Christopher Michael McLane

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Christopher Michael McLane

also known as Chris McLane

4.9
91 reviews
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Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 19 years

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

P.O. Box 17431, Golden, CO

Virtual Consultation Available

Free Consultation

About Christopher

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Adoption 20%

20 years

20%
Child Custody 20%

20 years

20%
Child Support 20%

20 years

20%
Divorce and Separation 20%

20 years

20%
Family 20%

I handle all aspects of family/domestic relations law in Colorado, including divorce, allocation of parental responsibilities (custody), adoptions, pre-nuptial agreements, child support, appeals, modifications, enforcement of orders, and any other proceeding involving family law.

20 years

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 425-425 per hour

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2023 2022 2021
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+ 5
Platinum Client Champion
AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in Colorado for 19 years

State: Colorado

Acquired: 2006

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Family Law Center of the Rockies

P.O. Box 17431, Golden, CO, 80402

mountainfamilylaw.com/attorney-profile/

Christopher Michael McLane's Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 15 reviews | Responsiveness

Posted by Lonnie | August 01, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Best Family Law Attorney

I am so grateful to Chris for his excellent work on my case. He was professional, diligent, and compassionate throughout the whole process. He always kept me informed and answered all my questions. He fought hard for my rights and got me the best possible outcome. I can't thank him enough for his ama...zing service and support. I would definitely recommend him to anyone going through this situation.

Posted by Jason | February 21, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Smooth Divorce

Chris was on top of everything the whole time and was great at keeping me in the loop. He was quick to answer any questions I had and made sure I understood what was going on every step of the way. I highly recommend hiring Chris to represent you during your divorce. Thank you very much Chris.

Posted by Nathan | August 24, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Best Lawyer ever

We had a fantastic experience with Christopher McLane, he saved us from a horrible experience with another attorney that really dropped the ball. He was nothing but professional and it was obvious that he has an impressive reputation amongst his peers and coworkers. When the opportunity come up f...or the case to be finalized but the replacement judge was missing paperwork. Chris came thru with an email containing everything that was needed. At the situation that could have left us with a postponement and new hearing date we were able to finish and finalize this great experience. Highly recommended!!!

Posted by Ron | August 09, 2021 | Hired Attorney

Does what he says he will do

Chris is an excellent attorney. He gives sound advice, stays focused on the case, and is there for the client 100% of the time. Having had another attorney representing me in the past, I wish I had Chris representing me from the beginning. Hire him! He will do you right.

Posted by Holly | July 14, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Chris is an freaking awesome attorney!!!

I was given Chris' name from a friend of mine who had used him for her divorce. Never in my life would I have thought I would be going through a divorce after 21 years of marriage. However, here I am no regrets in meeting Chris or hiring him to represent me in my divorce. I honestly am thankful f...or being introduce to him. Even though we never officially met in person due to COVID-19. I believe Chris a freaking awesome person and attorney. He had to listen to me whine and freak out during my divorce because I didn't even have a clue what to do. He also had to deal with me sending emails asking dumb questions.. then have you heard anything since the judge is the one who decided the ultimate decisions regarding everything. I am glad to have my divorce done and over with. I believe Chris looked out for my best interest and my daughters. He listened to my concerns and worries I had a lot of concerns due to my daughter's mental health due to her father's abuse toward me and her. I never had any issues getting a hold of him. He never back down during the hearing and mediation. I knew it was going to be a little complicated since I was married to. I don't believe Chris failed to do his job in any area what's so ever. I would hire Chris again hopefully I won't ever have to do so (no offense). The guy I am dating was also impressed with how Chris handle the final divorce hearing. That was longest day of my life.. but I manage to make it through it without even shedding a tear. I recommend people to be completely honest with your attorney from the start I admitted my faults and never hid anything I kept detail notes and shared them with him so he was aware of everything had happened.

