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THE LONGMONT LAW FIRM
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Trusted Colorado counsel for the decisions that matter.

Charles E. Liken Jr., Esq. and Senior Managing Paralegal Yazmin Vasquez37 combined years · one focused firm

Family Law & Divorce

Protect your kids, your home, your future.

Divorce, custody & support, property division — plus contempt & enforcement. Handled right from day one.

Explore Your Family Law Options → Criminal · DV · DUI Defense

The DA has a plan. So should you.

DUI, domestic violence, assault, drugs — defense from a former Colorado Deputy District Attorney who used to write those plans.

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Serving all of Colorado — every county, every courthouse.
Directly with CharlesStrictly ConfidentialFormer Colorado Deputy DA30+ Years in the Law
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On the Legal Front Lines Since 1995Over 30 years — Denver Human Services Investigator, Deputy District Attorney, CFI, Mediator & Criminal Defense Attorney
Deputy District Attorney12th Judicial District of Colorado · 2018–2020
Licensed Colorado Attorney Since 2003
A Dedicated TeamCharles & Yazmin on every case — 37+ years of combined experience.
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During your confidential consultation, Charles will take the time to understand your unique situation, identify your priorities, clarify realistic timelines, and outline a strategy for resolution.

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Your Team

When you reach out to The Longmont Law Firm, you reach Yazmin & Charles — who know your case. Your team, from first call to final order:

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Charles E. Liken Jr., Esq.

Attorney & Counselor at Law

Over 30 years in the legal system — 31 years and counting — and a Colorado attorney since 2003:

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Yazmin Vasquez

Senior Managing Paralegal · 7+ Years’ Experience

With 7+ years in Colorado law, Yazmin is everyone's first point of contact and the engine of the firm — Yazmin does it all: the calendar, every filing, and the entire client line. She collaborates with Charles on every single pleading, builds the exhibits, and preps every file he carries into a courtroom. Every deadline tracked, every document in order — nothing expires quietly, and nothing sits still on her watch. When an order comes down, you hear it from her first, in plain English. And because she and Charles work every case side by side, you never have to tell your story twice.

Meet the team the easy way — no obligation, no pressure.

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For All of Colorado

Colorado legal resources

21 solid tools and guides for all of Colorado.

NEWColorado CFI DirectoryAll 151 investigators, every districtNEWCommon-Law MarriageMarried? Take the free 20-question checkNEWLandlord LettersStatute-cited, copy & send freeNEWCivil Litigation & DisputesContracts, injury, judgmentsSmall Business PortalLLCs, 1099s, liens, getting paidPro Se Divorce Self-HelpDo it yourself, fully supported200+ Court FormsOfficial, searchable, always currentChild Support CalculatorThe real state formula, no sign-upMaintenance CalculatorAlimony amount & durationDUI Penalty EstimatorReal costs & penaltiesColorado Legal GlossaryPlain-English + the statutesVideo LibraryOfficial Colorado how-to videosExpandedEvery DV Program in CO47 shelters, county-searchablePet-Friendly SheltersNever leave a pet behindAddress ConfidentialityKeep your address privateBreak a Lease Safely (DV)End a lease early, by lawFile a Protection OrderThe steps + official formsVictim AdvocatesAll 23 Colorado districtsVictims’ Rights ActVerbatim + plain EnglishHelp Near You (Live Map)Shelters & advocates by distance
Client Reviews

Five stars on Google. Every single review.

★★★★★  5.0 rating from clients on Google

“Charles and Yazmin are absolutely amazing and caring. They handled everything professionally. I could not recommend them more, there are no words to truly express how much I highly, highly, recommend them.”
— C. Zaremba · Google review
“Charles and Yazmin are an amazing team. I went through what I would consider a very messy divorce, and they always knew exactly what to do. They were professional yet compassionate…”
— Carolyn J. · Google review
“I highly recommend Charles and his paralegal, Yazmin, for their exceptional legal support. They form an outstanding team, guiding me through a challenging life event with professionalism and care.”
— Jessica D. · Google review
“Absolutely amazing people!” “Thanks to their hard work, I was able to get everything I was asking for.” “Charles and Yazmin helped me and my husband with the stepparent adoption.”

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Join them — every case starts with a conversation. Twenty minutes, no charge: you talk, Charles listens, and you leave knowing where you actually stand.

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Practice Areas

The matters that touch you and your family

Over 30 years in the law, concentrated on the matters that touch you — and the people you love — the closest.

The Longmont Law Firm

Five-star rated — and the same two people on your case, first call to final order.

★ 5.0 on Google Former Colorado Deputy DA 37+ Years Court-Appointed CFI

Not sure which practice area you need? One call sorts it out.

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Colorado Small Business Support

LLCs, 1099s, contracts, liens & getting paid — the top 20 issues answered, with pinpoint C.R.S. citations and the official documents.

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Community Services — For All of Colorado

Two portals.

Community Service
Colorado Pro Se Divorce & Family Law Self-Help Handling your own divorce or custody case? The whole map — step-by-step process, 200+ official forms, calculators, videos, and draft landlord letters with the statutes built in. Open the Self-Help Center → Community Service
Colorado Small Business Support LLCs, 1099s, contracts, mechanics’ liens & getting paid — the top 20 small-business issues answered, with pinpoint C.R.S. citations and the official documents. Open the Business Portal →
THE LONGMONT LAW FIRM
Charles E. Liken Jr., Esq.
Attorney & Counselor at Law
Meet Your Attorney

Counsel you can level with

Charles has worked in the legal system since 1995 — over 30 years and counting. He began at the Allegheny County District Attorney's Office in Pittsburgh as a paralegal, was promoted to A.R.D. investigator, then came west to Colorado in 1997: more than 700 civil and criminal investigations for the City & County of Denver (1997–2003), criminal prosecution as a Deputy District Attorney in Colorado's 12th Judicial District (2018–2020), and twenty-plus years of private practice, most recently leading a Longmont firm's legal team as Senior Managing Attorney, before founding The Longmont Law Firm.

Clients call him brutally honest — he calls it respect. You'll get a realistic read on your case, clear options, and a strategy matched to your goals and your budget.

  • J.D., University of Denver Sturm College of Law (2002)
  • Mediator & Child & Family Investigator (CFI)
  • Deputy District Attorney — 12th Judicial District (2018–2020)
  • Charles E. Liken Jr., Esq. — Colorado attorney since 2003
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How We Work

A clear path from first call to resolution

1

Consultation

We listen first — your situation, your priorities, and what a good outcome looks like for you.

2

Preparation

Thorough case preparation backed by an investigator's eye for the facts that decide cases.

3

Negotiation & Litigation

Strategic negotiation where possible; prepared, assertive courtroom advocacy where necessary.

4

Resolution

Final resolution with ongoing support — you'll understand every order, deadline, and next step.

Step 1 is a conversation — start it today.

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Interactive Tools

Let’s get you some answers

Statute-based Colorado calculators and a plain-English glossary — instant, and no email required.

Also: check a Colorado court date.

Colorado Legal News & Insights

What's changing in Colorado law

Plain-English updates on family, criminal & DUI, and estate matters — Colorado-focused, watching the national trends that reach our courtrooms.

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THE LONGMONT LAW FIRM
Charles E. Liken Jr., Esq.
Attorney & Counselor at Law

Live your life. We'll watch the law.

A no-charge 20-minute call with Charles — straight answers today, before small questions become big problems.

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