Author: John Garland

James P. (J.P.) Stouffer
Attorney At Law

J.P.'s areas of concentration are estate planning and administration, business planning, and real estate.
In real estate, J.P. counsels clients on both residential and commercial purchases and sales, including title work. This is often done in conjunction with his estate planning and administration practice, which frequently involves creation and sale of entities, distributions of assets and other related undertakings. His clientele consists of entrepreneurs, farmers and ranchers, executives, retirees and young families. J.P.’s approach to estate planning is to emphasize listening and thoroughly understanding the client’s needs and objectives, then provide them with the information and strategies they need to reach those goals.
After law school, J.P. clerked for one year with Judge Robert Foley of the Oregon Court of Appeals, and then practiced for three years with a large law firm in Portland. In 1973, he moved to Colorado and has practiced law in the Denver area ever since.

jpstouffer@cp2law.com

Denver, CO Office

999 18th Street
South Tower | Suite 1500
Denver, CO 80202

(303) 861-8888

Distinctions:

Lawyers in America Trust and Estates— 2010 through present
Martindale-Hubbell’s highest rating of AV Preeminent

Speaking to community groups on wills, trusts, and estate planning is one of J.P.’s favorite activities. He understands the desire of the public to be better informed on estate planning issues, and thus frequently shares his knowledge with interested organizations. Additionally, he has presented seminars and taught courses for insurance companies on estate planning matters.
J.P. is a member of the Colorado Bar Association and currently serves as a member of the Title Standards Committee of the Real Estate and Titles Section of the Colorado Bar Association.

Prior Community Service