The divorce and family law attorneys of Dietze and Davis are confident, knowledgeable and experienced legal professionals who are committed to providing each client with the information, support, and advocacy necessary to effectively and efficiently meet their legal needs. We have served the Boulder community for over a decade, and include Stephen A. Closky, former President of the 1,300 member Boulder County Bar Association; Tucker M. Katz, former member of the Boulder County Bar Association’s Board of Directors and former law clerk for Boulder County District Court Judge James C. Klein; and Joshua E. Anderson, former law clerk for Boulder County District Court Judge Lael Montgomery. Our combined experience gives us a thorough understanding of the practice of domestic law within Boulder County and throughout Colorado.
Child Support
We understand that every divorce, custody and family law case is sensitive and unique, and therefore requires personally tailored representation. It is important to be fully confident and comfortable with the attorney representing you and safeguarding your interests and objectives during a very personal and challenging time. Our commitment to promptly respond to our clients’ needs and ability to explain the legal process in a straightforward manner gives our clients the confidence and clarity they need to develop and meet their objectives. Our attorneys work closely with clients to develop a strategy to protect their rights and interests. We have a broad range of experience and work together to provide the most cost-effective representation possible. Whether you need assistance with complex issues arising from valuation and division of marital assets, or simply an experienced advisor with whom to discuss child support and maintenance issues, we ensure that every client’s needs are met in a timely, efficient and affordable manner. We will make every effort to reasonably resolve your legal matter; however, if litigation is necessary, you can rely on our experience to persuasively advocate for your rights.
Child Custody and Visitation
Steve has a sophisticated divorce, family law and domestic relations practice, including alimony, maintenance, child support and child custody matters. He typically represents successful professionals, executives, business owners and beneficiaries of family trusts and has significant experience handling complex divorce-related marital property, business, trust, retirement, executive compensation and real estate matters.
Adoption
Premarital Agreement
Jennifer Walker joined Dietze & Davis as a shareholder in 2025, after being a shareholder with Meyer, Walker & Walker, P.C. since 2018. She has practiced exclusively in the area of Domestic Relations/Family Law since 2011. Jennifer represents clients in all areas of family law including prenuptial and postnuptial agreements, dissolution of marriage (divorce), legal separation, annulment, child support, maintenance/alimony, allocation of parental responsibilities, parenting time disputes, child custody, child relocation and removal, dependency and neglect, post-divorce modification matters, and appeals.
Guardianship
Renée Ezer has been a Colorado attorney since 1987. Her practice emphasizes the resolution of conflicts through compromise or litigation in the administration of estates and trusts, guardianship and conservatorship proceedings, will contests, financial exploitation of the elderly, and fiduciary defense actions, as well as estate and trust administration. Renée also serves as a mediator in estate and trust-related disputes, and enjoys trust-related appellate work.
Spousal Support
In Colorado, the legal term “maintenance” has replaced “alimony” or “spousal support”. Maintenance is financial support paid by one spouse to the other spouse if he or she cannot meet his or her reasonable needs independently. In determining whether a spouse is entitled to maintenance, a judge will consider whether that spouse has sufficient property to meet their needs or can support themselves through appropriate employment. If the court determines that a party is entitled to maintenance, the amount and duration of the maintenance is dependent on a variety of factors, including...
Legal Separation
Divorce in Colorado is referred to as “dissolution of marriage” and is the legal process to end a marriage. In cases where religious, health, or pension issues are a concern, “legal separation” can allow parties to remain legally married, while obtaining the same orders regarding allocation of parental responsibility, child support, spousal support and division of property. A “declaration of invalidity” is often called an annulment, and can be sought in instances involving fraud or lack of capacity. During your initial consultation, we will explain available options to you and describe the legal process and timetable for resolution of your case.
