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Christopher Robert Basler

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  • Greenwood Village, CO
  • Licensed for 9 years
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Christopher Robert Basler
Christopher Robert Basler
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About Christopher

A personalized and solution oriented approach to help you with your family law needs.

Chris R. Basler is a successful and persuasive negotiator and litigator who offers both bundled and unbundled services. He is a compassionate and empathetic attorney who believes that open communication, vigorous preparation and a reasonable position are the keys to a positive and desired resolution. Additionally, Mr. Basler understands that a domestic relations client is living through one of most emotionally challenging periods of their entire life. Mr. Basler’s goal is to help his clients navigate through these difficult and confusing times as well as help them move forward with their lives in a healthy and positive way.

Mr. Basler started Basler Family Law, PLLC, because he wanted to create a family law firm that focused on clients, their families and their future. When a chapter in life ends, a new one also begins. Mr. Basler is committed to finding resolutions for clients and their families that help end the previous chapter in life in a fair and equitable manner as well as  help propell them into the next chapter in their lives. 

Mr. Basler works diligently in the representation of his clients in all manners of domestic relations cases.  Mr. Basler is well versed in matters concerning complex divorce, allocation of parental responsibilities, child support issues, contempt, relocation, dependency & neglect, uncontested divorce, grandparents' rights and post decree litigation.

Additionally, Mr. Basler has worked as a Guardian Ad Litem in Arapahoe County. As a Guardian Ad Litem, Mr. Basler worked tirelessly to advocate for children and their best interests. Through his experience as a Guardian Ad Litem, Mr. Basler posseses an enhanced knowledge of the effects that family law matters have on children and works to ensure that the best interests of children are always incorporated in the resolution of any domestic matter.

Mr. Basler is licensed to practice in Colorado and is a member of the Colorado Bar Association.

To receive a free consultation, contact Basler Family Law, PLLC, and mention that you found Mr. Basler on Avvo. 

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Practice areas

OtherAlimonyUncontested divorceChild custodyDivorce and separation
  1. Divorce and separation: 30%

    9 years, 100 cases

  2. Child custody: 30%

    9 years, 100 cases

  3. Uncontested divorce: 10%

    9 years, 100 cases

  4. Alimony: 10%

    9 years, 100 cases

  1. Family: 10%

    9 years, 150 cases

  2. Child support: 10%

    9 years, 100 cases

Languages spoken

English, German

Client's Choice 2016
Top Contributor 2016
Client's Choice 2015
Top Contributor 2015

