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State Years Colorado - CO 18 years Georgia - GA 37 years Florida - FL 38 years -
Licensed for 18 yearsState COAcquired 2005StatusActive No misconduct found
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Licensed for 37 yearsState GAAcquired 1986StatusResigned Membership No misconduct found
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Licensed for 38 yearsState FLAcquired 1984StatusInactive No misconduct found
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Amazing Attorney driven by integrity
I was a client of Mr. Frank DeVincent's as I was going through a complicated divorce case that involved a relinquishment request from my previous husband of our daughter. After my daughter and I were abandoned by my previous husband, I knew I needed to find one of the best attorneys in the country to secure our safety. Mr. DeVincent, established as one of the 'Super Lawyers' and top 5% attorneys in the state of CO for numerous consecutive years, was recommended to me by another Attorney in California. I immediately felt safe and confident after my initial conversation with Mr. DeVincent. He set aside an hour to speak with me and he compassionately listened to my story and answered all my questions. I spent the next year and 10 months working with him. There was not one occasion while working with him where I felt he was on a time constraint and there was always open communication from him and his amazing associate, Kimberly Heffner. The case became very complicated with the Relinquishment of my ex-husband to our daughter, and Mr. DeVincent did not hesitate to consult necessary resources to strengthen and secure my position. The outcome was successful. My daughter and my future are now secured and I truly feel as though Mr. DeVincent has saved both our lives as this could not have been accomplished without the qualities and professionalism Mr. DeVincent has to offer in his practice.
I was amazed in my experience of working with him by his integrity, honesty, professionalism, friendliness, compassion, and support. He was worth every dollar spent and I appreciated the fact that he worked to obtain the outcome as quickly and efficiently as possible.
I highly recommend Mr. Frank DeVincent for anyone looking for a high quality Attorney who is driven by integrity. I find it difficult to put into words just how grateful I am for all his work as I feel it could never be enough.
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Lynsey
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There is simply no one better
Frank DeVincent knows the law inside and out and helped me with my divorce with more competence and assuredness than any lawyer I have ever seen in any capacity.
I have been fortunate enough to become very successful in my life and I was worried that I would not find an attorney who understood the details of my business. Frank not only understood my books and my taxes, but even taught me a few things as well! I cannot imagine why any high-asset individual would use anyone else to get through a difficult divorce.
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fixeeg
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Frank A. DeVincent -Â has specialized in litigation, complex/high asset family law cases, and tax strategies for over three is licensed in Colorado, Georgia, and Florida.
Mr. DeVincent is listed as one of the Best Lawyers in America. He and his firm have been named one of the Best Lawyers and Law Firms in America by US News and World Report. He has been continually named as a Super Lawyer, in Super Lawyers Magazine and 5280 Magazine,  for 15 consecutive years. He is one of the few Lawyers in the country who has been named as a Super Lawyer, in more than one state. He is the former Chair of the Boulder County Bar Association Family Law Section. He is currently on the Colorado Bar Association Judicial Liason Committe. He is AV rated as a preeminent Lawyer (the highest rating possible) in Martindale-Hubble, and is a Fellow in the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers- Colorado Chapter.
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Mr. DeVincent received his undergraduate degree in Business Administration from West Virginia University, his Master’s Degree in Business Administration and Industrial Relations, Cum Laude, from West Virginia University, and his Juris Doctorate Degree from Michigan’s Thomas Cooley Law School.
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 Mr. DeVincent has published many articles on family law and tax law, and has lectured nationally on those issues.
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His family law practice includes matters of legal separation and divorce, mediation and arbitration, pre and postnuptial / marital agreements, modifications, maintenance, and child custody.
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16 customer reviews
Posted by Lynsey
| July 23, 2016
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| Hired Attorney
Amazing Attorney driven by integrity
I was a client of Mr. Frank DeVincent's as I was going through a complicated divorce case that involved a relinquishment request from my previous husband of our daughter. After my daughter and I were abandoned by my previous husband, I knew I needed to find one of the best attorneys in the country to secure our safety. Mr. DeVincent, established as one of the 'Super Lawyers' and top 5% attorneys in the state of CO for numerous consecutive years, was recommended to me by another Attorney in California. I immediately felt safe and confident after my initial conversation with Mr. DeVincent. He set aside an hour to speak with me and he compassionately listened to my story and answered all my questions. I spent the next year and 10 months working with him. There was not one occasion while working with him where I felt he was on a time constraint and there was always open communication from him and his amazing associate, Kimberly Heffner. The case became very complicated with the Relinquishment of my ex-husband to our daughter, and Mr. DeVincent did not hesitate to consult necessary resources to strengthen and secure my position. The outcome was successful. My daughter and my future are now secured and I truly feel as though Mr. DeVincent has saved both our lives as this could not have been accomplished without the qualities and professionalism Mr. DeVincent has to offer in his practice.
