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Heather Landauer is a Partner at GEM Family Law. Heather is an experienced attorney, having practiced almost exclusively in family law since her admission to the Colorado State Bar in 2013.
Heather is creative and insightful, assisting her clients to identify their goals such that she begins working with them on a strategy to achieve their desired outcome at the outset of her representation of them. Heather encourages her clients to keep the “big picture” in mind, and to reduce the impact of emotions during their family law proceedings, in order to help them maintain focus and direction. She is compassionate, as she understands family law matters can be fraught with anger, frustration, and fear. Heather is patient with her clients while directing them to take action that will help them make the best decisions for their case and achieve their best results.
Heather is an experienced litigator who has tried hundreds of cases and is skilled in bringing matters before the Judge. However, she also recognizes the benefits of settlement, which is, quite often, the better option. The facts of each case, as well as the client’s goals, will determine which route to take, and Heather provides her family law clients with strategic advice every step of the way.
Heather has authored numerous publications, to include publications on lawyer ethics. Heather supports the community through pro bono services with Metro Volunteer Lawyer’s Family Law Unbundled Program, providing legal advice with LawLine 9, and promotes animal adoption through her foster work with 4 Paws 4 Life.
Heather received her Juris Doctor from the University of Denver Sturm College of Law and, during law school, was a judicial intern for the Honorable Judge Jack Berryhill in the 1st Judicial District. Heather additionally demonstrated her commitment to children’s issues as a certified student attorney through the University of Denver Child Advocacy Practicum and the Rocky Mountain Children’s Law Center. Also during law school, Heather interned with Metro Volunteer Lawyers, assisting clients in the Family Law Court Program, where she first developed her commitment to family law.
In addition to representing clients in Domestic Relations matters, Heather is also a trained Parenting Coordinator/Decision-Maker and Child and Family Investigator.
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Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Child Custody
25%
Child Support
25%
Divorce and Separation
25%
Family
25%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 150-350 per hour
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Licenses
Licensed in Colorado for 12 years
State: Colorado
Acquired: 2013
No misconduct found
Location
Gebhardt Emerson Moodie Bonanno LLC
650 South Cherry Street, Suite 500, Denver, CO, 80246
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Online Presence
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Heather M. Coleman's Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | September 27, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Attorney in Divorce with Minkr Child
Heather knew I was willing to fight the long fight in seeking the solution needed for my child's best interest and safety in my divorce case. I appreciate her knowledge-base, resources, and communication. She's not here to coddle you, but she will get you results.
Posted by Jason | June 14, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Divorce and Amendments to Divorce 1 year later
Heather was absolutely amazing through my initial divorce process and I re-hired her about a year later to assist with changes and amendments to parenting plan. Heather is always very timely with communication and explainations, stays realistic and level-headed with expectations of outcomes, and doe...
Posted by Aldo | December 12, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Great communication and highly professional - Divorce
Heather did a wonderful job during the entire process of my divorce. I appreciated her quick responses, effective communication, fairness in billing and overall high-degree of professionalism. As emotionally difficult and draining that my divorce was on me, I truly appreciated that the legal portion ...
Posted by Adam | February 06, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Family
Allocation of parental rights
I had the pleasure to work with Heather for about 4 months. I had to find an attorney quick, and randomly came across modern family law. They set me up with Heather, and I had no idea who she was nor did I have time to look at her reviews. I was a little on edge not knowing her or having any recommen...
Posted by Paul | July 04, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Family
Awesome
Well she helped make my daughter safe she is not only a great lawyer she is a great person and that is not a easy combination to find she was very up front with what she thought could or could not happen always was responsive even on weekends and nights my work schedule made this nice for me which I'...
Heather M. Coleman's Lawyer Endorsements
"Heather is a smart and hardworking attorney who uses collaborative approaches in order to settle for advantageous outcomes for her clients but isn't afraid to take a case to trial, if it would better serve her clients. She is both empathetic but sets reasonable expectations that allow for positive outcomes in settlement and court. I highly endorse this attorney,"
"Heather is a smart, compassionate and capable attorney who can handle any family law matter presented to her. I am fortunate to work with Heather."
"Heather is a smart and hard working family law attorney. She is reasonable as well, meaning you won't be in court unnecessarily. However, she is always ready for the courtroom as well. She is a dedicated and knowledgable family law attorney and I highly recommend her."
"Heather is a passionate, hard-working attorney who fights for her clients while always maintaining her integrity. I am proud to know and endorse her."
"I endorse this lawyer. Heather has an amazing ability to be compassionate with her clients, yet still be a zealous advocate in the courtroom."