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Contact

Basler Family Law, PLLC

8100 E. Maplewood Ave.
Suite 230
Greenwood Village, CO, 80111

Website
http://www.baslerfamilylaw.com 

    Resume

    License
    StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
    COActive201205/13/2021
    We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
    Avvo Contributions
    Legal answers234
    Legal guides5
    Awards
    Award nameGrantorDate granted
    Rising StarSuper Lawyers2019
    Top 10 Attorneys Under 40National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys2019
    10 BestAmerican Institute of Family Law Attorneys2019
    10 Best Law FirmsAmerican Institute of Family Law Attorneys2019
    Top 10 Attorney - Family LawAttorney and Practice Magazine2019
    Top AttorneyTop Attorneys - Colorado's Outstanding Young Lawyers2019
    FellowNational Association of Distinguished Counsel2019
    Top 10 Attorneys Under 40National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys2018
    Rising StarTop Lawyers of Colorado2018
    10 BestAmerican Institute of Family Law Attorneys2018
    Distinguished LawyerNoticed2018
    Rising StarSuper Lawyers2018
    10 Best Law FirmsAmerican Institute of Family Law Attorneys2018
    Top ContributorAvvo2017
    Featured AttorneyLawyers of Distinction2017
    Top 40 Lawyers Under 40American Society of Legal Advocates2017
    10 Best AttorneysAmerican Institute of Family Law Attorneys2017
    10 Best Law FirmsAmerican Institute of Family Law Attorneys2017
    Top 40 Under 40The National Advocates2017
    Top ContributorAvvo2016
    Top 10 Attorneys Under 40National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys2016
    Top 40 Under 40The National Advocates2016
    Client's ChoiceAvvo2016
    10 Best AttorneysAmerican Institute of Family Law Attorneys2016
    Client's ChoiceAvvo2015
    CALI Scholastic Excellence Award - Making & Meeting ObjectionsFlorida Coastal School of Law2011
    Best Teaching Assistant: Trial PracticeFlorida Coastal School of Law2011
    Pro Bono CertificateFlorida Coastal School of Law2011
    National ChampionGeorgetown White Collar Crime Mock Trial Invitational2010
    CALI Scholastic Excellence Award - Comprehensive Law PracticeFlorida Coastal School of Law2010
    Best Teaching Assistant: Trial PracticeFlorida Coastal School of Law2010
    CALI Scholastic Excellence Award - ContractsFlorida Coastal School of Law2008
    Work Experience
    TitleCompany nameDuration
    Owner, AttorneyBasler Family Law, PLLC2017 - Present
    Associate AttorneyHinds & Hinds Family Law P.C.2015 - 2017
    Associate AttorneyJohnson Marquez Legal Group2014 - 2015
    Guardian Ad LitemBettenberg,, Sharshel & Maguire, LLC2012 - 2012
    Associate AttorneyJohnson Sauer Legal Group, LLC2012 - 2014
    Grader: Bar Exam Prep CourseBARBRI2012 - 2014
    Legal InternSmith, Greene & Combs2009 - 2009
    Law ClerkPhebus & Koester, LLP2007 - 2008
    Associations
    Association namePosition nameDuration
    Lawyers of DistincionMember2017 - Present
    Colorado Trial Lawyers AssociationMember2016 - Present
    Metro Denver Interdisciplinary CommitteeMember2016 - Present
    Arapahoe County Bar AssociationMember2015 - Present
    Colorado Bar AssociationMember2012 - Present
    Denver Bar AssociationMember2012 - Present
    CBA Family Law SectionMember2012 - Present
    Phi Delta Phi legal fraternityMember2009 - Present
    Denver Bar Association, Metro Volunteer LawyersAttorney2012 - 2016
    Florida Coastal Student Bar AssociationPresident2010 - 2011
    Chester Bedell American Inn of CourtMember2010 - 2011
    Florida Coastal Student Bar AssociationSecretary2009 - 2010
    Law Student Division of the Florida Bar AssociationBoard of Governors2008 - 2011
    Florida Coastal Student Bar AssociationLegislator / Committee Chair2008 - 2009
    Publications
    Publication nameTitleDate
    AVVO Legal Guides6 Factors That Could Warrant A Change In Child Support2016
    AVVO Legal GuidesTop 5 Tips for Minimizing Your Legal Fees in a Domestic Relations Case2016
    AVVO Legal GuidesTop 3 Misconceptions Clients Have Regarding Domestic Relations Proceedings2016
    AVVO Legal GuidesTop 4 Reasons That Settling Your Case At Mediation Can Be Advantageous2016
    AVVO Legal GuidesTop 3 Questions Asked By Clients That Domestic Relations Attorneys Can't Answer2016
    Education
    School nameDegreeGraduated
    Florida Coastal School of LawJD - Juris Doctor2011
    Illinois State UniversityBS - Bachelor of Science2002
    Speaking Engagements
    Conference nameTitleDate
    Senate Judiciary Committee Re SB15-129SB15-129 is Not in the Best Interests of Children2015
    House Judciary Committee Re SB15-129SB15-129 is Not in the Best Interests of Children2015
    Providence CupJudge/Critique2014
    Numerous DU Trial Advocacy CompetitionsJudge/Critique2014
    Providence CupJudge/Critique2013
    Numerous DU Trial Advocacy CompetitionsJudge/Critique2013
    Numerous DU Trial Advocacy CompetitionsJudge/Critique2012
    Coastal Law CurriculumTrial Practice Lecturer2011
    Justice Raymond Ehrlich Award LuncheonA History of Justice Ehrlich and the Justice Raymond Ehrlich Award2011
    Numerous DU Trial Advocacy CompetitionsJudge/Critique2011
    Coastal Law CurriculumTrial Practice Lecturer2010
    Criminal Law CurriculumCriminal Law2010
    Student Bar Association Legislative OrientationRobert's Rules of Order Tutorial2010
    Student Bar Association Legislative OrientationRobert's Rules of Order Tutorial2009
    Legal cases
    Case nameOutcome
    In re the Marriage of (REDACTED)A few hours of supervised parenting time per week for Father and therapy ordered for both parties and their children.
    In re the Parental Responsibilities Concerning (REDACTED)Successfully converted the TPO to a mutual civil no contact order, achieved a graduated parenting time schedule to 50/50 parenting time within 18 months and achieved joint decision making regarding all major decisions for the parties' infant daughter.
    In re the Marriage of (REDACTED)A graduated parenting plan was put in place that got to 50/50 parenting time over the course of years. Financial matters were settled early in the dispute.
    In re the Parental Responsibilities Concerning (REDACTED)Mother relocated with the minor children. Father was given out of state visitation and was ordered to pay thousands of dollars in child support arrears.
    In re the Marriage of (REDACTED) and (REDACTED)Successfully achieved a fair and equitable separation agreement without jurisdictional issue.
    In re the Marriage of (REDACTED)Colorado divorce case was dismissed.
    In re the Marriage of (REDACTED)Successfully bifurcated the divorce from the allocation of parental responsibilities. Divorce was heard in Colorado which benefited Husband in the equitable distribution of the marital estate.
    In re the Marriage of (REDACTED)Equal division of the marital estate. Husband's pension was found to be substantially larger than Husband had indicated. Wife's location was kept confidential and she was able to move back to her home country following the finalization of the case.
    In re the Marriage of (REDACTED) and (REDACTED)Client received approximately 70% of the marital estate and was not ordered to pay maintenance.
    In re the Marriage of (REDACTED)Following a divorce proceeding that slowly progressed over 5 years with numerous law firms and attorneys involved, was able to extinguish client's warrant, achieve a favorable distribution of the marital estate and avoided maintenance payment for client.

