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About Karl
Biography
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Family
95%
44 years
Juvenile Law
3%
44 years
General Practice
2%
44 years
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Awards
2024 2023 2022
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Licenses
Licensed in Colorado for 43 years
State: Colorado
Acquired: 1982
No misconduct found
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Karl J Geil's Reviews
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Posted by Greg | September 30, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Family Law
I have been working with Karl for several years on a very complicated child custody case. He has been thorough and diligent in all details of my case. His knowledge, preparation and application of Colorado case law avoided many pitfalls and disappointment. He was straight forward, honest, and very d...
Posted by anonymous | November 10, 2017
Why are you a Lawyer?
Not very helpful for my case. Didn't seem to have any knowledge on the topic I needed advice on. Also it felt to me that he spent little to no time at all with my concerns.
Karl Geil
Replied last November 10, 2017It is hard to reply to a review by an anonymous source, especially one by a person who acknowledges he/she did not hire me. While I am sorry this person felt that I lacked knowledge in the area he/she needed assistance, it appears, from the review, that this person wanted legal assistance in a matter which was outside my usual areas of practice, and that I appropriately so informed the potential client.
Karl J Geil's Lawyer Endorsements
"I can say first hand that Attorney Karl J. Geil is a top notch family law attorney. Mr. Geil has been a formidable Denver lawyer for decades. If you need a master class family law attorney call Mr. Geil before you call elsewhere."
"I endorse this lawyer for being an advocate for clients."
"Karl fights hard for his clients and believes in them no matter what. Even when faced with difficulties, he pushes his clients' cases forward to the utmost level of professionalism and diligence. I have learned many things from Karl, including good trial practice. His expertise in the rules of evidence is impressive in court."
"I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. A brilliant, trustworthy and highly respected attorney in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Attorney who truly cares. Karl is a lawyer in the community with the knowledge, competence, compassion and ability to change his clients lives for the better. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community, I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of his clients and getting them the most favorable result possible."
"I endorse Karl. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"Mr. Geil is extremely thoughtful and thorough. His answers and information relating to divorce and domestic relations are always spot on. An excellent attorney."
"Lawyers who serve the avvo community as much as Mr. Geil are few and far between. It takes passion, concern and dedication to devote so much time. You have my endorsement and kudos."
"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
"I have seen Mr. Geil in practice just recently and he is an exceptional advocate for his clients. He knows the law and he has incredible interpersonal skills that many attorneys lack. Additionally, he is always providing excellent answers on Avvo. I would highly recommend him to any client."
"I endorse this lawyer. His answers to questions on Avvo are thoughtful and practical."
"Karl Geil thoroughly prepares his cases. He diligently represents his clients and he is exceptionally knowledgeable about the law. He is a very strong and experienced advocate. He serves his clients extremely well and comes with my hghest endorsement."
"I endorse this lawyer. While I have not worked directly with Mr. Geil, his answers at Avvo.com always get right to the heart of the issue and he offers practical and useful advice. I would not hesitate to refer people to Mr. Geil."
"Karl Geil is an outstanding advocate. His insights in the answers he posts and the assistance he offers on this website speak volumes about his experience and skill set. You would be well-served hiring Mr. Geil to handle your family law matters."
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Geil is an outstanding tattorney with an exceptional reputation. He is a strong and zealous advocate for his clients and a credit to the legal profession. I highly reccomend his legal services."
"Mr. Geil is an asset to the Avvo community. I don't practice in Colorado, and if I had a client who needed help in the state, I'd gladly supply them with Mr. Geil's contact information."
Daniel Deasy
Family lawyer
Experience
Work Experience
1992 - Present
Attorney, Karl J. Geil, P.C.
1984 - 1992
Associate, The Law Firm of Leonard M. Chesler
1981 - 1984
Law Clerk, then Associate Attorney, Vranesic, Gordon & Visciano (Later Vranesic & Visciano)
Associations
Denver Bar Association
Member
Colorado Bar Association
Member
Education
1982
University of Denver College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1979
Hamilton College
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Activity
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Should property my parents added me to be included in my sworn financial document or JDF 1111-SS?
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