Travis Shane Whitson

Travis Shane Whitson

also known as Founder and Owner of Whitson Family Law

5.0
Rating: 9.5

Licensed for 15 years

Family Lawyer at Lakewood, CO
Practice Areas: Family, Child Custody, Divorce & Separation ... +2 more

13701 W Jewell Ave Ste 251, Lakewood, CO

About Travis

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Family 35%

15 years

35%
Child Custody 30%

15 years

30%
Child Support 10%

15 years

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Colorado for 15 years

State: Colorado

Acquired: 2011

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Whitson Family Law

13701 W Jewell Ave Ste 251, Lakewood, CO, 80228

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Travis Shane Whitson's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

53 Client Reviews

Showing 6 - 10 of 14 reviews | Case Results

Posted by Danielle | April 30, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

MOST EFFECTIVE LAWYER IN COLORADO

Travis is, by far, the most effective lawyer in Colorado. He was able to effectively negotiate an agreement after 7 years of a complicated custody/child support case. We truly feel like he was trying to help us get to the best resolution for our CHILD, which is easy to lose sight of when there are a ...lot of emotions involved. He is straightforward and focused in every phone call, email, and hearing. We really appreciate his honest answers to our questions and interpretations of all the legal language that comes along with family court. SO grateful for Travis and his expertise! He is truly the best family court attorney around!

Posted by Nicole | January 03, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

An effective attorney you want on your side.

Travis represented me on a parental allocation case recently. He was very effective, knowledgeable and focused. He was able to get me the outcome I wanted. Travis and Nette worked so hard making a uncomfortable process so much more easier for me. First time hiring an attorney for anything and I highl...y recommend!

Posted by Kevin | October 28, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Compassionate, knowledgeable, and professional

I'm glad I hired Travis to represent me in a divorce. He was always understanding and respectful with all parties involved. He constantly checked in with me to make sure he was representing me to resolve the divorce in the way I wanted. He takes pride in listening to his clients’ needs and wants, and... advocates diligently to meet them. He always quickly responded to my panicked emails or phone calls when I didn’t understand what was happening. He worked hard to get a resolution that I can live with and I'm grateful I had him to help me through the process. I trust Travis without reservation and I highly recommend him.

Posted by anonymous | May 16, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Jo

I hired travis as my attorney for a child custody case back in 2015. He was amazing he answered all my questions an did exactly what I wanted him to do keeping in mind my son an not letting me get so upset about stuff. He was very honest and the other things he said would be true are very much true h...ere 4 years later. I would hire him over anyone again if I needed to.

Posted by Kelly | October 03, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

SIMPLY THE BEST - LOOK NO FURTHER

Travis represented me in a contested divorce. I was very impressed with his professionalism, knowledge, and being able to see the "big picture". At my free consultation he made sure I was well aware of how long this process could take, the cost, and possible not the outcome I was looking for. But, I... ALWAYS felt that Travis was by my side. He exceeded all my expectations and won my case with an outcome I didn't think was possible. His para legal Kelly, is absolutely amazing!! What a team.

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Travis Shane Whitson's Lawyer Endorsements

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Theodore Finn

Family lawyer | Jan 27

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Travis is a thoughtful and responsive professional in all aspects of his practice. While we were on opposite sides of a case I was able to note he worked diligently to protect his client's interests without being unreasonable. We were able to exchange numerous offers directly without the need of a mediator and were able to effectively resolve our matter in a timely and cost-efficient manner. Consummate professional."

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Dallas Norton

Family lawyer | Aug 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Happy clients, peers respect and like him."

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Leah Iknayan

Unknown lawyer | Nov 30

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Travis is a passionate attorney who I have had the pleasure of knowing for years. He is dedicated, and he clearly cares about the needs of his clients."

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Jennifer Lewis

Unknown lawyer | Nov 30

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Whitson is a compassionate and skilled family law attorney. Mr. Whitson is a dedicated advocate for abused and neglected children."

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Christina Cook

Unknown lawyer | Nov 30

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"It is clear that Travis is doing what he loves to do in his legal practice and that dedication and passion shines through his work."

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Nicole Linne

Unknown lawyer | Nov 30

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Very professional attorney who knows his business. I've seen him work miracles on some very difficult cases."

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William Montgomery

Unknown lawyer | Nov 30

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Travis has an exception ability to diagnose issues involved in all types of family law matters, discuss and find appropriate solutions for his clients. He really goes the extra mile to insure clients are properly represented and receive the best possible outcome for their case."

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Deborah Bowinski

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jan 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Travis is knowledgeable, compassionate, and effective in his work. He consistently obtains favorable outcomes for his clients."

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Lea Giarrusso

Family lawyer | Dec 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I know Travis to be a good lawyer as well as a good and honest man. Professional in every way as well as warm, responsive and emotionally connected."

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Vinod Iyer

Unknown lawyer | Feb 08

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I was Travis' supervisor while we were doing independent contract review. Travis had a keen eye for analysis and picked up the system quickly. Based on my many conversations with him, Travis is extremely compassionate and passionate about helping children."

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Rebecca Gumaer

Family lawyer | Dec 13

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  9.5 (Superb)

Honors

2000

Boettcher Scholar, Boettcher Foundation

N/A

National Merit Scholar, National Merit Scholarship Corporation

Work Experience

2024 - Present

Founder and Owner, Whitson Family Law

2013 - 2023

Associate, Montgomery Law Offices

2011 - 2023

Counsel, Private Practice

2010 - 2011

Legal Analysit, Clayton

2009 - 2010

Legal Analysit, Promontory Financial

Associations

2011 - Present

Colorado Bar Association

Member

2011 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

2011 - Present

Colorado Bar Association, Family Law Section

Member

2011 - Present

Colorado Bar Association, Young Lawyers Division

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

In the Matter of: Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. Sioux Falls, South Dakota - AA-EC-11-19

Direct Compensation for Victims, Settlement

In the Matter of: ONEWEST BANK, FSB, Pasadena, California - OTS Docket No. 18129 - Order No.: WN-11-011

Compensation for Victims

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Education

2008

University of Denver Sturm College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2004

Colorado College

BA - Psychology

2004

Colorado College

BA - Philosophy

Speaking Engagements

2021

Annual Family Law Institute

Annual Family Law Institute

2021

Annual Advanced Family Law Conference

Annual Advanced Family Law Conference

2020

Family Law: Practicing in a Pandemic

Family Law: Practicing in a Pandemic

2020

Family Law Skills

Family Law Skills

2020

Family Law Basic Skills

Family Law Basic Skills

2020

Family Law - Kids and the Courts in Colorado

Family Law - Kids and the Courts in Colorado

2013

Advanced Communications Guest Speaker

Legal Profession and Representation

2012

Yearly Basics Team Conference

Leadership and Networking

Publications

2008

University of Denver Sports and Entertainment Law Jounrnal Staff Editor for all Publications

2007

University of Denver Sports and Entertainment Law Jounrnal Staff Editor for all Publications

2006

University of Denver Sports and Entertainment Law Jounrnal Staff Editor for all Publications

Languages

English

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