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Why Hire Travis Law Group?

Travis Law Group is a Colorado Springs law firm dedicated to providing superior legal services for our clients, focusing on family law and personal injury. We have been providing legal services for over 20 years and have repeatedly proven our expansive knowledge of the legal system in Colorado.

WHAT WE DO

We Provide High Service and Quality Legal Representation

Travis Law Group provides high-level legal representation for our clients. We are well versed in the legal system, and we will be able to assist you in making the best decisions for your specific legal needs. We provide sound legal advice and high-quality legal services.

We All Could Use a Little Legal Peace and Calm

Travis Law Group is focused on providing sound legal advice and ensuring our clients receive the best legal representation possible.

We Like Our Clients to Know We Are Here

We are committed to assisting our clients in making the best decisions possible and meeting their short-term and long-term legal needs. We like to let our clients know we are here to help, providing sound legal advice and assisting with their specific legal needs. We also want our clients to know we will represent them well, and they will be treated with respect and compassion.

Experience that works for you.

A divorce is one of the most traumatic events a person can experience. The attorneys at Travis Law Group are committed to providing representation that enables our clients to make well-informed decisions during this most stressful period.

The personal injury attorneys at Travis Law Group understand the physical and emotional pain associated with an injury. We provide skilled and aggressive representation to help you and/or your loved ones who have been seriously injured or harmed by another.

Personal Injury Attorney

Satisfied Client Stories

The Law Team

Richard Travis
Managing Partner

Richard Travis is committed to providing personal, effective and compassionate representation to all of his clients. With over 25 years of experience, Rich has earned the reputation as a thorough, aggressive and ethical litigator. Richard started practicing law in a small Boston firm. Then in 1993, he joined the Army’s Judge Advocate General’s Corp (JAG). While in the JAG Corp, Rich provided legal assistance to soldiers and their dependents. He also represented Evans Army Community Hospital in cases involving medical malpractice. However, for most of his military career, Rich was a trial counsel. Rich tried numerous jury trials involving, rape, assault, child abuse, involuntary manslaughter, and murder. After a successful career in the Army, he joined the 18th Judicial District Attorney’s Office in Arapahoe and Douglas counties. There, Rich tried cases involving driving under the influence of alcohol/drugs and domestic violence. In 1999, Richard and Wayne Anderson formed Anderson & Travis. For 18 years, Anderson & Travis provided quality legal counsel in the areas of family law, personal injury, criminal defense, and military law. Since Wayne’s retirement in 2017, Rich has taken the firm forward as Travis Law Group, continuing to serve the clients that depend on his expertise and stellar performance as a litigator. Over the years, Rich has developed an expertise in family law and high conflict divorce. Rich has also successfully represented clients who were injured either by a collision, professional negligence, or unsafe conditions. Richard’s core belief is that personal injury cases are not just about money; they are about helping clients get better. Rich received his JD from Widener University School of Law and his BA from Bates College. Rich is also a member of the Colorado Trial Lawyers Association, the Inns of Court, and former Chairman of the El Paso Country Family Law Bar. He lives in Colorado Springs with his wife and two children. Rich is committed to providing. Rich’s approach to the practice of law and his commitment to his clients are why over 90% of his cases are from referrals.

