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Rutherford Law Center Has Joined Setter, Roche, Smith & Shellenberger, LLP

Meggin Rutherford has joined the law firm of Setter, Roche, Smith, & Shellenberger, LLP, and closed Rutherford Law Center. 

Please Continue to the New Firm HERE.

Introduction

Our mission is nothing less than changing our community through dedicated and focused service for our clients.  You can expect compassionate service focused on your long term best interests. The Rutherford Law Center are Arvada lawyers and mediators dedicated to helping Colorado families plan for the future and put their lives back together. Whether it is family law, collaborative law, mediation, estate planning, elder law, adopting a child, or helping you through the probate of your parent’s estate, the Rutherford Law Center, LLC is here to help. Compassionate. Tough. Focused on you. We serve all families in the Denver Metro area. Please explore the site to learn more about the services we offer and the attorneys who can help you.

Family Law

A divorce does not have to leave you emotionally and financially bankrupt if you hire a progressive lawyer who really looks out for your best interests now and in the future. Click below for more information about divorce, parenting time, custody, property, alimony, or adoption.

Wills and Trusts

Estate Planning at the Rutherford Law Center is much more than just the basic documents. You also receive instructions, guidance, and ongoing assistance. Piece of mind is always included.

Large family or small, let us make sure that you and your family are protected no matter what happens.  Click below to help protect your assets, you health, and your family.

Elder Law

Caring for our loved ones in the same way they cared for us is never easy.

Let us help you ensure that you and your loved ones are cared for through all stages of life.  Click below for information on elder planning, guardianships, and conservatorships.

 

Probate

Losing a loved one is always hard, settling their estate alone just makes it harder. Let us guide you through the process to ensure that your loved one’s estate is settled correctly.  Whether a large estate or a small one, we can help you move forward with confidence.  Click below for more information on our probate services.

Mediation

Conflict is an unfortunate part of our modern lives.  You do not have to go to court to settle your issues. Mediation helps resolve conflicts with your ex, your neighbors, or your family, without the expense and agony of a court battle. Create solutions for your life. Let us help guide you to a better resolution.  Click below for more information on family law or probate mediation.

Collaborative Divorce

A Divorce does not have to go to court and does not have to be ugly.

 With the help of specially trained professionals, you can complete a divorce outside of court, and gain more knowledge about positive communication and securing your best financial future. Click below for more about divorce focused on your family.

Child Custody

You want what is best for your children, and you need an attorney to ensure that your children’s interests are the priority. A good relationship between parents is crucial for your children and their future success. Let us help you establish parenting plans to ensure your long term peace.

If you need to establish or change parenting time or child support click below for more information.

Unbundled

Do you want guidance from a lawyer but without the cost of having them represent you at court? Let us provide you behind the scenes guidance. Get lawyer perks at a lower cost.

A Cost Effective Way To Receive Legal Guidance.

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4 Steps To Your Best Divorce

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You have many choices when it comes to how you get a divorce.  One of the most important decisions you will make when getting a divorce is how you decide to start.  Take our 6 question quiz below to see which might be the best for you. Free Divorce Planning E-Book...

You Have Options For Your Divorce

Many people think that there is only one way to get a divorce: go down to the courthouse and duke it out.  That couldn’t be farther from the truth.   You can get a divorce without setting foot in the courthouse.   Divorce Does Not Have To Ruin Your Life.  Click...

Advanced Medical Directives

Does your family know what choices you would want made for you if something were to happen to you?  Medical directives ensure that your wishes are followed by directing your family and medical staff on how to take care of you.  Contact us for your free Estate Planning...

Helping Our Heroes: Reduced Cost Estate Planning

We cannot begin to give enough thanks to the people who are going onto the front lines of this pandemic to help our country and our community.  I don’t think that there will ever be a way that we can express enough appreciation.  But we’ve decided on a way that we can...
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