Visionary
Insightful Negotiator
Strategic Advocate
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Heather thrives where cases are complex, personal, and high-stakes—whether in the courtroom or at the negotiation table. Named by Best Lawyers in America for Family Law, Mediation, and Arbitration, she blends forensic-level trial preparation with sharp, efficient problem-solving acumen. With over seventy first-chair trials, Heather distills document-heavy disputes and multi-state issues into persuasive, court-ready strategies driven by relentless preparation. International firms have parachuted her into high conflict matters, trusting her to deliver clarity and results under pressure. She is skilled in handling very complicated and private matters with the utmost discretion. As a mediator and arbitrator, she moves fast, cuts through posturing, and delivers candid insights. Direct yet respectful, she brings the rare combination of professionalism, candor, problem-solving, and relentless advocacy.
Heather built her career for nearly fifteen-years thriving in cases others avoid for their complexity. A seasoned litigator with a reputation for transforming detail-heavy records, intricate financials, sensitive parenting disputes, and multi-jurisdictional issues into clear, strategic arguments, she brings unmatched preparation and fast-on-her-feet advocacy to every case. National firms have relied on her to step into their most challenging, multi-million-dollar disputes—delivering results at trial and on appeal. She brings the same vision, precision, and strategic advocacy to boutique practice, combining courtroom strength with sharp settlement strategy.
Equally accomplished as a neutral, Heather leverages her litigation acumen in mediation and arbitration. Unlike many neutrals, she doesn’t need to be brought up to speed on the law– she identifies strengths and weaknesses quickly and delivers candid, efficient feedback. Her approach is direct, efficient, and honest, yet tempered by professionalism and respect. Heather’s clients and colleagues value her rare ability to both drive resolution and provide candid advice on the strengths and weaknesses of litigation strategy.
Heather’s dedication extends beyond the courtroom. She has served on the boards of Metro Volunteer Lawyers and Project Safeguard, volunteered as a Guardian ad litem, and regularly contributes to legal education through lectures, publications, and mentorship. Her list of lectures, publications, and mentorship is extensive. She has been invited to lecture the state judiciary on civil procedure at their annual conference and has been a contributory author to the Family Law bench bar book. Her in contributions have been recognized with many honors, including consecutive years of Best Lawyers in America in three areas of expertise and in Colorado Super Lawyers Rising Stars. Heather embodies the blend of trial strength and settlement strategy that defines modern family law advocacy.
Heather is more than an attorney; she is a visionary, an insightful negotiator, and a strategic advocate for those she serves—ready to negotiate with precision or fight relentlessly in the courtroom to secure the best outcomes for her clients.
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