Sara Michelle Cates
About Sara
Biography
Sara M. Cates is a partner with the law firm of Bloch & Chapleau, LLC. Ms. Cates’ practice is primarily dedicated to representing men in high conflict divorces and parenting time disputes. Consequently, a majority of Ms. Cates’ practice involves complex financial issues including business valuations, asset and debt division, spousal maintenance and child support, as well as defense of protection orders and parenting time restrictions. Ms. Cates also focuses on representing clients in same-sex relationships, and has published several articles in Out Front Magazine concerning Civil Unions, second parent versus same parent adoptions, and the changing landscape of same sex marriage in Colorado.
Ms. Cates is an active member of the Colorado and Denver Bar Associations, and is admitted to practice before the State and County Courts in Colorado. For her undergraduate education, Ms. Cates received her B.A. in Political Science and Criminal Justice from Stephen F. Austin State University in Nacogdoches, Texas in 2005. Ms. Cates graduated cum laude and received her J.D. from South Texas College of Law in Houston, Texas in May of 2008 and was admitted to the Colorado Bar in October 2008. Ms. Cates joined Bloch & Chapleau, L.L.C. in 2008 shortly after taking the bar exam and became a Member Attorney of Bloch & Chapleau, LLC in January of 2013.
As a parent herself, Ms. Cates is focused on guiding her clients through one of the most difficult times in their life with honesty and compassion while maintaining her role as an aggressive advocate.
Practice Areas
5
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Fees and Rates
Cost
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Colorado for 17 years
State: Colorado
Acquired: 2008
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Location
Bloch & Chapleau, LLC
1725 Gaylord Street, Denver, CO, 80206
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Sara Michelle Cates's Reviews
Avvo Review Score
19 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews | General Knowledge
Posted by Alberto | December 21, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
The best of the best
In my own work, I can recall many men and fathers that have felt that they were treated as second-class citizens/parents, and have fallen victims to an unjust system. Many of those men ended up losing everything. Per the audacious threats made against me by the other side, I was all but guaranteed a ...
Posted by Jacey | December 08, 2022 | Hired Attorney
Sara was great
Sara was professional, kind, a brilliant mind, prompt and effective. I would definitely recommend Sara. Thank you Sara for everything you were awesome!
Posted by Jeffery | February 17, 2015 | Divorce & Separation
Sara is absolutely amazing!!!
Divorce is a very stressful time. Emotions are at an all time high and each party has objectives. I would not have made it through my divorce without Mrs. Cates. She kept my emotions in check, which ultimately helped me protect my rights as a parent and also helped me reach my goals. Sara is very...
Posted by Steve | February 14, 2015 | Divorce & Separation
Great Job
Sara was great, I felt all alone and didn't know who to turn to. Sara was there for me. She kept me informed, and her experience and advice were invaluable. She made the hardest thing I ever had to do easier and professional. I would recommend her to any one going through a divorce. Thanks Sara
Posted by David | January 29, 2015 | Divorce & Separation
Great divorce attorney
Sara represented me in an ugly divorce and did an excellent job. She was quick to inform me when I was asking for something the court would not allow. She responded quickly to my communications and was a strong negotiator with opposing counsel.
Sara Michelle Cates's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Many happy clients and great respect from her peers make Sara an easy decision for your representation."
"Sara is a respectful Opposing Counsel, who was a pleasure to work against. She is aggressive but not an impediment to settlement. She is well-versed in the law, clearly puts her Client's needs first, but is also extremely reasonable and easy to work with. I very much enjoyed our case together."
"I endorse this lawyer. Sara Cates is an exceptional attorney and is very knowledgeable about the law. Ms. Cates was professional, courteous and ethical while at the same time strongly advocating for her client. Ms. Cates was very prepared. I would welcome the opportunity to work with her again."
"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Cates is a pleasure to work with. Professional, courteous and efficient."
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"I endorse this lawyer. Highly respected in the community."
"Sara was opposing counsel on a recent case. I found her to be very professional, knowledgeable and personable. She masterfully helped resolve matters without unnecessary litigation. I would highly recommend Sara."
"I have had the opportunity to work with Sara on a couple of different cases. Sara is very knowledgeable of the law and was a superior litigator. I would recommend Sara for anyone looking for a family attorney."
"Sara is an exceptional litigator and advocate for her clients in family law disputes. Her dedication to her clients and knowledge of the law are unparalleled. I highly endorse Sara."
"Sara Cates and I were opposing counsel on a fairly complex dissolution of marriage involving both children and marital assets. Sara was professional in all aspects of our dealings, very quick to identify and respond to issues and we were able to reach a resolution in the case which both parties felt was fair and in their children's best interests. I would look forward to working with Sara again when the opportunity arises."
"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Cates is a very competent and reasonable attorney. She is professional and creative. She represented the opposing party in a recent case and she did an excellent job of representing her client's interests while working together crafting an agreement that met the needs of both parties and the child. I would rate Ms. Cates with the best attorneys in Family Law in the Denver area."
"Sara has an unbelievable commitment to her clients. She's aggressive, she's effective, she's knowledgeable, and she gets the job done. I strongly endorse Sara for any family-law related matter."
"Sara is a fantastic, smart lawyer. I recently had her as opposing counsel on a family law matter, and she was well-prepared, responsive, and tenacious for her client."
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Experience
Honors
2018
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2017
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2015
Client's Choice, Avvo
Work Experience
2008 - Present
Partner, Bloch & Chapleau, LLC
2007 - 2007
Legal Intern, Denver District Attorney's Office
2006 - 2006
Law Clerk, Fleming & Associates
Associations
2016 - Present
Metro Denver Interdisciplinary Committee on Child Custody
2008 - Present
Colorado Bar Association
Education
2008
JD - Juris Doctor
2005
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Publications
2014
2014
2013
2013
Languages
English