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John L. Eckelberry has been practicing law in Colorado since 1998. He is the founding member of Eckelberry Law Firm established in 2006, which is focused in the areas of family law and bankruptcy. During his more than 20 years of practice, John has helped hundreds of client's achieve personal and financial "fresh starts", while developing short and long term life plans. Having previously been a partner as well as special counsel in larger firm settings, John has an understanding of the positive aspects of detail oriented firm representation, while also recognizing the benefits of a more client focused, small firm approach. John prides himself on providing the best possible legal representation for the least amount of cost possible. His diverse legal background has allowed him to gain experinece in many other areas of the law, including real estate, personal injury, employment, landlord/tenant, business, criminal, and contract law.

Education

John received his Juris Doctorate from the University of Denver, College of Law in 1998. He received his Bachelor of Arts Degree in history from the University of Colorado at Boulder in 1994. While studying at CU, John was a member of the Golden Key National Honor Society.

Awards and Distinctions

  • John was recently selected by his peers for inclusion in the 2020 edition of The Best Lawyers in America for his work in Family Law.

  • John has been acknowledged as a “Superlawyer” for 2014-2019 as well as a "Rising Star" in 2010-2013 by Colorado Superlawyers.

  • AV Rated by Martindale-Hubble

  • Avvo rated “10.0 Superb”

Published Decisions

  • In re Marriage of Boettcher, 2019CO81 (Colorado Supreme Court, September 23, 2019)
  • In re Marriage of Boettcher, 2018COA34 (Colorado Court of Appeals, March 8, 2018)
  • In re Marriage of Gromiko, 387 P.3d 58 (Colo. 2017) *Assisted with briefing*
  • In re Interest of S.N.V and Concerning C.A.T.C., 284 P.3d 187 (Colo. App. 2011)
  • In re Marriage of Ikeler, 161 P.3d 663 (Colo. 2007)
  • In re Marriage of Ikeler, 148 P .3d 347 (Colo. App. 2006)

Unpublished Decisions

  • In re Marriage of Nepomuceno, Not Selected for Publication, Announced August 1, 2019, by Colorado Court of Appeals Publications.
  • In re Marriage of Sartorello, Not Selected for Publication, Announced October 25, 2018, by Colorado Court of Appeals Publications.
  • In re Marriage of Berryman, Not Selected for Publication, Announced March 5, 2018, by Colorado Court of Appeals Publications.
  • In re Marriage of Kuciapinski, Not Selected for Publication, Announced April 6, 2017 by Colorado Court of Appeals Publications.
  • In re Marriage of Johnson, Not Selected for Publication, Announced February 16, 2017, by Colorado Court of Appeals Publications.
  • In re Allocation of Parental Responsibilities of T.D.L., Not Selected for Publication, Announced March 27, 2014 by Colorado Court of Appeals Publications.
  • In re Marriage of St. Pierre-Nguyen v. Nguyen, Not Selected for Publication, Announced April 25, 2013 by Colorado Court of Appeals Publications.
  • In re Marriage of Carter, Not Selected for Publication, Announced April 26, 2012 by Colorado Court of Appeals Publications.
  • In re Dufour v. Jordan, Not Selected for Publication, Announced September 15, 2011 by Colorado Court of Appeals Publications.
  • In re the Marriage of O’Brien, Not Published, Announced April 24, 2008 by Colorado Court of Appeals Publications

Publications

  • “Clerical Mistakes in Family Law Cases” Family Law Section Newsletter, Summer Issue, 2013.
  • “MontClarion”, a Denver, Colorado magazine. 4-part article Fall 2010-Summer 2011.
  • John was an editor for the Domestic Relations Law & Orders Bench Book, released in 2006, 2009, 2014, 2016, and 2018.
  • "The State of Voluntary Unemployment and Underemployment in Colorado" The Colorado Lawyer, November Issue, 2005.

Professional Associations

  • John is a former member of the Executive Council of the Family Law Section of the Colorado Bar Association having served as the 2013-2014 Chair for the Section.
  • John is a former member of the Board of Directors member of the Metro Volunteer Lawyers, an organization that recruits and coordinates volunteer lawyers to perform free and low-cost legal services for people with no or very low income.
  • John previously chaired the mentoring committees for the Family Law Section of the CBA and for Metro Volunteer Lawyers. John believes the mentoring role is invaluable in the legal profession and provides rewarding experiences for all individuals involved.
  • John is a member of the Denver, Arapahoe, and Jefferson County Bar Associations.
  • John is former board member of FACES - Family Advocacy, Care, Education & Support, a non-profit organization in Denver; whose vision was to prevent child abuse, neglect, and family violence.
  • John is a Fellow of the Colorado Bar Foundation.