    Reviews

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    Excellent

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    Chris is an excellent lawyer. He did a wonderful job handling my divorce case in a quickly and timely manner. I would absolutely recommend him for other seeking an honest and respectable lawyer. I would hire him again in a heart beat.
    This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
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    Couldn't have asked for better help!

    Posted by

    Chris & Lydia were great! I couldn't have asked for better help through a difficult time in my life. Kind, courteous and prompt with handling my situation. They went into great depth to help me and my girls have a brighter future. If you or anyone you know is going through something as draining as divorce I highly recommend Chris and Lydia. Thank you!
    This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
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    Excellent

    Posted by

    Both Chris and Lydia did a wonderful job with my divorce. I would highly recommend them. Thank you both!
    This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
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    Divorce and Child custody

    Posted by

    I couldn't have asked for a better team to have while going through this difficult time in my life. Lydia was the biggest help to me in a LOT of difficult situations so much so that she dropped what she was doing at a few times I had emergencies. Chris was VERY informational and gave me very detailed pros and cons to each decision I needed to make so that I could chose what was best for myself and my children. I could not recommend a better team to represent me and have my back. I had a LOT of obstacles to overcome but I knew having them behind me, everything would be ok. Thank you guys for the (weird to say this) the best experience in the worst of situations. I owe you both everything!!!!!
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    Hired attorney

    Thank you!

    Posted by

    Chris and Lydia are a dream team to work with. They gave me the advice, support and attention needed during a difficult time and decision. They are knowledgeable, professional, honest and caring. Thank you both.
    This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
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    Finding the guidance you need

    Posted by

    Chris has done an excellent job helping me with my post-divorce issues. He has listened to and understood my needs, and then worked effectively and efficiently toward that end. Chris represents his clients' interests first. I would highly recommend Chris Basler for getting help navigating your divorce!
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    Wonderful Attorney

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    Chris was instrumental in representing me during a horrible divorce and years later with a contempt of court case from that divorce. His knowledge, expertise, and confidence took a huge burden off of my shoulders and he also got justice for me in prevailing in both cases. He truly fought for me and I am so grateful and highly recommend Chris!
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    Amazing!

    Posted by

    Chris is a very compassionate human being and he is an amazing attorney. I had an extremely difficult, year-long case where my child’s safety was of utmost concern, and I would not have had such a positive outcome without Chris’ expertise and experience. I am forever grateful for Chris and Lydia and I would highly recommend Chris if you are concerned about the safety and well- being of your child.
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    Cannot recommend enough

    Posted by

    Chris did an outstanding job representing my best interests and never losing sight of the ultimate goal, regardless of the challenges posed by opposing counsel. He kept me on track and was able to take a challenging situation and guide it to a fair conclusion. In addition, his paralegal, Lydia, was always available and critical to bringing my divorce to a successful conclusion.
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    Great guy and great lawyer

    Posted by

    Very passionate attorney who takes clients' concerns seriously. Chris is very experienced and knows his way around a court room. His excellent personality rings true with the judge and opposing counsel, and makes it easy to confide in him as your attorney.
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    Attorney endorsements

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    David Ganderton, Family Attorney on Aug 28, 2019
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    Chris Basler is an excellent attorney. He works tirelessly to achieve results for his clients, and does so on a personal level. He is both diligent and highly effective in his work. I strongly endorse Chris Basler.

    Katherine Fontenot, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jun 24, 2016
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    Chris Basler is a talented and compassionate attorney. He listens to his clients' needs and always seeks to achieve an amicable resolution. Chris is also a highly talented litigator and will skillfully fight for his clients if the case goes to court. I highly recommend Chris Basler.

