Award name	Grantor	Date granted
Top 10 Attorneys	National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys	2019
25 Best Divorce Lawyers in Denver	Expertise	2016
Best of 2016	Thumbtack	2016
Rising Star	Super Lawyers	2010
Rising Star	Super Lawyers	2009

Work Experience

Title	Company name	Duration
Partner attorney	Litvak Litvak Mehrtens & Epstein, PC	1999 - 2014

Associations

Association name	Position name	Duration
Denver Bar Association	Member	1999 - Present
Colorado Bar Association	Member	1999 - Present
Colorado Bar Association, Family Law Section	Member	1999 - Present
American Bar Association	Member	1999 - Present
Association of Trial Lawyers of America	Member	1999 - Present

Publications

Publication name	Title	Date
People's Law School, Colorado Free University	Basic Family Law	2008
Advanced Family Law Practice for Paralegals	Complex Financial Matters	2007
Advanced Family Law Practice for Paralegals	Preparing Financial Statements Quickly and Effectively	2006
Lawyers Public Information Foundation	Palimony and Common Law Marriages	2004
The Colorado Lawyer	Parental Rights and Responsibilities of Grandparents and Third Parties	2001

CBA Family Law Conference Outline	Double-Dipping and Excess Earnings	1999
Annual Survey of Colorado Law	Family Law	1999

Education

School name	Degree	Graduated
University of Denver College of Law	JD - Juris Doctor	1998
University of Northern Colorado	BA - Bachelor of Arts	1994

Speaking Engagements

Conference name	Title	Date
Lecture	Obtaining and Evaluating Financial Information	2006
Lecture	Mediation, Arbitration, Special Masters: Taking It to the Next Level	2004
Lecture	Palimony and Common Law Marriages	2004
Lecture	Family Law Update	2000

Reviews

(7)

5 Star		86%
4 Star		0%
3 Star		0%
2 Star		0%
1 Star		14%

Review Michael Switzer

7 years of exceptional service

Posted by anonymous
Tue Apr 26 2016

I've been a client of Mike's for years. He is one of Colorado's top Attorneys. He has an exceptional knowledge of the law and is extremely well spoken and well versed. I appreciate his attention to detail and truly believe he has a vested interested in you personally as a client. Angelica is also a definite asset. If you want your ex-spouse to be nervous, hire Mike. My ex went through four Attorneys to try and handle him. I highly recommend him to anyone who wants to win!

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Hired attorney

You are the best Mr. Michael.

Posted by Feras Derany
Wed Oct 05 2016

Mr. Michael answered my question and gave me direct and straight forward consultation, he also replied to my comments and private question to him.. i am really so thankful and appreciative to his work ethics and values... and i would diffidently use his services and recommend him..

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Consulted attorney

Total confidence

Posted by Aaron
Mon Jun 13 2016

Michael Switzer took over my child support reduction case at the last hour. We had two weeks before the hearing and He and his team performed at the highest level. I wanted an attorney with a winners attitude and that's what I got with the Switzer Law Firm.

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Hired attorney

“You may have to fight a battle more than once to win it.” – Margaret

Posted by Eugene P. Reilly
Sat May 28 2016

Mr. Switzer has help me in a very exhausting legal problem for a number of years. He and his paralegal have been by my side throughout this issue working tirelessly, and all the while encouraging me and handling the legal details. I cannot say too many good things about this team. But if you are in a fight....these are the people you want in your corner!

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Hired attorney

Knowledgeable and Well Prepared

Posted by Scott
Fri May 06 2016

Mike has been representing me in a very high conflict case for three years now. First, during my divorce and now through a battle over parenting time and parental rights. He's kept on top of everything. Nothing has ever been filed late with the court and he's always made sure that my end of the work has been completed on time as well. Mike has a very easy manner in the courtroom, but knows when and how to become more aggressive if the situation requires it. Personally, I prefer "aggressive Mike", but it's best to just step back and trust him to approach the issues as he sees best. Additionally, he has always researched issues thoroughly, been well prepared, and I have never seen him caught off guard. Actually, seeing him so well prepared that he's rendered opposing counsel unable to provide intelligent responses is enough reason alone to recommend his services. Mike has always been extremely professional, straight forward, and supportive throughout the entire process. While encouraged to remain hopeful during these difficult times, I've never been fed false expectations and this has been very important to me. Last, and most importantly, Mike firmly believes in sticking to the high road. Even in the midst of many underhanded things being done to me, he insisted that I remain level headed, continue to approach the issues without sinking to the opposition's level, and to always keep my focus on my little boy rather than allowing myself to be pulled into separate conflicts being created to distract from the true issues. Not only can you put your faith in Mike to work extremely hard for you, but you'll also be able to look at yourself in the mirror everyday while you employ his services.

