experience, knowledge, and advocacy necessary to handle a wide variety of family law matters including divorce and child custody, no matter how simple or complex. We recognize that every case is unique and important and we will approach your case with the depth and focus needed to reach the best possible resolution, with costs to suit the individual service we provide. Heckenbach Suazo LLP will be by your side every step of the way. Take comfort in our experience and have confidence in our commitment to securing the best outcome every time. We are SuperLawyer and AV Preeminent rated- the highest ranking available to attorneys for legal ability and ethical standards. We have one of the largest family law practices in Colorado serving the Denver metropolitan area and all of Colorado. We are committed to being your advocates in law and in life East Orchard Road, Suite 3025N, Greenwood Village, CO PH : TO SEE A DIRECTORY OF ALL AV PREEMINENT RATED ATTORNEYS IN DENVER VISIT AT.LAW.COM/DENVERTOPRATED FAX : DENVER S TOP RATED LAWYERS / 15

16 PROOF - FOR APPROVAL ONLY PROOF - FOR APPROVAL ONLY GABLEHOUSE GRANBERG, LLC Timothy R. Gablehouse Melanie J. Granberg ENVIRONMENTAL PLANNING, MANAGEMENT, COMPLIANCE AND LITIGATION SOLUTIONS At Gablehouse Granberg we focus our practice on environmental planning, management, regulatory compliance and litigation solutions. Environmental contamination and liability can be expensive and can present complex and difficult challenges for management. Our combined over 50 years of experience in this field has taught us that all environmental problems are manageable. These problems can be understood and dealt with in a cost-effective manner. The key is understanding your options and forming a plan for the future TH ST., SUI TE 1375 DEN VER, CO W W W. G CG LLC. CO M Russel Murray III, Colorado Divorce & Family Law Matters Custody Spousal Support Property Division Emergency & High-Conflict Cases Complex & High-Asset Cases Interstate & International Child Custody Hague Convention Cases Relocation Cases Child Abductions 26 Years Experience 17 Consecutive Years AV Preeminent Rating VISIT OUR ONLINE EDITION TO SEE ALL OF DENVER S AV PREEMINENT ATTORNEYS LISTED BY AREAS OF PRACTICE P R E S E N T S DENVER S TOP RATED LAWYERS OF 2014 Kolor Law Firm, Evans Flores, P.L.L.C P R E S E N T S DENVER S TOP RATED LAWYERS OF 2014 Thomas & Young Law Lorem Ipsum, LLC ONLINE EDITION Joyce Attorney at Law THE LAW FIRM OF WILLIAM BABICH, LLC COLORADO S VOICE FOR THE INJURED PAGE 3 ALSO INSIDE DENVER LAW 2014 PAGE 8 PRESENTS Topper Leevy, PLLC Macinto, Webber, Fool A SPECIAL ADVERTISING SUPPLEMENT DISTRIBUTED WITH THE DENVER POST AND THE WALL STREET JOURNAL KNOW YOUR CHILD CUSTODY AND VISITATION RIGHTS SELECTING A WORKERS COMPENSATION LAWYER PAGE 7 PAGE 10 LEGAL LEADERS Martin Cooper, L.L.C APPEARING WITH Soupe & Pleser Law To view the online edition scan the barcode with your smartphone QR code reader or visit at.law.com/denvertoprated

17 PROOF - FOR APPROVAL ONLY ABEL ALVARADO WORKERS COMPENSATION Abel Alvarado has zealously represented Colorado s injured in the area of Workers Compensation for nearly two decades. He derives personal satisfaction representing people and not corporations. As a member of the Workers Compensation Education Association, he has worked diligently with his constituents to pass legislation to treat injured workers more fairly, with dignity, and without delay. He understands the archaic and complex laws which make up the Colorado Workers Compensation