Business Details
39 Years
experience
Denver Family Law Attorneys
For over three decades, The Harris Law Firm has been a trusted legal partner for individuals, families, and professionals across Colorado. Our firm specializes in family law, estate planning, tax matters, real estate, elder law, and sports law, delivering client-centered solutions grounded in strategic advocacy and compassion. Led by seasoned attorneys with decades of collective experience, we prioritize clear communication, tailored legal strategies, and a commitment to protecting our clients' rights and futures.With offices in Denver, Englewood, Boulder, and Colorado Springs, our team approaches each case with empathy, expertise, and a dedication to minimizing conflict while achieving lasting results. We believe in service beyond the courtroom, actively contributing to Colorado communities through pro bono work, philanthropy, and civic engagement.
Services
Divorce
Elder Law
Estate Planning
Family Law
International Family Law
Real Estate Law
Sports Law
Tax Law
Details
- Year established: 1987
Highlights and features
- Over 250 years of combined legal experience in Colorado family law matters.
- Client-centered approach prioritizing emotional well-being alongside legal outcomes.
- Multi-office presence serving Denver, Boulder, Colorado Springs, and surrounding areas.
- Proven expertise in complex cases including high-net-worth divorces and international custody disputes.
- Comprehensive services spanning family law, estate planning, tax law, and sports law.
Associations and certifications
- Best Lawyers in America
- Super Lawyers
What people say
Thrilled and relieved
Skilled and supportive
Advocates on our side
Professionalism appreciated
Empowering experience
Services
Divorce Representation
Navigating complex divorce proceedings with strategic counsel tailored to individual needs. Our attorneys address high-value assets, parenting plans, and spousal support while prioritizing amicable resolutions. We protect client interests through negotiation, mediation, or litigation when necessary, maintaining confidentiality and dignity throughout the process.
Estate Planning
Crafting customized estate plans including wills, trusts, and advance directives to ensure asset distribution aligns with client wishes. We minimize tax burdens, protect beneficiaries from creditors, and facilitate business succession. Our approach emphasizes clarity, privacy, and adaptability to life changes.
Child Custody
Advocating for children's best interests in custody disputes through collaborative strategies and courtroom representation. We develop parenting plans addressing visitation, education, and healthcare while minimizing familial conflict. Mediation services promote cooperative co-parenting arrangements.
Tax Law
Resolving complex tax matters for individuals and businesses including audits, collections, and compliance. Our specialists develop strategies to reduce liabilities, negotiate settlements, and ensure regulatory compliance while protecting client financial health during divorce or estate planning.
Adoption Services
Guiding families through domestic and international adoption processes with expertise in home studies, parental rights termination, and finalization. We handle stepparent, relative, and second-parent adoptions, ensuring legal compliance and permanency for children in Colorado.
People
Richard A. Harris
Managing Partner
Founding attorney and Best Lawyer of America recipient with 2026 recognition. Committed to family law representation for over three decades with a focus on client advocacy and community service.
Dan Droege
Partner
Legal practitioner since 1987 specializing in family law matters including divorce and alternative dispute resolution. Recognized for collaborative approaches to contentious cases.
Jennie R. Wray
Equity Partner
Seven-time Super Lawyers Rising Star winner in family law. Passionate about achieving favorable outcomes for clients facing complex custody and divorce litigation.
Steve Cizik
Partner
Tax law specialist with nearly two decades of experience representing businesses and individuals in IRS audits, estate tax planning, and divorce-related financial matters.
Barbara Johnson-Stern
Senior Counsel
Family law practitioner with 20+ years experience advocating for clients in divorce proceedings and complex financial settlements while prioritizing children's well-being.
Questions
What areas of law does The Harris Law Firm specialize in?
We focus on family law, divorce, estate planning, tax law, elder law, real estate, sports law, and international family law matters across Colorado.
How can I schedule a consultation?
Contact us via phone at (303) 622-5502 or through our website to arrange confidential consultations in Denver, Boulder, or Colorado Springs offices.
What sets your firm apart from other Colorado law practices?
Our client-centered approach combines 30+ years experience, compassionate counsel, and a multidisciplinary team dedicated to minimizing conflict while achieving lasting solutions.
Do you handle high-conflict family law cases?
Yes, our attorneys specialize in complex matters including international custody disputes, high-net-worth divorce, and contentious parenting time negotiations.
Can you assist with post-divorce modifications?
We provide ongoing representation for modifying custody agreements, child support, alimony, and other family law orders as circumstances change.
What tax services do you offer?
Our tax practice includes audit representation, collection negotiations, business taxation, and divorce-related tax planning to protect client financial interests.
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