Stephen A. Hess

For more than 30 years, John Wylie has focused on advising religious nonprofit organizations, as well as other charitable, sports, healthcare and educational institutions. John not only brings technical expertise to his practice, but also has a deep understanding of nonprofit organizations and a unique sensitivity to their priorities and legal needs. His experience includes advising boards and senior management teams on legal structure, governance and personnel policies, First Amendment and o...

Richard Travis is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Family Law and Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs. Richard, who practices law in Colorado Springs, Colorado, has been recognized since 2023. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Richard is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Randy Canney has devoted his legal career to defending the accused and has three decades of experience. He handles all criminal cases from serious felonies to misdemeanor and traffic cases. Mr. Canney is listed in Best Lawyers in America, maintains an “AV” rating by Martindale Hubbell, which is the highest ethical and professional rating awarded by this national recognized rating directory, and has been selected as a “Colorado Superlawyer” every year from 2007 until pr...

Carl O. Graham is the managing partner of Graham.Law , a Colorado Springs divorce & family law firm. He was an Army JAG officer from 1992 to 2000, whereupon he entered private practice as a family law attorney. Carl received his B.Sc. in Politics & International Studies from the University of Southampton in the United Kingdom in 1988, and his J.D. from the UCLA School of Law in 1991. He has been chair of the El Paso County Family Law Section, and been a leader in many state & loca...

Raymond Deeny combines a robust practice in traditional labor law with unrivaled success in federal and state court jury trials on employment-related claims. Each year, Ray arbitrates 50 or more cases across the country, participates in numerous NLRB proceedings, and represents companies in three to four employment-related trials. The vast majority of his trials are presented to juries and result in pro-employer verdicts. Ray has been lead counsel in numerous class and collective actions, inc...

Richard F. Bednarski is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Criminal Defense: General Practice. Richard F., who practices law in Colorado Springs, Colorado, has been recognized since 2020. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Richard F. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Tahli is the Senior Attorney at Graham Law, in the heart of Colorado Springs. She attended the University of Colorado, earning degrees in both Finance and International Business, graduating magna cum laude. She later earned her law degree from the University of Denver, Sturm College of Law, with an emphasis in Human Rights Law. Tahli is a member of several state and local legal organizations, including American Bar Association; Colorado Bar Association; El Paso County Bar Association; Douglas...

John Melcon is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Litigation - Labor and Employment and Nonprofit / Charities Law. John, who practices law in Colorado Springs, Colorado, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which John is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Elaine Nolen is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate Law and Mergers and Acquisitions Law. Elaine, who practices law in Colorado Springs, Colorado, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Elaine is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

William R. Reed is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Appellate Practice, Commercial Litigation and Insurance Law. William R., who practices law in Colorado Springs, Colorado, has been recognized since 2021. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which William R. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.