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Christopher Michael McLane's Lawyer Endorsements

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Myles Johnson

Family lawyer | Nov 27

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Chris is a true professional. From my experience with Chris, he gets right to the meat of the issue and focuses on solutions rather than litigating the litigation unnecessarily. I endorse this lawyer."

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Elizabeth Tharakan

Family lawyer | Jul 31

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Chris hired me at Family Law Center of the Rockies. He was an excellent boss who let me learn my own way and make my own mistakes, while providing gentle guidance on how to win points with the judges. He was patient and easygoing. He also gave me interesting projects to work on and let me go to court for the practice. Chris was an excellent boss and mentor!"

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Rahul Aggarwal

Unknown lawyer | Feb 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"An excellent lawyer who treats clients with patience, care, understanding, and utmost professionalism - an even better person and I wholeheartedly recommend for future services."

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Erin Hickey

Family lawyer | Nov 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Aaron Elinoff

Family lawyer | Apr 13

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Chris is a brilliant, zealous advocate; one who maintains his poise and professionalism while mopping the floor with the opposition. I cannot recommend him highly enough."

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Susan Vanderborgh

Child custody lawyer | Jun 07

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. As Opposing Counsel Chris was professional and knowledgeable."

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Bailey Mahoney

Family lawyer | Jan 13

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jill Rogers

Unknown lawyer | Apr 09

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer. Highly respected in the community."

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Sheena Moran

Family lawyer | Apr 02

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Rebecca Gumaer

Family lawyer | Dec 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Diane Freed

Family lawyer | Sep 26

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Cheryl Doyle

Family lawyer | Oct 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Chris is a very skilled and knowledgeable lawyer in the field of family law. Not only must a skilled family law attorney know the substantive and procedural aspects of the law as it applies to a specific case, he or she must also have a developed sense of strategy and negotiation to assist parties in seeking alternative resolutions to their benefit. Chris has these skills. I would not hesitate in recommending Chris to a person seeking a great family law attorney."

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Brandi Petterson

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Francesca Morgan

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Justin Ross

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Mary Baker

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Joi Kush

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James Arndt

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Erin Hickey

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Aaron Elinoff

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Laurie Schmidt

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Bailey Mahoney

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2025

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2024

Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2024

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2022

Client Champion Platinum Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2022

AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2021

Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2021

AV Preeminent Rated Judicial Edition, Martindale-Hubbell

2020

AV Preeminent Judicial Edition, Martindale-Hubbell

2020

Client Champion Award - Platinum, Martindale-Hubbell

2020

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2019

Judicial AV Preeminent, Martindale-Hubbell®

2019

Client Champion Platinum, Martindale-Hubbell®

2018

Client Champion Award - Platinum, Martindale-Hubbell

2018

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

Client's Choice, Avvo

2013

Client's Choice, Avvo

Work Experience

2006 - Present

Owner, Family Law Center of the Rockies

Associations

2017 - Present

7th Judicial District Bar Association

Member

2017 - Present

Southwestern Colorado Bar Association

Member

2017 - Present

Heart of the Rockies Bar Association

Member

2017 - Present

Association of Family and Conciliation Courts

Member

2006 - Present

Colorado Bar Association

2006 - Present

First Judicial District Bar Association

Member

2006 - Present

Colorado Bar Association, Family Law Section

Member

2014 - 2017

First Judicial District Bar Association

Community Relations Chair

2011 - 2013

First Judicial District Bar Association

Young Lawyer Chair

Education

2006

Roger Williams University, Ralph R. Papitto School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2006

University of Denver

JD - Juris Doctor

2003

Southern Illinois University, Carbondale

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2021

Legal Resource Day

Getting Custody: Parents and Non-Parents

2021

Legal Resource Day

Stepparent Adoption in Colorado

2018

CLE Event

The Use of Experts in DR Cases

Publications

2022

Top 100 Attorneys Magazine Feature Article

Languages

English

Activity

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