Patricia A. Riley

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Patricia A. Riley

4.5
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 33 years

Alimony Lawyer at Denver, CO
Practice Areas: Alimony, Child Custody, Child Support ... +2 more

1720 S. Bellaire Street, Suite 1010, Denver, CO

About Patricia

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Alimony 20%

Including Spousal Support and Maintenance cases

35 years

20%
Child Custody 20%

35 years

20%
Child Support 20%

35 years

20%
Divorce and Separation 20%

35 years

20%
Family 20%

35 years

20%

Fees and Rates

We have not found any cost information for this lawyer

Licenses

Licensed in Colorado for 17 years

State: Colorado

Acquired: 2009

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in California for 32 years

State: California

Acquired: 1993

Inactive

No misconduct found

Licensed in Texas for 33 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 1992

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

The W Law

1720 S. Bellaire Street, Suite 1010, Denver, CO, 80222

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The W Law

357 McCaslin Blvd, Suite 200, Louisville, CO, 80027

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Online Presence

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Patricia A. Riley's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.5 /5.0

14 Client Reviews

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Posted by Liz | June 06, 2017 | Divorce & Separation

Fast, efficient, smart and fair

I have know Patricia for many years, and I she is one of the best. Highly competent, smart, reasonable and will not take a course of action that will harm your kids. She is a mother of four, and understands how to deal reasonably with all kids issues. She is not however, afraid to stand up for you...r kids in the event it is required. She is also well versed on all things financial, and can help you navigate the sometimes rough waters of divorce. I highly recommend her.

Posted by Jessica | February 15, 2017 | Family

The best!

I've worked with Patricia on multiple cases. While we both always tenacious in the representation of our respective clients, I've never once thought she was unethical, unfair, or anything less than an admirable, effective opponent. Any Colorado family struggling with complex litigation involving abus...e allegations or financial misconduct can trust Patricia to do a terrific job. If more lawyers were like her, our society would be so much better off.

Posted by anonymous | February 05, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

She gets it

When dealing with a narcissistic personality in a divorce and child custody case it is important that you have an attorney who gets it. Patricia does. She didn't feed into any of my ex's games to increase my legal fees and she made sure that he was held accountable for his actions. My case was long a...nd difficult, with many different factors that complicated matters, but in the end she made sure that the courts saw the truth of where the problem resided. She did a great job and I would absolutely recommend her.

Posted by Janet | October 19, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Tough and knows her stuff!

Ms. Riley knows her stuff and is tough! I would recommend her for divorce and child custody. I have always felt bullied by opposing counsel(s) but Ms. Riley handled all situations in a professional yet tough manner and doesn't back down! I have recommended others to her!

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Patricia A. Riley's Lawyer Endorsements

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Michael Taylor

Family lawyer | Apr 03

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Patricia is a wonderful advocate that knows the law, practices with integrity, and is always there for her clients. I endorse this lawyer."

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Jessica Peck

Divorce and separation lawyer | Mar 23

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"How refreshing! A lawyer who actually understands the virtues of respect and honesty when negotiating the most important aspects of people's lives: their children, their homes, and their financial future. It would be a mistake to confuse her niceness with a lack of tenacity. She is tough, fair and ethical. The best."

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Eric Wollard

Family lawyer | Aug 05

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I wholeheartedly endorse Patricia Riley. Patricia has a knack for quickly identifying the key issues in a case and skillfully, efficiently and zealously advocating for her client's best interests. Patricia's ability to keep everyone focused on the important issues quickly brings cases to a close either through prompt settlement or effective and precise litigation."

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Michael Taylor

Family lawyer

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Eric Wollard

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2016

Top 100 Lawyers, The National Advocates

2015

Top 100 Lawyers, The National Advocates

Work Experience

2021 - Present

Partner, The W Law

2010 - 2021

Founder, Patricia A. Riley, LLC

2000 - 2010

Partner, Jordaan & Riley, PLLC

1995 - 2000

Attorney and Investment Consultant, Patricia A. Riley, PC

1994 - 1995

Assistant General Counsel, DH Blair Investment Banking Corporation

Associations

2018 - 2021

Boulder County Bar Association

Board Member

2016 - 2021

Boulder County Interdisciplinary Committee

Board Member

2013 - 2022

Association of Family and Conciliation Courts (Colorado chapter)

Member

2011 - 2022

Boulder County Interdisciplinary Committee

Member

2010 - 2016

Colorado Bar Association, Family Law Section

Member

2010 - 2022

Boulder County Bar Association

Member

Education

1991

Southern Methodist University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1991

Dedman Graduate School of Business

MBA - Master of Business Administration

1987

University of Texas

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

1991

Dallas Entertainment Law Section

Drafting Publishing Contracts to Protect Authors

Publications

1991

The Florida Bar Journal Rule 11 - A 1991 Perspective

Languages

English

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