Our Attorneys

Joseph A. Koncilja was born in Pueblo, Colorado.  Joe received his preparatory education at the University of Southern Colorado (B.S.).  He acquired his legal education at the Denver University College of Law, earning his Juris Doctorate in 1979.  Joe founded the Koncilja law firm in 1982.  Five years later, Joe, joined by his brother, James Koncilja, formed Koncilja & Koncilja, P.C.  Joe is a frequent lecturer for Colorado Continuing Legal Education, is a founding member of the National College DUI Defense, a member of the American Bar Association, as well as having the distinct honor of being selected a Fellow of American Bar Foundation.  Joe is also a member of the American Trial Lawyers Association, the Colorado Trial Lawyers Association, the Pueblo Bar Association, and the Colorado Bar Association.

James R. Koncilja was born in Pueblo, Colorado.  Jim received his preparatory education at the Regis University in Business Administration in 1982 (B.S.).  He acquired his legal education at the Denver University College of Law, earning his Juris Doctorate in 1986.  In 1987, Jim and Joe Koncilja formed Koncilja & Koncilja, P.C.  Jim is also a member of the Colorado Trial Lawyers Association, the American Bar Association, the Colorado Bar Association, and The Association of Trial Lawyers of America.  Jim’s current practice consists of personal injury law, including automobile accidents, workers compensation claims; Social Security Disability claims; and premises liability claims.

Melissa M. Esquibel

Gregory J. Styduhar was born and raised in Pueblo, Colorado.  He received his Bachelor of Science degree in Biology at the University of Southern Colorado and his Juris Doctorate from Creighton University.  While in Law School, Greg worked with the Pueblo District Attorney’s office and the Milton R. Abrahams Civil Legal Clinic.  Greg is a member of the American Trial Lawyers Association, the Colorado Trial Lawyers Association, the Colorado Bar Association, and the Pueblo Bar Association.  Greg’s practice focuses on Social Security Disability claims, personal injury law, and defense of criminal cases.

Christopher M. Turner received his preparatory education at the University of Southern Colorado in Political Science in 2002 (B.S.).  He acquired his legal education at The Thomas M. Cooley Law School in Lansing, Michigan, where he graduated Cum Laude in the top 10% of his class.  While in Law School, Chris participated on three National Moot Court teams and was awarded the Outstanding Student Achievement Award upon graduation.  Chris is a member of the Colorado Bar Association and the Pueblo Bar Association.  Chris’ practice focuses on Personal Injury law and defenses of criminal cases.

Robert D. Baumberger was born and raised in Gillette, Wyoming.  He received his Bachelor of Arts degrees in Psychology and Philosophy from the University of Wyoming.  He then received his Juris Doctorate from the University of Wyoming, Collage of Law.  While in Law School, Robert worked with the Wyoming Legal Services Program providing legal services to indigent residents across the state.  Robert is a member of the Colorado Bar Association and the Pueblo Bar Association.  Robert’s focus is on workers compensation law, personal injury law, and defense of criminal cases.    

Harley G. Gifford was born in Canon City, Colorado and raised in Pueblo, Colorado. Harley attended the University of Southern Colorado prior to enlisting in the U.S. Marine Corps. While serving in the Marine Corps as a non-commissioned officer, Harley completed his undergraduate education graduating from Regents College with a B.A., magna cum laude. After being medically retired from the Marine Corps with a service connected disability, Harley attended Washburn University School of Law in Topeka, Kansas where he received his Juris Doctor in 2005. Prior to joining Koncilja and Koncilja, Harley worked as a commercial litigation attorney in New Mexico. Harley is licensed to practice law in both state and federal courts in Colorado and New Mexico and his practice focuses on personal injury and defense of criminal cases.