Business Details
Expert Family Law and Adoption Attorneys in Colorado
Beltz & West, P.C. is a Colorado-based law firm specializing in adoption law, family law, and appellate practice. With over two decades of experience, the firm has successfully handled more than 3,000 adoption cases and represented clients in state and federal courts, including the U.S. Supreme Court. Our approach combines ethical representation, deep legal expertise, and a commitment to client-centered advocacy. We prioritize transparency, offering realistic guidance while navigating complex legal processes for adoption, divorce, child custody, and appellate matters.Our team, led by Daniel A. West, a Fellow of the Academy of Adoption and Assisted Reproduction Attorneys, emphasizes preparation, courtroom excellence, and long-term client support. We serve clients across Colorado, focusing on reducing stress through comprehensive legal guidance in family law, assisted reproductive technologies, and third-party visitation cases.
Services
Adoption
Appeals
Assisted Reproduction Technologies
Family Law
Third Party Visitation
Highlights and features
- Over 20 years of experience in adoption and family law
- Successfully represented clients in 3,000+ adoption cases
- Ethical representation with transparent case assessments
- Specialized expertise in appellate law and complex litigation
- Recognized leadership in assisted reproductive technology law
Associations and certifications
- Academy of Adoption and Assisted Reproduction Attorneys
What people say
Knowledgeable lawyer
Ethical representation
Successful outcomes
Courtroom excellence
Client-focused
Services
Adoption Law
Beltz & West specializes in all adoption types, including agency, stepparent, and second-parent adoptions. With over 3,000 cases handled, we guide clients through legal requirements, documentation, and court proceedings. Our expertise ensures compliance with evolving adoption laws while prioritizing family-building goals.
Family Law
We handle divorce, child custody, and property division cases with ethical representation. Our approach balances negotiation and litigation to protect client interests in matters like maintenance, parentage, and complex asset division across Colorado courts.
Appellate Practice
The firm represents clients in state and federal appellate courts, including the U.S. Supreme Court. We focus on preserving trial outcomes or challenging unjust rulings through meticulous legal analysis and strategic brief preparation.
Assisted Reproduction
Our services cover surrogacy agreements, donor arrangements, and parental rights establishment. We ensure legal compliance for non-traditional family formation through comprehensive contracts and court declarations.
Third Party Visitation
We advocate for non-parental visitation rights in custody disputes. Our experience includes representing clients in trial and appellate courts to secure visitation while respecting parental rights and child welfare.
People
Daniel A. West
Attorney at Law
Daniel A. West specializes in family law, adoption, and appellate practice. With admission to the Colorado Bar since 1996, he has handled thousands of adoption cases and complex family law matters. He volunteers legal education clinics and focuses on ethical, client-centered representation.
Questions
What areas of law does Beltz & West specialize in?
We specialize in adoption law, family law (divorce, custody, child support), appellate practice, and assisted reproductive technology law.
How experienced is the firm in adoption cases?
We have handled over 3,000 adoption cases in Colorado, covering agency, stepparent, and second-parent adoptions.
Do you handle appellate cases outside Colorado?
While primarily serving Colorado, we represent clients in federal appellate courts and the U.S. Supreme Court.
What is your approach to family law disputes?
We combine ethical advocacy with practical solutions, focusing on negotiation when possible and aggressive litigation when necessary to protect client interests.
How do you assist with assisted reproduction legalities?
We draft surrogacy agreements, establish parental rights, and ensure compliance with evolving ART laws for non-traditional families.
Can you help with grandparent visitation rights?
Yes, we represent clients seeking third-party visitation through negotiation or court proceedings while balancing child welfare considerations.
