Christopher Douglas Skagen

Christopher Douglas Skagen

also known as Chris

5.0
Rating: 6.3

Licensed for 14 years

Real estate Lawyer at Salida, CO
Practice Areas: Real Estate, Business, Estate Planning, General Practice

9996 W Us Highway 50 Ste 1223, Salida, CO

About Christopher

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Business 30%

Business - for profit and nonprofit. Is also managing partner for a consulting firm in healthcare and nonprofit organizations for the past 15 yers.

14 years

30%
Estate Planning 30%

Mainly transactional estate planning work for wills and trusts. May take some litigation, depending on the case.

14 years

30%
Real Estate 30%

Received a Mater's of Environmental Law and Policy in 2010. Does environmental conservation work, as well as traditional transactional work relating to real estate.

14 years

30%
General Practice 10%

Other cases taken on a case-by-case basis

10%

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Licenses

Licensed in Colorado for 14 years

State: Colorado

Acquired: 2011

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Location

Skagen Law LLC

9996 W Us Highway 50 Ste 1223, Salida, CO, 81201-9811

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Christopher Douglas Skagen's Reviews

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Posted by William | March 25, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate

Best Colorado Real Estate, Business & Construction Attorney

Chris has been an absolute lifesaver for me on numerous occasions - tackling complex and challenging Real Estate, Construction and Business cases for me with ease and precision. His methodical approach to every situation is truly impressive; he takes the time to understand every detail and ensures th...at nothing gets overlooked. What stands out the most, however, is his unwavering dedication & availability/reliability. No matter how busy he is, he's always there to answer questions or offer advice when I need it the most. His enthusiasm for his work is contagious—he brings an energy to each case that makes what could otherwise be a stressful process much more manageable. Working with him is not only effective but also genuinely enjoyable. He strikes the perfect balance between professionalism and approachability, making him my the absolute best Colorado attorney to collaborate with. Whether it's offering legal insight, strategizing, or simply lending an ear, Chris has proven time and time again that he is the attorney you want in your corner. If you have any legal needs - especially with regard to construction, real estate or business, you won’t find anyone more committed, capable, or fun to work with than Chris!

Posted by Patricia | March 24, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor

Expert, trustworthy, effective legal representation

I’ve worked with Chris on a number of employment related and contract concerns. He helped navigate some tricky issues with a former Employer. He listened to my concerns and provided options that ultimately preserved the relationship and resulted in successfully meeting my needs. He has also advised ...me as a small business owner, including filing an LLC and reviewing contracts. I highly recommend him.

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Experience

Rating:  6.3 (Good)

Work Experience

2012 - Present

Founding Partner, Skagen Law, LLC

2010 - Present

Executive Director, Colorado Ambulatory Surgery Center Association

2010 - Present

Executive Director, Oregon Ambulatory Surgery Center Association

2010 - Present

ORASCAPAC, Administrator

Education

2010

Vermont Law School

JD

2010

Vermont Law School

Master of Environmental Law and Policy

2006

Colorado State University

Natural Resources Management

Languages

English

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