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Why Colorado Springs Parents Choose Johnson Law Group
Three things that matter most in a custody case.
Each one answers the question every parent in El Paso County asks first: will this attorney actually fight for my relationship with my children?
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Custody-focused every day.
No criminal defense. No personal injury. Every attorney here handles family law full time, which means real depth on the issues that decide your parenting case: best-interest standards, parenting time schedules, decision-making authority, and relocation disputes across El Paso County.
No criminal defense. No personal injury. No estate dabbling. Every attorney here practices family law every day, which means deeper experience with the issues that decide your case.
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You always know where you stand.
Before we file anything, we name what comes next. You will know the strategy, the hearing timeline, and the realistic range of outcomes for your children. No vague reassurances. No surprise filings. No promises we cannot keep.
We name what comes next, in plain language, before we file anything. You will know the strategy, the timeline, and what your case is likely to cost. No promises we can't keep.
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Multi-state when it matters.
If your co-parent is in another state, relocation is on the table, or jurisdiction is contested, our attorneys are licensed in Colorado, Illinois, Florida, and Wyoming. We handle the cross-state complexity that local-only firms cannot.
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What Colorado Springs Parents Say
Trusted by parents across El Paso County.
★★★★★
"Made what I thought was going to be an impossible process so much easier."
Helped me through a difficult divorce. Very professional, and caring. Everything was handled well, they listened to all my concerns, and responded in a timely manner. I would highly recommend using Johnson Law Group.
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Sonja
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★★★★★
"Exceptional in applying the law, and very responsive."
I have a high-profile case involving a custody matter that stretched across multiple states. At one point I had 4 law firms in 4 different states. Johnson Law Group stood out as the best, exemplifying integrity, fairness, and strategy.
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Jorel S.
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★★★★★
"Spectacular. From the initial phone call he gave great direction on how to proceed."
Worked with Said and he helped me step by step to get what I was looking for. From the legal team to Cory at the front desk, everyone at the firm is top-notch. I have already recommended two different individuals to Johnson Law Group.
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Brady M.
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"A smooth process from start to finish."
Took great care guiding the process drafting a prenuptial agreement. He was responsive, efficient, and coordinated well with my wife's attorney. Very happy with the final result.
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THE TEAM
Colorado Springs custody attorneys ready to guide you.
Founding partners, members, and senior attorneys with deep Colorado custody and parenting-time experience. Photo placeholders below; real headshots drop in at deployment.
Genet T. Johnson
Member · CO-FOUNDER
Former classical musician turned award-winning family law attorney. Yale University B.A. Colorado Supreme Court internship.
Myles S. Johnson
Member · FOUNDER
Super Lawyers selections 2018 to 2024. Author of Overboard: How to Avoid Sinking in Your Colorado Family Law Case.
Shannon M. O'Keefe
Chief Operations Officer · Member
Super Lawyers selected. Operational leadership, client experience, and case process design.
Myron L. Latney Jr.
Managing Partner · Member
Super Lawyers selected. Multi-jurisdictional family law experience across the Front Range.
Jason Thacher
Senior Attorney
Veteran trial advocate. More than 600 cases handled across divorce, custody, and high-conflict matters.
Said Sharbini
Senior Attorney
Family law trial and negotiation. Cited by clients for step-by-step guidance through complex divorces.
What We Handle
Every dimension of your custody case.
Whether you are establishing a parenting plan for the first time or fighting a modification in El Paso County, these are the issues where custody cases are won and lost.
Parenting Time
Establishing and enforcing schedules that reflect your children's needs and your role in their lives, before or after divorce.
No-fault dissolution, contested or uncontested.
Decision-Making
Legal decision-making authority over education, healthcare, and religious upbringing — sole, joint, or allocated.
Parenting time, decision-making, relocation.
When a parent wants to move with the children, Colorado's relocation statute is complex. We handle both sides: the parent moving and the parent staying.
Relocation Disputes
Maintenance under Colorado's updated formulas.
When circumstances materially change, existing orders must change too. We petition the 4th Judicial District for modifications that reflect your current reality.
Modifications
Equitable distribution, including complex marital estates.
How It Works
From overwhelmed to oriented.
Three steps between where you are now and a parenting plan you can build your life around.
