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4.6 /5.0
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Award winning practice, delivering client-driven, cost-effective results. Mr. Patoile has been chosen as the Best of the Best 2019 and 2009 Attorney, by the readers of the Douglas County News-Press and the Castle Rock News Press. For almost two decades now, Marc Patoile has receivved the highest possible peer-review ranking in the Martindale-Hubbell attorney rating system: AV-Preeminent Lawyer, by other attorneys and judes.
For over 20 years, Marc Patoile has enjoyed a practice which focuses on negotiation and litigation, where he brings a law and business based education, which includes an M.B.A., and a great depth of courtroom experience. As a named partner at the 8-attorney firm of Folkestad Fazekas Barrick & Patoile, P.C., in Douglas County, Mr. Patoile has developed a regional reputation as a trial lawyer handing family law, criminal and civil matters. He has tried over 100 trials and contested hearings. He has served as a mediator and court-appointed special master, in addition to having a background in collaborative law, which affords him a unique perspective in settling complex matters. Mr. Patoile is the past President of the Douglas-Elbert County Bar Association, where he also served as Vice-President and Treasurer. He has served on to the Colorado Board of Governors and serves as an alternate Municipal Court Judge. Mr. Patoile was the prosecuting attorney for several years in Monument, Colorado and has been a Special Prosecutor in Castle Rock and Greenwood Village, Colorado. He has been previously appointed by federal and local courts to handle a wide variety of trial matters.
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Acquired: 1995
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18 South Wilcox Street, Suite 200, Castle Rock, CO, 80104-1968
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Posted by anonymous | October 17, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Litigation
Outstanding Lawyer!
Professional and courteous, Marc and his team handled my case with sensitivity and tact while obtaining the results I wanted. I couldn't have asked for better lawyers. They made me feel as though I was their number one priority, answered all my questions without being condescending and had a positive...
Posted by Gigi | April 08, 2015 | Business
Incredibly Awesome
Marc is not only a lawyer, but he is a compassionate lawyer. He is all about the person and the person's needs first and makes sure that he guides you in the right direction. When I had questions about documentation that I may need for my business start up, Marc carefully guided me and also assisted ...
Posted by Angel | January 27, 2011 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Very Efficiet Attorney
Mr. Patoile handled my case very effectively. His instructions and explanations were simple, clear, and direct. He did what he said he would do quickly and without fuss. He negotiated with the other party and quickly reached an appropriate and acceptable settlement. I would use Mr. Patoile's services...
Posted by anonymous | October 02, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Lazy but overcharging
Marc nearly messed up my divorce case. He is lazy and doesn't agree with his new co-attorney at all, on anything, plus they charged me for their millions of 'conferrals', that still didn't bring anyone up to speed. He hasn't read or responded to one single email but would call at random times. Addit...
Posted by Tamara | January 07, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Did not follow through
Marc Patoile -the attorney I hired to represent me for my divorce - did not follow through with what he said he would do. He assumed I knew how the law works and did not explain things well to me. The one reference that he gave to me for a CPA did not perform which set us back. I asked Marc about ...
"Marc is an excellent lawyer and I highly recommend him for all family law matters. I have had the opportunity to refer several matters to Marc, and I received excellent feedback from everyone I referred. Marc is a knowledgeable and highly experienced attorney."
"Marc is well respected as a professional and exceptional attorney. I frequently refer clients to Marc and his Firm and I am never disappointed that I have done so. I trust that when I send someone to Marc, they will receive exceptional legal service!"
"Marc is an excellent mentor and attorney. I have been fortunate to experience and learn from his extensive knowledge of family law and zealous representation of clients. I would absolutely recommend him to anyone seeking assistance with a family law matter."
"Mark and I worked together for several years and we have known each other for more than 14 years. Marc is an outstanding attorney and I refer all of my clients who need representation in criminal law or family law matters to Marc."
"I have known and worked with Marc for 14 years. I highly recommend clients to Marc because he is accessible, experienced and results-oriented."
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2023 Best of the Best Family Law Attorneys-Top 10 Colorado, 2023 Best of the Best
2015
Douglas County's Finest Attroney, Douglas County Living
2015
Douglas County's Finest Attorneys, Douglas County Living Magazine
2015
Nation’s Top One Percent, National Association of Distinguished Counsel
2015
“10 Best” Family Law Attorneys for Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2014
Legal Leaders, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
Top Lawyers of Denver, The Denver Post
2013
AV Preeminent 5 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
Colorado 200 list of Colorado's largest law firms, Law Week Colorado
2012
Best of the Best Law Practice, Colorado Community Newspapers
2009
Best of the Best Attorney, Colorado Community Newspapers
1995
American Jurisprudence Award, Alternative Dispute Resolution, University of Denver
1992
Phi Alpha Delta, University of Denver
1996 - Present
Attorney at Law/Director, Folkestad Fazekas Barrick & Patoile, P.C.
1997 - 2000
Prosecuting Attorney, Town of Monument, Colorado
2023 - Present
2023 Best of the Best Family Law Attorneys-Top 10 Colorado
2006 - Present
Castle Rock Merchant's Association/DowntownBoard of Directors
2001 - Present
Martindale Hubble2023 Judicial Edition Marc Patoile AV Preeminent Rating
1995 - Present
Denver Bar Association
1995 - Present
El Paso County Bar Association
1995 - Present
Colorado Bar Association
1972 - Present
Martindale Hubbel2023 Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers
2023 - 2023
Douglas County News PressBest of Castle Pines and Castle Rock Attorneys – Reader’s Choice
2000 - 2001
Douglas-Elbert County Bar AssociationPast President
2000 - 2002
Colorado Bar AssociationBoard of Governors
1999 - 2000
Douglas-Elbert County Bar AssociationVice President
1998 - 1999
Douglas-Elbert County Bar AssociationSecretary
1998 - 1999
Denver Bar Association, Metro Volunteer LawyersBoard of Directors
1995
JD
1995
MBA
1992
BA
2001
Continuing Legal Education presenter on Equine and Equestrian Law
2013
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2013
2013
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