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Alexandra (Ali) Smits is an experienced attorney committed to helping families navigate the emotional and financial complexities of their family law cases. With an understanding of the toll legal disputes have on families and children, Ali works with her clients to minimize conflict and move forward with their lives. Ali is trained in collaborative law and values the opportunity to seek resolution outside of the courtroom, whether through negotiation, mediation or collaborative law. Ali also has extensive trial experience and is equally comfortable advocating for her clients in the courtroom when collaboration or settlement is not an option.
Prior to committing her legal practice exclusively to family law, Ali practiced in the areas of employment law and criminal defense. She has trial experience in both Colorado state courts and the U.S. District Court for the District of Colorado. Ali has presented to employees and mental health professionals in the area of employment law and disabilities to both the Rocky Mountain Cancer Center and the Colorado chapter of the National MS Society. Ali’s background in employment and criminal law has provided professional insight and trial experience that have enhanced her current family law practice.
Current Employment Position:
Associate Attorney
Areas of Practice:
Family Law
Alimony and Spousal Support
Child Support
Custody & Visitation
Divorce
Juvenile Law
Mediation
Collaborative Law
Alternative Dispute Resolution
Adoption
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Practice Areas
17 years | 200 cases
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Chat withState: Colorado
Acquired: 2002
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1623 Washington St, Denver, CO, 80203-1406
5 Client Reviews
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Posted by Jill | March 30, 2015 | Family
Hire Ali!
Ali is not only knowledgeable she's a great attorney on a personal level. She helped me navigate an unpleasant situation and helped me come to a quick solution. My ex-husband was pursing legal action against me, and Ali handled my case very professionally. I felt at total ease when I worked with he...
"I endorse this lawyer wholeheartedly. I had the privilege of working with Ali on a very contested and difficult divorce matter. She was a strong advocate but very professional and easy to work with. She is one of the best!"
"Ms. Smits was a pleasure to work against as Opposing Counsel on a contentious relocation matter. She knows the law and effectively represents her clients interests without being needlessly litigious. I endorse her for any domestic relations matter."
"Ali is a wonderful, caring attorney and person. I never hesitate to send referrals her way. She is a skilled negotiator and litigator who always keeps her client's best interests in mind. I endorse this lawyer."
"Ali is an experienced, compassionate and knowledgeable family law attorney. I have sent many friends and clients her way knowing that they will receive sound legal advice with an individualized sensible approach. I strongly endorse Ali."
"I endorse Ali. I have worked with her as opposing counsel and she is smart, creative, and thoughtful. I have also recently worked with Ali as a mediator. She was highly effective in helping us resolve a very complicated matter. I wouldn't hesitate to refer cases to her for her family law practice or for her mediation practice."
"Ali Smits is a kind, hard working, sharp and experienced family law attorney and mediator. As a family lawyer, she has the skills necessary to resolve cases so that they work out best for the family. As mediator she guides parties, sometimes having extreme disputes and broadly disparate settlement positions, to find commonality in an efficient settlement."
"I have been lucky to work with Ali both as a co-worker and as opposing counsel. Ali is professional, compassionate and works vigorously to achieve best outcomes for clients in the least adversarial manner possible. Ali is an extraordinary listener and problem-solver. I highly recommend Ali as a Family Law attorney."
"Ali is thoughtful and creative in seeking collaborative solutions to difficult situations. I found her well-prepared and professional while also being warm and genuine in her interactions with clients and the collaborative team. I endorse this lawyer."
"Ali and I have worked together in a number of different capacities, most recently as opposing counsel. She makes the adversarial process professional and client focused. I hope to work with her again in the future."
"Ali does a great job of helping families in transitions. She is calm and caring, super smart, and motivated to help parties reach resolution with the least amount of conflict."
"Ali is an amazing lawyer who puts her heart and soul into her cases. Her clients love her and so do the Judges. You will be in the very best hands if you decide to hire Ali."
"Ali is an excellent family law attorney who is dedicated to obtaining the best possible outcome for her clients, while always approaching her cases professionally and practically. I highly recommend Ali for all types of family law matters."
"Ali is an excellent attorney and a wonderful person. She is capable, competent, confident, and easy to work with. Her skill and experience mixed with her collaborative approach make her an absolutely fabulous lawyer."
"I have been fortunate to work with Ali as a colleague. Ali is one of the best. She is a skilled litigator and has a keen attention to detail. She is also compassionate and works hard to obtain the best outcome for her clients. I highly recommend Ali."
"Ali is an excellent attorney. She cares for her clients and their well being. She puts them first, and tries to seek solutions that are right for their family. You will not be disappointed with Ali."
"Ali and I have worked together both on opposite sides of cases and as colleagues. Ali is professional, considerate, and cares about her clients. She feels invested in her clients' outcomes and takes the time to make sure that settlements are in her clients' best interests. I endorse this attorney."
"Ms. Smits is a knowledgeable attorney and a great advocate for her clients. I found her to be genuine, reasonable, and solution-oriented. I endorse this lawyer."
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2018
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
Certification, Colorado Collaborative Divorce Professionals
2015
Mediation Certification, Mares Dixon and Associates
2014 - Present
Partner, Harrington Brewster & Clein, P.C.
2012 - 2014
Attorney, David Littman, PC
2010 - 2012
Attorney, Cure Law Group
2016 - Present
Denver Source for Collaborative DivorceChairperson
2015 - Present
Metropolitan Denver Interdisciplinary CommitteeBoard of Directors
2014 - Present
International Academy of Collaborative ProfessionalsMember
2002 - Present
Colorado Bar Association
2002 - Present
Denver Bar Association
2012 - 2016
Colorado Collaborative Divorce ProfessionalsBoard of Directors
2002
JD - Juris Doctor
1997
MA - Masters
1996
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2017
Divorce Options
2017
Collaborative Law/Mediation Techniques
2017
Standards for 3rd Parties in Domestic Relations Cases
2017
Family Law Podcast Recordings
2016
Unbundled Legal Services
2015
Collaborative Divorce
2014
Collaborative Divorce
2011
Disability and Employment Law
2017
2002
English
Spanish