Annulment
Josh’s practice focuses on representing clients in Domestic Relations/Family Law matters, including but not limited to, the following: dissolution of marriage (divorce), legal separation, annulment, allocation of parental responsibilities, parenting time disputes, child custody, visitation, child support, maintenance/alimony, domestic violence, protective orders, and child relocation and removal.
Bill has defended and brought countless serious personal injury claims and specializes in cases brought against national and local transportation companies including the Regional Transportation District (RTD) and its private contractors. Bill represents a number of national restaurant chains, property owners, landscape companies, retailers, and national fitness clubs defending premises liability and general liability claims. Bill also has substantial experience defending licensed liquor vendors and establishments from dram shop claims and has successfully tried all of these types of cases before juries throughout Colorado. Bill also regularly represents individuals pursing personal injury claims arising out of serious motor vehicle accidents, including wrongful death claims.
Traffic Violations
On May 21, 2020, Dietze and Davis shareholder Gabriella Stockmayer & associate K.C. Cunilio gave a joint virtual CLE presentation to the Boulder County Bar Association’s Natural Resources / Environmental Law Section entitled "Electric Vehicles: Speeding up in Colorado."
Fraud
In the area of civil litigation, Gabriella counsels clients and litigates on their behalf in claims for and defending against breach of contract, consumer fraud, and civil rights.
Murder
· Obtaining dismissal of claims against a former Department of Corrections Director of Adult Parole arising out of a murder committed by a parolee who had disabled his ankle monitoring bracelet. The Court dismissed most the claims based on the Colorado Governmental Immunity Act and Qualified Immunity as well as Plaintiffs’ failure to state a cognizable claim.
Mark’s practice involves matters related to water rights and quality, energy and electricity, public utilities, transactions, corporations, and real property. His experience in Colorado Water Courts includes adjudication of tributary and nontributary water rights and plans for augmentation, changes of water rights and exchanges. His regulatory experience before the Colorado Public Utilities Commission includes electric resource planning, CPCN proceedings, transmission, ratemaking proceedings, energy efficiency dockets, and rulemakings. Mark also practices before the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission in matters related to transmission and to hydropower development. Mark's practice involves regulatory matters, litigation, legislative and policy work, as well as transactions, corporate matters, public land law, and real estate/easement related issues. Mark also works on energy project development, permitting, and mergers and acquisitions, as well as water rights transactions and title reviews. Mark represents developers of renewable energy projects, governmental entities, private and non-profit corporations, as well as individuals.
Business Disputes
Nicholas “Nick” Muller has been practicing in Colorado in the areas of general business law and energy law since 1968. His expertise is in energy, financial regulations, real estate, and the formation, purchase and sale of businesses. He has worked with large and small law firms, as well as being in-house counsel for major businesses and a leader in the energy field here in Colorado and on a national basis.
Bill’s employment law practice is diverse, focusing primarily on counseling clients and litigating on their behalf in a variety of employment related contexts. Bill has successfully tried cases in state and federal court involving harassment, discrimination and retaliation, as well as claims for breach of contract and wrongful discharge. He also regularly represents clients before administrative agencies including the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), the Colorado Civil Rights Division (CCRD), the Department of Labor (DOL) and the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB). Bill routinely advises employers regarding compliance with state and federal employment laws as well as ways to avoid potential litigation and stay out of court. Bill provides assistance with drafting employee handbooks and policies, enforcing non-competition agreements, reductions in force and disciplining or terminating problem employees. Bill also presents seminars to employees and managers about the hiring, firing, and discipline of employees as well as other ways to manage and reduce the risk of employment related claims and is available to perform work place investigations. Bill’s experience in civil rights matters is extensive. He represents the State of Colorado and its employees, as well as other public entities, defending a variety of claims including those brought pursuant to 42 U.S. C. § 1983. Bill has served a number of times as an expert witness evaluating the reasonableness of attorneys fees claims by successful litigants in employment and civil rights cases.