Act. Many injured workers are unaware of deadlines which if missed can result in the forfeiture of their case. Penalties against insurers or employers who violate Colorado law, can result in up to $1,000 a day for each offense. As an experienced attorney, Mr. Alvarado has successfully litigated these issues and more for his clients. Spanish is his native language. ALVARADO LAW CENTER, LLC 1001 S. MONACO PARKWAY, SUITE 240, DENVER, CO PH: FAX: PROOF - FOR APPROVAL ONLY PROOF - FOR APPROVAL ONLY THOMAS J. BURNS BANKRUPTCY, PROBATE, WILLS & ESTATE PLANNING Tom Burns law firm has been engaged in the practice of law for decades, where he concentrates his efforts in state and federal courts, especially in estate planning, probate, conservatorships and guardianships and bankruptcy where he primarily represents individuals. He is a member of the Arapahoe County Bar Association and the Colorado Bar Association, where he is a member of the Estate Planning, Bankruptcy Subsection of the Business Committee and Real Estate Committee. He is a former Mayor of the City of Englewood and its Citizen of the Year in 2012 for his long work in public service. He is as passionate in his law practice as he continues his public service. He has a bachelor s degree from the University of Iowa and a J.D. degree from the University of Denver. THOMAS J. BURNS ATTORNEY AT LAW 333 W. HAMPDEN AVENUE, SUITE 405, ENGLEWOOD, CO PH: PROOF - FOR APPROVAL ONLY PROOF - FOR APPROVAL ONLY JANET FRICKEY PERSONAL INJURY, SOCIAL SECURITY DISABILITY, WORKERS COMPENSATION Recently voted one of the best law firms in America by U.S. News & World Report, The Frickey Law Firm is continually recognized for excellence by SuperLawyers, 5280 Magazine and many other prestigious publications. Regarded by both peers and clients as a leader in the fields of Personal Injury, Workers Compensation and Social Security Disability, The Frickey Law Firm was founded by legal pioneer Norton Frickey in Owner/Managing Attorney Janet Frickey - Best Lawyers 2014 Denver Workers Compensation Law Claimants Lawyer of the Year - and her expert team carry on Mr. Frickey s wish to avail excellent legal representation to everyone and proudly represent clients all over the state of Colorado. FRICKEY LAW FIRM 940 WADSWORTH BLVD. FOURTH FLOOR, LAKEWOOD, CO YORK STREET, DENVER, CO PH: FAX: PROOF - FOR APPROVAL ONLY THOMAS J. HAMMOND CRIMINAL DEFENSE, DRUG CRIMES, WHITE-COLLAR CRIME In 28 years of dedicated criminal defense representation, Thomas J. Hammond has provided the highest caliber of representation to people accused of crimes. If you have been arrested, charged with a crime or placed under investigation, you need a lawyer who is prepared to get to the bottom of your case, protect your interests in dealings with the police and prosecutors, and defend you against the charges in court if necessary. Mr. Hammond is regularly handles cases in both federal and state court, and defends clients against all types of felony and misdemeanor criminal charges in the state and federal systems, including white-collar crime charges, drug charges, sex charges and homicide charges. He also represents clients under investigation by grand juries. He is qualified as an expert witness in criminal defense litigation in Colorado district courts. THOMAS J. HAMMOND, 1544 RACE STREET, DENVER, CO PH: FAX: THOMASJHAMMONDLAW.COM PROOF - FOR APPROVAL ONLY KEVIN HANNON ENVIRONMENTAL LAW, PERSONAL INJURY, INSURANCE LAW, PRODUCTS LIABILITY The Hannon Law Firm, LLC was established January 