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Gordon James Williams

Gordon J. Williams, P.C. • Colorado Springs, CO
ProbateAdoptionEstate PlanningPersonal InjuryTax

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Contact

Email
Phone
(719) 425-3758
Address
Colorado Springs, CO, 80903-2106, US

Professional

About

**Gordon James Williams, President of Gordon J. Williams, P.C.** Located in the heart of Colorado Springs, Colorado, Gordon James Williams is the esteemed president of Gordon J. Williams, P.C., a law firm dedicated to providing exceptional legal services in the areas of adoption, estate planning, probate, tax law, and elder law. With a commitment to helping individuals and families navigate complex legal matters, Gordon brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to his practice. Gordon is an accomplished attorney, licensed to practice law in Colorado. He earned his undergraduate degree from the prestigious University of Chicago and obtained his law degree from the University of Kansas. His extensive legal expertise is further demonstrated through his active involvement in the Colorado Bar Association (CBA) and the El Paso County Bar Association. As the current chair of the El Paso County Probate Section and a past chair of the CBA’s Statutory Revisions Committee, Gordon plays a pivotal role in shaping the landscape of probate and estate laws in Colorado. He is also a former member of the CBA’s Trust and Estate Council, contributing to various subcommittees that focus on drafting and amending essential legislation. As a recognized authority in probate administration and fees, Gordon frequently lectures on critical estate issues, helping to educate both legal professionals and the public. He is dedicated to providing compassionate legal guidance to his clients, whether they are seeking to establish a solid estate plan, navigate the probate process, or explore adoption options, including step-parent, kinship, and custodial adoptions. Outside of his legal practice, Gordon and his wife, Tammi, are devoted foster parents, having opened their hearts and home to numerous children in need. They reside in Colorado Springs and are proud parents to two adult sons. Gordon’s personal and professional experiences uniquely position him to advocate for families, ensuring that their legal needs are met with empathy and expertise.

About Probate Law

Probate attorneys guide families through the estate administration process after a loved one passes. They handle court filings, asset distribution, and dispute resolution. Common matters include estate administration, will contests, heir disputes, trust administration.

Credentials

Education
1994 University of Kansas School of Law JD 1985 University of Chicago AB - Applied Baccalaureate
Languages
English

Recognition & Involvement

Awards
2016 Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell 1994 Most Likely to Push the Legal Envelope, University of Kansas School of Law 1985 Maroon Key Honor Society, University of Chicago 1984 Maroon Key Honor Society, University of Chicago
Publications
2013 The Colorado Lawyer The Adoptee Trap, the Accidental Beneficiary, and the Rational Testator
Associations
2019 - Present Trust and Estate Section -- Rules and Forms Committee` Chair 1997 - Present Colorado Bar Foundation Trust and Estate Section 1995 - Present El Paso County Bar Association Probate Section 2014 - 2018 Second Chance Through Faith Board Member
Speaking
2015 Trials Expert on Probate Administration and Fees 2014 Special Needs Trusts Special Needs Trusts 2014 Estate Planning from A - Z Ethics in Estate Planning
Updated: Apr 09, 2026