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Michael R. Stiff is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Tax Law and Trusts and Estates. Michael R. practices law in Denver, Colorado Best Lawyers has recognized Michael R. Stiff since 2010. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Michael R. Stiff is held by other lawyers.

Ryan Lessmann is the office managing principal of the Denver, Colorado, and Salt Lake City, Utah offices and is a client solutions leader of Jackson Lewis P.C. He practices primarily in the area of employment litigation, including representing employers against claims alleging discrimination, retaliation, and wrongful termination, matters involving trade secret protection, restrictive covenants and unfair competition, and various contract issues. Ryan also counsels and defends employers in wa...

Strategic litigator with a collaborative approach oriented toward solving her clients’ most difficult problems. Expertise in resolving pre-litigation disputes, complex commercial litigation and government investigations. Helps clients resolve business disputes while minimizing financial impact. Carrie Johnson focuses on litigation related to complex contract, corporate governance, fiduciary duty, fraud and securities issues. In particular, she has extensive expertise in managing both in...

Christopher T. Patrick is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Employment Law - Management and Litigation - Labor and Employment. Christopher T. practices law in Denver, Colorado Best Lawyers has recognized Christopher T. Patrick since 2021. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Christopher T. Patrick is held by other lawyers.

Jen is an experienced and compassionate criminal defense attorney whose practice focuses on achieving the best possible outcome for each client. While she appreciates that each case is unique, she knows that zealous advocacy always starts with the same thing: compassionately listening to her client. She understands that trust is the cornerstone of any attorney-client relationship and takes great care to establish trust with each client through thoughtful and clear communication. Over the cour...

Nicola has dedicated her legal career to the practice of family law. Nicola’s practice is settlement-focused, as that is usually what is most favorable to her clients. Nicola excels in negotiation and mediation, working to obtain optimal resolutions for her clients outside of the courtroom. However, when litigation becomes necessary, Nicola is a fierce advocate for her clients. With a penchant for thorough preparation, Nicola is confident and effective in the courtroom. Nicola handles a...

Neil Oberfeld assists developers, institutions and investors in real estate and general business matters. Neil concentrates his practice on real estate and business investment, acquisition, development and finance transactions; retail, office and industrial lease transactions; joint venture and fund formation and investment; secured and commercial loan transactions; and property tax assessment. Neil has wide-ranging experience in green leasing and has been involved in all phases of sustainabl...

Curtis J. Bankers is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Tax Law and Trusts and Estates. Curtis J. practices law in Denver, Colorado Best Lawyers has recognized Curtis J. Bankers since 2027. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Curtis J. Bankers is held by other lawyers.

About Banafsheh Banafsheh Lari is an associate attorney with Ciancio Ciancio Brown, P.C. and a member of the Family Law Team. Banafsheh earned her Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and International Affairs with an emphasis on the Middle East from the University of Colorado at Boulder in 2012. She earned her Juris Doctor from the University of Denver Sturm College of Law in 2015. Banafsheh began her legal career as a law clerk in Adams County District Court primarily for the Honorable Jac...

Nicole Westbrook is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Corporate Law and Litigation - Real Estate. Nicole practices law in Denver, Colorado Best Lawyers has recognized Nicole Westbrook since 2024. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Nicole Westbrook is held by other lawyers.