1988 in Denver, Colorado by Kevin Hannon to represent injured individuals and businesses. The injury may come from physical harm, property damage or damage to business interests. We emphasize the areas of environmental damage and toxic torts, insurance failure to pay (bad faith), products liability, professional malpractice, automobile collisions and other personal injury law and business torts. Our Firm has handled both individual suits and class actions through trial and appeal. Our Firm is constantly dedicated to creative and hard work for its clients, with caring and respect. We provide flexible hours to meet with clients. We have served and continue to serve clients in Colorado and many other states. THE HANNON LAW FIRM, LLC 1641 DOWNING ST., DENVER, CO PH: PROOF - FOR APPROVAL ONLY ANTONY NOBLE STATE AND FEDERAL APPEALS AND POSTCONVICTION PROCEEDINGS Antony Noble graduated in law with honors from University College London and is admitted to practice law in New York and Colorado. For over 13 years he has provided representation in more than 300 appeals and postconviction proceedings in state and federal court. His extensive experience in the appellate courts includes appeals of felonies, misdemeanors, denials of postconviction relief, dismissal of civil rights claims, dependency and neglect adjudications, and attorney discipline. He is a member of the board of directors of the Colorado Criminal Defense Bar and he is the chair of the amicus subcommittee. He regularly teaches appellate practice and procedure in continuing legal education programs for attorneys and paralegals, and he is committed to providing superior representation on appeal and in postconviction proceedings. THE NOBLE LAW FIRM, LLC 215 UNION BOULEVARD, SUITE 305, LAKEWOOD, CO PH: FAX: ANTONY@NOBLE-LAW.COM PROOF - FOR APPROVAL ONLY JORDON T. SANGER FAMILY AND DIVORCE LAW Jordon Sanger has been practicing law since 1986 when he received his law degree from the University of Denver. Formerly associated with two premier domestic relations law firms, Mr. Sanger began practicing as a sole practitioner in 1990 and has since dedicated his practice almost exclusively to family law. Mr. Sanger s background in counseling and his ease and expertise in working with children in high conflict domestic relation cases is evidenced by his history of being appointed by the Courts as Child s Legal Representative, Child and Family Investigator, Special Advocate, Guardian ad Litem and Custody Evaluator. He also has experience as Guardian ad Litem for incompetent parties in dissolutions, and provides services as a Mediator and Arbitrator. For over a decade he has been rated AV Preeminent through Martindale-Hubbell peer review process. JORDON T. SANGER, LLC 8400 E PRENTICE AVE., SUITE 830 GREENWOOD VILLAGE, CO SANGERLAW@JORDONSANGER.COM JORDONSANGER.COM ELWYN F. SCHAEFER LABOR & EMPLOYMENT, DISCRIMINATION Elwyn Schaefer has practiced law for more than 40 years and is Of Counsel to the Denver-based firm of Bachus & Schanker. A graduate of Columbia (B.A., 1966) and the University of Colorado School of Law (J.D., 1969), he has been licensed to practice law in the State of Colorado and the U.S. District Court of the District of Colorado since For the last 30 years, Elwyn has specialized in employment law, devoting 80% of his practice to the representation of employees in labor and employment law disputes in the private sector. Elwyn has represented numerous private and public employees before the EEOC, CCRD, OFO, the U.S. Merit