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Hired attorney

Highly Recommend and Refer this Attorney - Family Law - Grandparent Rights

Posted by Janis
Thu May 05 2016

Without hesitation, Mr. Switzer was professional, personable, effective and efficient in a family legal matter concerning grandparent rights. Mr. Switzer was a calming and rational influence during the entire case and together we pursued what was in the child's best interest. He kept me apprised of all phases and scheduled response times. Mr. Switzer always listened to my concerns and was fair and honest with potential outcomes. I felt we worked as a team. Because of his in-depth knowledge and expertise in family law, I was provided grandparent visitations and I now spend family time with my granddaughter without conflict. I'm thankful and grateful to have had Mr. Switzer as my attorney.

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Hired attorney

All talk and no action

Posted by anonymous
Sat Feb 06 2016

I interviewed several attorneys regarding my divorce - most offered a free initial consultation. After speaking with Michael Switzer I felt he was the one. He listened keenly to the details of my marriage and the issues of the divorce (money) and offered several notions that seemed to enhance my position. I believed he was willing and able to aggressively argue on my behalf so I hired him. Unfortunately his representation was far from what I was lead to believe. His aggressive counsel quickly evaporated and was replaced with vague explanations of the law and the process. He made promises that never happened and I felt less and less in control of my financial destiny. My stress level went through the roof as my wife stole property and money from me and asked for a settlement that was 50% higher than the worst case scenario that Mr. Switzer calculated. And as these events happened Michael Switzer kept telling me to, "Hang in there - this will all pass". I have never hired an attorney before and never had any legal trouble so I confess I didn't know what to expect - yet as I relayed the events of my divorce to friends and family they all - each and every one of them - suggested I should get another attorney - and I sure wish I had. My divorce is now over and it cost me tons of money. I never got back the property or money my wife stole and if I had read a review like this before hiring Michael Switzer I would have appreciated the insight.

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Michael Switzer's response: Dear Sir: I am sorry you were dissatisfied with the results in your case. As I recall, things happened as your case was progressing that caused the costs and strategy to change. I am quite sure you did not settle for 50% more than your "worst case" scenario! Regardless, I truly enjoyed getting to know you and wish you the best.

Attorney endorsements

(8)

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Kaitlyn Wright, Family Attorney on Feb 20, 2018
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

Very competent attorney and a pleasure to work with.

Adam Moore, Family Attorney on Oct 20, 2017
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

Michael is one of the most professional attorneys I've ever worked with. He zealously advocated for his client as an opposing counsel is a very contentious and emotional case, while not allowing that zealousness to slip into the kind of unproductive behavior that sadly often characterizes such cases. I endorse Michael.

William King, Family Attorney on Aug 21, 2017
Relationship: Worked for lawyer

I clerked for Mike while we were at the same firm together. Mike is passionate about what he does and has a great deal of experience with Colorado's courts and all areas of family law. Mike genuinely cares about his clients, and he makes a terrific advocate for those needing an insightful and intrepid attorney. I endorse this lawyer without hesitation.

Timothy Mehrtens, Family Attorney on Jul 19, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer. Mike is an exceptional lawyer with whom I worked for many years. He now has his own firm and I would recommend him to any client. Mike is skilled, ethical and smart, The kind of person you want handling a family law case.

Ronald Litvak, Family Attorney on May 19, 2016
Relationship: Supervised lawyer

Mike has all the tools to help parties needing a divorce: compassion, great analytical skill, excellent advocacy, and plain old common sense. Mike worked in my law firm for more than a dozen years and then needed to follow his dream of hanging his own shingle. As with everything Mike does, he approached this discussion with me with honesty and integrity. I've been able to observe Mike's work on cases since leaving the law firm, and he continues to provide very high quality service at an excellent value to his clients.

Marie Drake, Family Attorney on May 9, 2016
Relationship: Worked for lawyer

I strongly recommend Mike Switzer in the area of family law. Mike and I worked together for approximately seven years and his knowledge of the law, straightforward manner and ability to find solutions for his clients is something I admired and still admire. I highly recommend Mike.

Chris Matz, Family Attorney on Apr 19, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer wholeheartedly.

Kenneth Buechler, Divorce and separation Attorney on Apr 19, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Mike is an excellent family law attorney. I've know Mike since law school. He is effective with his representation of his clients while understanding the difficulty that all people face going through a divorce.

Kaitlyn Wright
Adam Moore
William King
Timothy Mehrtens
Paula Smith
Ronald Litvak
Kenneth Buechler
Chris Matz

Cost

RATES

Hourly Rates$300-$350/hour

PAYMENT METHODS

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