Atty. Mike Waters

Atty. Mike Waters

During his 36-year career as a lawyer, Mike has established a reputation as a skilled trial lawyer, litigator, and leader in the Colorado Springs legal community. He specializes in civil litigation, personal injury, contract law, and mediation.

Colorado Springs Colorado Springs 46 yrs experience 46 year
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Profile Summary

About Mike Waters at a glance

Mike Waters is a Member based in Colorado Springs, Colorado, practicing at Waters, Kubik and Cassens, Attorneys at Law. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on contracts, personal injury, product liability, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Colorado (1980), U.S. District Court, District of Colorado (1980), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit (1980). Educated at Washburn University of Topeka (J.D., 1980) and Kansas State University (B.S. Business, 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Colorado Springs, CO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • During his 36-year career as a lawyer, Mike has established a reputation as a skilled trial lawyer, litigator, and leader in the Colorado Springs legal community
  • He specializes in civil litigation, personal injury, contract law, and mediation
  • His past experience as an insurance adjustor adds to his perspective in the mediation of personal injury cases
  • Education Mike attended Kansas State University where he received a B.S. in Political Science and Business Administration (both cum laude)
  • He graduated from Washburn Law School in 1980 and began practicing law with Rector, Rutherford, Mullen & Johnson in Colorado Springs, working on insurance defense and product liability cases
  • Experience Mike expanded his practice in Colorado Springs to general litigation, personal injury, contracts, and mediations
  • At Jones & Waters, he built a reputation as an exceptional trial lawyer and mediator—a reputation that has solidified his position in the Colorado Springs legal community
  • Affiliations Mike sat on the Board of Governors for the Colorado Bar Association
  • He has also served as a trustee and treasurer of the El Paso County Bar Association
  • In addition to his roles in the legal community, Mike is a board member for Partners in Housing
  • After Hours When he isn’t in the courtroom or the boardroom, Mike spends his time in the outdoors with his wife
  • He recently finished climbing all of the 14ers in Colorado
  • He also enjoys biking, skiing and spending time with his numerous pets

Practice Areas Explained

Mike Waters's Areas of Practice

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

Contracts

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Personal Injury

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.

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Product Liability

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Civil Litigation

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Insurance 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 Colorado Springs 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 Mike Waters

Where is Mike Waters's law office located?
Mike Waters's law practice is located in Colorado Springs, Colorado. The firm is Waters, Kubik and Cassens, Attorneys at Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Mike Waters handle?
Mike Waters focuses on contracts, personal injury, product liability, litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Colorado.
How long has Mike Waters practiced law?
Mike Waters has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did Mike Waters go to law school?
Mike Waters earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.S. Business, 1975).
How can I contact Mike Waters for a consultation?
You can contact Mike Waters directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Mike Waters received?
Mike Waters's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Washburn University of Topeka
- 1980
B.S. Business
Kansas State University
- 1975

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Colorado
Admitted: 1980
U.S. District Court, District of Colorado
Admitted: 1980
U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit
Admitted: 1980

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