Systems Protection Board and various agencies and governmental entities. He has also represented employees in state courts, the U.S. District Court for the District of Colorado and the Tenth Circuit Court of Appeals. BACHUS & SCHANKER, LLC 1899 WYNKOOP STREET, SUITE 700, DENVER, CO PH: FAX: ELWYN.SCHAEFER@QWESTOFFICE.NET JOHN C. STEWART ESTATE PLANNING AND PROBATE, NATURAL RESOURCES, BANKRUPTCY John has 41 years legal experience, including early work as an in-house counsel for two large corporations. He graduated from the highly-rated University of Illinois College of Law. John is AV Preeminent Rated by Martindale-Hubbell. By emphasizing careful preemptive planning, John saves his clients countless dollars and lost time through welldrafted estate plans, natural resource agreements, and title opinions. John also obtains a fresh start for individuals and companies mired in debt by economic recessions. John is a published author on Colorado history. He is active in his church, the Denver Rotary Club, and as a guide and lecturer at Colorado historic sites. JOHN C. STEWART ATTORNEY AT LAW 1660 S. ALBION ST., SUITE 918, DENVER, CO PH: MOBILE: FAX: JOHN.STEWART.LAW@GMAIL.COM JOHNSTEWARTLAWFIRM.COM TO SEE A DIRECTORY OF ALL AV PREEMINENT RATED ATTORNEYS IN DENVER VISIT AT.LAW.COM/DENVERTOPRATED DENVER S TOP RATED LAWYERS / 17

18 LEGAL LEADERS PRACTICE AREA INDEX AGRICULTURE Meininger Law Firm, LLC ALTERNATIVE DISPUTE RESOLUTION Cox Baker & Page LLC APPELLATE LAW The Noble Law Firm, LLC AVIATION LITIGATION Katzman Lampert & McClune, A National Practice... 5, Back Cover BANKRUPTCY Cox Baker & Page LLC John C. Stewart Attorney At Law Meininger Law Firm, LLC Thomas J. Burns Attorney At Law BUSINESS & COMMERCIAL Jones & Keller, Law Offices of David C. Japha, CHILD CUSTODY Russel Murray III, Walker, Wright & Associates LLP CIVIL LITIGATION LEGAL LEADERS INDEX OF FEATURED FIRMS BY PRACTICE AREA Dill Dill Carr Stonbraker & Hutchings PC Dixon Law Firm Harmon S. Graves, Law Offices of David C. Japha, COMMERCIAL LITIGATION Dixon Law Firm Jones & Keller, Meininger Law Firm, LLC Waas Campbell Rivera Johnson & Velasquez LLP COMMERCIAL VEHICLE AND TRUCKING LITIGATION The Law Firm Of William Babich, LLC... 3 The Law Office of Saul R. Sarney, COMPLIANCE & LITIGATION SOLUTIONS Gablehouse Granberg LLC CONSTRUCTION Harmon S. Graves, CRIMINAL DEFENSE David L. Miller, Dill Dill Carr Stonbraker & Hutchings PC Miller & Harrison LLC Mulligan Breit, LLC Newell & Decker The Law Office of Karen Steinhauser LLC Thomas J. Hammond, CRIMINAL LAW Law Offices of David C. Japha, Newell & Decker The Noble Law Firm, LLC DISCRIMINATION Bachus & Schanker, LLC DIVORCE LAW Gutterman Griffiths PC... 7 Jordon T. Sanger, LLC Walker, Wright & Associates LLP DUI AND DRUG CASES Miller & Harrison LLC Thomas J. Hammond, EMINENT DOMAIN Waas Campbell Rivera Johnson & Velasquez LLP ENERGY & NATURAL RESOURCES LAW John C. Stewart Attorney At Law ENVIRONMENTAL LAW Gablehouse Granberg LLC The Hannon Law Firm, LLC FAMILY LAW Cox Baker & Page LLC Gutterman Griffiths PC... 7 Heckenbach Suazo LLP Jordon T. Sanger, LLC Russel Murray III, The Law Office of Karen Steinhauser LLC Walker, Wright & Associates LLP HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION Harmon S. Graves, IMMIGRATION Cox Baker & Page LLC INSURANCE The Hannon Law Firm, LLC The Law Firm Of William Babich, LLC... 3 INVESTMENT FRAUD & STOCKBROKER MISCONDUCT Steve A. Miller, LABOR & EMPLOYMENT Bachus & Schanker, LLC MOTOR VEHICLE ACCIDENTS Miller & Harrison LLC The Law Firm Of William Babich, LLC... 3 The Law Office of Saul R. Sarney, PERSONAL INJURY Frickey Law Firm Katzman Lampert & McClune, A National Practice... 