David William Heckenbach

David William Heckenbach

5.0
Rating: 9.8

Licensed for 46 years

Family Lawyer at Greenwood Village, CO
Practice Areas: Family, Child Custody, Litigation

7400 E. Orchard Road, Suite 270S, Greenwood Village, CO

About David

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Family 75%

I have handled more cases than I can count. Over the last number of years, I have focused my practice on high net worth and high income divorces. I have earned the hightest rating from Martindale-Hubbell, A-V, Preeminent Lawyer. I have also been recognized as a Super Lawyer for a number of consecutive years.

34 years | 1,000 cases

75%
Child Custody 15%

Please see the description that accompanies my Family Law Practice

34 years | 1,000 cases

15%
Litigation 10%

Because I left the Denver District Attorney's office as the Chief Deputy in charge of Complex prosecutions and handled a large number of Grand Jury investigations, Public Corruption and large dollar White Collar Crime, I am called on to periodcally handle matters involving the Grand Jury and Securities matters with great results. But my mainstay remains the upper end family law cases.

46 years | 1,000 cases

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 650-650 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Colorado for 46 years

State: Colorado

Acquired: 1979

Active

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Location

Heckenbach Law PC

7400 E. Orchard Road, Suite 270S, Greenwood Village, CO, 80111

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David William Heckenbach's Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | February 25, 2015

Best Attorney in Colorado!

Dave is an aggressive yet compassionate pursuer for his clients. He has unbelievable experience that puts him a cut above the rest. Well worth every penny for the livelihood of your future.

Posted by anonymous | October 24, 2012

Review of Dave Heckenbach

Outstanding lawyer that is extremely well-received by the judges. Dave has earned all major recognitions, most notably the Super Lawyer designation for a number of consecutive years and a Martindale-Hubbell rating of A-V with Preeminent Status which is the highest rating available from Martindale-Hu...bbell. Judges trust him and other attorneys respect his trial skills and strategic skills.

Posted by Wachs | October 14, 2010

Mr. Heckenbach truly is a "Super Lawyer"! Exceptional law firm!

If you are seeking legal services in the Denver area, Heckenbach/Ammarell is worth investigating. They are professional, ethical, and totally customer service oriented. Far superior service and knowledge than others I have experienced!

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David William Heckenbach's Lawyer Endorsements

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Ian Shea

Litigation lawyer | Mar 19

Relationship: Co-worker

"Because of his extensive experience, Dave has a good sense for the judicial philosophies of many of the judges he appears in front of. This helps him to frame clients' cases in the most advantageous way. Dave's cross examination of opposing parties is always a treat to watch."

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Michael Waddington

Family lawyer | Jun 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse David. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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John Schorsch

Family lawyer | May 22

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I unconditionally endorse this lawyer. I am a Dallas Texas Trial lawyer and I have worked with Dave on numerous interstate matters. He is an exceptional talent and and honorable man. He is without question my go to guy in all of Colorado. He is insightful and artfully aggressive."

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Christopher Leroi

Family lawyer | Jan 03

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have had the pleasure of working with David on a couple of cases. He is a warm and caring individual who puts his clients' interest first and foremost and is also an extremely assertive and competent attorney. Both opposing attorneys and judges have all of the respect in the world for him."

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Experience

Rating:  9.8 (Superb)

Honors

2016

Top 100 Lawyers, American Society of Legal Advocates

2015

Top 1 1/2 pecent of Litigators in the Country, American Registry

2014

Top 1 1/2 Percent of Litigators in the Country, American Registry

2010

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2009

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2008

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2007

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2007

Legal Entrepreneur, Forbes Magazine

2006

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

1997

Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell

1990

AV Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

1989

Top Fundraiser, Kendra Barnholt Leukemia Fund

1988

Pacemaker Award, American Heart Association of Colorado

Work Experience

2022 - Present

Managing Partner, Heckenbach Law PC

2020 - 2022

Managing Partner, Heckenbach Malara PC

1992 - 2020

Managing Partner, Heckenbach Suazo LLP

1979 - 1992

Chief Deputy in charge of Complex Prosecutions Unit, Denver District Attorney's Office

Associations

1998 - Present

Colorado Bar Foundation

Fellow

1997 - Present

Douglas/Elbert County Bar Association

Member

1993 - Present

American Bar Association, Family Law Section

Member

1992 - Present

Colorado Trial Lawyers Association

Member

1992 - Present

Arapahoe County Bar Association

Member

1992 - Present

Colorado Bar Association, Family Law Section

Member

1980 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

1979 - Present

Denver Bar Association

Member

1979 - Present

Colorado Bar Association

Member

2002 - 2003

Douglas/Elbert Bar Association

President

2001 - 2002

Douglas/Elbert County Bar Association

President-Elect

2000 - 2001

Douglas/Elbert County Bar Association

Secretary

1999 - 2000

Douglas/Elbert County Bar Association

Treasurer

1998 - 1999

Colorado Bar Association, Family Law Section

Executive Committee

1995 - 1996

Alzheimer's Association

Board of Directors

1991 - 1992

American Heart Association of Colorado

Chairman of the Board

Sample of Legal Cases

In re: Marriage of Many

Generally, highly successful

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Education

1982

New York University Post Graduate Medical School

Certification

1979

University of Colorado

JD - Juris Doctor

1976

Washington and Lee University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2005

Annual Conference

Case Law Update

Publications

2011

Book The Guide to a Smart Divorce

Languages

French

English

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