Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Additional Information
Professionallicensure
Affiliations
Honorabledistinctions
Locations
Publications
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Lori Hulbert

Sterling,Colorado

Summary

Accomplished Attorney offering a 24-year record of supporting clients in legal matters. Communicates clearly and effectively with clients, opposing counsel, jurors and judges. Adept at developing lasting professional relationships.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Special Counsel

SGR, LLC
12.2019 - Current
  • Manage Litigation Practice Group
  • Lead Counsel on civil litigation matters including dissolutions and fiduciary matters
  • In house counsel for numerous business organizations, including compliance and filings
  • In house counsel for non-profit organization
  • Counsel to several high-net-worth families, employ drafting techniques estates and trusts that utilize tax planning strategies, guide trust and estate administration, assist with all domestic issues.
  • Mentored junior attorneys and paralegals, fostering supportive work environment focused on professional growth.
  • Delivered persuasive oral arguments in court, resulting in successful rulings for clients.
  • Served as a trusted advisor for both individual clients and organizations seeking specialized legal counsel.

Director

Fairfield & Woods, P.C.
10.2018 - 12.2019
  • Manage Civil Litigation / Business Practice Group
  • Boosted client satisfaction rates through exceptional relationship management and prompt resolution of issues.

Owner

Hulbert & Associates, LLC
08.2014 - 10.2018
  • Manage Civil Litigation Practice Group
  • Lead Counsel on numerous business litigation matters including dissolutions and fiduciary matters
  • In house counsel for numerous business organizations, including compliance and filings
  • In house counsel for non-profit organization
  • Counsel to several high net worth families where I am responsible for estate and trust planning, administration and dealing with all domestic issues.
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
  • Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.

Owner

Brown & Hulbert, LLC
01.2010 - 08.2014
  • Manage Litigation / Business Practice Group
  • Lead Counsel on numerous business litigation matters including dissolutions and fiduciary matters
  • In house counsel for numerous business organizations, including compliance and filings
  • In house counsel for non-profit organization
  • Counsel to several high net worth families where I am responsible for estate and trust planning, administration and dealing with all domestic issues.

Associate

Hutchins & Associates LLC
09.2008 - 12.2009
  • Prepared clients for depositions and trial testimony, enhancing their credibility as key witnesses.
  • Participated in mediation sessions, effectively advocating for client interests while working towards amicable resolutions.
  • Conducted thorough legal research to support case arguments and inform litigation strategy decisions.

Shareholder

Godfrey & Lapuyade, P.C.
09.2003 - 09.2008
  • Managed complex caseloads effectively by prioritizing tasks and keeping organized records of case materials.
  • Mentored junior associates, fostering professional growth and improving overall team performance.
  • Enhanced firm reputation through successful representation in complex litigation matters involving high-profile parties or significant monetary value.
  • Advised clients on potential risks associated with specific actions or decisions based on thorough evaluation of the legal landscape.

Associate

Gougér & Franzmann, LLC
01.2002 - 09.2003

Associate

KPMG, LLP
10.2000 - 01.2002

Education

LL.M. Taxation - Laws of Taxation

University of Denver
Denver, Colorado
05.2001

J.D. - Law

Capital University
Columbus, OH
05.2000

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

Capital University
Columbus, OH
05.1999

Associate of Arts - Political Science

Columbus State Community College
Columbus, OH
05.1997

High School Diploma -

Johnstown High School
Johnstown, OH
05.1995

Skills

  • Evidence Gathering
  • Legal Analysis
  • Legal Research
  • Legal writing
  • Litigation Strategy
  • Case Presentation

Additional Information

Television Appearance for Estate Planning: “Death Tax Lady”, Jerry Bovino Show, Aspen Cable Access, Radio Show for Estate Planning: “Blind Justice”, Lori C. Hulbert, Castle Rock Radio, Sterling Rotary Member, Eastern Star, Manzanita Chapter #85 and Greeley Chapter, Friends of Sunset Memorial Gardens, NJC Young Farmers

Professionallicensure

  • Colorado, #34045
  • Ohio, #72390, inactive
  • United States Tax Court, inactive
  • United States District Court for the District of Colorado
  • Nebraska, #26286
  • Missouri, #70753

Affiliations

  • Arapahoe County Bar Association, Board Member, 2008, 2013
  • Arapahoe County Bar Association, CLE Chairperson, 2008, 2010
  • Arapahoe County Bar Association, Estate and Trust Section Chairperson, 2008, 2009
  • Arapahoe County Bar Association, Colorado Board of Governor’s Representative, 2008, 2013
  • Colorado Bar Association
  • Colorado Women’s Bar Association
  • Denver Bar Association
  • 13th Judicial Bar Association
  • Arapahoe County Bar Association
  • Nebraska Bar Association
  • Missouri Bar Association

Honorabledistinctions

  • 2017 Rising Young Star, 5280
  • 2016 Rising Young Star, 5280
  • 2015 Rising Young Star, 5280
  • 2014 Rising Young Star, 5280
  • 2013 Rising Young Star, 5280
  • 2011 Rising Young Star, 5280
  • 2010 Rising Young Star, 5280
  • 2008 Arapahoe County Bar Association Outstanding Young Lawyer of the Year

Locations

326 Main Street, Sterling, Colorado, 80751

Publications

  • Letting Go, Without Letting Go, Law Week Colorado, 2008
  • New Statute on Elder Abuse, The Sentinel, 2013 and the Denver Post, 2013

Timeline

Special Counsel

SGR, LLC
12.2019 - Current

Director

Fairfield & Woods, P.C.
10.2018 - 12.2019

Owner

Hulbert & Associates, LLC
08.2014 - 10.2018

Owner

Brown & Hulbert, LLC
01.2010 - 08.2014

Associate

Hutchins & Associates LLC
09.2008 - 12.2009

Shareholder

Godfrey & Lapuyade, P.C.
09.2003 - 09.2008

Associate

Gougér & Franzmann, LLC
01.2002 - 09.2003

Associate

KPMG, LLP
10.2000 - 01.2002

LL.M. Taxation - Laws of Taxation

University of Denver

J.D. - Law

Capital University

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

Capital University

Associate of Arts - Political Science

Columbus State Community College

High School Diploma -

Johnstown High School
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