Seminars

  • Non-teaching Faculty for the Family Evidence Practicum, May 23, 2019
  • “Nuts and Bolts: Practical Considerations for Integrating Unbundled Legal Services”, Colorado Legal Education, May 31, 2017
  • “Death of a Party: Probate Implications for Domestic Relations Cases”, Family Law Institute, August 5, 2016
  • Non-teaching Faculty for the Family Evidence Practicum, May 6, 2016
  • "Bankruptcy Basic Skills," Family Law Basic Skills Program, February 11, 2016.
  • "Mentoring," Family Law Basic Skills Program, February 11, 2016.
  • “Collection Strategies in Domestic Relations Cases”, Family Law Institute, August 7, 2015.
  • “Bankruptcy: What You Need to Know for Domestic Relations Cases”, Judicial Domestic Relations Institute, June 2, 2015.
  • "Bankruptcy Basic Skills," Family Law Basic Skills Program, February 12, 2015.
  • "Mentoring," Family Law Basic Skills Program, February 12, 2015.
  • “Hearsay Evidence”, 2014 Annual Judicial Conference, September 11, 2014.
  • “Impact of Bankruptcy on Domestic Relations”, Judicial Domestic Relations Institute, June 6, 2014.
  • Moderator for the "Judges Panel on New Spousal Maintenance Statute," Family Law Section Luncheon, March 21, 2014.
  • "Bankruptcy Basic Skills," Family Law Basic Skills Program, February 6, 2014.
  • "Mentoring," Family Law Basic Skills Program, February 6, 2014.
  • Program Chair for the 2013 Family Law Institute, August 9-11, 2013
  • "Hearsay Evidence," Family Law Evidence Practicum, March 13, 2013
  • "Bankruptcy Basic Skills," Family Law Basic Skills Program, February 7, 2013.
  • "Mentoring," Family Law Basic Skills Program, February 7, 2013.
  • "Unbundled Representation," National Pro Bono Celebration Training, October 24, 2012.
  • “Bankruptcy Basic Skills," Family Law Basic Skills Program, February 24, 2012.
  • "Mentoring," Family Law Basic Skills Program, February 24, 2012.
  • Moderator for the "Judges Panel on Business Valuations," Family Law Section Luncheon, February 10, 2012.
  • "Basic Evidence Fundamentals for Use in Family Law Cases”, National Pro Bono Celebration Training, October 26, 2011.
  • "Immigration at the Crossroads," ALIA conference, September 16, 2011.
  • "Impeachment Evidence," Family Law Evidence Practicum, May 14, 2011
  • "Same Sex Rights & Family Law - Protecting the Non-Traditional Family in a System of Tradition," University of Denver College of Law, April 4, 2011.
  • “Bankruptcy Basic Skills," Family Law Basic Skills Program, February 18, 2011.
  • "Mentoring," Family Law Basic Skills Program, February 18, 2011.
  • Moderator for the "Judges Panel on Attorney Fees," Family Law Section Luncheon, February 11, 2011.
  • "Family Law Issues Affecting Your Immigration Practice," ALIA Luncheon, October 13, 2010.
  • "Anatomy of a Family Law Case," National Pro Bono Celebration Training, October 29, 2009.
  • "Bankruptcy 101," Family Law Fall Update, October 23, 2009.
  • "Bankruptcy 101," Family Law Institute, August 9, 2009.
  • "Allocation of Parental Responsibilities," MDIC Luncheon, February 5, 2008.
  • "Equitable Divorce Settlements," National Business Institute, December 10, 2007.
  • "Preventing Critical Financial Mistakes During Divorces," National Business Institute, September 27, 2007.
  • "Working with the Imperfect Client: The Ten Commandments of Client Management," Family Law Institute, August 12, 2007.
  • "Dissolution and Bankruptcy," Family Law Section Luncheon, March 2007.
  • "Relocation," Arapahoe County Bar Association, October 27, 2005.
  • "Domestic Law in Colorado," National Business Institute, June 2005.
  • "Exploring Essential Issues in Domestic Law," National Business Institute, March 2003.

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