5, Back Cover Miller & Harrison LLC The Hannon Law Firm, LLC The Law Firm Of William Babich, LLC... 3 The Law Office of Saul R. Sarney, POSTCONVICTION PROCEEDINGS The Noble Law Firm, LLC PROBATE Thomas J. Burns Attorney At Law PRODUCTS LIABILITY Dixon Law Firm The Hannon Law Firm, LLC REAL ESTATE Meininger Law Firm, LLC Waas Campbell Rivera Johnson & Velasquez LLP SECURITIES Jones & Keller, Steve A. Miller, SOCIAL SECURITY DISABILITY Frickey Law Firm Law Office of O Toole & Sbarbaro, TRUSTS & ESTATES Harmon S. Graves, Hutchins & Associates, John C. Stewart Attorney At Law Thomas J. Burns Attorney At Law WHITE-COLLAR CRIME Thomas J. Hammond, WORKERS COMPENSATION Alvarado Law Center, LLC Frickey Law Firm Law Office of O Toole & Sbarbaro, WRONGFUL DEATH The Law Office of Saul R. Sarney, ZONING, PLANNING & LAND USE Waas Campbell Rivera Johnson & Velasquez LLP \ DENVER S TOP RATED LAWYERS TO SEE A DIRECTORY OF ALL AV PREEMINENT RATED ATTORNEYS IN DENVER VISIT AT.LAW.COM/DENVERTOPRATED

19 PROOF - FOR APPROVAL ONLY PAGE PROOF FOR APPROVAL ONLY PATRICK D. TOOLEY WALKER WRIGHT & ASSOCIATES CIVIL LAW, CRIMINAL DEFENSE Patrick Tooley s successful trial practice involves a broad range of civil cases and criminal defense matters. After graduating from CU Law School in 1985, Mr. Tooley spent eight years at the Arapahoe County District Attorney s Office and distinguished himself as a Chief Deputy District Attorney prosecuting homicide, sexual assault, whitecollar, and public corruption cases. Since entering private practice in 1993, Mr. Tooley has litigated criminal, regulatory enforcement, grand jury, and complex commercial and business matters in state and federal courts, both at the trial and appellate levels. His cases have received local and national attention in both print and broadcast media. A Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent Lawyer, Mr. Tooley has held an AV rating since 1997 and, since 2006, has been repeatedly recognized as a Colorado Super Lawyer. Timothy B. Walker and Jamie L. Wright along with their associates, Ryann L. Love and Bradford L. Geiger specialize in and limit their practice to all areas of Family Law, including divorce, child support, child custody, paternity disputes, grandparent visitation, adoption, high asset divorce, marital agreements, and appeals. Both Mr. Walker and Ms. Wright are active in the Family Law Section of the American Bar Association, with Mr. Walker having chaired the section. He is currently sitting on the Board of Governors of the ABA. The firm is experienced in high conflict litigation as well as mediation and negotiating agreements. Walker Wright serves the entire state of Colorado. HUTCHINS & ASSOCIATES For almost 40 years, Hutchins & Associates has been committed to creating lasting relationships with its clients. The firm seeks to combine the comfort and reliability of a small-town firm with the knowledge and expertise of a highly specialized trust and estate firm. This balance is reflected in the diversity of the firm s clients Hutchins and Associates represents farmers, ranchers, FORTUNE 500 executives, business owners, celebrities, professional athletes and coaches, and members of the judiciary, among many others. These clients benefit from the firm s expertise in wealth transfer planning, estate, gift, and generation-skipping tax planning, estate and trust administration, probate