Licensed for 24 years

State CO

Acquired 1998

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John Loren Eckelberry

Bankruptcy and debt Attorney at Denver, CO

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Great attorney; highly recommend

George Saponas

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Practice areas

Bankruptcy and debt

35%

Consumer bankruptcy, including Chapter 7 and Chapter 13, Adversarial Proceedings, Domestic Support Litigation

25 years, 300 cases
Child custody

20%

Divorce, Dissolution of Marriage, Post-Decree Modifications, Child Custody, Allocation of Parental Responsibilities, Child Support.

25 years, 520 cases
Divorce and separation

20%

Divorce, Dissolution of Marriage, Post-Decree Modifications, Child Custody, Allocation of Parental Responsibilities, Child Support.

25 years, 520 cases
Family

20%

Divorce, Dissolution of Marriage, Post-Decree Modifications, Child Custody, Allocation of Parental Responsibilities, Child Support.

25 years, 520 cases
Appeals

5%

Appeals to the Colorado Court of Appeals and Colorado Supreme Court.

19 years, 18 cases

I HAVE BEEN PROVIDING PERSONAL AND FINANCIAL "FRESH STRARTS" TO MY CLIENTS FOR MORE THAN 20 YEARS.

John has been practicing law in Colorado since 1998. He the founding member of Eckelberry Law Firm, LLC, established in 2006, in charge of the family law and bankruptcy practice areas for the firm. During his almost 20 years of practice, John has helped hundreds of client's achieve personal and financial "fresh starts", while developing short and long term life plans. In addition, John has had experience in many other areas of the law, including real estate, personal injury, employment, landlord/tenant, business, criminal, and contract law.

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Eckelberry Law Firm, LLC

(303) 625-6407 Office

1888 N. Sherman Street

Suite 350

Denver, CO, 80203

eckelberrylaw.com

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4.5 / 5.0

8 customer reviews

5 Star

88%

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1 Star

13%

Posted by Alyson | April 15, 2013

Great attorney; highly recommend

John is very good at what he does. He offers practical advise, clearly gives you the pros and cons of everything, provides advice in terms of assisting you with what is in the best interests of the children. Does not file motions just to create fees. If he does not believe filing something is in your and your children's best interest he will advise accordingly.

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Posted by George | November 2, 2018

George Saponas

Hired John to represent me in a divorce case. John is a no nonsense individual and an excellent lawyer.

Posted by anonymous | February 14, 2018

Great Experience

John did an amazing job helping me navigate an extremely long and difficult situation! He is very professional and knowledgeable and was an invaluable asset for my divorce.

Posted by ShaRon | December 17, 2017

Sued for Property Settlelment

I feel like John Eckelberry did an excellent job for me and results were as good as anyone could have expected.

Posted by anonymous | December 15, 2017

Smart & no-nonsense with an empathetic side

John represented me through an extremely difficult and drawn-out divorce that included bankruptcy representation to protect me from my ex's filing, probate court to overturn a trust, and two days of trial. John is straightforward and no-nonsense. He tells it like it is, and is very smart. I never found him to be anything but professional and empathetic, but he's not the lawyer who will hand you a tissue and pat your hand. Ultimately, we made it through an 18 month slog, and I always felt John had my back. At times, he imparted humor, which helped lighten the mood and kept me moving forward.

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Posted by anonymous | December 14, 2017

No nonsense, problem solver

John has a very no-nonsense way about him. He may not tell you what you WANT to hear, but he will advise you as to what NEEDS to happen to resolve your case. After speaking with him for about an hour, I realized that there was a lot I needed to do before he could help me with my case. Will definitely retain him when the time is right.

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Posted by Kevin | December 11, 2017

Expert in Contested Divorces

John was an excellent partner to work through a highly complex contested divorce. My situation centered on several unique issues ranging from hidden income, false statements on employment and financial disclosures, real estate fraud, and financial manipulation. Throughout, John was an attentive advocate who came up with unique solutions and approaches. In comparing who to hire, it was clear to me that not all family law attorneys are comfortable in the court room, but John was fully capable when my case required extensive hearings. John's experience in both family and financial law were critical to my successful outcome. The contested nature of my case did mean that it dragged on for over a year, but John was with me the entire time and implemented solutions to control and limit that timeline as much as possible.

