- Divorce
- GuardianshipEstablishing an estate plan is one of the most important steps you can take to protect you and your family. Proper estate planning not only puts you in charge of your finances, it can also spare your loved ones of the expense, delay and frustration associated with managing your affairs when you pass away or become disabled. One of the basics of proper estate planning is to determine whether a Will or Living Trust is best for your specific circumstances. A well-crafted estate plan provides for you and your loved ones with the ability to avoid expensive guardianship proceedings during your lifetime, probate at death, estate taxes and unnecessary delays. Once your estate plan is in place, you will have peace of mind knowing that you have provided for yourself and your family in case the worst happens. Though Sells Law Firm no longer performs these services, we are happy to provide a referral to an experienced attorney who can best assist you with your estate planning and probate administration needs.
- Theft
- Corporate LawSells Law Firm has been serving the residents and businesses of the mountain community and the Denver metropolitan area since 1983. The firm maintains an "AV" rating by Martindale Hubbell, which is the highest professional and ethical rating awarded by the nationally recognized rating agency. We offer expertise in Real Estate, Business, LLC and Corporate Formation, and Construction.
- Business FormationReal Estate; Business; Buying & Selling of Businesses; Business Formation; General Litigation; Trials; Estate Planning and Wills; Employment; Construction Law; Banking; Licensing.
- Business TransactionsOur attorneys’ prepare all required organizational agreements for corporations and limited liability companies. We have guided clients through complex business transactions such as mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, dispositions, financings, executive compensation and others. We provide counsel to and serve the transactional needs of companies in and around Colorado, including a select group of emerging companies, in a variety of industries. Our attorneys’ corporate experience covers privately held and publicly traded entities in diverse industries and professions, including, construction, real estate development, technology, solar and other energy sources, manufacturing, financial institutions and banking, physician practice groups and healthcare, resorts and many others.
- Limited Liability CompaniesA popular form of limited liability company in Colorado is the single member entity. The IRS has authorized the creation of single member limited liability companies. The individual member of the LLC may elect to report the income and expenses of the LLC on Schedule C of his or her individual tax return.
- Real Estate LitigationSells Law Firm is dedicated to developing creative and dynamic transactional solutions for its clients. It is able to deliver solutions through its extensive experience in both simple and complex real estate matters. The firm’s attorneys assist with the preparation of purchase and sale agreements and leases, title and survey review, 1031 exchanges, loan agreements, and homeowners’ association documents.
- Construction LitigationColorado construction claims generally are governed by a two year statute of limitations. This means a claim generally must be filed within two years after the claim for relief arises. A claim for relief arises when there is a “manifestation of a defect in the improvement [that] ultimately causes the injury” or is discoverable with the exercise of reasonable diligence. With some exceptions, the outside time limit for bringing a case against a construction professional is six years after the substantial completion of the improvement.
- Real Estate TransactionsSells Law Firm is experienced in residential and commercial real estate transactions. We represent buyers and sellers of residential and commercial properties. The firm develops transactional solutions that accomplish the client’s objectives within the context of the applicable federal and state regulations. The firm is adept at guiding clients through the perilous process of property acquisition and sales through comprehensive due diligence reviews producing all of the information needed for making sound, informed investment decisions.
- Land Use and Zoning
- Estate PlanningIf you have experienced a significant change in the value of your estate, it is prudent to have your estate plan reviewed. A significant increase in the value of your estate may cause your estate to become subject to additional taxes. Fortunately, you may be able to take advantage of additional estate planning tools to alleviate those new tax concerns. On the other hand, a significant decrease in the value of your estate may lessen the tax burdens that once threatened your estate. A reduced estate value may provide you with the opportunity to simplify your estate plan and consequently reduce the costs associated with administering your estate.
- Wills
- TrustsWith careful estate planning techniques, proper steps can be taken to mitigate the risks of causing a beneficiary to lose their benefits all because of an inheritance you left behind for them with good intentions. A possible solution could be the use of a special needs trust in your estate plan, wherein you create a trust for the beneficiary with special needs and direct their share of your inheritance to go directly to his or her special needs trust… not to the beneficiary directly. If the conveyance is properly executed and the special needs trust is properly drafted, the beneficiary should be able to benefit from the trust you have set up for them all while still remaining eligible for their government aid.
- Power of AttorneyA proper estate plan is one of the most valuable assets you can leave to your family. A comprehensive estate plan will provide clarity, guidance, and stability for the family you love. However, your estate plan is only effective if it is up to date... adapting to changes and mitigating new challenges. Along with other events, it is wise to have your estate plan reviewed and possibly modified if you: (1) Experience a significant change in the value of your estate; (2) Purchase or sell real estate outside of Colorado; (3) Wish to change beneficiaries, guardians, personal representatives, powers of attorney, or trustees; or (4) Planned your estate more than three years ago.
- Probate
- ForeclosureIn response to recommendations from the Colorado Bar Association, Colorado has established a foreclosure hotline to assist homeowners facing foreclosure. The toll free number is 1-877-601-4673 and connects callers with local HUD approved housing counseling agencies to assist with working out a positive resolution to their mortgage delinquency or foreclosure.