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Chad Jonathan Lee
also known as Chad Lee Partner at JVAM, PLLC
About Chad
Biography
Chad is a partner at JVAM specializing in real estate, business, land use, oil and gas, natural resources, and public lands law. He has over a decade of experience representing landowners, business owners, developers, buyers, sellers, homeowners associations, and investors in purchase and sale transactions and development of all types of real estate, including commercial residential, and investment. He also represents landowners and developers in land use entitlement acquisition from, and defense against, local jurisdictions, including Garfield County, Glenwood Springs, Carbondale, Basalt, Pitkin County, and Aspen.
Chad’s transactional experience includes representation of business owners in mergers and acquisitions, including asset purchase and stock purchase agreements. He also represents lenders and borrowers in the negotiation of loan agreements. Within the oil and gas industry, Chad assists operators, oil and gas companies, and landowners in mineral title examination and conveyance services in and around Glenwood Springs, Colorado’s Western Slope, and Wyoming.
Chad is an enthusiastic and effective communicator and is skilled at negotiating real estate and business deals in Glenwood Springs, Garfield County, and neighboring jurisdictions. Chad has a preeminent “AV” peer and client review rating from Martindale-Hubbell and is a member of the High Mountain Chapter of American MENSA.
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Licensed in Wyoming for 19 years
State: Wyoming
Acquired: 2006
No misconduct found
Licensed in Colorado for 19 years
State: Colorado
Acquired: 2006
No misconduct found
Location
JVAM PLLC (GLENWOOD SPRINGS)
901 Grand Ave Ste 201, Glenwood Springs, CO, 81601
JVAM PLLC (BUENA VISTA)
315 W. Main Street, Buena Vista, CO, 81211
JVAM PLLC (ASPEN HIGHLANDS)
0197 Prospector Rd Suite 2103, Aspen, CO, 81611
JVAM PLLC (BASALT)
305 Gold Rivers Ct, Suite 200, Basalt, CO, 81621
JVAM PLLC (SALIDA)
114 Old Stage, Suite A, Salida, CO, 81201
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Chad Jonathan Lee's Reviews
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Posted by Joe | June 25, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Great Experience
We have worked with Chad Lee for many years. He is a fantastic real estate and land use attorney based in the Roaring Fork Valley of Colorado (Garfield County, Carbondale, Basalt). I highly recommend Chad for anyone in need of legal work in the areas of land use and property law.
Posted by Bruce | June 9, 2025 | Hired Attorney
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Excellent Lawyer
Chad Lee was extremely helpful and responsive on the legal issues pertaining to my real estate dealings. His knowledge of the applicable law and its machinations was very impressive and super beneficial. Chad has close connections with many legal governmental entities whom also appreciate his legal...
Posted by Ben West | June 6, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Great Real Estate and Land Use Attorney in Roaring Fork Valley
Chad has been a great resource and I have had very positive experiences working with him and his team with real estate and land use issues throughout the Roaring Fork Valley and HOA formation on a development project in Glenwood Springs. Chad and his team are knowledgeable, responsive, and guided me...
Posted by Julian | January 8, 2015
Real Estate Expert
As a Realtor, there are occasions when I or my clients need advice and guidance. Chad is my go to guy. He is always quick at getting back to me and laying out the time frame he will need. His opinions are clear and concise. I know my clients are in good hands when Chad is reviewing complicated title...
Posted by Brian | September 25, 2011
Professional, Competent, and Insightful
Chad was extremely professional and timely in his work for us. He provided insights that had not though of and saved us money in the long run. I would recommend him to anyone.
Chad Jonathan Lee's Lawyer Endorsements
"I have not had the pleasure of working with Mr. Lee on any legal matters, but I have had the honor of knowing him as an individual and a friend. Mr. Lee is truly dedicated to the law and the combination of his drive and determination and legal intellect sets him apart from others in his field."
"Chad is an intelligent and practical attorney whose knowledge of, and involvement in, his community are invaluable when dealing with local government or on matters of statewide or national concern. He demonstrates strength and creativity in both transactional and litigation related work, and is well regarded by fellow attorneys."
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Experience
Honors
2021
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2010
Young Professional of the Year, Glenwood Springs Chamber of Commerce, Roaring Fork Young Professionals
Work Experience
2008 - Present
Partner, Balcomb & Green, P.C.
2006 - 2008
Associate Attorney, Leavenworth & Karp, P.C.
2006 - 2006
Attorney, Reilly, Pozner & Connelly, P.C.
2005 - 2005
Intern, Patrick Miller & Kropf, P.C.
2005 - 2006
Law Clerk, Colorado Supreme Court Attorney Regulation Counsel
2004 - 2005
Law Clerk, Bonneville Power Administration
Associations
2017 - Present
Glenwood Springs Downtown Development Authority (DDA)Vice Chair
Colorado Bar Association, Real Estate Law Section
Member
Colorado Bar Association, Water Law Section
Member
Ninth Judicial District Bar Association
Member
Wyoming State Bar
Member
2010 - 2012
Roaring Fork Young ProfessionalsPresident
Sample of Legal Cases
Roaring Fork RE-1 School District Basalt Vista Housing Project
Success
Education
2006
Lewis & Clark Northwestern Law School
JD - Juris Doctor, cum laude
2002
University of Nebraska
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2010
Roaring Fork Business Resource Center
Legal Aspects of Business Entities for Startups
Publications
2013
“Beyond the “Fracking Wars” – a Guide for Lawyers, Elected Officials, Planners and Citizens. (ABA Publishing; Kinne B. & Powers, E. Eds.)
Leasing Mineral Rights; a Framework for Understanding the Dominant Estate
2011
The Colorado Lawyer
Preserving Historical Consumptive Use During Leases for Instream Use
2005
Western Water Law & Policy Reporter
Colorado: Water Supply and the Land Use Connection
Languages
English
Activity
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