I was amazed in my experience of working with him by his integrity, honesty, professionalism, friendliness, compassion, and support. He was worth every dollar spent and I appreciated the fact that he worked to obtain the outcome as quickly and efficiently as possible.
I highly recommend Mr. Frank DeVincent for anyone looking for a high quality Attorney who is driven by integrity. I find it difficult to put into words just how grateful I am for all his work as I feel it could never be enough.
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Posted by fixeeg
| May 7, 2016
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There is simply no one better
Frank DeVincent knows the law inside and out and helped me with my divorce with more competence and assuredness than any lawyer I have ever seen in any capacity.
I have been fortunate enough to become very successful in my life and I was worried that I would not find an attorney who understood the details of my business. Frank not only understood my books and my taxes, but even taught me a few things as well! I cannot imagine why any high-asset individual would use anyone else to get through a difficult divorce.
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Posted by Scott
| May 20, 2015
Top Notch
Frank took over my divorce case after previous lawyers seriously dropped the ball. His level of professionalism, attention to detail, and knowledge of my case were outstanding. I would recommend Frank to anyone who wants to win their divorce case. In addition to his strong legal skills, Frank is very personable and friendly.
Posted by anonymous
| March 9, 2015
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
| Consulted Attorney
Initial Conversation About Possible Consultation
Retaining an attorney is a precaution on my part because my husband and I have not reached a decision about a divorce.
DeVincent's associate called me and asked several questions to prepare for consultation. She clearly spelled out the cost and length of a consult. Once we've reached a decision, I will definitely call DeVincent and schedule an appointment.
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Posted by anonymous
| January 30, 2015
Excellent Attorney
I secured Frank's services after he was highly recommended by a friend / legal professional in Denver, and I could not be happier with my decision. Frank is incredibly strategic and straight-forward, which in my mind are two of the most important traits that you need in your partner for legal matters. His sound and thoughtful advice have been spot-on in our last 6-months of working together, and he has helped me navigate through meditation, litigation and ultimately a successful settlement. I cannot recommend Frank enough!
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Posted by Jonathan
| January 28, 2015
Smart, Pragmatic and Tough
Frank has been assisting me in post-divorce matters with regard to disputes stemming from an MOU that I now understand to be open for multiple interpretations. Frank has been responsive at all times and has been an incredibly strong strategic thought-partner throughout this process, and has successfully led the way for my legal team with regard to negotiations and mediation efforts. I am happy to make myself available for any reference calls to provide more information around how Frank assisted me specifically (my contact information can be obtained from Frank directly). If you are contemplating divorce, or need representation in CO, I cannot endorse Frank enough.
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Posted by anonymous
| October 7, 2013
Simply the best and the smartest!
No one wants a divorce. But if you have to go through one, I would highly recommend Frank for the best bet for your money. He is shrewd, effective, extremely experienced, honest and trust-worthy. In my case, I came to Frank when my case reached a point of stagnation. I wondered why my case which in most attorneys' view should have been relatively simple could wind up dragging for so long and costing me so much (and achieved so mediocre, of course!) After consultation with Frank, everything was clear to me. I took his advice and asked my attorney to do what Frank told me. My case ended in two weeks. And most importantly, Frank saved me from wasting tens of thousands of dollars on unwise/unnecessary legal fees and I was also able to keep my assets. I wish I hired Frank from day one!
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Posted by anonymous
| October 1, 2013
Excellent
Frank is extremely bright and knowledgeable. He is always right up front with what to expect, so there are not so many surprises. Among other things I would call him "savvy." He is able to assess a situation and respond to it quickly, accurately and in novel ways.
Frank was conscientious about not responding to me when there was nothing to say. I appreciate this because his time is so expensive.
Emotionally I was a wreck, and Frank was careful to protect me from things he felt I did not need to know. It is a fine balance judging what is necessary to know and what is not. I feel he discerned that accurately.
My feeling is that I landed in the right place. I have great confidence in Frank's knowledge and ability and was and still am grateful to have him on my team.
I wish for each of you the trust in your lawyer that I have in him.
