Atty. John Tatlock
Named one of SuperLawyers’ Top 100 Colorado attorneys, one of the Best Lawyers in America in 2014, 2015, and 2016 in Family Law, and an eight-time Colorado SuperLawyer - for Family Law in 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, and 2017 and for Business Litigation in 2006 and 2007 - John Tatlock concentrates on complex family law litigation and appeals, especially those involving significant assets, businesses, and challenging legal issues. As Special Counsel for Epstein Patierno, LLP, John is a highly skilled trial attorney with more than 20 years of experience representing clients in federal and state
Family Law Cases & More Attorney · Serving Denver, CO · 38+ Years Experience
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About John Tatlock at a Glance
John Tatlock is a divorce, child custody, family law, business, and real estate attorney based in Denver, Colorado, practicing at Epstein Patierno, LLP. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Admitted to practice in Colorado (1988). Educated at University of Denver (J.D., 1988) and University of Iowa (M.A. Wichita, 1972). Active member of Denver Bar Association. Serves clients in Denver, CO and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About John Tatlock
- Named one of SuperLawyers’ Top 100 Colorado attorneys, one of the Best Lawyers in America in 2014, 2015, and 2016 in Family Law, and an eight-time Colorado SuperLawyer - for Family Law in 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, and 2017 and for Business Litigation in 2006 and 2007 - John Tatlock concentrates on complex family law litigation and appeals, especially those involving significant assets, businesses, and challenging legal issues
- As Special Counsel for Epstein Patierno, LLP, John is a highly skilled trial attorney with more than 20 years of experience representing clients in federal and state courts on complex litigation matters involving significant commercial disputes, mass torts, product liability claims, and securities fraud
- In addition, he has represented private equity firms in fund formation negotiations, mergers and acquisitions of fund portfolio companies, and corporate governance issues. has also recognized John as a Top Rated Family Law Attorney
- John is a graduate of Wichita State University, a former Teaching-Research Fellow in Political Science at the University of Iowa, and a graduate of the University of Denver College of Law
- He was a member of the Political Science faculty at the University of Houston and, later, a public policy and government relations specialist at a large, multinational oil company
- John and Laurie moved to Denver in 1985
- Their daughters, Erin and Beth, are both graduates of Willamette University in Salem, Oregon, working in the distilled spirits and ski industries, respectively
Practice Areas Explained
John Tatlock's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Tatlock handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Denver.
Divorce in Denver
A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
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Child Custody & Visitation in Denver
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Family Law in Denver
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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Business & Corporate Law in Denver
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
John Tatlock is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Colorado →
Real Estate Law in Denver
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Denver
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 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.
Denver Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Denver-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 Denver Choose John Tatlock
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 John Tatlock's practice in the field of divorce, child custody, family law, business, and real estate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
John Tatlock brings 38+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering divorce, child custody, and family law, John Tatlock can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Denver
A Denver-based practice means John Tatlock 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 John Tatlock Handles in Denver
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters John Tatlock has experience with under Colorado law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact John Tatlock directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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