The Law Office of Paul J. Raymond, LLC

Grounded in Water.
Land, Access,
and Colorado's Outdoors.

The Law Office of Paul J. Raymond, LLC advises landowners, municipalities, outfitters, and businesses across rural Colorado on water rights, real property, outdoor recreation matters, and civil disputes.

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About Us

Paul J. Raymond brings a water-law foundation, real property experience, and a background in recreation and outdoor education to clients throughout central Colorado. His practice is built for people and businesses whose work is tied to land, water, community, and the outdoor economy.

CO + NM
State Bar Admissions
7
Core Practice Areas
WCU → DU
Recreation & Outdoor Education to Water Law
What We Do
[01]

Water Rights

Counsel on water rights transactions, adjudications, augmentation plans, exchanges, storage applications, and protecting existing rights in Colorado water court proceedings.

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[02]

Outdoor Recreation Law

Practical legal support for rental shops, guides, event organizers, outfitters, and recreation businesses—including liability waivers, event permitting, insurance review, contracts, and day-to-day counsel.

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[03]

Landlord Tenant Law

Resolving landlord and tenant issues with fairness and clarity, from lease drafting and compliance questions to disputes and possession matters.

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[04]

Land Use & Real Property

Guidance on land use planning, zoning, easements, due diligence, development of real property, and transactions across Colorado's rural communities.

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[05]

Civil Litigation

Focused representation in civil disputes involving contracts, property, access, and other matters where practical strategy and clear advocacy matter.

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[06]

Traffic & DUI Defense

Dedicated defense for traffic violations and DUI charges, with straightforward advice aimed at protecting your rights, record, and ability to keep moving.

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[07]

Estate Planning & Family Law

Wills, trusts, and family legal matters handled with care, clarity, and an eye toward long-term peace of mind for Colorado families.

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Built for Colorado clients who live close to the land

Paul working remotely in a canyon in Colorado Paul enjoying whitewater rafting in Colorado Rafts and riverbank in rural Colorado

Paul J. Raymond

Paul earned his Juris Doctor from the University of Denver Sturm College of Law and his B.A. in Recreation and Outdoor Education, with a minor in History, from Western Colorado University, graduating magna cum laude.

His legal work has focused on water rights, transactions, adjudications, land use planning, real estate matters, and development issues for municipalities, special districts, ranch and large property owners, and developers.

That mix of legal training and outdoor experience also makes him a natural fit for recreation businesses, rental operations, and outfitters looking for practical counsel on risk, access, and operations.

Education
University of Denver Sturm College of Law (J.D.) · Western Colorado University (B.A., Magna Cum Laude)
Admissions
State Bar of Colorado · State Bar of New Mexico
Leadership & Honors
Articles Editor & Staff Editor, Water Law Review · Reese Persuasive Writing Award · Eastman Achievement Award
Professional Involvement
Colorado Bar Association · Colorado Bar Association Water Section

Representative experience shaped by Colorado water, land, and community needs

A factual snapshot of the kinds of matters Paul's background is built for—from water court to development planning to the realities of outdoor businesses.

Water Law

Water rights, transactions, and adjudications

Paul has worked on water matters involving both planning and litigation-facing process, helping clients protect and position critical water assets in Colorado.

  • Surface and groundwater right adjudications
  • Augmentation plans, exchanges, and storage applications
  • Protecting rights from injury in water court proceedings
Property & Development

Land use, real estate, and due diligence

His practice also covers the real-world property issues that shape rural projects, transactions, and long-term planning across central Colorado.

  • Land use planning and development of real property
  • Real estate transactions and due diligence matters
  • Advice for ranch, large property, and developer clients
Public & Outdoor Economy

Municipal, district, and recreation business counsel

Paul's background extends to public-sector water planning and to the practical legal needs of operators working in Colorado's outdoor economy.

  • Municipal law and special district formation
  • Water portfolio management and resource planning
  • Waivers, permitting, insurance review, and contracts for outfitters

Counsel for Water, Land,
and the Outdoor Economy

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Ready to Discuss Your Case?

Reach out to discuss water rights, property issues, outdoor recreation law, or other civil matters. We serve Buena Vista and rural Colorado with practical, approachable counsel.

Phone
(719) 239-4801
Email
Paul@PaulRaymondLaw.com
Location
Buena Vista, Colorado
Office Hours
Monday – Friday, 9am – 6pm
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