Atty. Jerald Joseph Devitt
Jerald Joseph Devitt is a lawyer practicing municipal law, commercial law, real estate law and 5 other areas of law. Jerald received a B.S. degree from South Dakota State University in 1965, and has been licensed for 55 years.
Commercial Law & More Attorney · Serving Golden, CO · 55+ Years Experience
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About Jerald Joseph Devitt at a Glance
Jerald Joseph Devitt is a Member based in Golden, Colorado, practicing at Bradley Devitt Haas & Watkins, P.C.. They have 55+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1971. Their practice focuses on probate, estate planning, business, real estate, and zoning. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1971), Colorado (1972), U.S. District Court, District of Colorado (1972), and District of Columbia (1973). Educated at Georgetown University, Law Center (J.D., 1971) and South Dakota State University (B.S. Mechanical, 1965). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Jefferson County and Colorado Bar Associations Virginia State Bar District of Columbia Bar. Serves clients in Golden, CO and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Jerald Joseph Devitt
- Jerald Joseph Devitt is a lawyer practicing municipal law, commercial law, real estate law and 5 other areas of law
- Jerald received a B.S. degree from South Dakota State University in 1965, and has been licensed for 55 years
- Jerald practices at Bradley Devitt Haas & Watkins, P.C. in Golden, CO
Practice Areas Explained
Jerald Joseph Devitt's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jerald Joseph Devitt handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Golden.
Probate in Golden
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Estate Planning & Probate in Golden
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
Jerald Joseph Devitt is one of 224,789 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Colorado →
Business & Corporate Law in Golden
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Jerald Joseph Devitt is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Colorado →
Real Estate Law in Golden
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Jerald Joseph Devitt is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Colorado →
Land Use & Zoning in Golden
Jerald Joseph Devitt is one of 39,875 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in Colorado →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Golden
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 Golden 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 venue, 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.
Golden Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Golden-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Golden Choose Jerald Joseph Devitt
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Jerald Joseph Devitt's practice in the field of probate, estate planning, business, real estate, and zoning.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Jerald Joseph Devitt brings 55+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Virginia, Colorado, and U.S. District Court, District of Colorado, Jerald Joseph Devitt can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering probate, estate planning, and business, Jerald Joseph Devitt can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Golden
A Golden-based practice means Jerald Joseph Devitt attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Jerald Joseph Devitt Handles in Golden
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