$ 250-325 per hour
Gary D Nicholas
About Gary
Biography
I was a law clerk for a District Court Judge for three years, then in private practice for 31 years. I began in criminal defense work, then added personal injury to my expertise. Over the years I have been a teacher of paralegals and I have regularly spoken at seminars for the legal community. For the past several years I have worked exclusively in family law with an emphasis on divorce, children and post-decree modifications.
I am married with four children. I am originally from Nebraska, but moved to Denver in 1972. I have published many articles and I have written one book on civil litigation. I am dedicated to helping those who find themselves in need of some advice and guidance and don't know where to turn.
I presently office share with a number of attorneys and their staff. I am in DTC which means I am easily accesible and centrally located for nearly all courts.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Divorce and Separation
80%
41 years | 300 cases
Family
20%
41 years | 100 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Colorado for 41 years
State: Colorado
Acquired: 1984
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Gary D Nicholas
6161 S Syracuse Way #260, Greenwood Village, CO, 80111
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Posted by Laurel | June 25, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Family
Child support
Gary is not only a wise, experienced, & very skilled attorney, he’s a genuinely kind & good person. He has shown me endless patience & advocated tirelessly for me & my children at every turn. Gary is direct, focused, fair, & very wise, & he is always looking out for his client’s best interest. I'm so...
Posted by Renee | September 23, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Child custody case
Gary did a great job advising me through the CFI process and helped me maintain 90% custody of my son through a difficult child custody case.
Posted by Rita | July 08, 2015 | Divorce & Separation
Great attorney Perry Mason style
Gary stayed focused and fair. I'm at retirement age and my soon to be ex husband was not working and wanting me to pay him close to $200,000. He also made up faults promissory notes faults health history of illness. Gary my attorney was able to prove to the judge these were untrue allegations and ...
Gary D Nicholas's Lawyer Endorsements
"Compassionate, detail oriented and dedicated. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Gary is one of the most knowledgeable family law attorneys that I have encountered. I've called upon his vast experience to help me problem solve difficult cases and gain valuable insight into the tendencies of numerous judicial officers."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Gary has a lot of experience in family law. He is a tough advocate for his clients. He also works well with other attorneys, in order to reach a equitable result."
Dawn O'Neil
Family lawyer
Experience
Honors
2025
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2025
Client Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
Award of Excellence, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
One to Watch, Super Lawyers
2015
BV Distinguished Attorney, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
1991 - Present
Attorney, Law Firm of Gary Nicholas, Esq.
1988 - 1991
Attorney, Law Firm of Kenneth Lampton & Assoc.
1987 - 1988
Attorney General, State of Colorado
1984 - 1987
Attorney, Dixon and Snow
1981 - 1984
Law Clerk, Colorado Judicial Branch
Associations
1984 - Present
Colorado Bar Associationmember
1984 - Present
Arapahoe County Bar Associationmember
Sample of Legal Cases
In re: Marriage of g__________
My client (the woman) received a substantial portion of the marital property, all of her retirement and no payment of alimony or attorney fees to her husband.
Education
1983
University of Denver Sturm College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
Publications
1998
book
Civil Procedure
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers