Susan Morath

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Susan Morath

also known as Susan Morath

5.0
7 reviews
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Rating: 9.4

Licensed for 41 years

Business Lawyer at Boulder, CO
Practice Areas: Business, Estate Planning, Real Estate ... +2 more

1113 Spruce St., Boulder, CO

About Susan

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Business 25%

We service all small business needs, including formation, contracts, and commercial and residential leases.We also specialize in non-profit/tax-exempt organizations.

38 years

25%
Estate Planning 25%

We offer full service estate planning, including wills, trusts, powers of attorney, advance medical directives (living wills) and any other related estate needs. We also offer international estate planning.

30 years

25%
Real Estate 25%

We can assist with virtually any real estate need, whether it be conveyancing (buy/sell), lease, or easement and possession issues.

38 years

25%
Probate 15%

We will handle any probate proceeding, large or small. In addition to handling decedents' estates, we also advise and assist is conservatorships and guardianships.

28 years

15%
International Law 10%

Susan is one of the few attorneys in the area who practices in international estate planning, including management of business interests. She is qualified to practice in England and Wales, as well as Colorado.

17 years

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 150-300 per hour

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Top Contributor
Top Contributor
2019 2018 2017
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Licenses

Licensed in Colorado for 41 years

State: Colorado

Acquired: 1984

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Susan Morath Horner, P.C.

1113 Spruce St., Boulder, CO, 80302

morathlawpartners.com

Susan Morath's Reviews

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Posted by Brent | November 08, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Business

Grateful to have Susan's legal help!

I have been doing business with Susan for almost 2 years now and she has always helped me and my clients out with the utmost honesty and respect. She has saved our bacon a couple times as well as some of our clients. I will continue to use her due to her fair practices and pricing.

Posted by Diane | October 30, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Excellent

This Attorney went above and beyond to make sure my case was totally handled to my satisfaction. I would recommend her highly, she was awesome.

Posted by Celina | August 27, 2015

Very Helpful

I was completely lost on what to do with the situation I was dealing with. I did not know where to turn for help. I emailed Susan on Avvo, and she was in contact with me right away. Susan was very helpful with every question I had and also very sympathetic to my problem and concerns. I just want to s...ay thank you for all your help.

Posted by anonymous | February 05, 2015 | Estate Planning

Estate Planning

I have known Susan for a number of years and can wholeheartedly recommend her as an excellent lawyer. She is extremely competent, creative, attentive to detail, and personable. Several years ago, we requested her help in estate planning. In addition to revising our wills, she educated and advised on ...issues around Power of Attorney and Living Wills. We have three children and the situation was quite complex in terms of how we wanted to allocate our estate between them, given that two were still in college at the time and we wanted to be sure that their college costs were covered before our estate would be divided among the three. While this posed some challenges, Susan was able to come up with a creative way for us to achieve our goals. Throughout this process, she was extremely helpful and accommodating. She also demonstrated a clear understanding of the legal issues pertinent to our situation. She completed the work in a timely fashion and we were extremely pleased with the results. it was a pleasure to work with Susan during this process and we definitely will engage her again as the need arises. I have recommended Susan to several friends and colleagues over the years and am delighted to recommend her to readers of this site as well.

Posted by Bob/Anita | June 10, 2014 | Limited Liability Company (LLC)

State and Local Government Jurisdictional Expertise

We have worked with Susan on lawsuits, LLC formation and a non-profit incorporation. The primary work has been lawsuits at the District and Appellate Court levels focused on state and local government jurisdictional issues. Specifically, a determination was sought with regard to Colorado Parks and Wi...ldlife (CPW) issuance of hunting permits and licenses being in excess of their jurisdiction in a Boulder County Resolution area prohibiting the discharge of firearms. The lawsuit directly contributed to Boulder County directing the enforcement of its Resolution prohibiting the discharge of rifles and shotguns. Susan's work, expertise and core values in this issue were instrumental to achieving this outcome.

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Susan Morath's Lawyer Endorsements

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Thomas West

Business lawyer | Feb 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Potter

Estate planning lawyer | Jun 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Susan brings considerable talent and expertise to the practice of Estate Planning law. She is a diligent and conscientious attorney and is a credit to the legal profession. I am proud to endorse her."

