About
Nick Ores is a civil litigation lawyer with broad experience across family law, estate planning, personal injury, construction law, criminal actions, and business disputes. He represents clients throughout Northern Colorado and brings decades of courtroom and trial experience to his practice. His work helps individuals and families address complex legal matters with practical guidance, steady advocacy, and a strong commitment to honest and effective representation.
Nick earned his B.S. in Economics from Colorado State University. He also received his J.D., summa cum laude, from Southern Illinois University School of Law. His education gave him a strong foundation in legal analysis, advocacy, and business understanding. That background supports his work across a wide range of legal matters, including litigation, family law, estate planning, and business disputes that require careful judgment and practical problem-solving.
Throughout his career, Nick has handled court and jury trials in matters involving federal maritime law, personal injury claims, state and federal criminal actions, civil and business disputes, and construction law. He also has decades of experience in divorce and family law matters, along with extensive work in estate and family wealth transfer planning. Clients benefit from his ability to address varied legal issues with broad experience and tailored legal strategies.
Nick Ores has also completed the required training to serve as a mediator in civil, business, construction, and family law matters in Colorado. His additional experience as a licensed residential contractor and past president of the Northern Colorado Home Builders Association adds practical value to his construction-related work. Clients value his honesty, integrity, and aggressive representation when needed. He remains focused on helping people protect their rights and resolve legal issues with confidence.
Law Office Affiliations
- Attorney, Ores Law
- Member, Colorado Bar Association
- Member, Illinois State Bar Association
- Member, Missouri Bar Association
- Member, Colorado Federal District Court Bar
Licensed State
- Colorado
- Illinois
- Missouri
Education
- Southern Illinois University School of Law
Juris Doctor (JD) -
Colorado State University
Bachelor of Science (BS)
Awards & Badges



- Chapter 13 Bankruptcy
- Chapter 7 Bankruptcy
- Admiralty & Maritime
- Business Litigation
- Contracts & Agreements
- Limited Liability Company (LLC)
- Assault & Battery
- DUI & DWI
- Federal Crime
- Speeding & Traffic Tickets
- Violent Crime
- White Collar Crime
- Probate
- Trusts
- Wills & Living Wills
- Alimony
- Child Custody
- Child Support
- Divorce & Separation
- Wrongful Death
- Commercial Real Estate
- Construction & Development
- Property Disputes
- Residential Real Estate




