Child and Animal Welfare Attorney in Denver, Colorado
RANTS: People walking around staring at their cell phones, completely unaware of the live people and action around them (myself included as I sit here blogging in the airport). Fast Food. Unnecessary C-Sections and medicated births. Formula. “Educational” Television Programming for kids. RAVES: Parents who limit their own “screen time” in front of their children. [...]
Gabriela Sandoval, Esq., CFI, CWLS offers legal and investigative services related to the welfare and interest of children as well as legal representation related to disputes involving animals. She is listed on the mandatory Child & Family Investigator (CFI) Eligibility Roster and accepts both private and state-pay cases. To learn more about Gabriela’s work as a CFI, visit her Blog by clicking on the blue CFI Blog button above.
Gabriela is a board certified Child Welfare Law Specialist and served as a Guardian ad Litem from 2007 to 2012 in the Denver Juvenile Court, representing the best interests of children. She has performed countless independent investigations and made as many recommendations to the court and parties. Gabriela’s experience and concentration in this area has resulted in her ability to work effectively with high conflict families. Her recommendations are thoughtful, creative and practical. Her recommendations have covered a wide range of ages - children as young as newborn and youth as old as 21 years.
In addition to providing recommendations for families engaged in high-conflict relationships and litigation, Gabriela also has experience crafting recommendations for families struggling with the following issues: domestic violence, physical abuse, emotional abuse, neglect, substance abuse, cognitive and developmental delays, dual-diagnosis, and sex abuse allegations. As a CFI, Gabriela will work to create the best recommendation for your family that will serve in the children’s best interest.
In the absence of extraordinary circumstances where excess fees may be granted by the court, Gabriela completes her investigation and waives any amounts due above the state caps.
Gabriela has a passion for helping children and families in conflict. She will diligently work to learn about your family and your children’s individual needs in an effort to ensure her recommendation to the court makes the most sense for your family.
Gabriela was recognized for her work on behalf of children and animals: Read it now. Check out Gabriela’s article on breed bans and her article about pets and domestic violence. Read Gabriela’s article published in the April 2010 edition of The Colorado Lawyer about child-friendly courtrooms and court facility dogs.
Specific areas of practice include, but are not limited to:
Child Welfare
Animal Welfare
I will actively listen to your unique situation, discuss litigation and alternatives and provide responsive, professional legal services at a reasonable price.
If you are involved in a domestic dispute and allocation of parental responsibilities is at issue, I can speak with your attorney about serving as your court appointed CFI.
Whatever your issues or concerns may be regarding Animal Welfare, you are entitled to a discounted consultation with Gabriela Sandoval. During the initial consultation Gabriela will explain your rights and options so that you have the ability to make informed decisions.
To schedule your confidential legal consultation, call our office at 303.954.4580 or send your request via e-mail.