Michael J Grills

Michael J Grills

5.0
Rating: 9.1

Licensed for 35 years

Personal injury Lawyer at Northglenn, CO
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Family

11152 Huron St, Suite 208, Northglenn, CO

About Michael

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Family 40%

32 years

40%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Colorado for 35 years

State: Colorado

Acquired: 1990

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Law Offices of Michael J Grills

11152 Huron St, Suite 208, Northglenn, CO, 80234

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Michael J Grills's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

23 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 4 of 4 reviews | Responsiveness

Posted by anonymous | April 01, 2014 | Divorce & Separation

The lawyer you want to represent you....

Michael Grills represented me for my divorce. As a woman who had been married for 7 years, I was quite upset when I discovered the circumstances which led to my divorce. Mr. Grills was very compassionate and reassuring as I explained my situation. When Mr. Grills explained what outcome I could expe...ct, he was right. He knew exactly how to address the fact that my husband lived in another state and did not want to provide adequate financial support. Mr. Grills was very prompt in returning phone calls and responding to emails. He was very good at explaining every part of the process. I never had enough of a backbone in dealing with my ex-husband, so I especially appreciate how Mr.Grills advocated on my behalf. Mr. Grills ensured I received the appropriate amount of financial support, which provided much needed security. I am pleased wIth the outcome of my case. I received a fair portion of the marital property, which my ex-husband had no intention of fairly dividing. I truly value Mr. Grills high standards of ethics. This was clearly demonstrated in his professional demeanor, fair billing, and practice of law. Additionally, Mr. Grills provided sound advice in moving forward in my life. I would absolutely reccomend Mr. Grills to anyone needing a lawyer. If I need a lawyer in the future, I would want to be represented by Michael Grills.

Posted by Brian | May 12, 2013 | Divorce & Separation

Trustworthy, loyal, Helpful ....

I have used Mike three times. After firing my first two divorce attorneys Mike was appointed to represent me in my divorce case. To say it was a messy divorce would be an understatement. I can't stress enough that not only did Mike handle my case excellently but more important he was always honest... and fair. When I would ask him to do something I thought was a good idea he was honest enough to tell me when I was being unreasonable or that my request might not be in the best interest of My child. Mike was always available and most important DID NOT Nickle and Dime me like most Attorneys !!!! My life was in a shamble and Mike cared enough to set me straight and advise me where my choices were taking me and had the faith in me that helped turn my life around, because of his direct and honest approach he changed the direction I was going and helped me get access to my son, Over the years Mike successfully got my parenting time increased and lowered my portion of child support. The last case he got me full custody of my son. Without Mike I would not have been able to enjoy the quality time I have had with my son for the last 6 years. I have had many Lawyers in my life, but none have compared to Mike with his knowledge and more important his dedication to his Clients, You will not regret hiring him!!

Posted by Charise | April 26, 2013 | Divorce & Separation

very good attorney

I was referred to Mr. Grills by a family friend. Going through a divorce was very difficult. At times I was questioning everything and everyone around me. Mr. Grills assured me that he would do everything he could to assure me that things would be ok and that he had my best intention at heart, whic...h he did. My divorce was very nasty and at times very tiresome and it was nice to have someone that I could turn to and trust. Calling his office and talking to Laura was always helpful as well. Anytime I had questions they were answered. Although my divorce was final in 2010 there are still some loose ends that have yet to be figured out and when you are dealing with someone who does not play fair or with a full deck (my ex) it has been very challenging. I hope to retain Mr. Grills in the near future to help tie up those loose ends. I would absolutely recommend Mr. Grills to anyone who asks me.

Posted by Elin | April 25, 2013 | Child Custody

Highly recommend Mr. Grills who is competent, trustworthy and compassionate

Mr. Grills began to represent me after the death of my daughter in a contested custody case. It was an incredibly difficult time and he stood with me and my family throughout. Not only did he do his job adequately, he excelled in many arenas. He was always easy to reach and responsive to my conce...rns. Mr. Grills strived to obtain a resolution that was expeditious and not confrontational. Having known various attorneys in my professional career, I would certainly give Mr. Grills high marks and say that he was one of the best--someone who upheld the highest standard of his profession and never slacked in any regard.