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Free consultation
A direct conversation. We listen, ask the questions that actually matter, and tell you what we see.
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Your case roadmap
Strategy, timeline, and cost expectations laid out in plain English. No vague answers.
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Steady representation
You stay in the loop at every milestone. We file, negotiate, and litigate when we have to.
Colorado uses a "best interests of the child" standard. The 4th Judicial District considers the child's relationship with each parent, adjustment to home and school, each parent's willingness to encourage a relationship with the other parent, and the child's physical and emotional needs. There is no automatic preference for either parent. We will walk you through how these factors apply to your specific situation at the consultation.
No. Joint parenting time and joint decision-making are common outcomes, but they are not automatic. Colorado courts start from a "best interests" framework and build toward whatever arrangement serves the children, whether that is equal time, primary residence with one parent, or something tailored to the family's schedule and circumstances. The El Paso County court prefers arrangements that keep both parents meaningfully involved where that is safe and practical.
A temporary orders hearing in El Paso County can happen within weeks of filing. A final contested custody trial can take 6 to 18 months depending on how disputed the issues are and the court's docket. Modifications to existing orders move on a similar timeline. Many custody matters resolve through negotiation or mediation before trial, which is often faster and less expensive for all parties.
Yes, if there has been a substantial and continuing change in circumstances since the original order was entered. Common grounds include a parent's relocation, a significant change in the child's needs, a parent's work schedule, or concerns about safety. The court always evaluates whether the modification serves the child's best interests. We can assess whether your situation meets the threshold at the consultation.
A direct conversation with a Colorado Springs custody attorney. We review your parenting situation, explain how the 4th Judicial District applies the best-interests standard to cases like yours, and give you a realistic picture of the likely path and cost of representation. No pressure to retain on the spot.
Common Questions
Questions parents ask before they call.
Your North Star · Free Custody Consultation
Your children deserve a parent who has a real plan.
One conversation will tell you where your parenting case stands in El Paso County and what comes next. No pressure. No vague reassurances. A clear path forward.
Your N★RTH STAR for divorce, custody, and family transitions across Colorado.
Your N★RTH STAR for divorce, custody, and family transitions across Colorado.
Denver
3773 Cherry Creek Drive North
Suite 801, East Tower
Denver, CO 80209
Commerce City
13599 East 104th Avenue
Suite 300
Commerce City, CO 80022
Colorado Springs
2139 Chuckwagon Road
Suite 210
Colorado Springs, CO 80919
Fort Collins
2580 E Harmony Road
Suite 201
Fort Collins, CO 80528
Englewood
385 Inverness Parkway Suite 250
Englewood, CO 80112
Denver
3773 Cherry Creek Drive North
Suite 801, East Tower
Denver, CO 80209
Fort Collins
2580 E Harmony Road
Suite 201
Fort Collins, CO 80528
Commerce City
13599 East 104th Avenue
Suite 300
Commerce City, CO 80022
Colorado Springs
2139 Chuckwagon Road
Suite 210
Colorado Springs, CO 80919
Englewood
385 Inverness Parkway Suite 250
Englewood, CO 80112
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Colorado Springs Child Custody Lawyers
Protecting your relationship with your children.
Custody matters in El Paso County move fast and the stakes are personal. Our Colorado Springs attorneys clarify how the 4th Judicial District weighs parenting time and decision-making, so you enter every hearing and negotiation with a clear strategy, not just hope.
★ 500+ Reviews · 4.1 Star Average
★ Super Lawyers Selected · Top 10 Attorneys Under 40
Custody matters in El Paso County move fast and the stakes are personal. Our Colorado Springs attorneys clarify how the 4th Judicial District weighs parenting time and decision-making, so you enter every hearing with a clear strategy, not just hope.
★ Super Lawyers Selected
Colorado Springs Child Custody Lawyers
What Colorado families ask first: who am I getting, and what's the experience like?
Founding partners, members, and senior attorneys with deep Colorado custody and parenting-time experience.
The issues where El Paso County custody cases are won and lost.
Real reviews from parents who came to us when their relationship with their children was on the line.
The information on this page is for general information purposes only. Nothing on this page should be taken as legal advice for any individual case or situation. This information is not intended to create, and receipt or viewing does not constitute, an attorney-client relationship.
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