"Heather always goes above and beyond for her clients. She is an excellent attorney and advocate. I endorse this lawyer."
"Heather is an excellent attorney who strives for the best outcome for her clients. She is knowledgeable of the law as well as the practical impact Family Law Cases have on her client."
"I endorse this attorney. Heather is a bright individual who represents her clients with compassion, skill, and integrity."
"I endorse this lawyer. Heather is a thoughtful attorney who represents her clients well and zealously fighting for a great outcome in their case, with positive outcome to show for it."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Heather is a competent and very experienced attorney who protects her clients rights and interests."
"I endorse this lawyer. Heather is a caring and compassionate attorney who zealously advocated for her clients wishes."
"Heather has a special talent for family law. I've enjoyed working with her as a fellow colleague. She is compassionate, intelligent, and dedicated to her clients. Highly recommended."
"I endorse this lawyer. Heather compassionately guides her clients to achieve the resolution they seek."
"I endorse this lawyer. Heather is a zealous advocate who works well with experts in the community to achieve great outcomes for her clients."
"I endorse Heather. She is a bright and knowledgeable and is a compassionate and aggressive advocate for her clients."
"I endorse Heather Coleman. She is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community. She works extremely hard on all of her matters to achieve the best result and has the knowledge, experience and integrity to succeed."
"Heather is dedicated to her clients, committed to doing the research and work necessary to advocate on their behalf, and willing to negotiate or fight for them to help them achieve a positive outcome in their case. I'd encourage anyone to meet with her to see if she could help with their case."
"I've had the privilege of knowing Heather for several years and witnessing the passion and dedication she puts into her work. She is an intelligent, driven, and compassionate lawyer which makes her an excellent advocate for her clients. I endorse this attorney without hesitation."
"I endorse this lawyer. She is an excellent, smart and effective lawyer."
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Experience
Honors
2025
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2024
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2023
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2022
Ones to Watch, Best Lawyers
2022
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2021
Ones to Watch, Best Lawyers
2017
Top 10 Family Law Attorneys Under 40 in Colorado, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys
2017
Nominated as one of the "10 Best Attorneys" for Colorado, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2016
Rated "Superb", Avvo
Work Experience
2020 - Present
Senior Associate Attorney, Gebhardt Emerson Moodie Bonanno, LLC
2015 - Present
Lawline 9 Volunteer, Denver Bar Association
2018 - 2020
Associate Attorney, Marquez Law
2016 - 2018
Associate Attorney, Modern Family Law
2015 - 2016
Associate Attorney, Cordell and Cordell
2014 - 2015
Associate Attorney, Lubchenco, Kendrick, and Baldridge, LLP
2014 - 2014
Judicial Fellow, 2nd Judicial District
Associations
2014 - Present
Colorado Bar Association, Family Law SectionMember
2013 - Present
Denver Bar AssociationMember
2013 - Present
Colorado Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
DOM Matter
Client requested and court granted equal parenting time.
APR Matter
Successfully defeated relocation request.
Education
2013
University of Denver Sturm College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2010
University of Colorado - Boulder
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2010
University of Colorado - Boulder
Peace and Conflict Studies Certification
Speaking Engagements
2012
Colorado Bar Association 5 Minute Mentor Series
Giving Legal Advice to Non-Clients - How Far is Too Far?
Publications
2022
The Docket: Denver Bar Association
10 Questions with Heather Landauer
2017
Soundcloud
School Choice Podcast
2017
Soundcloud
Parenting Time Experts Podcast
2017
You Tube
Divorce on a Budget
2017
You Tube
Modifying Child Support
2016
Johnson Marquez Legal Group
The Benefits of Divorce Settlement
2016
Johnson Marquez Legal Group
Divorce Attorney Vs. Mediator
2015
The Colorado Lawyer
Review of Legal Resources: Time and Workplace Management for Lawyers
2015
The Docket: Denver Bar Association
Experiential Learning: A Growing Trend in Legal Education
2012
Metro Volunteer Lawyers
Experiences in the World of Domestic Law
2012
Colorado Bar Association
Video: Giving Legal Advice to Non-Clients - How Far is Too Far?
2012
The Docket: Denver Bar Association
Giving Legal Advice to Non-Clients - How Far is Too Far?
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
My children's father has relapsed, what are my options to keep them safe?
28 Apr 2015
Q&A
Does the capital gain from selling a house change child support?
14 Apr 2015
Q&A
My daughter left her husband in November. We have paid more than 16,000 to a lawyer we are NO WHERE!
15 Apr 2015