Atty. John Michael Stafford

Atty. John Michael Stafford

John Michael Stafford is a lawyer practicing oil and gas law, mining law, environmental law and 1 other area of law. John received a B.S. degree from Syracuse University in 1978, and has been licensed for 30 years.

Highlands Ranch Highlands Ranch 30 yrs experience 30 year
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Profile Summary

About John Michael Stafford at a glance

John Michael Stafford is a V.P. & Gen. Coun. based in Highlands Ranch, Colorado. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Their practice focuses on contracts, environmental, and energy. Admitted to practice in Wisconsin (1996) and Colorado (1997). Educated at University of Denver (J.D., 1996) and Syracuse University (B.S. Texas, 1978). Serands clients in Highlands Ranch, CO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John Michael Stafford is a lawyer practicing oil and gas law, mining law, environmental law and 1 other area of law
  • John received a B.S. degree from Syracuse University in 1978, and has been licensed for 30 years
  • John practices in Highlands Ranch, CO

Practice Areas Explained

John Michael Stafford's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Michael Stafford handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Contracts

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Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

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Energy & Utilities Law

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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 Highlands Ranch 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John Michael Stafford

Where is John Michael Stafford's law office located?
John Michael Stafford's law practice is located in Highlands Ranch, Colorado. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Michael Stafford handle?
John Michael Stafford focuses on contracts, environmental, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Colorado.
How long has John Michael Stafford practiced law?
John Michael Stafford has 30+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1996.
Where did John Michael Stafford go to law school?
John Michael Stafford earned their education at (J.D., 1996); (B.S. Texas, 1978).
How can I contact John Michael Stafford for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Denver
- 1996
B.S. Texas
Syracuse University
- 1978

Bar Admissions

Wisconsin
Admitted: 1996
Colorado
Admitted: 1997

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