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Posted by anonymous
| May 10, 2013
A No-B.S. Straight Shooting Professional
Frank DeVincent represented me throughout a difficult separation culminating in a mediated uncontested divorce. Despite professing a desire to cooperate, the opposing attorney wasted everyone's time and money at every step of the process by insisting that I produce every shred of financial documentation relative to separate property over the course of a nearly 30 year marriage. He then turned it over to an accounting "expert" who let it sit on his desk for nearly 4 months. With 2 days left before our mediation date, their "expert" determined that my separate property totaled $0; this outrageous assumption constituted their opening position for mediation, and was immediately dashed by the mediator during the first hour of mediation. Frank's experience and guidance as well as his knowledge of the mediator's tendencies were crucial in effecting a reasonable outcome in my case, which resulted in a single day of mediation and led to an uncontested filing for divorce. Throughout the nearly one year process, Frank always gave advice which was designed to eliminate needless time and effort on his part while accomplishing the objectives that we initially set in our first meeting, even in the face of the extraordinary wasteful and stalling tactics from the opposing side.
I would not hesitate to recommend Frank for any similar divorce case.
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Posted by John
| April 16, 2013
You won't find a better Family Law Attorney in Colorado
There are probably 50-60 attorneys in Boulder County who practice Family Law, and I interviewed more than 15 of them over the past 6 months. Frank was head-and-shoulders above them all.
Frank inspires trust and confidence. He has been doing this a very long time and it shows: Frank knows the law inside and out and understands how to get cases settled quickly while still representing his client's best interests.
Frank specializes in cases with substantial assets. Although I have only a moderate net worth, Frank was still willing to advise me. Most importantly, Frank again-and-again demonstrated that he wanted to preserve that moderate net worth rather than convert it into billable hours for his firm.
Example: my wife and I were stuck in mediation over the amount of maintenance (which is the word for "alimony" here in Colorado). Once we negotiated to a point where the disparity between amounts was relatively small, I consulted Frank. Without advising me to take her offer outright, he lent clarity to the situation by reminding me that maintenance is paid in pre-tax dollars and that the cost of going to trial is paid in after-tax dollars. He also gave me a rough estimate of the cost of a trial which was far more than the difference in maintenance I was looking at.
This was a very different approach from many attorneys in town who would encourage litigation and even stir up further conflict rather than ameliorate it.
Frank kept in constant contact throughout our relationship via phone and email. When I needed to meet in person, he accommodated me within a few days, even if he had to stay into the evening occasionally. He is a thoroughly dedicated professional, exceedingly competent, and was committed to getting my case resolved with minimal pain and heartache, while still representing my best interests.
Frank has my strongest possible recommendation.
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Posted by anonymous
| April 16, 2013
divorce
In 2009, I went shopping for a divorce attorney. I came across a Daily Camera article featuring Frank.
In the article it listed some of his accolades. It stated that he was named as a Super Lawyer more than once! New to this divorce attorney shopping, for all I knew this Super Lawyer status meant that he came with a red cape. It turns out that perhaps he does have one tucked in his desk drawer.
From the first contact to the end, Frank's attention to detail and expertise was apparent. Thorough, extremely organized, responsive, kind, honest are some of the descriptors that come to mind. If you're looking for an attorney who intentionally runs up the clock, Frank's not your guy! I'm so very grateful for all the advise, guidance and expertise Frank provided me.
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Posted by Donovan
| April 15, 2013
Best of the Best Attorneys in Boulder
Choosing an attorney for a divorce should not be taken lightly, and I am thankful that I took the time to seek Frank out. I interviewed multiple other attorneys in town and was less than impressed with their aptitude for the task at hand. Right from the beginning I appreciated his honest, straight forward approach at resolving an overly contentious situation. For me, it was all about quality of services, and this is where he delivers. I always received quick responses to my communications, clear advice and guidance on court matters, and excellent follow up. Frank has a proven record dealing with substantial assets and he clearly knows his stuff. I recommend him highly and encourage anyone involved with the divorce process to consult with him, wether you are in the beginning stages or if you are unhappy with the results you are experiencing with your current legal counsel.
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Posted by Jake
| April 9, 2013
Best Attorney I've Ever Used
Frank's hourly rate is higher than the other lawyers in town, but he works twice as efficiently thereby making him less expensive overall. Additionally, he is far more competent than any other family law attorney I met with (and I met with a lot of them). He is patient, reassuring, competent and amiable. He won't blow smoke and he won't mislead... he's a very straight shooter.
I was extremely fortunate to find this attorney and fortunate that he was available to take my case.
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Posted by Laura
| May 27, 2010
An Amazing Attorney to represent you during a divorce
Frank DeVincent knows how to listen - it's his greatest gift, along with his memory - he doesn't forget a thing!
