Business Details
12 Years
experience
Trusted Family Law Services in Lakewood, CO
Switzer Family Law Office, LLC is dedicated to providing compassionate and skilled legal representation in family law matters across the Denver metro area and Front Range. With over two decades of experience, our firm combines the quality of a large firm with the personalized attention of a small practice. We specialize in handling complex cases including divorce, child custody, property division, adoption, and protection orders, always prioritizing our clients' emotional and financial well-being. Our founder, Michael V. Switzer, brings extensive courtroom experience and a commitment to ethical advocacy, having represented families in nearly all Colorado district courts. We focus on delivering tailored solutions through mediation, arbitration, or litigation while maintaining transparency and integrity throughout the legal process.Our practice emphasizes clear communication, proactive case management, and strategic preparation to protect clients' interests. We serve clients from initial consultation through resolution, offering guidance on both immediate concerns and long-term implications of legal decisions. Our approach balances assertiveness in court with a commitment to resolving disputes amicably when possible. Testimonials highlight our ability to navigate high-conflict cases while maintaining professionalism and client-centered focus. We strive to make complex legal processes accessible and less stressful through dedicated support and comprehensive legal expertise.
Services
Adoptions
Appeals
Child Custody
Divorce
Protection Orders
Mediation
Modifications
Same-Sex Marriages
Details
- Year established: 2014
Highlights and features
- We have 20+ years of family law experience in Colorado courts
- Our attorney provides personalized attention to each case
- Proven track record in complex divorce and custody matters
- We offer strategic legal solutions with ethical advocacy
- Client-focused approach with transparent case management
What people say
Exceptional service
Highly recommend
Knowledgeable attorney
Professional and personable
Effective representation
Services
Divorce Representation
We provide comprehensive legal representation for divorce proceedings including property division, spousal support, and child custody arrangements. Our approach balances assertive advocacy with practical solutions to protect clients' interests while minimizing conflict. With extensive courtroom experience, we handle complex financial matters and high-asset divorces across Colorado's district courts.
Child Custody
Our firm specializes in creating child-centered custody arrangements that prioritize the child's best interests. We handle custody modifications, visitation rights, and interstate custody disputes while maintaining focus on long-term family dynamics. Our experience includes representing both parents and grandparents in custody matters across multiple jurisdictions.
Adoption Services
We guide clients through all types of adoption including stepparent, relative, and second-parent adoptions. Our services cover home study coordination, court documentation, and finalization proceedings. We work closely with families to ensure legal compliance while making the adoption process as smooth and stress-free as possible.
Protection Orders
We provide urgent legal protection for clients facing domestic violence or harassment. Our services include emergency order preparation, court representation, and modification of existing orders. We handle both temporary and permanent protection orders with sensitivity to clients' safety concerns and legal rights.
Mediation Services
Our certified mediators facilitate constructive negotiations for family law disputes outside the courtroom. We help couples reach mutually beneficial agreements on divorce terms, child custody, and property division. This cost-effective alternative to litigation maintains privacy while promoting cooperative problem-solving.
People
Michael V. Switzer
Attorney
Colorado native with 20+ years of family law experience, former shareholder at Litvak Litvak Mehrtens Epstein & Carlton, P.C. Handles all family law matters from divorce to complex custody cases. University of Denver law graduate and experienced courtroom advocate.
Questions
What family law services do you offer?
We handle divorce, child custody, adoption, protection orders, mediation, property division, and all family law matters across Colorado.
Do you handle cases outside Denver?
We serve clients throughout the Denver metro area and Front Range, with court experience in nearly all Colorado district courts.
How much does a divorce cost?
Costs vary by case complexity. Contact us for a consultation to discuss your specific situation and receive a tailored cost estimate.
Can you help with emergency custody issues?
Yes, we provide urgent legal assistance for protection orders and emergency custody matters with immediate court filings when necessary.
Do you offer mediation services?
Yes, we provide certified mediation services for family law disputes as a cost-effective alternative to traditional litigation.
