Drew Steven Richman

Drew Steven Richman

5.0
Rating: 7.4

Licensed for 26 years

Mediation Lawyer at Durango, CO
Practice Areas: Mediation, Child Custody, Divorce & Separation

160 E. 12th Street, Ste 7, by appointment only, Durango, CO

About Drew

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Mediation 34%

As an alternative to trial parties to a dispute can hire me to mediate their issues. In this capacity I would serve as a neutral to facilitate both parties in finding a settlement to their conflict.

34%
Child Custody 33%

Providing effective legal representation in the areas of child custody and divorce law, including post-decree motions, trial law, alimony and child support obligations.

27 years

33%
Divorce and Separation 33%

Providing effective legal representation in the areas of child custody and divorce law, including post-decree motions, trial law, alimony and child support obligations.

27 years

33%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Colorado for 16 years

State: Colorado

Acquired: 2010

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Texas for 26 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 1999

Not Eligible to Practice - Administrative Suspension

No misconduct found

Location

Drew S. Richman, PLLC

160 E. 12th Street, Ste 7, by appointment only, Durango, CO, 81301

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Drew Steven Richman's Reviews

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4 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | September 30, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Custody for young parents.

Drew helped us in a diffiuctlt situation with establishing custody when neither parent had filed for custody yet. The sticky situation with the other party and grandparent was tough to negotiate. Through it all Drew remained calm. He was concise and thorough in his investigation. He helped us get wh...ere we needed to go with our case.

Posted by anonymous | January 30, 2014

Interstate Custody Case

I was dealing with a VERY difficult, interstate custody case and was referred to Drew through another attorney (friend.) The mother of my child absconded with my daughter to California and never returned. We had no custody order in place and (to my dismay) I learned this form of parental kidnapping ...was NOT illegal. The mother was also (falsely) claiming that I was a domestic abuser, so I knew I needed GREAT legal representation if I was going to have a shot at getting my daughter back! Drew was able to effectively demonstrate to the courts, the abuse allegations were clearly false. Additionally, Drew was able to put together an effective, winning strategy--and ultimately, I was granted “custodial parent.” As the ‘Father’, this can be a tall order for a court to grant. . . . Drew is professional, and does an effective job of making his points in the courtroom, without coming across as a bully. If you are dealing with a family law case, you want someone who truly SPECIALIZES in family law...Drew definitely fits that bill! Thank you Drew!

Posted by anonymous | September 23, 2013

Would recommend for Child Custody.

During our meetings, Drew came across as fairly relaxed and laid-back. To be honest, I was worried that dealing with my extremely adversarial ex-husband would require a more aggressive approach than Drew was going to deliver. His trial preparation is exceptional, and as a result he was very well pr...epared for the hearing. During the hearing, he balanced an aggressive style with a more collaborative approach as needed. While he wasn't afraid to "fight" when appropriate, he also remained focused on the best-interests of the child. I really felt it wasn't about the "win" for him; he seemed to care more about the right outcome for my child. We did get exactly what we were requesting, and Drew seemed to be as happy about it as I was. I'm very satisfied with his representation and would highly recommend him moving forward.

Posted by Dr. Tom A. | February 24, 2011

Excellent common sense advice

Mr. Richman contacted me after being referred by another attorney during a mortgage fraud / real estate boundary dispute for an initial consultation. After discussing the main issues for my case we agreed that his practice is in a different field than I needed. So, Drew gave suggestions about which... field to screen for an attorney and very helpful information so that I would know the right questions to ask any attorney with the needed specialty. Very honest and up front! You can't buy that kind of help. I have a very high opinion of Drew Richman and recommend him without reservations.

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Drew Steven Richman's Lawyer Endorsements

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Ashley Emerson

Family lawyer | Sep 28

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have had the pleasure of working with Mr. Richman on two cases. He is professional, practices with integrity and is a strong advocate for his clients. I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Waddington

Family lawyer | Jun 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Drew. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Michele Clark

Family lawyer | Sep 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Drew is an extremely competent and professional advocate for his clients, and I recommend him highly."

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Todd Burnham

Family lawyer | Jan 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Drew knows how to handle a divorce case, from beginning to end, and is a stellar advocate for every one of his clients"

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Ashley Emerson

Family lawyer

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Jeffrey Tom

Litigation lawyer

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Anna Bond

Family lawyer

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Todd Burnham

Litigation lawyer

Experience

Rating:  7.4 (Very Good)

Honors

2013

Acknowledgement for Pro Bono Hours, Boulder County Legal Services

Work Experience

2010 - Present

Attorney-Owner, The Richman Law Firm, PLLC

2004 - 2009

Partner, Martin, Cukjati & Richman, LLP

Associations

Colorado Bar Association, Family Law Section

Boulder Interdisciplinary Committee on Child Custody

Boulder County Bar Association

Colorado Collaborative Divorce Professionals

Southwestern Colorado Bar Association

Sample of Legal Cases

APR: R and D

Primary Custody Awarded to Father

In re. Marriage of V.

Father won 50/50 parenting time and equal decision making.

In re. Marriage of D.

Father's Motion to Modify denied.

In re. Marriage of BD.

Negotiated Settlement

In re. Marriage of PB.

Negotiated Settlement

In re. the Marriage of G.

Won at Trial

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Education

1998

St. Marys University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

Speaking Engagements

2011

Boulder Business RAISE

Choice of Business Entity

Publications

2012

292 P.3d 1158 (Colo.App. 2012) In re the Parental Responsibilities of M.W.

Languages

English

Spanish

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