About Winters, Hughes and Laue, LLC — General Practice Greeley, Colorado

General practice Greeley clients in Weld County benefit from attorneys who understand one of Colorado’s most economically diverse legal markets — a region that combines agriculture, oil and gas, University of Northern Colorado-related legal needs, and a fast-growing residential population. Winters, Hughes and Laue, LLC serves that market as a full-service general practice firm in Greeley, Colorado — the Weld County seat — handling civil litigation, family law, business matters, and other legal needs for residents and businesses across the county. The Colorado Judicial Branch’s FY2024 Annual Statistical Report documents caseload patterns across all judicial districts, and Weld County’s 19th Judicial District processes one of Colorado’s more active civil and criminal dockets given the county’s size and economic activity. Clients seeking representation can also review Greeley attorneys for the full range of local options.

Winters, Hughes and Laue, LLC brings general practice Greeley representation through a three-attorney structure that provides depth across multiple practice areas. Weld County’s distinctive economy — including significant oil and gas mineral rights activity, one of Colorado’s largest agricultural sectors, and rapid residential development along the I-25 corridor — generates legal questions that differ meaningfully from those in Denver’s urban market. A general practice firm rooted in Greeley understands these local dimensions and applies Colorado law with the context that matters for Weld County clients.

What Clients Say

Clients of Winters, Hughes and Laue, LLC describe a multi-attorney general practice firm that handles a wide range of legal needs efficiently. Reviewers note the firm’s deep familiarity with the 19th Judicial District, the accessibility of all three attorneys, and the practical focus on achieving client objectives rather than prolonging legal processes. Greeley’s business and agricultural communities have developed strong referral relationships with the firm over the years.

General Practice Greeley — Practice Areas & Services

• Civil litigation: Civil disputes in Weld County are handled in the 19th Judicial District’s District Court in Greeley, and the firm provides representation across contract, property, and tort matters.
• Family law: Divorce, custody, and support proceedings under Colorado law are handled in the Weld County District Court, with the firm providing full-service representation from initial filing through final decree.
• Business law: Entity formation, contract drafting, and business dispute resolution for Greeley-area businesses, including agricultural operations and oil and gas interests, are within the firm’s scope.
• Real estate: Weld County’s active real estate market — encompassing residential, agricultural, and mineral rights transactions — generates significant legal work that the firm handles for buyers, sellers, and landowners.
• Estate planning and probate: Wills, trusts, and estate administration through the Weld County District Court are available for Greeley-area families.

Frequently Asked Questions

What courts serve Weld County residents in Greeley, Colorado?

Greeley and Weld County are served by the 19th Judicial District, which includes both the Weld County District Court and the Weld County Combined Court. The District Court handles felony criminal cases, civil claims above $15,000, family law matters including divorce and custody, and probate. The Combined Court handles misdemeanors, small claims up to $7,500, and preliminary criminal matters. Both courts are located at the Weld County Courthouse in Greeley, which also serves as the site for domestic relations hearings.

How does Colorado handle oil and gas mineral rights in Weld County?

Weld County is one of the most productive oil and gas counties in the United States, and mineral rights questions arise frequently in the area. Colorado law distinguishes between surface rights and mineral rights, which can be separately owned. Lease agreements between landowners and energy companies are governed by Colorado contract law and subject to Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission regulations. Disputes over royalty payments, surface use agreements, and mineral severance are litigated in Weld County District Court, and local attorneys with energy law experience provide a significant advantage in these matters.

Is Colorado a no-fault divorce state?

Yes. Colorado is a no-fault divorce state, meaning either spouse can file for dissolution of marriage without proving fault by the other party. Colorado uses the term “dissolution of marriage” rather than “divorce.” The only ground for dissolution is that the marriage is irretrievably broken. Colorado also requires a 91-day waiting period from the date the respondent is served before a decree can be entered. Weld County family law cases are filed in the 19th Judicial District Court, and the process typically takes three to six months for uncontested cases.