Business Details
46 Years
experience
Your Trusted Legal Advocates in Cortez, Colorado
Founded in 1980, our firm has dedicated over four decades to providing comprehensive legal representation across Southwest Colorado. With a legacy built on courtroom excellence, we specialize in personal injury, criminal defense, civil litigation, and estate planning, among other practice areas. Our attorneys have secured millions in verdicts and settlements while maintaining an unwavering commitment to client advocacy.As lifelong members of the communities we serve, we combine deep local knowledge with extensive legal expertise to achieve favorable outcomes. Our team's collective experience spans over 140 jury trials, demonstrating our readiness to fight for clients in complex legal matters.
Services
Personal Injury
Wrongful Death
Criminal Defense
Estate Planning
Real Estate Law
Civil Litigation
Water Law
Probate
Details
- Year established: 1980
Highlights and features
- Over 40 years of combined legal experience serving Southwest Colorado
- Secured millions in verdicts and settlements for personal injury clients
- 140+ jury trials successfully handled by our attorneys
- Deep understanding of local legal systems and community needs
- Compassionate advocacy combined with aggressive courtroom representation
Services
Personal Injury
We represent clients injured through no fault of their own in auto accidents, slip and falls, and other incidents. Our attorneys have secured millions in compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering. With decades of trial experience, we aggressively pursue maximum recovery through settlements or jury verdicts.
Criminal Defense
Our firm defends clients facing felony and misdemeanor charges in state and federal courts. We handle DUIs, drug offenses, violent crimes, and white-collar charges. With extensive courtroom experience, we develop strategic defenses to protect clients' rights and minimize legal consequences through trial or plea negotiations.
Estate Planning
We help clients create comprehensive estate plans including wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives. Our planning ensures assets transfer according to your wishes while minimizing tax burdens. We also assist with trust administration and probate avoidance strategies for families.
Real Estate Law
Our attorneys handle residential and commercial real estate transactions, title disputes, and development projects. We assist with purchase agreements, title examinations, and closing procedures. We also represent clients in property boundary disputes, zoning issues, and land use matters across Southwest Colorado.
Civil Litigation
We represent clients in contract disputes, business litigation, and collection matters. Our trial-tested approach resolves commercial conflicts through negotiation, mediation, or courtroom litigation. We handle breach of contract claims, debt collection cases, and business partnership disputes for individuals and companies.
People
Kelly R. McCabe
Partner
Kelly founded the firm in 1980 after graduating from Seattle University Law School. With 120+ jury trials and millions recovered for clients, he specializes in personal injury and complex litigation. An Eagle member of the Colorado Trial Lawyers Association, he advocates fiercely for client rights.
Keenen D. Lovett
Partner
Keenen joined the firm in 2013, bringing dedicated advocacy to criminal defense and civil litigation. A Southwest Colorado native, he combines local knowledge with legal expertise to protect client interests in state and federal courts across various legal matters.
Caity Willbanks
Certified Paralegal
Caity manages office operations while providing specialized paralegal support in estate planning and real estate transactions. Her organizational skills ensure efficient case management and client communication throughout the legal process.
Kelley Matthews
Certified Paralegal
Kelley offers expert paralegal assistance in litigation matters, preparing legal documents and managing case details. Her attention to procedural requirements supports successful outcomes in complex legal proceedings.
Tiffany Hartsoe
Legal Assistant
Tiffany handles billing and client coordination while contributing to marketing efforts through professional photography. Her multifaceted role supports both operational efficiency and client relationship management.
Questions
What areas of law do you specialize in?
We focus on personal injury, criminal defense, civil litigation, real estate, estate planning, probate, and water law. Our attorneys have handled over 140 jury trials across these practice areas.
How long have you served Southwest Colorado?
Since 1980, providing continuous legal representation to individuals and businesses throughout the region with deep community understanding.
Can I schedule a consultation?
Contact us at (970) 565-7209 to discuss your legal needs. We offer personalized consultations to evaluate your case and recommend next steps.
Do you handle cases outside Colorado?
While based in Colorado, our attorneys have successfully represented clients in legal matters from New York to San Diego through proper jurisdictional filings.
What makes your firm different?
Combining 40+ years of experience with local knowledge, we offer aggressive courtroom representation alongside personalized client service tailored to Southwest Colorado communities.
