Mikayla Shearer
About Mikayla
Biography
Mikayla is an attorney with Burnham Law, P.C. Prior to joining the firm, Mikayla worked as a family law attorney based out of the Colorado Springs and Denver area. Mikayla also has extensive knowledge in child support from her time working as an attorney for El Paso County. She is a member of the Ben S. Wendelken American Inn of Court, Colorado and Women’s Bar Associations, and the Colorado Chapter of the Association of Family and Conciliation Courts. Mikayla has assisted clients in high conflict dissolution of marriage actions, custody disputes, relocation motions, child support modifications, protection orders, adoptions, guardianships, contempt actions, and dependency and neglect actions.
Practice Areas
6
Practice Areas
9 years
9 years
9 years
9 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Colorado for 8 years
State: Colorado
Acquired: 2017
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Location
The Burnham Law Firm
1710 Chapel Hills Dr Suite A, Colorado Springs, CO, 80920
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Mikayla Shearer's Reviews
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11 Client Reviews
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Posted by Dave | September 20, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Amazing Attorney! 5 stars is not enough
I cannot express how grateful I am to Mikayla for her outstanding work in my recent court case. I was going through a tough legal battle with my ex-wife, and Mikayla's professionalism, dedication, and expertise were exactly what I needed. From day one, she made me feel confident and reassured, always...
Posted by Britton | August 01, 2022 | Hired Attorney
Excellent work
Mikayla Shearer did phenomenal while working on very important issues in my life. She was very professional, educated and very confident in the courts and dealing with verses party/lawyer. Very thorough and communication was excellent. Thank you Mikayla.
Mikayla Shearer's Lawyer Endorsements
"Mikayla is not only skilled beyond her years, but she is incredibly passionate. This is apparent in not only her advocacy at our firm, but in her dedication to pro bono work and her other contributions to the legal community and Colorado at large as well. Mikayla is an incredible attorney, and it has been an honor to work with her."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Mikayla is an intelligent and hard-working attorney who is diligent and thorough in her representation of family law clientele. Mikayla is a natural in the courtroom and enjoys advocacy there, which sets her apart from so many of her peers in the industry."
"Mikayla is a great lawyer that has an eye for detail and natural instincts that serve her clients well. In the time that I worked with her, she showed a dedication to legal processes and research as to the issues she faced as well as an ability to connect with her clients on a personal level. I would recommend her without hesitation."
"Mikayla makes Burnham Law better."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mikayla is compassionate and sees the big picture. She handles her cases in an effective and very organized manner making sure each element of the case is handled and accounted for."
"Mikayla is a strong, effective advocate for her client's interests. I gladly endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Mikayla is savvy, strong and articulate. I worked with her on a few cases including a complicated adoption - she knew the law and the best way to apply the same for her clients. Very good attorney!"
"Mikayla is a thorough and professional attorney. We worked together on a high-conflict matter and she maintained a respectful demeanor throughout the case. She was responsive to communication with my office, and her presentation to the Court was clear and concise. I would be happy to work with her in the future and have referred several prospective clients to her as well."
"Mikayla is intelligent and inquisitive. I can attest she cares for her clients and puts their needs at the forefront. Having witnessed her in trial, she is always prepared and adaptable. As an advocate, she strives to resolve issues with the lowest level of conflict;, however, she is not timid of the courtroom. She is adept at advocating in all realms of family law."
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Experience
Honors
2024
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2023
Top Attorneys, Colorado Springs Magazine
Work Experience
2021 - Present
Senior Associate Attorney, Burnham Law
2021 - 2021
Attorney, Robinson & Henry, P.C.
2020 - 2021
Attorney, The Harris Law Firm
2018 - 2020
Associate Attorney, Marrison Family Law
2017 - 2018
Child Support Services Attorney, Young Williams
Associations
2022 - Present
Colorado Women's Bar Association, Judicial CommitteeCo-chair
2022 - Present
The Colorado LawyerBoard Member
2020 - Present
Denver Bar Association
2018 - Present
American Inns of Court
2017 - Present
El Paso County Bar Association
2017 - Present
Colorado Bar Association
2019 - 2020
El Paso County Women's Bar AssociationProgram Chair
Sample of Legal Cases
Education
2010
JD - Juris Doctor
2006
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Publications
2022
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
What can a parent do to get her child back after judge orders her to be with a grand parent because of 1 pain pill she used ?
09 Sep 2022
Ex wife lied to her new husband about me yelling at her and he threatened me twice and now I'm scared to pick them up when I'm t
30 Apr 2020
My ex wife is asking for a portion of my tax refund. Is she entitled to this money (we've been divorced for 9 years)
03 Mar 2020