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Christopher N. Little

Christopher N. Little

CNL Law Firm, PLLC
  • Family Law, Divorce, Domestic Violence
  • Colorado
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Biography

Christopher N. Little is the managing attorney for CNL Law Firm, PLLC in Aurora, Colorado. His practice includes divorce, custody, child support, alimony, post-decree modifications, adoption, family violence, and other family law matters.

He firmly believes in fostering a holistic client-driven atmosphere where clients are always heard, validated, and vigorously represented. Whether on the phone or in the courtroom, he consistently and passionately advocates for his client's interests.

Chris is persistent and intent on obtaining results that are solutions-based and promote healthy relationships among the parties. Such relationships reduce intra-familial conflict, promote optimal solutions for clients, and helps to alleviate animosity down the road.

Prior to practicing law in Colorado, Chris served as an attorney and advisor within the Iowa Department of Transportation. He advised on subjects ranging from Federal and State legislation and policymaking to administrative law. In addition to advising on pertinent legal issues, he also oversaw the division’s internal and external communications platforms to ensure a consistent and quality-driven brand that is both informative and tangible to consumers. During that same time period, Chris was also an Adjunct Assistant Business Communications Professor at Drake University where he taught professional communications to undergraduate students.

In his free time, Chris enjoys skiing with his family, golfing, researching & writing about intricate or novel family law issues, and earning an MBA from Pepperdine University.

You can reach Chris directly at chris@cnllaw.com or (720) 370-2171.

Education
Pepperdine University
MBA (2023) | Business Administration
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Drake University Law School
J.D. (2016) | Law
Dean’s List (3 Terms); CALI Excellence for the Future Award (2 Consecutive Years); Drake Business Law Society, President; Student Ambassador
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Colorado Mesa University
B.B.A. (2013) | Business Administration
President’s List; Presidential Scholar; Dean’s List (3 terms); Peer Mentor/Academic Tutor; Department of Housing; Conduct Board Chairperson
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Professional Experience
Managing Attorney
CNL Law Firm, PLLC
- Current
Policy and Communications Officer
Iowa Department of Transportation
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Adjunct Professor
Drake University
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Senior Law Clerk
Masterson, Bottenberg & Eichorn, LLP
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Summer Associate
Milligan, Rona, Duran & King, LLC
Publications
Articles & Publications
7 Things You Must Consider Before Asking For a Divorce
The legal blog of CNL Law Firm, PLLC
Speaking Engagements
Protection Orders/Res Motions, Colorado Bar Association
Domestic Relations Bench & Bar, Colorado Bar Association
Parenting Time & Decision Making, Colorado Bar Association
Child Hearsay: Family Law, Colorado Bar Association
Ethics 7.0, Colorado Bar Association
Professional Communications, Drake University Professional Communications Conference
Awards
Peer Reviewed 4.9/5.0
Martindale - Hubbell
Recognized for Community Leadership
Lawyer Legion
2020
Client Champion - PLATINUM
Martindale - Hubbell
2022
Rising Star
Super Lawyer
2022
10.0 Superb Rating
Avvo
Recognized for Professional Involvement
Lawyer Legion
2020
Top 40 Under 40
American Institute of Trial Lawyers
Professional Associations
State Bar of Colorado  # 53770
Member
Current
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American Bar Association
Member
- Current
Activities: Family Law Section
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Arapahoe County Bar Association
Member
- Current
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Association of Family and Conciliation Courts
Member
- Current
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Denver Bar Association
Member
- Current
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Aurora Bar Association
Member
- Current
Activities: Vice President 2021 - 2022
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Colorado Bar Association
Member
- Current
Activities: Family Law Section
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Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
Colorado
Colorado Supreme Court
ID Number: 53770
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United States District Court, District of Colorado
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Fees
  • Free Consultation
    Free Consultations, as long as it takes!
  • Credit Cards Accepted
    All credit cards accepted
Practice Areas
    Family Law
    Adoption, Child Custody, Child Support, Father's Rights, Guardianship & Conservatorship, Paternity, Prenups & Marital Agreements, Restraining Orders, Same Sex Family Law
    Divorce
    Collaborative Law, Contested Divorce, Military Divorce, Property Division, Same Sex Divorce, Spousal Support & Alimony, Uncontested Divorce
    Domestic Violence
    Domestic Violence Restraining Orders, Victims Rights , Victims Rights
Languages
  • English: Spoken, Written
Legal Answers
Q. Can my ex husband sue me for taking everything when I moved out if nothing was contested in court?
A: Hi there,

