Colbert Family Law LLC

Colbert Family Law LLC, located at 737 W 5th Avenue, Suite 209, in Anchorage, Alaska, represents the ideal combination of extensive Alaska-specific family law experience, diverse dispute resolution expertise, and genuine commitment to helping families navigate transitions peacefully. Lori Colbert founded this firm with the understanding that families experiencing divorce, custody disputes, and other family law challenges need options for resolution that match their values and circumstances. With over 25 years of dedicated family law practice serving clients from Anchorage and the Mat-Su Valley to remote villages throughout Alaska, Colbert brings unparalleled knowledge of Alaska's unique family law landscape and the particular challenges families in Alaska face. Alaska's geographic isolation, unique economic circumstances, and tight-knit communities create family law situations that differ from other states in meaningful ways. Colbert's extensive Alaska practice ensures she understands these unique dimensions and can advise clients accordingly. Lori Colbert's educational background demonstrates both intellectual rigor and breadth of perspective. She earned her B.A. in Political Science from Claremont McKenna College, one of the most selective undergraduate institutions in the country. Her political science education provided grounding in legal structures, governance, and social institutions that informs her approach to family law. She then earned her J.D. from Willamette University College of Law, another highly respected institution. Her combination of excellent education and extensive practice experience positions her as an exceptionally well-prepared family law attorney. Her professional recognition is substantial and comes from multiple sources. She is a Fellow in the American Association of Matrimonial Lawyers, an honor that reflects demonstrated excellence in family law practice and commitment to high professional standards. In 2020, she received the Alaska Bar Association's Bryan P. Timbers Pro Bono Award, named after an esteemed Alaska attorney who exemplified service to the community. This award recognizes Colbert's commitment to providing legal services to those unable to afford them, demonstrating values that extend beyond billable hours. Colbert Family Law LLC's practice encompasses the full spectrum of family law services with particular emphasis on multiple dispute resolution approaches. The firm offers collaborative divorce, an innovative approach where both parties agree to work cooperatively through trained professionals to reach settlement rather than through adversarial litigation. Mediation is another key service, where a neutral third party helps disputing parties find common ground. These alternative dispute resolution approaches often produce better outcomes and preserve relationships better than traditional litigation. For clients whose circumstances require conventional litigation, the firm is equally prepared. The firm handles divorce in all its forms, from simple uncontested separations to complex, high-conflict cases. Child custody matters receive meticulous attention, with the understanding that children's well-being must remain paramount. The firm handles both initial custody determinations and modifications as circumstances change. Interstate custody matters and relocation cases—situations where one parent wishes to move a child to another state—receive specialized attention, as these matters involve additional complexity. Child support is calculated according to Alaska law while accounting for unique circumstances that might justify variation. Adoptions and family formation services help families expand through legal means. Surrogacy arrangements, increasingly relevant in modern family formation, are handled with attention to both legal requirements and the emotional dimensions of these arrangements. Prenuptial and postnuptial agreements help couples clarify expectations and protect interests. The firm also assists with qualified domestic relation orders (QDROs), the technical documents necessary to divide retirement benefits in divorce. The firm's approach emphasizes minimizing conflict and promoting positive resolutions that allow families to move forward. This philosophy reflects Colbert's commitment to helping clients navigate family changes in ways consistent with their values. Whether clients' goals are amicable resolution, zealous advocacy in litigation, or something in between, the firm tailors its approach to match client needs. The Anchorage location at 737 W 5th Avenue provides accessibility, and the firm can be reached at (907) 279-5001. Free initial consultations are available. For Alaska families facing family law matters, Colbert Family Law LLC represents an exceptional choice combining deep Alaska experience, diverse expertise in dispute resolution approaches, and genuine commitment to peaceful, positive outcomes.