    Rob Hinds, Family Attorney on Jun 17, 2016
    Relationship: Supervised lawyer

    Chris Basler is an excellent, compassionate, hard-working attorney, who I am extremely proud to have at the firm. He is exceptionally attentive to this clients, always making himself available to them, even outside normal office hours. Chris' practice is devoted entirely to family law, making him knowledgeable in all family-related cases, including divorce and custody disputes. Chris' first goal is always to try and reach an equitable settlement for his clients. However, if the matter proceeds to hearing, Chris is extremely well-versed and confident in the courtroom. I absolutely endorse this attorney and highly recommend him.

    Michael Hinds, Family Attorney on Jun 9, 2016
    Relationship: Co-worker

    I was very excited when Chris joined our firm. His reputation for hard work and high standards has proven out from day one. Chris is honest, efficient, and extremely well-liked among his peers and clients. I can't endorse him enough!

    Melissa Marks, Family Attorney on Jun 9, 2016
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    Chris is an incredibly hard working and intelligent attorney. I have known Chris both professionally and personally since 2012, and respect his dedication and commitment to his clients and the area of family law. Your concerns as a client will be heard, and he will ensure that your rights and needs are protected. Chris embodies the characteristics of an honest and solution-oriented attorney.

    Jenna Zerylnick, Family Attorney on Jun 9, 2016
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    Chris is an exceptional litigator. He is comfortable and persuasive in the courtroom but he's also the rare breed of litigator capable of writing a phenomenal brief. His interpersonal skills enable him to resolve conflicts outside of court when appropriate. I always recommend Chris to friends and colleagues in need of a family law attorney.

    Remington Fang, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jun 4, 2016
    Relationship: Worked together on matter

    Chris is a great lawyer and a very understanding person. He is my go-to referral for all domestic matters. He brings a keen understanding of the law to work for his clients. Many of my clients have expressed great satisfaction with his services. You can't go wrong with him.

    Emily Gordon, Family Attorney on Dec 22, 2015
    Relationship: Friend

    Since I work in a different type of law, anytime my clients need recommendations on a family law attorney, my first response is always to recommend Chris. Chris is not only an excellent lawyer, but a great person. Hopefully it never happens, but if I needed any family law representation, he would be the first person I hired.

    Brandi Petterson, Family Attorney on Sep 9, 2015
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse Chris Basler. He is a strong and dedicated family law attorney who strives to achieve the best possible results for his clients. I have personally witnessed Chris act swiftly and with sound judgment during contested cases and he is a highly skilled advocate in the courtroom. He is also effective at resolving cases amicably by bringing creative solutions to the table. I am proud to know Chris as a friend and colleague.

    Joshua Sauer, Divorce and separation Attorney on May 28, 2015
    Relationship: Supervised lawyer

    Mr. Basler is a congenial attorney who I have observed advocate zealously on behalf of his clients. He demonstrates strong courtroom presence and cares about his clients and strives to represent them well.

    Ian Shea, Divorce and separation Attorney on Apr 6, 2015
    Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

    I worked with Chris on a matter recently and found him to be both knowledgeable and reasonable.

    Jason Marquez, Family Attorney on Mar 14, 2015
    Relationship: Supervised lawyer

    I endorse this lawyer.

    John Prentiss, Family Attorney on Mar 4, 2015
    Relationship: Co-worker

    I endorse this lawyer. Chris is a talented litigator and negotiator who works hard to represent his client's interests.

    Sergei Thomas, Family Attorney on Feb 25, 2015
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer. Chis is confident, knowledgeable, and an effective advocate.

    Stephen McArthur, Divorce and separation Attorney on Feb 25, 2015
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer.

    Samera Habib, Family Attorney on Feb 21, 2015
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer.

    Bailey Mahoney, Family Attorney on Feb 11, 2015
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    Mr. Basler is a zealous advocate and a force to be reckoned with in the courtroom. Additionally, Mr. Basler truly cares for his clients and does all he can to secure the best possible outcome in their cases.

    Rachel Catt, Family Attorney on Feb 9, 2015
    Relationship: Co-worker

    I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Basler is sensitive to his client's needs. He listens carefully and works hard to achieve their goals.

    Tyler Murray, Family Attorney on Jan 30, 2015
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer. Chris Basler's tireless dedication to his clients and passion for the law are an asset to the Colorado legal community. He is a devoted advocate to his clients, and you would be well served to hire Chris.

    Haily Stansberry, Family Attorney on Jan 22, 2015
    Relationship: Friend

    When you hire an attorney, you need to feel like you can talk to that person and trust them to guide you through one of the most difficult times in your life. Chris Basler is trustworthy and a great communicator. He will make sure that you understand what is going on in your case every step of the way, and will tell you every side of a tough decision. I endorse this lawyer.

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