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Lisa R. Shellenberger

also known as Lisa Shellenberger Doman
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About Lisa

I am an experienced trial attorney specializing in the field of family law, juvenile law, and Indian law (tribal law). In the fields of family and juvenile law, my areas of practice include divorce, child custody (allocation of parental responsibilities), step-parent adoption, child support, guardianships, grandparent visitation, third party allocation of parental responsibilities, dependency and neglect cases (DHS cases), including those involving the Indian Child Welfare Act, and modifications of prior orders.

In the field of Indian law or tribal law, my practice includes tribal health administration, tribal code revision and drafting, tribal housing matters, government-to-government contract negotiation, tribal employment issues, and tribal natural resource managament, among other areas. 

I am devoted to providing attentive, high-quality legal services at a reasonable cost, and to making the legal process as clear and uncomplicated as possible for my clients.

Practice areas

OtherNative peoples lawAdoptionFamilyChild custody
  1. Child custody: 25%

  2. Family: 25%

  3. Adoption: 25%

  4. Native peoples law: 15%

  1. Divorce and separation: 10%

Languages spoken

English

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Contact

1860 Blake Street
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Setter Roche Smith & Shellenberger, LLC

1860 Blake Street
Suite 100
Denver, CO, 80202

Smith & Shellenberger, LLC

155 E. Boardwalk Drive
Suite 400
Ft. Collins, CO, 80525

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License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
COActive201111/10/2020
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
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Awards
Award nameGrantorDate granted
Rising StarSuper Lawyers2019
Top 10 AttorneyAttorney and Practice Magazine2019
Rising StarSuper Lawyers2018
Top 10 Attorneys in Colorado AreaAmerican Institute of Family Law Attorneys2018
Top 10 Attorneys Under 40National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys2018
Rising StarSuper Lawyers2017
Top 10 Attorneys Under 40National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys2017
Top 10 Attorney in ColoradoAmerican Institute of Family Law Attorneys2017
Distinguished LawyerExpert Network2017
Excellence in Clinical EducationUniversity of Colorado2011
Work Experience
TitleCompany nameDuration
Appellate JusticeHavasupai Tribe2018 - Present
PartnerSmith & Shellenberger, LLC2013 - Present
Associate AttorneySmith, Shelton & Ragona, LLC2012 - 2013
Associate AttorneySmith, Shelton, Ragona & Salazar LLC2011 - 2012
ClerkColorado Supreme Court2010 - 2011
Associations
Association namePosition nameDuration
Colorado Revised Statues, Juvenile Rules CommitteeCommittee2016 - Present
Indian Child Welfare Court, DenverCommittee2016 - Present
Colorado Court Improvement ProgramCommittee2015 - Present
Colorado Bar AssociationMember2011 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember2011 - Present
Colorado Pay Equity CommissionMember2014 - 2015
Publications
Publication nameTitleDate
Judicial BenchcardsJudicial Benchcards on ICWA2017
Cengage LearningNATIVE AMERICANS: The Reasoning for and Purpose of the Bureau of Indian Affairs2012
Education
School nameDegreeGraduated
University of Colorado - BoulderJD - Juris Doctor2011
Truman State UniversityBA - Bachelor of Arts2007
Speaking Engagements
Conference nameTitleDate
University of Colorado Law SchoolCareers in American Indian Law2019
Discovery Boot CampInformal Discovery & Expert Witnesses2018
Adams County Department of Human Services ICWA TrainingICWA Compliance2018
University of ColoradoFamily Law2016
CLE LuncheonDiscovery Considerations in Dependency & Neglect Cases2016
Legal cases
Case nameOutcome
In Re: JohnsonClient prevailed on appeal.

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Attentive, Respectful and Honest

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Lisa Shellenberger represented me in a family law matter. My case had been mishandled by two other attorney’s previously and was a mess by the time Lisa took over. She took the time to listen and understand the issues. She set reasonable expectations and did her best to deliver an outcome that was fair and equitable. Throughout my interactions with her, I found her to be attentive, respectful and honest.
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Case - Petition for Maternity

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I retained Attorney Lisa R. Shellenberger for a Petition for Maternity in Adams County, CO. This type of case is extremely rare and unique; I was grateful for Lisa's knowledge and experience during my crisis situation. She allowed me to manage my evidence; as well as, work side by side with her as. One, of many qualities, that I admire about Lisa is she never surrenders. Thank you, Lisa, for being my rock during this time of my life; especially, to a complete stranger at the time.
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Stellar!!!