Elizabeth Vanatta
Junior Partner

Elizabeth Vanatta is the newest Junior Partner joining the Travis Law Group.  Mrs. Vanatta joined the firm with nearly a decade of experience in the law and is known in the legal community as a zealous and passionate advocate.  Mrs. Vanatta began her career as a prosecutor assigned to a high-profile homicide team in Southeast Colorado, and has pursued numerous convictions in significant drug distribution, domestic violence, and child abuse cases.  Mrs. Vanatta came to Colorado Springs to continue her work as a criminal prosecutor in 2015.  In 2018, she took a position with a civil law firm litigating large contract disputes, and then began transitioning towards domestic relations, taking a position with TESSA as an in-house attorney for domestic violence shelter victims.  Mrs. Vanatta then joined The Gasper Law Group, quickly rising to Partner and assisting numerous clients with divorces and issues around parental responsibilities in Colorado.  There, Mrs. Vanatta was named 2022’s Litigator of the Year by the American Institute of Trial Lawyers, while remaining highly involved in the legal community.  Currently, Mrs. Vanatta serves as Chair of the Family Law Section of the El Paso County Bar Association and has held similar board and service positions throughout her career.  Now, Mrs. Vanatta has joined with Travis Law Group, PLLC, to continue her work on behalf of clients who need excellent representation in their divorce and family law matters.  When she is not in the courtroom or working on her cases, Mrs. Vanatta is a dedicated mother, runner, triathlete, mountaineer, and proud spouse of a United States Army Reserves Officer.

Megan Hersh
Managing Paralegal

Megan Hersh is the Managing Paralegal with Travis Law Group. Megan joined the firm in 2015 as a records clerk and quickly worked her way into the paralegal position. As a paralegal, Megan assists with trial preparation, drafting and filing of motions, corresponding with clients and opposing counsel, and ensuring the client and the opposing party are compliant with statutes and Court rules. In addition to her paralegal role, Megan manages the office systems and processes, supervises human resource issues, oversees the client accounting, and assists with the Travis Law Group marketing efforts. Megan was born and raised in southern California. However, she has lived in Colorado for almost 20 years and loves calling Colorado her home. Megan obtained her paralegal degree from Pikes Peak Community College. Now a mother of two, Megan loves to long-distance run, hike, cook, garden, and spend time with her family.

Marissa Sterrett
Paralegal

Marissa Sterrett is a paralegal with Travis Law Group and has nearly 16 years of legal experience in multiple areas of the law including: domestic relations, civil litigation and appellate law. Marissa supports the practice in everyday case management including corresponding with clients, court, and opposing counsel. She also assists with hearing preparation, mediation, drafting of documents, and preparing discovery to counsel. Marissa was born and raised in McAllen, Texas. She graduated from St. Mary’s University, San Antonio, Texas with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Criminal Justice. Marissa is a diligent worker, dedicated to the success of each case. She genuinely cares for her clients and enjoys helping people find resolution and peace. Marissa enjoys CrossFit, Olympic Weightlifting, skiing, hiking, and exploring different parts of Colorado. She loves spending time with her family and two dogs, Carly and Graham.

Marianne Paine
Receptionist

Marianne Paine is the receptionist for Travis Law Group. She has over 35 years of experience and loves people. She will greet you with a smile and goes out of her way to provide any assistance you may need. Prior to joining the firm, Marianne was the administrative assistant and receptionist for the Colorado Springs Sky Sox for 11 years. Prior to that, she was a secretary for a Tucson, AZ school district and also spent 21 years running the Fernley Substation for Lyon County Sheriff’s Department in Nevada. Marianne was born in California and enjoys traveling, reading, movies and spending time with her husband, children and grandchildren.

Audra Mater
Accountant

Audra Mater is the accountant with Travis Law Group.  She has over 25 years’ experience working with multi-faceted companies.  Her attention to detail has been instrumental in making sure account needs are met timely and accurately. Audra is skilled in all aspects of accounting.  She has helped several clients focus on the business side of things while she takes care of the accounting side. As the accountant with Travis Law Group, Audra focuses on providing clients with invoices that meet each individual clients needs as well as making sure the Travis Law Group team is organized and happy. Audra has spent over 20 years in the private sector of accounting helping business owners with accounting details. Audra has worked with many diverse companies: Human Capital Associates, Lockheed Martin, Johnson & Johnson, Status Symbol, and Path Performance. She graduated from the University of Colorado. She strives to continually improve communication skills as well as new accounting methodologies. She is focused,  professional and enjoys exceeding expectations.  Audra enjoys spending time with her husband and three children. She is a fourth generation native of Colorado.

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