Add intelligence and humor to make you feel comfortable when your life is on the line -- who would'nt want this?
He saved my life --need I say more? I can still call him to this day and know he will be there for me.
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Posted by Rankin
| January 8, 2010
HIGHLY recommended!
I have retained Mr. DeVincent on several occasions involving a number of issues and have been very pleased with the outcome. His knowledge, professionalism & guidance will prove to be an asset in every situation. I recommend him HIGHLY!
Posted by anonymous
| October 20, 2014
He has only his own interests in mind.
I hired Frank DeVincent as my divorce attorney , which involved children, a business and high assets. Frank is not skilled in handling these issues and relied on the help of others to do his work for him resulting in a greater fees for these experts. He did not return phone calls, emails, and messages in a timely manner, and his actions resulted in delaying my settlement substantially. He did however make sure he was paid at all costs. He did not have my best interests in mind. When it came down to the final details of the settlement, and my children's well being, he was unable to handle my case and did not follow through on my behalf. Which cost me a large amount of money to resolve. Frank DeVincent was not a good communicator which was important with all the details of my case.
I would not recommend Frank DeVincent, and would think twice in hiring him for a complicated case.
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Response from Frank DeVincent November 2, 2014
Ironically, 100% of my other reviews are 5 stars. I terminated this client, because he/she would not listen to my advise. He/she refused to retain a custody expert, refused to listen to the financial expert-and refused to produce financial documents in order to allow that expert to prepare a marital balance sheet, or to perform a business valuation, resulting in a business buy-out of 1M over what that expert estimated the business was worth. The client refused to meet with me to prepare for mediation, because he/she said they would have the case settled with their spouse, and thought that preparation was a waste of money. Lastly, the client wanted to give a "friend" $10,000, and say it was for services provided to the business, then have it paid back when the case concluded.
For the above reasons, I fired the client, and the court approved of my request to terminate the relationship.
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Education
- Michigan's Thomas M. Cooley Law School
- JD - Juris Doctor
- 1984
- West Virginia University
- Masters Business and Ind. Relations
- 1980
- West Virginia University
- BS - Bachelor of Science
- 1979
Associations
- Colorado Bar Association, Family Law Section
- Judicial Liaison Committee
- 2012 - Present
- Boulder County Bar Association
- Chair Family Law Section
- 2009 - 2011
- Atlanta Bar Association group
- Chairman
- 1998 - 1999
- Atlanta Bar Association
- Director
- 1994 - 1999
Languages Spoken
- English
Honors and Awards
- Super Lawyer
- 5280 Super Lawyer Magazine
- 2013
- Super Lawyer
- Super Lawyers Magazine
- 2012
- Super Lawyer
- Super Lawyers Magazine
- 2011
- Super Lawyer
- Super Lawyers Magazine
- 2010
- Super Lawyer
- Super Lawyers Magazine
- 2009
- Super Lawyer
- Super Lawyers Magazine
- 2008
- Super Lawyer
- Super Lawyers Magazine
- 2007
- Super Lawyer
- Super Lawyers Magazine
- 2006
- Super Lawyer
- Super Lawyers Magazine
- 2005
- Elite Lawyer
- Georgia Trend Magazine
- 2004
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Divorce and separation Attorney | Apr 03
Relationship: Worked for lawyer
"I endorse this lawyer. Frank is a superb attorney and highly respected in his field."
Unknown Attorney | Jan 20
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer."
Criminal defense Attorney | Oct 13
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer."
Child custody Attorney | Jan 13
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer."
Unknown Attorney | Oct 07
Relationship: Other
"I endorse this lawyer. He is highly respected in his field."
Divorce and separation Attorney | Sep 28
Relationship: Other
"I endorse this lawyer."
Unknown Attorney | Sep 24
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer."
Unknown Attorney | Sep 15
Relationship: Other
"I endorse this lawyer. Excellent attorney and highly recommended as an asset to this community."
Unknown Attorney | Jun 13
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. DeVincent is a skilled and respected member of the legal community."
Family Attorney | Jun 12
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse Frank. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
Child custody Attorney | May 01
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. A brilliant and highly respected attorney in the legal community."
Family Attorney | Aug 13
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
"Frank is well grounded in the law, but still understands the emotional aspects of family law. He works hard for his clients without unneeded conflict or expense."
Divorce and separation Attorney | Jun 20
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"Frank DeVincent is an exceptional attorney whom I have had the pleasure of working with on a complex Divorce case that required an intricate understanding of family law. His reputation is well deserved and I strongly recommend this lawyer."
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