Childs McCune Michalek is excited to announce the promotion of Dan Mauk to the ranks of its Members. Dan is an experienced trial attorney who has dedicated the last thirteen years of his practice representing clients in employment disputes, medical malpractice litigation, healthcare and business issues, and general risk mitigation. Childs McCune Michalek looks forward to Dan’s continued advocacy on behalf of his clients and his ongoing contributions to the firm and legal community as he enters his new role as Member.
DENVER, CO / May 1st, 2025 –
We are proud to announce that our firm, formerly known as Childs McCune, will now be known as Childs McCune Michalek. This evolution reflects our deep appreciation for Steve Michalek’s steadfast leadership and invaluable contributions to the firm.
Steve has been a pillar of Childs McCune—a trusted advisor, respected litigator, and dedicated colleague. His commitment to excellence and relentless work ethic have shaped the firm’s culture and elevated our service to clients across Colorado and Wyoming.
In tandem with this exciting new chapter, Childs McCune Michalek is also moving to the 24th floor of the iconic Cash Register Building in downtown Denver. This landmark building is a symbol of both Denver’s rich history and its bright future, aligning with our vision for the firm’s growth. The new location marks a significant milestone in our modernization efforts, ensuring that we continue evolving to meet the region’s legal needs—while honoring our roots through a culture of professionalism, inclusion, and service to the community.
While our name and address have evolved, our dedication to providing exceptional legal services and being trusted advisors to our clients and community remains steadfast.
Childs McCune Michalek
1700 Lincoln Street, Suite 2400, Denver, CO 80203 | (303) 296-7300
Childs McCune Michalek is excited to announce the promotion of Corinne Jozwick (formerly, Corinne Miller) to Member. Corinne, an experienced litigation and trial attorney, has focused the last five years of her practice on defending healthcare providers and other licensed professionals in malpractice litigation cases and licensing board matters. Childs McCune Michalek looks forward to Corinne’s ongoing contributions to her clients, the firm, and the legal profession as she enters her new role as Member.
We are proud to offer our congratulations to our talented and dedicated colleagues! Six of Childs McCune Attorneys have been selected for inclusion in the 2025 Colorado Super Lawyers list for outstanding legal work.
For 2025, four Childs McCune attorneys are recognized as Colorado Super Lawyers: Dan McCune, Mark Fogg, Karin Williamson, and Mark Collier.
Two are recognized as Top 100 Colorado Attorneys: Jordan Lipp and Steve Michalek.
Childs McCune is excited to announce that effective January 1, 2025, both Sierra Ward and Karin Williamson became equity members at the law firm. Sierra is a healthcare attorney whose practice primarily involves the representation of healthcare providers and facilities in litigation, licensing matters, credentialing disputes, and related issues. Karin is a trial attorney who advocates for licensed professionals and businesses as they navigate the complex landscape of licensing matters, civil lawsuits, and related disputes that can make or break a professional career or business venture.
Childs McCune has been named in the 2025 edition of Best Law Firms®
Our rankings for 2025 are as follows:
Metropolitan Tier 1, Colorado:
- Health Care Law
- Insurance Law
- Litigation – Health Care
- Medical Malpractice Law – Defendants
- Professional Malpractice Law – Defendants
Metropolitan Tier 2, Colorado:
- Commercial Litigation
- Legal Malpractice Law – Defendants
Nine Childs McCune LLC Attorneys, including every single Partner at the Firm, were named to the 2025 Editions Of Best Lawyers In America® or Best Lawyers: Ones To Watch® In America**
The practice areas in which they were recognized are as follows:
Christopher K. Miller, Medical Malpractice Law – Defendants
Daniel R. McCune, Insurance Law, Legal Malpractice Law – Defendants, and Professional Malpractice Law – Defendants
Jared West**, Product Liability Litigation – Defendants
Jordan Lipp, Commercial Litigation and Insurance Law
Karin Williamson, Medical Malpractice Law – Defendants
Mark Collier, Health Care Law and Health Care Litigation, Medical Malpractice Law – Defendants
Mark A. Fogg, Health Care Law and Health Care Litigation
Sierra Ward, Medical Malpractice Law – Defendants
Steven A. Michalek, Litigation – Health Care and Medical Malpractice Law – Defendants
After serving on the Colorado Women’s Bar Association (CWBA) Board for two years as co-chair of mentorship/membership committees, Karin Williamson is returning as co-chair of the CWBA’s DEI committee for the 2024/2025 board year. This is a great opportunity to make a positive impact in the community. Karin’s enthusiasm and willingness to share her personal and professional experiences will surely contribute to creating a more inclusive environment.
Julia is an experienced litigator whose practice extends from pre-litigation advisement through appeal. Julia’s practice is focused in the areas of medical malpractice defense, personal injury defense, commercial litigation, professional liability defense, premises liability defense, and general insurance defense. Julia works closely with her clients to achieve practical and effective outcomes to their legal disputes.