litigation, income taxation, conservatorships and guardianships, formation of business entities, and formation and administration of nonprofit organizations and private foundations Broadway, Suite 1400, Denver, CO P F hutchinslaw.com DILL DILL CARR STONBRAKER & HUTCHINGS PC 455 SHERMAN STREET, STE. 300, DENVER, CO PH: PDTOOLEY@DILLANDDILL.COM S. University Blvd., Centennial, CO ph: fax: P R E S E N T S DENVER S TOP RATED LAWYERS OF ER S OF 201 RATE D LA WY NV ER S TO P P R E S E N T S DE P R E S E N T S DE NV ER S TO P RATE D LA WY ER S OF YER S OF 201 RAT ED LAW VER S TOP P R E S E N T S DEN P R E S E N T S DEN VER S TOP RAT ED LAW YER S OF OF LAW FIRM THE LAW FIRM OF THE LLCE LLC, ICH AM WILLI COLBAORABICDO H,S VOIC WILLIAM BAB VOICE COLORADO S RED FOR THE INJU THE LAW FIRMTHE THE LAW FIRM OF OF LAW FIRM OF WILLIAM BABICWIL LIAM BABICH, LLC H, LLC WILLIAM BABICH, LLC RED FOR THE INJU COLORADO S VOICE FOR THE INJURED G SUPPLEMENT DISTRIBUTE A SPECIAL ADVERTISIN ALSO INSIDE DENVER LAW62014 PAGE PRESENTS PAGE 7 DENVER LAW 2014 EADERS L E G A L L PAGE 6 APPEARING D WITH THE DENVER POST AND THE WALL STREET JOURNAL THE DENVER POST ALSO INSIDE LEGAL LEADERS APPEARING DENVER LAW 2014 AJOURNA L S O I NL S I D E AND THE WALL STREET DENVER LAW 2014 PAGE 3 A SPECIAL ADVERTISIN G SUPPLEMENT DISTRIBUTE KNOW YOUR CHILD CUST AND VISITATION RIGHTS ODY PAGE 7 PAGE 6 6 PRESENTS D WITH THE DENVER KNOW YOUR THE DISTRIBUTED WITH CHILD CUSTODY DENVER TINGL AND THE WALL SELEC AND VISITA STREET JOURNA A WORKERS TION RIGHTPOST S PAGE 7 COMPENSAT ION LAWYER PAGE 10 SELECTING A WOR A SPECIAL ADVERTIS ING SUPPLEMENT DENVER LAW 2014 PAGE PAGE WITH PAGE 7 DISTRIBUTED WITH SELECTING A WORKERS ATION LAWYER COMPENS 10 ODY KNOW YOUR CHILD CUST AND VISITATION RIGHTS PAGE PRESENTS ALSO INSIDE ERS ING SUPPLEMENT A SPECIAL ADVERTIS SELECTING A WORK ER COMP10ENSATION LAWY DY CHILD CUSTO KNOW YOUR ALSO INSIDE S AND VISITATION RIGHT COLORADO S COLORADO S VOICE VOIC FOR THE INJU E FOR THE INJURED RED POST AND THE WALL STREET JOURNAL KERS LCOM E G A L PENS L E A DATIO E R S N LAWYER PAGE 10 APPEARING WITH A SPECIAL ADVERTISING SUPPLEMENT DISTRIBUTED WITH THE DENVER POST AND THE WALL STREET JOURNAL PRESENTS WITH PAGE 8 PRESENTS LEGAL LEADERS APPEARING WITH KNOW YOUR CHILD CUSTODY AND VISITATION RIGHTS SELECTING A WORKERS COMPENSATION LAWYER PAGE 7 PAGE 10 LEGAL LEADERS APPEARING WITH ORDER CUSTOM REPRINTS OF DENVER S LEGAL LEADERS PLEASE CONTACT OR REPRINTS@ALM.COM TO SEE A DIRECTORY OF ALL AV PREEMINENT RATED ATTORNEYS IN DENVER VISIT AT.LAW.COM/DENVERTOPRATED DENVER S TOP RATED LAWYERS / 19

20 AVIATION LITIGATION Aviation cases often arise out of great human tragedy. The law not only compensates accident victims, but also can make an industry safer so others do not have to suffer the same fate. BRUCE A. L AMPERT KATZMAN LAMPERT & McCLUNE A N A T I O N A L P R A C T I C E You have an aviation case. Hire an aviation attorney. For more than four decades, the aviation accident attorneys at Katzman, Lampert & McClune have established themselves as leading experts in the field of aviation law. Each senior partner at the firm is an experienced aviation accident attorney and pilot, providing them with a unique perspective and understanding of aviation laws. The firm prides itself on serving the needs of airplane crash victims and their families throughout the United States and internationally TURNPIKE DRIVE, SUITE 211, WESTMINSTER, CO PH: FA X: MICHIGAN OFFICE: 100 W. BIG BEAVER RD., SUITE 130, TROY, MI PH: FA X: