Leslie A. Shafer

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Leslie A. Shafer

4.5
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 12 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Colorado Springs, CO
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Probate, Estate Planning, Mediation

5475 Tech Center Drive, Suite 210, Colorado Springs, CO

Virtual Consultation Available

About Leslie

Biography

Life Happens. Let Us Help.

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 60%

60%
Estate Planning 15%

15%
Probate 15%

15%
Mediation 10%

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 395-395 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2021

Licenses

Licensed in Colorado for 8 years

State: Colorado

Acquired: 2018

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Kansas for 12 years

State: Kansas

Acquired: 2013

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Peakstone Law Group, LLC

5475 Tech Center Drive, Suite 210, Colorado Springs, CO, 80919

peakstonelaw.com/

Online Presence

Other places you can find Leslie online.

Leslie A. Shafer's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.5 /5.0

15 Client Reviews

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Posted by Walter | June 10, 2026

Peace of mind

Leslie was able to answer all of my questions in detail. This allowed me to leave the consultation feeling I was enabled to make decisions for a proactive perspective versus wondering what could be.

Posted by anonymous | June 09, 2026

Leslie is very competent as well as compassionatee

I have known Leslie most of her life. Her reputation as an Attorney as well as Human Resource/ Conflict Resolution is outstanding. I am more aware of her work in Human Resources. She is a great communicator and willing to continue the conversation until we are on the same page and talking about the... same thing. I don't work in the law field, have called her for advice for situations that arise and I need to know the kind of attorney I need. She asks all the right questions to understand my problem and give me advice on the kind of Lawyer I need. I have never found her condescending or frustrated with how much I know or need to know to move forward. I would definitely recommend Leslie Shafer as an Attorney. She is kind and respectful but is quite capable of being tough if it is required and only if required. Her experience in conflict resolution will be with in her practice of Law for the rest of her serving her clients and working with other attorneys.

Posted by anonymous | June 08, 2026

whatever you do get Leslie the best lawyer ever in Colorado Springs

Leslie is an amazing lawyer who knows her legal environment so perfectly I was so blown away with her responses to my questions on my case

Posted by Dana | June 05, 2026

Communications

I had a great experience in a consultation with Leslie. She answered all of my questions & communicated well with me.

Posted by Becca | October 21, 2022 | Hired Attorney

Honest

I found Leslie Shafer to be an honest attorney with the heart of a teacher. She is smart, kind and capable.

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Leslie A. Shafer's Lawyer Endorsements

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Danielle Davis

Family lawyer | Jul 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Leslie is an intelligent, communicative, and deeply passionate advocate for her Clients in all areas of her practice. Whether she's striving for the best outcome in a mediation or in the courtroom, she is prepared, professional, and creative. I would highly recommend Leslie for any Client seeking representation in their family law matter."

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Frank Bernstein

Mediation lawyer | Jul 26

Relationship: Family member

"Leslie is a very bright, very talented, very creative lawyer. She's a terrific problem solver who works tirelessly to understand all sides of the issues she's called upon to mediate. She always strives to get the best results possible in resolving disputes."

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Todd Burnham

Family lawyer | Jun 25

Relationship: Co-worker

"Leslie is truly exceptional is every way. She is the epitome of excellence, in both her practice and in the way she masters life. She is a tenacious litigator, a masterful mediator and an honorable human being. She embodies greatness in the truest meaning of the word. I am honored to be her partner. You won’t find a better lawyer in all of Colorado."

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Jennifer Scott

Family lawyer | Jun 25

Relationship: Co-worker

"Leslie is sharp and assertive. She doesn't hold back and zealously advocates for her clients."

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Jessica Lasky

Mediation lawyer | Jun 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Leslie Shafer is one of the most tenacious, knowledgeable and effective litigators I have worked with in my 19 years of practice. She is a brilliant legal mind and fierce advocate."

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Rosemary Rizk

Unknown lawyer | Sep 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Samuel Brightwell

Family lawyer | Sep 04

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Leslie is a skilled advocate and gifted litigator. I've had the pleasure to work with her on a few cases and she brings "next-level" analysis to each situation on behalf of her clients. She is an incredible family attorney!"

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Stephanie Randall

Family lawyer | Sep 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Leslie is an excellent attorney who is always thinking about the best strategy for each client to achieve their goals. She is wise beyond her years of practice and strives to provide fantastic and zealous advocacy in all aspects of her craft. I endorse this attorney for family law without hesitation."

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Mikayla Shearer

Divorce and separation lawyer | Feb 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Leslie is a zealous advocate. She is a smart, thorough, and dedicated attorney that will fight tirelessly for her clients."

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Michelle Watson

Unknown lawyer | May 31

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Bradley Dillon

Unknown lawyer | Feb 18

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Joseph Ditlow

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Mikayla Shearer

Family lawyer

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Rosemary Rizk

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Top Attorneys, Colorado Springs Magazine

2024

Top Attorneys, Colorado Springs Magazine

2023

Top Attorneys, Colorado Springs Magazine

2023

Top Attorneys, Colorado Springs Magazine

2022

Top Attorneys, Colorado Springs Magazine

2021

Top Attorneys, Colorado Springs Magazine

2013

Best Note, John F. Kuether Memorial Faculty Award

Work Experience

2026 - Present

Senior Attorney, Peakstone Law Group, LLC

2019 - 2026

Managing Partner, Burnham Law

2017 - 2019

Associate, Marrison Family Law, LLC

2015 - 2015

Attorney at Law, Associated Attorneys of Southeast Kansas

2015 - 2017

Attorney at Law, Gilliland & Hayes, LLC

2013 - 2015

Assistant City Attorney, Chanute, KS

2013 - 2015

Attorney at Law, Henshall, Pennington & Brake

2013 - 2015

Attorney at Law, Apt Law Offices, LLC

2011 - 2012

Extern, U.S. District Court for the District of Kansas

Associations

2017 - Present

Colorado Bar Association

Member

2015 - 2017

Reno County Bar Association

Secretary

2013 - 2017

Kansas Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

UCCJEA Cases

Jurisdiction was maintained in Colorado, Warrants Issued and Children Returned

Emergency Restrictions

Custody changed based on Emergency

Modifications

Revise support and parenting plan

Divorce/Legal Separation/APR

Help Accomplish Client Goals

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Education

N/A

Washburn University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

Speaking Engagements

2017

Marital Conflict and the Church

Legal Procedure of dissolution/separation, domestic violence, and religious confidentiality

Publications

2013

Washburn Law Journal Breaking the Victimization Cycle: Domestic Minor Trafficking in Kansas

Languages

English

Activity

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