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Meet Gabe McFarland

"I believe that nothing is more important than family and that thoughtful estate planning is the ultimate gift to your loved ones."

Gabe McFarland

Serving Nothern Colorado in:

  • Estate Planning

  • Probate/Trust Administration

  • Litigation

Ratings & Awards:

Colorado Super Lawyer - Top 5% of Lawyers

MartinDale Hubbell AV Rating - Highest Rating

AVVO Superb Attorney Rating - Highest Rating

For over three decades, Gabe McFarland has worked tirelessly to develop the unique skills necessary to help people in three distinct areas: estate planning, probate/trust administration, and litigation. He has been litigating cases in Colorado state and federal courts since 1995 and combines that experience with a passion for estate planning. Since 2012, Gabe has been named to Colorado’s “Super Lawyers,” which recognizes the top five percent of attorneys in the state. He has also earned Martindale-Hubbell’s AV Preeminent Rating, and AVVO’s Superb Attorney rating, the highest ratings possible.

Gabe was born in mid-Michigan but has spent most of his life in Colorado. He was raised to value hard work, honesty, family, and community, which has shaped his approach to life and law. Gabe is a 1995 graduate of the University of Denver, College of Law. He received his Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from the University of Colorado at Boulder in 1992, graduating magna cum laude.

Gabe began his legal career in Denver at Hopper & Kanouff, PC. He then spent six years at the international law firm of McKenna & Cuneo, LLP, where he managed all phases of a sophisticated commercial litigation practice, including the prosecution of a $25 million claim against the United States government. He joined Bieging, Shapiro, & Burrus, LLP, in 2001 as a partner. In 2003, Gabe formed his own his own firm in Golden, Colorado – Evans & McFarland, LLC. Today, Gabe provides high-level strategic guidance and supervision on complex commercial litigation and personal injury cases through a skilled group of litigators at the same firm in the same office in Golden, although the firm is now known as McFarland Litigation Partners, LLC.

About 10 years ago, Gabe was introduced to probate and trust administration, and related estate planning concepts, through his litigation practice. He found his true passion. Gabe loves guiding individuals and couples through crucial life decisions because it requires an intricate blend of legal expertise and personal connection. Gabe is dedicated to helping good, hard-working people transfer their wealth to their loved ones on their terms.

When not working, Gabe enjoys spending time with his wife, chasing after their three adult children and four dogs, skiing, surfing, trying to be a cowboy, and otherwise enjoying the beautiful Colorado outdoors.

What People are Saying...

“My wife recently passed away, and I have three teenage daughters. Not having an estate plan was a big worry to me and kept me up at night. Gabe and Kim made the process very easy and stress-free. Gabe listened to what I wanted, brought up scenarios that I hadn't thought about, and then tailored an estate plan exactly as I expressed it to him. Hopefully, I will live a very long time, but now I have the peace of mind that my girls will be taken care of in the way that I have decided.”

-Lyle

“Prior to departing this earthly plane, it is important, as daunting as it may be, to have one's financial and personal affairs in order. Gabe McFarland's estate planning experience, knowledge, and ability to explain the estate planning components in layman's terms provided me with the confidence to successfully achieve my estate planning goals. I highly recommend Gabe and his office assistant Kim Schmad, as they both are competent and approachable.”

-Alaya

“Gabe is a careful listener and an intuitive person. He quickly understood our concerns such that he was able to design a new set of documents that perfectly translated our wishes into an updated estate plan. We are now very comfortable knowing that every contingency has been anticipated. We came away entirely confident that we are in good hands, and that he will be available to us for any future needs. We are so grateful for Gabe's expert and friendly help.”

-Doug and Rita

“I am 90 years young. I recently moved to Colorado and needed to revise my estate plan. After a thorough search, I found Gabe McFarland in Berthoud. Throughout the estate planning process, the consultations with Gabe were clear and understandable. He converted all of my desires into the legal terms needed for my will-based trust to be implemented for its future purpose. I highly recommend Gabe regarding any estate planning needs.”

-Helen

“After my husband passed away, I was bereft and grieving while raising our daughter, and I needed help making sense of everything. Gabe McFarland provided legal expertise AND emotional support, especially with matters I did not understand. What I did very clearly understand was that my family's well-being was dependent upon them. Gabe McFarland has provided my family with security when we needed it most, and we will be forever grateful.”

-Erica

Seamless Legal Services that Protect Your Business and Personal Interests

McFarland & Lord LLC is a solution focused law firm in Colorado that specializes in providing customized estate planning services, skilled trust administration and probate guidance, and a trusted partner to help navigate the treacherous waters often associated with litigation. Gabe McFarland, one of the founding members of McFarland & Lord, has practiced law for three decades. He has been a Colorado Super Lawyer (reserved for the top 5% of lawyers), has received the highest ratings in the Martindale Hubbell AV Rating, and AVVO Superb Attorney Rating. When representing clients in Colorado, we offer thoughtful advice and guidance, prioritizing your best interests at all times.

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