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Matthew Casebolt

Business lawyer | Jun 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Horner is a regular contributor to AVVO. I find myself agreeing with her answers most of the time. I appreciate the quality and thought that go into her posts. Good lawyer."

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Judd Nemiro

Unknown lawyer | Dec 24

Relationship: Other

"This lawyer strives to get the best results for her clients. I endorse this lawyer"

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Gary Hoffman

Environmental and natural resources lawyer | Sep 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly endorse Ms. Horner. I have referred clients to her in past, and will continue to do so in the future without hesitation. She has an outstanding knowledge of the law in her multiple areas of expertise, and consistently provides high quality respresentation to her clients."

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John Lassalette

Real estate lawyer | Sep 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Ms. Horner. She consistently provides quality legal advice answering questions for those in need. Her responses provide both knowledgeable legal and pragmatic viewpoints."

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Marc Schatten

Personal injury lawyer | Sep 03

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have worked closely with Susan for several years on a big case that is currently pending before the Colorado Supreme Court and will make important law in this state concerning the determination of a landowner. Susan is an outstanding lawyer, cares deeply about her clients and delivers great results."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Sep 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."

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James Shields

Unknown lawyer | Aug 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer with no reservation. An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community. Very hardworking and diligent. Consistently achieves superior results. Advice is always practical and on point. I recommend to anyone looking for an attorney who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of clients and achieving the most favorable result possible. I endorse this lawyer."

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Shaye Larkin

Estate planning lawyer | Jun 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly endorse Susan Morath Horner. Ms. Horner donates many hours of her time answering questions for those in need here on AVVO. Her responses show a depth of knowledge as well as a compassionate nature. I highly recommend her!"

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John O'Brien

Business lawyer | May 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community."

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Richard Rosenstein

Unknown lawyer | May 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Horner is a skilled and respected member of the legal community. She is a zealous advocate for the rights and interests of her clients."

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Michael Doland

Business lawyer | Apr 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I was particularly impressed with a recent answer of Ms. Horner which was more than accurate and analytic: it was very practical and customized to the needs of the Avvo asker. These are exactly the qualities that every client would look for when hiring an attorney."

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Matthew Casebolt

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Marc Schatten

Litigation lawyer

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John Lassalette

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Shaye Larkin

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer

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Christopher Leroi

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Scott Eldredge

Personal injury lawyer

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Paul Prendergast

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.4 (Superb)

Honors

2017

Peer review rating of 4.6/5.0, Martindale-Hubbell

2001

Finalist, Case of the Year Award, Colorado Trial Lawyers Association

Work Experience

1996 - Present

Owner, Susan Morath Horner, P.C.

1993 - 1996

Attorney/Legal Fellowship, National Wildlife Federation

1993 - 1996

Adjunct Professor, University Of Colorado School Of Law

1991 - 1993

Editorial, University of Glasgow, Scotland

1986 - 1991

Associate, Davis Graham & Stubbs

1984 - 1986

Associate, Law Offices of Thomas Seawell

Associations

1997 - Present

Boulder Bar Association

Taxes and Estates Section

1984 - Present

Colorado Bar Assocation

Trusts and Estates Committee; Professionalism Committee

American Bar Association

Member

International Law Committee, ABA

Member

American Bar Association, Real Property, Trust and Estate Law Section

Member

National Association of Professional Womem

Member

National Association of Female Executives

Member

2000 - 2007

Humane Society of Boulder Valley

Board of Directors

Sample of Legal Cases

Schultz v. Wells

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Education

1983

University of Denver College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1980

Boston College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2006

Wildlife Society Symposium

Legal Perspective On The Public Trust In Wildlife Management — It’s Not Just A Good Idea

2001

Colorado Trial Lawyers’ Association Seminar

Speaking Engagement

2000

Colorado Trial Lawyers Association Seminar

Speaking Engagement

1999

Montana Wildlife Federation Annual Meeting

Speaking Engagement

1996

Symposium

Living Permits; What Do You Have When the Ink Dries?

Publications

2000

Land & Water Law Review Embryo, Not Fossil: Breathing Life Into the Public Trust in Wildlife

1996

Colorado Environmental Handbook; The State of the State Wildlife Chapter

Activity

Top Contributor

Susan earned significant contribution points in 2019.

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