You ask a great question. Let me first say that I am glad you are reaching out for professional assistance. Times like this are often some of the most uncertain and fraught with perceptibly difficult-to-navigate circumstances. I commend you for searching for resources and input.

To directly answer your question regarding whether your ex-husband can start legal action against you. Yes, generally speaking, there is nothing stopping a person from initiating a case and seeking Court intervention. The question of whether there is a sufficient basis for a given action in front of the Court is an entirely different question.

My sense says that you are likely uncertain as to whether you should keep the property that he is alleging is his. To answer that question, I highly suggest that you seek out a consultation with a qualified attorney licensed to practice law in the State of Colorado (assuming that is where the case is). That way, you can get more informed advice and better direction as to your advisable next steps.

All in all, I am very sorry to hear that you are going through it and want you to know that, eventually, this too shall pass. I sincerely wish you only the absolute best.
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Q. Is husband required to keep utilities on during a divorce if wife cant afford the bills? In Colorado, children in home
A: Great question!

These are some of my favorite questions to answer because they involve not only the law but also strategy and wisdom. From a moralistic perspective, you should keep paying the bills simply because your child is still residing at that home. I can’t imagine you would want your child living in a home without utilities. To me, that is just a commonsense approach.

Further, if you are in the middle of an active domestic relations case, I can assure you that no judicial officer is going to be impressed if they learn that you stopped paying utilities while your Wife and child are still in the home (especially when she does not have the ability to pay the utilities and historically hasn’t). You really don’t want that issue hanging over your head if/when you ask the Court to agree with you on some issue down the line in the case.

From a purely legal perspective, Colorado requires that the parties maintain the “status quo” during the pendency of the case. This means that if it is the status quo (think normal course of business) for you to pay for the utilities (and it sounds like it is), then the Temporary Injunction will likely require you to keep paying those bills, for the time being.

I suggest that you carefully read the Temporary Injunction, it is usually on the Petition and on the Summons.

I sincerely wish you only the absolute best both in your case and in life.
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Q. Does the same CFI that investigates me and my son in Colorado go to Arizona and investigate his mother?
A: Great question!

Yes, generally speaking, the CFI that is appointed will investigate within the scope of their appointment. That information can usually be found in the "Order Appointing Child and Family Investigator" (or some close variation of that title). I sincerely wish you only the absolute best!
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Website
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Contact & Map
CNL Law Firm, PLLC
Aurora (Main) Office
6205 S. Main Street, Suite 255
Aurora, CO 80016
Telephone: (720) 370-2171
Fax: (720) 370-2181
Monday: 8:30 AM - 5 PM
Tuesday: 8:30 AM - 5 PM
Wednesday: 8:30 AM - 5 PM
Thursday: 8:30 AM - 5 PM (Today)
Friday: 8:30 AM - 5 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
CNL Law Firm, PLLC
Highlands Ranch Office
1745 Shea Center Dr., 4th Floor, Suite 434
Highlands Ranch, CO 80129
Telephone: (720) 370-2171
Monday: 8:30 AM - 5 PM
Tuesday: 8:30 AM - 5 PM
Wednesday: 8:30 AM - 5 PM
Thursday: 8:30 AM - 5 PM (Today)
Friday: 8:30 AM - 5 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
CNL Law Firm, PLLC
North Aurora Office
15200 E Girard Ave., Suite 4400
Aurora, CO 80014
Telephone: (720) 370-2171
Monday: 8:30 AM - 5 PM
Tuesday: 8:30 AM - 5 PM
Wednesday: 8:30 AM - 5 PM
Thursday: 8:30 AM - 5 PM (Today)
Friday: 8:30 AM - 5 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed