Colorado Estate Planning Attorney Focused on Families

New Parent Law exists because planning for the future shouldn’t feel confusing, intimidating, or disconnected from real life. It should feel thoughtful, clear, and grounded in what actually matters to you and your family.

Certifications And Affiliations

Why New Parent Law Exists

Most people don’t avoid estate planning because they don’t care.

They avoid it because they’re overwhelmed, unsure where to start, what they really need, or whether they’re asking the right questions.

New Parent Law was built to change that experience. The goal is simple: help people understand their options, make confident decisions, and put thoughtful protections in place, without pressure or fear.

Emily Ferrell

Founder & Lead Attorney

Emily is a parent, business owner, and long-time member of the Colorado community, she understands firsthand how quickly life changes, and how important it is to have a plan that keeps up.

At New Parent Law, Emily works with families with young children, professionals, investors, and entrepreneurs who want to protect what they’re building and plan intentionally for the future. Her work is grounded in care, clarity, and long-term relationships, not one-time transactions.

Hilary LeBlanc

Client Services Director

Hilary brings more than a decade of experience in admissions, membership management, and program leadership to her role as Client Services Director. She approaches her work at New Parent Law with empathy, organization, and a genuine commitment to ensuring every client feels informed, supported, and cared for.

Hilary is passionate about creating meaningful connections—whether that’s helping clients navigate services with confidence, strengthening community relationships, or leading impactful programs that make a difference in people’s lives.

Hilary studied psychology and environmental studies at St. Lawrence University. Outside of work, Hilary enjoys skiing, biking, and spending time with her young son and husband.

Pa Yang

Paralegal

Pa is a certified paralegal and has dedicated her whole professional career to the legal field.  Pa joins New Parent Law with background experience in civil litigation, real estate, estate planning and probate.  She is excited to focus her career in estate planning and assisting families in navigating their future planning.

Outside of work, Pa enjoys baking and decorating cakes, traveling, camping and spending time with her husband and three children.

Paige Tornow

Operations Assistant

Paige brings a strong foundation in operations management to her role as Operations Assistant. With five years of experience as a project manager in corporate tech, she is skilled in building systems and ensuring day-to-day operations run smoothly so teams can focus on doing their best work.

She holds a degree in Business Sustainability and has experience in corporate wellness coaching, which informs her care for people’s wellbeing, at work and beyond. At New Parent Law, she ensures operations are seamless so clients feel at ease—especially when navigating decisions about their families’ futures.

Paige enjoys soaking up the Colorado sunshine in her free time, whether she’s biking, hiking, or relaxing in her favorite park with a good book.

Melissa Hughett

Client Services Manager

Melissa focuses on ensuring New Parent Law’s clients feel supported and cared for from day one. Melissa has a background in legal support and client relations. She understands the importance of knowing your priorities are understood and wishes are honored, especially when navigating personal matters involving children.

As a parent herself, Melissa gets it. Her goal is to help make things feel less overwhelming for NPL’s clients, keep communication smooth and seamless, and ensure that clients know they have trusted support every step of the way through the process.

How We Work With Clients

Estate planning doesn’t have to feel overwhelming. At New Parent Law, the process is education-based and collaborative.

Clients are guided step by step, with clear explanations and thoughtful conversations about why certain choices matter. The focus is on understanding, not rushing, so plans actually work when they’re needed.

This approach gives clients peace of mind today and a trusted advisor they can return to as life evolves.

Rooted in the Community

Community matters here. New Parent Law regularly offers free workshops and presentations for parents, investors, and those looking to better understand the basics of estate planning.

Emily also serves on the Board of Directors of Coal Creek Meals on Wheels and enjoys connecting with people beyond the office, whether through community events or everyday conversations with other parents.

Sharing knowledge and being accessible are central to how this firm serves.

Who We Serve

New Parent Law works with people at different stages of life who share one thing in common: they want to protect what matters.

That includes:

Parents raising young children

Professionals planning ahead

Business owners and entrepreneurs

Real estate investors

Families navigating change

You don’t need to have everything figured out to get started.

A Thoughtful Place to Start

You don’t need to have everything figured out to reach out. At New Parent Law, the first step is simply a conversation, a chance to ask questions, understand your options, and feel supported without pressure or overwhelm, so you can decide what makes the most sense for you, your family, and your future.

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