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Posted by anonymous | December 8, 2017

Very Condesending, Very Rude

I only got as far as phone call where he was laughing at me. He asked questions but then wouldn't let me answer. This is inappropriate behavior. I had a judge rule on an eviction even though I had already declared bankruptcy and so I was looking for help and he was just very rude through the entire few minute conversation. He was very cocky. I would really suggest looking elsewhere because he gives the impression that nothing is good enough for his time.

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AVVO RATING 10.0 (Superb)

Work Experience

Member
Eckelberry Law Firm, LLC
2006 - Present

Special Counsel
Inman Flynn Biesterfeld & Brentlinger, P.C.
2013 - 2017

Member/Partner
Willoughby & Eckelberry LLC
2005 - 2013

Associate Attorney
Polidori, Franklin and Monahon
2001 - 2005

Associate
Robert Eckelberry Law Office
1998 - 2001

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Education

University of Denver
JD - Juris Doctor
1998

University of Colorado
Bachlors of Science
1994

Legal Cases

In Re Marriage of Boettcher

In re Interest of S.N.V., and Concerning C.A.T.C., 10CA1302 (Colo. App. December 22, 2011
Outcome in favor of client.

ï‚§ In re the Marriage of Ikeler, 161 P.3rd 663 (Colo. 2007)
Verdict in favor of client

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Associations

FACES
Board Member
2011 - 2016

Metro Volunteer Lawyers
Board Memeber
2009 - 2016

Executive Council Family Law Section of the Colorado Bar Association
Past Chair
2005 - 2017

Languages Spoken

English

Honors and Awards

Best Lawyers in America
Best Lawyers in America
2020

AV Preeminent Rated
Martindale-Hubbell
2020

Super Lawyer
Colorado Super Lawyers
2020

AV Preeminent Rated
Martindale-Hubbell
2019

Super Lawyer
Colorado Super Lawyers
2019

AV Preeminent Rated
Martindale-Hubbell
2018

Super Lawyer
Colorado Super Lawyers
2018

Colorado Super Lawyer
Colorado Super Lawyers
2017

AV Preeminent Rated
Martindale-Hubbell
2017

AV Preeminent Rated
Martindale-Hubbell
2016

Colorado Super Lawyer
Colorado Super Lawyers
2016

Colorado Super Lawyer
Colorado SuperLawyers
2015

AV Preeminent Rated
Martindale-Hubbell
2015

Colorado Super Lawyer
Colorado Super Lawyers
2014

Top 100 Lawyers
American Society of Legal Advocates
2014

AV Preeminent Rated
Martindale-Hubbell
2014

AV Preeminent Rated
Martindale-Hubbell
2013

Rising Star
Super Lawyers
2013

Preeminent AV Peer Rating
Martindale-Hubbell
2012

Rising Star
Super Lawyers
2012

Rising Star
Super Lawyers
2011

Rising Star
Super Lawyers
2010

Ten Most Dependable Family Law Attorneys in the West
Forbes Magazine
2009

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Publications

Colorado Lawyer
The State of Voluntary Unemployment and Underemployment in Colorado
2005

Speaking Engagements

Access to Justice Seminar
Nuts and Bolts: Practical Considerations for Integrating Unbundled Legal Services
2017

Family Law Institute
Death of a Party: Probate Implications for Domestic Relations Cases
2016

Family Law Evidence Practicum
Evidence - Non-teaching Faculty
2016

Family Law Basic Skills
Bankruptcy Basic Skills
2016

Family Law Basic Skills
Mentoring
2016

Judicial Domestic Relations Institute
Bankruptcy: What You Need to Know for Domestic Relations Cases
2015

