Born and raised in south suburban Chicago, Illinois, Stephen Vertucci served aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln while on active duty in the U.S. Navy from 1990-1994 during the first Gulf War. Upon being honorably discharged, Stephen enrolled at University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, earning a Bachelor of Arts in history in 1998.
Stephen’s interests in public speaking and litigation led to his decision to attend Chicago-Kent College of Law, largely due its outstanding reputation for having one of the top trial advocacy programs in the nation. Through this course of study and his internship with the Cook County Illinois Public Defender’s Office, Stephen discovered his passion: advocating for client’s rights in the Courtroom. Stephen earned a Juris Doctor degree from Chicago-Kent in 2001. While attending Chicago-Kent and after being admitted to the Illinois Bar, Stephen worked for Schiff & Hulbert, a top-rated employment litigation firm. Seeking courtroom experience, he transitioned to family law, working at the law firm of Sullivan, Taylor & Gumina. His experience at STG Divorce Law taught him trial preparedness, client compassion, and to maintain the highest standards of ethical conduct.
In 2004, Stephen sought an opportunity to advance his trial skills. After being admitted to the Arizona Bar, he found this opportunity working as a felony prosecutor for the state of Arizona at the Maricopa County Attorney’s Office. This career move provided invaluable experience litigating jury trials against some of the best criminal defense attorneys in the State of Arizona.
After gaining experience as a felony prosecutor, Stephen partnered with a colleague and friend from law school to establish the law firm of Stewart & Vertucci, a successful family law practice in Phoenix.
In 2007, Stephen moved to Colorado to start a new personal and professional chapter in his life. He was admitted to the Colorado Bar, relocated to Fort Collins, married, and started a family. He elevated himself from Associate to Partner in one of the largest family law firms in Denver prior to making the decision to open his own firm in 2016. The Law Office of Stephen Vertucci, LLC was established to serve the communities of northern Colorado and focuses exclusively on the practice of family law.
Stephen is admitted to practice law in the states of Illinois, Arizona, Colorado and before the United States Supreme Court. Among his professional recognitions, he is proud to be a member of the Colorado Eighth Judicial District Domestic Relations Best Practices Committee.
In 2017, Stephen was nominated as one of 10 Best Family Law Firms by American Institute of Family Law Attorneys. In 2018, he was nominated as one of 10 Best Family Law Firms by American Institute of Family Law Attorneys.
In 2021, Stephen was nominated to Larimer County Domestic Relations Best Practices Committee – this is a committee of Larimer County Family Law Judges, Magistrates, Attorneys and other Professionals aimed at improving the quality of practice in the community. In the same year, he was recognized by as a top 3 divorce lawyer in Fort Collins, CO.
The Law Offices of Stephen Vertucci holds an A+ on the Better Business Bureau.
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155 E. Boardwalk Drive, Suite 400, Fort Collins, CO, 80525
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Posted by anonymous | January 08, 2020 | Hired Attorney
Trustworthy
Mr. Vertucci is is a skilled and knowledgeable attorney. However, I recommend Mr. Vertucci as an attorney not just because of his abilities, because he also because displays integrity. While I hope I will never have to be involved in another legal proceeding again, if I do I will breathe a little eas...
Posted by Rebekah Vogel | May 14, 2019 | Child Custody
Highly impressive experience
My time with Mr. Vertucci was immensely helpful, I value the detail and time he took to be so thorough with all aspects of my case. I felt he did an excellent job of gaining perspective and details enabling him to approach advising me in the best possible way. I was impressed and honored he did this ...
Posted by Tom | August 12, 2013 | Child Custody
He can help you and your kids!
Stephen did an excellent job balancing my case. There were many unexepected situations that came up and Steve handled each one with knowlege and professionalism. He kept me informed of his actions and actions of the opposing counsel. At times I thought he could have been more aggressive, but in t...
Posted by Gonzalo | August 06, 2012 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Excellent Attorney
Stephen Vertucci did an excellent job for me. I have hired other attorneys in the past and none came close to what Stephen Vertucci did for my case. I would highly and with great confidence refer to him to all my family and friends.
Posted by John | March 20, 2012 | Family
Very knowledeable and experienced, can handle complicated cases
Steven is very knowledgeable and experienced in matters related to family court. His experience and rescources allows him to handle cases that are complicated on either the personal or financial level. Steven's experience allows him to better guide negotiations, as he can quickly describe recent ou...
"Steve is one of, if not, the finest attorneys I have had the pleasure of working with. His intelligence, dedication and work ethic are unmatched in his field. He is an excellent attorney, and a better person."
"Steve zealously represents his clients but yet he is reasonable in his advocacy. Steve is knowledgeable of the law with a good measure of common sense -- which greatly benefits his clients."
"I endorse Steve. Steve is a strong attorney who listens to his clients' needs and then represents them decisively through the Court process and legal matters."
"Mr. Vertucci is an excellent attorney with a sharp legal mind. I've both worked with him on cases and referred clients to him. He is responsive, caring and passionate about his work. He always works hard and does a great job for his clients. I highly recommend and endorse Mr. Vertucci."
"Steve is highly knowledgeable in his area of law. He is well respected in the legal community. He is very bright, knows how to run a trial very well, and is very professional. I highly recommend him."
"Mr. Vertucci is an excellent family law counsel and litigator. I have had the pleasure of working with Mr. Vertucci on a matter which covered multiple state and he managed the matter with ease and skill which earned my respect. I endorse this lawyer."
"While some find it difficult to balance professionalism and zealous advocacy for their clients, Stephen handles this marvelously. My experience has been that he is not only very knowledgable of the law, but of people, understands complex issues and how to think outside the box in an effort to find acceptable resolutions. I highly recommend Mr. Vertucci."
"Steve is an extremely knowledgeable and hard-working attorney. What sets Steve apart from most attorneys is his professionalism, tireless preparation, attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and diligence on behalf of his clients. I highly recommend Steve Vertucci as a family law attorney."
"I highly recommend Steve Vertucci. Steve is truly an expert and the hardest working lawyer I know. He is an outstanding advocate for his clients and his ethics, knowledge and skill are second to none. I will only refer my Colorado family law cases to Steve. If you are need of a skilled divorce, child custody, or other family law matter you must schedule a consultation with Steve"
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Top 10 Law Family Law Firm, Best of the Best Attorneys
2022
Lawyer of Distinction 2022, Lawyers of Distinction
2022
Top 10 Family Law Firm, Best of the Best Attorneys
2020
Three Best Rated Divorce Attorney in Fort Collins, Three Best Rated
2019
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2010
Recognition of Service, Rotary Breakfast Club Fort Collins
2016 - Present
Attorney, The Law Office of Stephen Vertucci, LLC
2007 - 2016
Partner, The Harris Law Firm, P.C.
2005 - 2007
Partner, Law Offices of Scott David Stewart
2004 - 2005
Deputy County Attorney, Maricopa County -Attorney's Ofc
2002 - 2004
Associate, Sullivan Taylor & Gumina
2021 - Present
Colorado Hispanic Bar Association
2008 - Present
Larimer County Bar Association
2007 - Present
Colorado Bar Association
100% of client's assets protected
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Juris Doctorate
1998
Bacherlor of Arts
1994
Honorable Discharge
2010
Ethical Dilemmas in the Workplace
2010
Becoming a trial attorney
2009
Ethical Dilemmas in the Workplace
2005
Trial Traning for New Prosecutors in Maricopa County Justice Courts
2011
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