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Michael J Grills's Lawyer Endorsements

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Rebecca Pescador

Family lawyer | May 04

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. He maintained excellent professionalism, advocated strongly for his client, and also avoided undue escalation that would have wasted time and money for both parties. He was willing to explore creative options to help the clients solve the problem."

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Michael Taylor

Family lawyer | Feb 07

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Michael is a staunch advocate for his clients and keeps their best interests out front."

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Rachel Drude

Family lawyer | Nov 01

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Mike provided prompt expertise on a novel issue involving Colorado law for one of my Florida probate cases. He is dedicated and genuine. He went above and beyond what I expected."

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Vernon Ready

Personal injury lawyer | Mar 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I enthusiastically endorse Mike Grills as a skilled and knowledgeable advocate. He cares about his clients, and always looks for ways to surpass their expectations. I have been fortunate enough to see Mike's good work up close, including as opposing counsel. He understands the law and applies it in clever ways for the benefit of those he represents. On top of all that, he's a good person. Go hire him."

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Lawrence King

Family lawyer | Mar 02

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have had the pleasure of working with Mike as a mediator on several divorce and family law cases. He is a highly prepared, intelligent advocate for his clients and his "big picture" assessment has led to the parties' finding creative solutions. I regularly endorse him for parties in the North Suburban area seeking counsel in divorce matters."

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Joshua Stoll

Personal injury lawyer | Dec 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly recommend Mike Grills. He is bright, passionate litigator, and a great guy. Mike is very well respected by fellow attorneys (like myself) and judges, and can be trusted to handle every case with his customary excellence."

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Autumn Scardina

Family lawyer | Oct 14

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Mike is a strong advocate for his clients. He is well versed in domestic law and a formidable opponent."

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Roger Westlund

Family lawyer | Apr 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Michael is a vigorous advocate for his clients, with an understanding of the practical aspects of resolving difficult family law cases."

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Stephen Harkess

Child custody lawyer | Sep 28

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I met Michael as opposing counsel on a domestic matter. Michael is an excellent attorney who is more interested in solving problems than in driving up costs."

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Guy Greenstein

Personal injury lawyer | Jul 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I've known Michael for over 20 years. He's a great person and knows his stuff. Very trustworthy."

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Michael Waddington

Family lawyer | May 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Michael. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Loren Brown

Personal injury lawyer | Nov 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I view Mike as one of the leaders in our local bar association, and legal community. He is an excellent attorney, and I would not hesitate to use him if I were in need."

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Michael Zywicki

Family lawyer | Aug 30

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I met Michael as opposing counsel on a domestic matter. Michael is a rare breed in domestic practice. He actively works to settle cases fairly and quickly. Many domestic attorney's thwart the settlement process to justify their high costs under the guise of zealous advocacy. Michael is mindful of the costs and understands the importance of ensuring his clients are adequately represented. I would highly recommend him!"

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Maureen O'Brien

Family lawyer | May 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Michael Grills since law school 23 years ago. He was a hard worker then, and continues to be a hard worker for his clients now. He is well respected in the legal community and does excellent work for his clients. I have no hesitation recommending him for you legal needs."

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Michael Taylor

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Lawrence King

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Roger Westlund

Family lawyer

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Vernon Ready

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Loren Brown

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Michael Zywicki

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Experience

Rating:  9.1 (Superb)

Honors

2016

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2013

Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

1995 - Present

Owner, Law Office of Michael Grills

Associations

1997 - Present

Adams/Broomfield Bar Association

Member

1990 - Present

Colorado Bar Association

1990 - 1997

Boulder County Bar Association

Sample of Legal Cases

In re Parental Responsibilities of M.D.E., 12 CA2482(Colo.App. 2013).

Ruling in favor of father (Michael's client)

Williams v. State Dept. of Highways, 879 P.2d. 490 (Colo.App. 1994).

Ruling in favor of Michael's client

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Education

1990

University of Colorado School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

Publications

1999

Boulder County Bar Association Newsletter From Custody to Parental Responsibility: An overview ofthe Changing Face of Child Custody Law in Colorado

1990

University of Colorado Law Review “Expert Testimony on Rape Trauma Syndrome in Colorado: Broadening Admissibility to Address the Question of Consent in Sexual Assault Prosecutions”

Languages

English

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