Atty. James B. Lapin
Before joining the firm, Jim operated his own law firm for over 40 years. He is a strong advocate who knows how to win difficult cases while keeping clients informed.
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About James B. Lapin at a glance
James B. Lapin is an Of Counsel based in Denver, Colorado, practicing at Robinson Waters & O'Dorisio, P.C.. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on personal injury, family law, creditor rights, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Colorado (1972) and U.S. District Court, District of Colorado (1972). Educated at University of Denver (J.D., 1972) and University of Colorado at Boulder (B.A., 1969). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Denver Bar Association. Serands clients in Denver, CO and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About
- Before joining the firm, Jim operated his own law firm for over 40 years
- He is a strong advocate who knows how to win difficult cases while keeping clients informed
- He understands how to evaluate complex situations and help clients make strategic decisions along the way to maximize settlements
- He has represented individuals, lawyers and law firms, small business and multi-national corporations.Jim focuses his practice on civil litigation and family law
- He has tried hundreds of cases across the judicial districts of Colorado and in Kansas, Oklahoma and California
- He has handled dozens of jury trials to verdict, representing plaintiffs and defendants
- He has argued cases to the Colorado Court of Appeals, the Colorado Supreme Court, and the Tenth Circuit Court of Appeals.Jim’s settlement of cases for his clients have resulted in millions of dollars of recoveries for plaintiffs and significant savings for defendants
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James B. Lapin's Areas of Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James B. Lapin handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
James B. Lapin is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Colorado →
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
James B. Lapin is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Colorado →
James B. Lapin is one of 42,948 creditor rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse creditor rights attorneys in Colorado →
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
James B. Lapin is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Colorado →
Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.
James B. Lapin is one of 121,912 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in Colorado →
Jurisdictional Context
Why local counsel matters in Colorado
Practicing law in Colorado. Legal matters in Colorado are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Denver are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Colorado state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Colorado brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Colorado courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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