Family Law Institute
Collection Strategies in Domestic Relations Cases
2015

Family Law Basic Skills
Bankruptcy Basic Skills
2015

Family Law Basic Skills
Mentoring
2015

Judicial Domestic Relations Institute
Impact of Bankruptcy on Domestic Relations
2014

Family Law Section Luncheon
Judges Panel on New Spousal Maintenance Statute
2014

Family Law Basic Skills
Mentoring
2014

Family Law Basic Skills
Bankruptcy Basic Skills
2014

Family Law Institute
Program Chair
2013

Family Law Basic Skills
Mentoring
2013

Family Law Basic Skills
Bankruptcy Basic Skills
2013

Evidence Practicum
Evidence
2013

National Pro Bono Celebration Training
Unbundled and Limited Representation
2012

Family Law Section Luncheon
Judges Panel on Business Valuations
2012

Family Law Basic Skills
Mentoring
2012

Family Law Basic Skills
Bankruptcy Basic Skills
2012

National Pro Bono Celebration Training
Evidence
2011

Family Law Luncheon
Judges Panel on Attorney Fees
2011

Family Law Basic Skills Program
Bankruptcy Basic Skills
2011

Family Law Basic Skills
Mentoring
2011

Evidence Practicum
Evidence
2011

2011 Fall Conference
Family Law Issues in Immigration Cases
2011

American Immigration Lawyers Association Luncheon
Family Law Issues Affecting Your Immigration Practice
2010

2014 Annual Judicial Conference
Hearsay Evidence
2010

National Pro Bono Celebration Training
Anatomy of a Family Law Case
2009

Family Law Update
Bankruptcy 101
2009

MDIC Luncheon
Allocation of Parental Responsibilities
2008

Preventing Critical Financial Mistakes During Divorces
Preventing Critical Financial Mistakes During Divorces
2007

Family Law Luncheon
Dissolution and Bankruptcy
2007

Family Law Institute
Working with the Imperfect Client: The Ten Commandments of Client Management
2007

Equitable Divorce Settlements
Equitable Divorce Settlements
2007

Spring Update
Relocation
2005

Domestic Law in Colorado
Domestic Law in Colorado
2005

Exploring Essential Issues in Domestic Law
Exploring Essential Issues in Domestic Law
2003

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Attorney endorsements

Received (9)

Given (5)

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Dallas Norton

Bankruptcy and debt Attorney | Sep 26
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

Erin Hickey

Family Attorney | Jul 21
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

Bailey Mahoney

Family Attorney | Nov 12
Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"John is an extremely experienced, strong and dedicated family law attorney who always strives to achieve the best possible outcome for his clients. When necessary, John acts swiftly and with sound judgment during contested cases and is a highly skilled advocate in the courtroom. John is also effective at resolving cases amicably by bringing creative, family-focused solutions to the table. I highly recommend John for all types of family law cases."

Autumn Scardina

Bankruptcy and debt Attorney | Oct 14
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. John's advice with regard to a bankruptcy matter proved invaluable and I am happy to endorse him as an expert in the field."

Michael Waddington

Family Attorney | May 26
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

Danae Woody

Unknown Attorney | May 06
Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"John is an exceptional attorney, mentor, and leader in the legal community. John's passion for the law and commitment to his clients have been a source of inspiration to me and I am indebted to him for the superb training I received from him as I began my legal career. I highly recommend John to anyone seeking a great family law or bankruptcy attorney!"

Darius Dugas Carter

Bankruptcy and debt Attorney | Dec 17
Relationship: Worked together on matter

"John's extensive family law & bankruptcy experience as well as his sterling reputation place his clients at a significant advantage both in the courtroom and out. I endorse this lawyer."

Christopher Leroi

Divorce and separation Attorney | Aug 15
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Eckleberry is an extremely talented attorney who provides great advice. Even though I have been practicing for 24 years and I am a former judge and magistrate, I learn from him every day. I would recommend him to anyone in his area."

Culver Van Der Jagt

Family Attorney | Aug 04
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"John is a lawyer with a great reputation in the community. His reputation was earned with years of hard work, integration into the legal community, and results for clients in complex divorces."

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