CNL Law Firm, PLLC is a family law firm based in Centennial, Colorado, dedicated exclusively to providing high-quality legal services in all aspects of family law. Led by Christopher Little, a client-focused attorney, the firm specializes in divorce, child custody, parental relocation, martial agreement drafting, adoption, and other family law matters. Chris is known for his passionate advocacy and meticulous approach, taking on challenging cases with thorough investigations and clear, transparent communication throughout the legal process.
Chris brings a wealth of knowledge to CNL Law Firm, with a Bachelor of Business Administration from Colorado Mesa University, a J.D. from Drake University Law School, and a Master of Business Administration from Pepperdine University. Prior to establishing his Colorado practice, he served as an adjunct professor at Drake University and worked as a senior policy and communications officer at the Iowa Department of Transportation, advising on legislative and administrative law matters.
Licensed by the Colorado Bar in 2019 and admitted to the United States District Court for the District of Colorado in 2021, Chris has built a reputation for excellence, earning the AV Preeminent peer-review rating and the Platinum Client Champion award from Martindale-Hubbell. Recognized on the Top 40 Under 40 list by the American Institute of Trial Lawyers, Chris also holds a “Superb” rating on Avvo and has received positive endorsements from peers and clients alike.
Chris remains deeply involved in his profession and community, participating in the American Bar Association, the Arapahoe County Bar Association, and the Association of Family and Conciliation Courts. At CNL Law Firm, Chris and his team are committed to offering compassionate, effective family law representation designed to protect clients’ rights and achieve the best possible outcomes.
- 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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- Iowa Department of Transportation
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- Masterson, Bottenberg & Eichorn, LLP
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- Summer Associate
- Milligan, Rona, Duran & King, LLC
- 7 Things You Must Consider Before Asking For a Divorce
- The legal blog of CNL Law Firm, PLLC
- 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
- Best of 2024 Family Law Attorney Centennial, CO
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- Litigator of the Year
- American Institute of Trial Lawyers
- Nationally Ranked Top 10 Attorney
- National Academy of Family Law Attorneys
- Presented to Christopher N. Little for excellence in the field of Family Law
- Top 40 Under 40
- American Institiute of Trial Lawyers
- 10 Best Attorneys - Exceptional and Outstanding Client Service
- American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
- State Bar of Colorado # 53770
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- American Bar Association
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- Activities: Family Law Section
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- Arapahoe County Bar Association
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- Association of Family and Conciliation Courts
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- Denver Bar Association
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- Aurora Bar Association
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- Activities: Vice President 2021 - 2022
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- Colorado Bar Association
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- Activities: Family Law Section
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- Colorado
- Colorado Supreme Court
- ID Number: 53770
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- United States District Court, District of Colorado
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- Q. If I am filing an uncontested divorce, is there a lawyer who can at least look over the paperwork prior to filing?
- A: Good evening,
You ask an excellent question! Yes, you can absolutely hire an attorney to review your Petition for Dissolution of Marriage. Many firms (including mine), offer what are called "limited scope" or "unbundled" services as a resource and advocate from a more non-traditional perspective. In that way, we can review documents for completeness, accuracy, and thoroughness, offer advice on how to proceed in a case, and handle/prepare for hearings.
I am sorry to hear that you find yourself in this circumstance and wish you and yours only the absolute best.
- Q. There are 2 properties different counties in CO person A moves to the second property, can person A file in new county
- A: Hi there, good questions! As a general rule of thumb, Person A could file in the new county; however, there is always the chance that Person B requests to have the case transferred back to the county they reside in.
The transfer and venue rules are a bit labyrinthine and I would need to know a bit more to give you a more certain and definitive answer.
There are no length of residency requirements for filing in a specific county for domestic relations cases.
I suggest that you engage in a consultation with a qualified attorney licensed to practice law in Colorado to better assess your specific case and circumstances. I sincerely wish you and yours only the absolute best.
- Q. CO divorce If client suffered financial loss due to lawyer’s negligence and lawyer has left firm, is firm liable?
- A: I’m very sorry to hear that this is the position you are in; especially considering the incredible impact that a divorce has on the outcome of the next phase of your life.
As for your question, I would have to know much more about the “behind-the-scenes” administrative side of the attorney’s professional liability coverage and the pertinent Firm’s compliance and relationship with the attorney. I’m sure that this circumstance is very frustrating and suggest that you seek a consultation with a qualified attorney experienced in professional liability to further assess your circumstances.
I sincerely wish you only the best and hope you find resolution.
Best,
Chris
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