Employment Discrimination
As the President of the Boulder County Bar Association, Jennifer has published numerous articles in the BCBA Newsletter. As a past Co-Chair of the Boulder County Bar Association Employment Law Section, Jennifer published articles in the BCBA Newsletter regarding The “Ministerial Exception” and Employment Discrimination Claims. Jennifer has presented Continuing Legal Education classes regarding business and employment law, including classes related to entity formation and social media in the workplace. Jennifer is an active member of the Boulder County Bar Association and serves on their Board of Directors, and is the 2019-2020 Boulder County Bar Association President. She also serves on the Colorado Bar Association Board of Governors.
Employment Contract
We work with both employers and employees in providing diverse employment law services and counseling. We draft employment agreements, separation documents, disciplinary forms, non-compete contracts, personnel and workplace policies, and other human-resource materials. We represent clients on a broad range of employment matters, including...
Employment Litigation
Another consideration for business is Employment Law. Both businesses and employees should understand their roles, rights and obligations to insure compliance and ultimately, success. The attorneys at Dietze and Davis can assist both owners and employees with employment issues.
Gabriella joined Dietze and Davis, P.C. as an associate in 2013. She has been a shareholder since January 2020. Her diverse practice includes energy and utility law, water law, real estate law, environmental law, and general civil litigation.
Premises Liability
· Obtaining summary judgment on behalf of a national restaurant chain in a premises liability claim based on a french fry left on the floor. The court ruled that the restaurant did not have sufficient notice of the potato on its floor prior to the patron’s fall.
Construction Litigation
Real Estate Transactions
In her real estate law practice, Gabriella assists clients with transactions such as real estate purchase and sales and easement agreements, as well as disputes involving boundary disputes or other property matters.
Easement
Land Use and Zoning
Finally, we represent homeowners and developers in their relationships with local governments, including land use law, annexation and inclusions, and agreements for services.
Dietze and Davis is thrilled to announce that as of January 1, 2023, it’s Senior Associate, Nathan A. Klotz, has been named a Shareholder with our Firm. Nathan came to Dietze and Davis in 2016 with a practice that focused on civil litigation on both the state and federal levels. He has represented businesses and individuals alike in various areas including personal injury, employment, and civil rights. Nathan has been named a Super Lawyers Rising Star and recognized as a top up-and-coming attorney in Colorado. When he is not advocating for his clients, Nathan’s mentorship and support with the junior associates and staff alike within the firm is unmatched. Dietze and Davis, P.C. is proud to have him on its team of shareholders and offer their congratulations for the advancement of his career.
Auto Accidents
Disability Discrimination
· Obtaining summary judgment on behalf of a Colorado non-profit corporation in a wrongful discharge case brought by a former office manager claiming disability discrimination and retaliation in violation of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). This ruling was affirmed by the 10th Circuit Federal Court of Appeals.
Estate Planning can be described as how you want your assets distributed at your death, but it also includes how your assets are held and protected during your lifetime. Part of Estate Planning is also making provisions for who will act on your behalf in the event you cannot do so on your own, and also what your wishes are in the event of a serious medical condition. Most Estate Plans include the following...
Wills
Trusts
Boulder County Bar Association, Trusts and Estates/ADR Consortium. Mama Loved Me Best: ADR in Elder and Probate Proceedings, April 2010.
Power of Attorney
Probate
Mr. Klotz has been a part of Dietze and Davis since 2016 and his practice includes both civil litigation and probate law.
Investors, small business owners and entrepreneurs should clearly understand how their business can be structured. A key factor in this decision is how much liability the individual is willing to undertake. There are business structures which limit the liability of the individual when properly structured and maintained. There are also tax issues depending on how your business is set up. Finally, a clear understanding of expectations, roles and responsibilities and how or whether business interests can be conveyed or transferred is essential to establishing a business with the potential to grow and succeed. All business structures can benefit from written procedures for their management and operation, and such documents promote the smooth operation of business. Some types of business structures to consider are...