Arvada Lawyers

Over 20 years experience in Criminal and Employment law. All areas of Criminal Defense including felonies, drug cases, DUIs, domestic violence, misdemeanors and traffic Employment Law including all areas of employer â employee relations such as wage disputes, minimum wages, overtime, discrimination claims, employment contracts and severance agreements. Workers Compensation Law. Personal Injury Law emphasizing auto accidents. Experienced Trial Lawyer leechristianpc.com

Ken Copple graduated from the University of Nebraska College of Law in 1980. Mr. Copple practiced law in Lincoln, Nebraska in the early 1980s. In 1985 he moved to Ft. Collins in order to attend the Masters of Agriculture program at Colorado State University. He obtained the Masters of Agriculture Degree in 1987, with a focus on agricultural business and policy. He opened his law practice in Ft. Collins in 1987. Mr Copple taught the agricutural law course at Colorado State University in the late 1980s and early 1990s.He has continued to participate as a guest lecturer several times each...

Jason Adelstone is an experienced business attorney, international policy consultant, and strategic problem solver. Based in Denver, Colorado, he offers legal guidance to a broad range of clients, including entrepreneurs, corporations, religious institutions, and both federal and international cannabis businesses. His practice covers corporate law, international policy, and cannabis regulatory compliance, assisting clients in navigating the complexities of the global cannabis industry and other legal landscapes. As a leading U.S. expert on international drug treaties, Jason has worked alongside legal and policy professionals worldwide to address the shifting landscape of cannabis regulations, regulatory challenges in the U.S. and EU, and treaty...

Headquartered in Denver, Tillman Clark has been exclusively dedicated to criminal defense practice for his entire career. For over a decade, Tillman has zealously and passionately worked in almost every area of criminal defense. Tillman founded this firm with a singular focus: To help people who have been convicted but refuse to give up hope. Too often people caught in the criminal justice system don’t know all their options once their case is “closed” by a judge. But that word — “guilty” — isn't the end of your story, and justice doesn't stop when the gavel falls. Tillman understands that behind...

Carl Werner is a seasoned transactional attorney and Chair of the Corporate Department at Harris Sliwoski. He counsels a diverse range of clients in emerging industries—including cannabis cultivators and cryptocurrency miners—guiding them through complex transactions in highly regulated and often uncertain legal environments across the U.S. and internationally. His practice centers on startup ventures, company financings, mergers and acquisitions, and other key transactional matters. Before joining Harris Sliwoski, Carl was a partner at Vicente LLP in Denver, Colorado, where he spent eight years managing transactional work in emerging regulated industries, particularly cannabis, hemp, and psychedelics. He also has extensive experience advising...

Facing a criminal charge can be an incredibly daunting experience, and taking immediate action is essential. My name is Mark Kraynak, and for over 25 years, I have committed myself to serving my community. At my practice, KraynakLaw, I strive to be the aggressive attorney that you need. My aim is to provide each client with the personalized attention they require and deserve, ensuring that their rights are protected and their voices are heard, whether it's in front of law enforcement, the prosecutor, or in the courtroom. At KraynakLaw, I dedicate time to thoroughly understand each client's legal situation by getting...

Dorothy Walsh Ripka is more than a family law attorney—she is a dedicated advocate with over two decades of unwavering commitment to her clients. Known for her innovative legal strategies tailored to each client’s unique needs, Dorothy thrives in navigating high-conflict and complex family law cases, drawing on her extensive twenty-four years of litigation experience. While licensed in six states and sought after nationwide, Dorothy's passion lies in the Denver Metropolitan area, where she has cultivated her skills and earned a reputation for excellence. Her journey to becoming a powerhouse in family law began with a Juris Doctorate, cum laude, from...

Scott Robelen is a Board-Certified personal injury trial attorney. Scott is a veteran litigator who has tried more than 300 cases to jury verdict over his legal career. Opposing counsel knows and respects that he will take meritorious cases to trial with extreme preparation and skill. Scott has extensive experience handling complex commercial litigation, industrial accident litigation, and catastrophic injury litigation. His verdicts have impacted the policies of police departments, correctional facilities, human resource departments, emergency rooms, universities, insurance, and corporations. Scott Robelen was admitted to the State Bar of Texas in 1989 and is licensed to practice in the United...

With the fall of Saigon, the capital of South Vietnam, North Vietnamese forces swiftly moved in to seize the city. At just eighteen months old, I—along with tens of thousands of South Vietnamese refugees—was forced to flee my homeland in April 1975. My American father refused to leave without me or my Vietnamese mother. In the chaos of mass evacuation, we boarded a military cargo plane with nothing but the clothes on our backs as the Vietnam War ended and a communist regime took hold. Looking back over four decades, I realize that my journey was shaped not by chance but...

I am Mark Smith, and I have been practicing family law across various jurisdictions in Colorado, including the Court of Appeals, for over 31 years. Throughout my career, I have handled every type of family law issue imaginable. My practice encompasses a wide range of family law matters, including custody issues (allocation of parental responsibilities), child support enforcement and collection, adoptions, and disputes over parenting time. I provide both full attorney representation and advisory-only services. My advisory services cover document drafting, including the preparation of financial disclosures, legal direction and assistance, and guidance through mediation and other settlement processes. For family law...

Jay Hermele brings more than a decade of legal experience to High Plains Law, offering tailored legal solutions for businesses and individuals. Over the years, Jay has successfully guided clients through high-stakes commercial litigation, complex corporate and business transactions, and intricate intellectual property matters. His broad skill set includes trial work, negotiating and drafting contracts, forming business entities, managing business acquisitions and sales, and prosecuting trademarks. Jay has helped clients across a diverse range industries such as technology, real estate, finance, cannabis, media, oil and gas, and franchise. He takes pride in understanding the unique challenges and opportunities of each sector,...