Sanger Law, LLC

Following over thirty years as a trial lawyer in the family law arena, I have retired my litigation practice and am focused on

PC/DM (Parenting Coordinator and Decision Maker) appointments,

Guardian ad Litem "GAL",

Childs Legal Representative "CLR",

mediation and arbitration.

Prior to the practice of law, I was a mental health professional and hold a graduate degree in Psychology. I have been appointed over the years as a Special Master, PC/DM, mediator, CFI, Special Advocate, Evaluator, Guardian ad Litem "GAL", Childs Legal Representative "CLR", and presenter to the Colorado Bar Association. I have held an AV rating from Martindale-Hubbell, for decades. I am also a recipient of the Client Champion Award, as well as various additional recognitions.

With an understanding of the importance of the process of conflict on children, and the need to seek a resolution in recognition of the effects on families in conflict, all efforts are directed to assist the parties in reaching consensus. However, at times this is not possible, and therefore a recognition of the necessity to enter a comprehensive and enforceable findings and order, if acting in a DM or Special Master or Arbiter role. All orders submitted to a Court in this capacity have been approved and made an order of the court.

Information on hourly rate and retainer available by inquiry

Qualifications

Education

Legal:

University of Denver College of Law, J.D. June 1986

Contributing Author, Amici Curiae Brief to the Inter-American Court of Human Rights

Phi Delta Phi Legal Fraternity - Vice Magister

Queens College, Oxford University, England Summer Session, 1985

Oklahoma City University College of Law, 1982-1983 Invitation to Moot Court

Graduate:

University of Northern Colorado, M.A. Psychology, 1977 Honor Roll; A.P.G.A.

Undergraduate:

Oklahoma State University, B.S. Psychology, 1972

Experience

Legal:

Jordon T. Sanger, L.L.C., 2/2001 to Present

Practice currently limited to Parenting Coordinator/Decision-Maker role, mediation, and arbitration.

Sanger and Svitavsky, L.L.C., 1/1998 - 2/2001

Jordon T. Sanger, 3/1990 - 1/1998

Private practice of law, emphasizing family law. Various court appointments associated with high conflict domestic relations cases. Appointments as Child and Family Investigator, Parenting Coordinator, Decision-Maker, Child’s Legal Representative, Special Advocate, Guardian ad Litem, Special Master and Arbitrator. Qualification as a Court appointed custody evaluator. Mediation services also provided.

Stark and Niermann, P.C., 158 Filmore, Denver, CO 80206; 4/1989 - 3/1990

As one of the premier domestic relations law firms in Denver, I was afforded an opportunity to litigate complex domestic cases often inclusive of significant financial assets.

Hughs, Pelz, Leach, Clikemen and Marcucci,P.C., 4155 E. Jewell, Denver, CO; 11/1986 - 5/1988 Initially employed as an associate in the domestic relations division. Advanced to become director of the division, and later of counsel to the firm. High volume case load afforded an opportunity for significant exposure to the practice, as well as extensive litigation experience.

Professional Advancement

Guest lecturer at University of Denver, Psy.D. program regarding issues pertaining to mental health and the dissolution process in Colorado. Various professional activities including faculty participation and instruction at the Institute for Advanced Legal Studies University of Denver College of Law; CFI presentation at 2019 Family Law Conference; Guardian ad litem training program, faculty and moderator; Metropolitan Interdisciplinary Committee on Child Custody, Child Custody Conference; and numerous seminars conferences, etc. AV and Client Champion Gold Martindale-Hubbell ratings.

Mental Health

Ten years prior to admission to law school was devoted to the mental health profession. Varied background includes inter alia:

D.T.C. Medical Center, Englewood, Colorado

Private Practice of Psychology: Practice included individual, couples, marital and group orientation.

Rainbow House Treatment Facility, New Port Richie, Florida. Program coordinator and therapist: Supervision and training of all staff, community liaison, family and individual therapy.

University of Northern Colorado, Greeley, Colorado Instructor and Counselor: Instruction in special programs for students not prepared for college admission.

Human Development Center, New Port Richie, Florida Adult Outpatient Therapist: Providing mental health services to the community, clients presenting a broad range of diagnosis, crisis intervention, evaluation for hospitalization.

Presbyterian Hospital, Chemical Dependency Unit, Family Therapist: Treating families of patients suffering from chemical dependency, with patient involvement. Family group therapy.

Putnam City School District, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma Group Therapist: Treatment of high school students for chemical dependencies and preventative treatment.

Oklahoma Department of Social Services, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma Social Service Worker: Own home and child protection services. Investigation and intervention pursuant to statutory and regulatory mandate.

Professional Affiliations

Interdisciplinary Conference on Child Custody

American Association of Counseling and Development

Metropolitan Denver Interdisciplinary Committee

Colorado Bar Association

Arapahoe Bar Association

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