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We highly recommend Lisa Shellenberger and the Smith & Shellenberger Law Firm for their expertise, thoroughness and thoughtfulness as a legal team and individuals. Lisa is extremely highly skilled at legally analyzing a situation and applying the law in very complexed situations. It is highly unfortunate, that we wasted our time and money to with two other top-rated attorneys until we found expert, thoughtful and sound legal advice and representation with Lisa Schellenberg. We are just bummed we did not find Lisa Shellenberger sooner!! Lisa and the legal team at Smith and Shellenberger Law Firm are top notch!!! They are certainly a legal force to content within Colorado and beyond.
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Client

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Lisa and her staff were very prompt with our correspondence and willing to explain the complicated legal process. They were sensitive to our case and made sure we understood the steps we all needed to take. We appreciate their guidance and would hire them again if need be.
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Excellent Representation

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Lisa Shellenberger represented me in a complicated high conflict custody matter. Before hiring her, I read reviews, consulted other attorneys, and met with Lisa. I hired Lisa to protect the best interests of my daughter and I, and I am certain I made the right choice. Lisa Shellenberger is exceptionally intelligent, professional, and diligent, but also cares about her clients. She handled my case strategically and tenaciously, was prompt and thorough in communicating with me, and helped guide me through the most difficult situation I have experienced. Hire Lisa Shellenberger with confidence. She far exceeded my expectations. Thank you Lisa.
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Best Family Lawyer EVER!!!

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We came to Lisa for information about guardianship vs custody. She was very informative and we felt like she was the best lawyer for us. We ended up hiring Lisa to represent us and that was probably one of the best decisions we ever made. She knows her stuff!! She was very responsive to emails and super informative. Because of Lisa we won our case and now have guardianship. We could not have done this process without her and her amazing team. If we or anyone we know ever needs this type of lawyer I would highly recommend Lisa 1000X's over.
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I am happy to be leaving a review for Lisa Shellenberger. She is extremely knowledgeable and cares about you as a person ......

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I am beyond happy with my experience with Lisa Shellenberger. She is professional, thorough, and very compassionate. I would highly recommend her services to anyone .
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Do yourself a favor and hire Lisa Shellenberger

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Lisa Shellenberger did an exceptional job representing me and guiding me through a rather difficult divorce and custody battle. She was compassionate, understanding, patient, professional and straight forward. Someone else was representing me before I found Lisa and made a lot of mistakes in my case. Lisa came right in and cleaned up those mistakes promptly and efficiently. I highly recommend her.
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Best Family Lawyer EVER

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Lisa took on my case after another lawyer was not able to, and she helped me with everything from beginning until the end. Through my tears, pain, anger, and more, she did not rest until she saw I was taken care of properly. She was always prompt to respond to all my questions and concerns, and even worked to help me while she was very sick. Very dedicated lawyer, she will do all she can to see you get the best outcome, and she will do it with genuine compassion. She’s amazing and I HIGHLY recommend her! No need to look any further...Lisa is the BEST!!
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Amazing!

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I hired Lisa about a year ago I believe and she has been amazing through everything that I was dealing with she's very attentive compassionate caring very helpful I hired two other attorneys before her and that did not work out very well, I am extremely grateful that I met her and I hired her she has done an exceptional job and I would recommend her to anybody needing legal counsel the whole entire office was just amazing.
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Elizabeth Bonanno, Family Attorney on Oct 27, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Lisa is quick-witted, smart, poised and compassionate. She truly gives it her all and deeply cares about her work and her clients. Lisa can be trusted to put real thought into each of her cases - even the thorniest of issues - to find whatever creative solution there may be. I would want Lisa on my side.

Amber McClain, Family Attorney on Dec 1, 2016
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

I met Lisa several years ago on the other side of a fairly high conflict matter that included complex tribal law and family law issues. Lisa is smart and creative when it comes to conflict resolution/strategy. She is trustworthy and respectful in her approach. I found her to be a fair opponent and I call her often for advice. I would hire Lisa in a heartbeat to handle any family law case and I have referred some of my closest friends to her for legal services.

Brooke Alexander, Divorce and separation Attorney on Apr 3, 2019
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

Ms. Shellenberger worked diligently to represent her client's interests, challenging the positions taken by my client, and ultimately helping come to a fair agreement for both parties. She conducted herself with professionalism, and never stopped representing her client.

Edward Streker, Family Attorney on Sep 5, 2018
Relationship: Worked for lawyer

I endorse this lawyer. I have learned an incredible amount while working on cases with Ms. Shellenberger. She is hardworking, diligent, and extremely bright. She fights hard for her clients. I can honestly state that if I ever needed a family law attorney, I would hire Ms. Shellenberger.

Amber McClain, Family Attorney on Dec 1, 2016
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

I met Lisa several years ago on the other side of a fairly high conflict matter that included complex tribal law and family law issues. Lisa is smart and creative when it comes to conflict resolution/strategy. She is trustworthy and respectful in her approach. I found her to be a fair opponent and I call her often for advice. I would hire Lisa in a heartbeat to handle any family law case and I have referred some of my closest friends to her for legal services.

Elizabeth Bonanno, Family Attorney on Oct 27, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Lisa is quick-witted, smart, poised and compassionate. She truly gives it her all and deeply cares about her work and her clients. Lisa can be trusted to put real thought into each of her cases - even the thorniest of issues - to find whatever creative solution there may be. I would want Lisa on my side.

Keslie Kandt, Child custody Attorney on Sep 19, 2016
Relationship: Worked for lawyer

I endorse this lawyer.

Keith Smith, Family Attorney on Sep 14, 2016
Relationship: Supervised lawyer

I endorse this lawyer. Exceptional attorney

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  • Hourly Rates$275-$295/hour
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