Attorney Profiles

Scott E. Kolpitcke

Scott graduated from the University of Wyoming College of Law in 1996. During his third year in law school, Scott was the Student Director of the UW Legal Services Clinic.  This clinical experience allowed him to gain experience representing indigent clients in civil matters under the supervision of the late Professor John M. Burman. 

After passing the Wyoming and Colorado Bar exams in 1996, Scott joined a small law firm in Laramie focused primarily on estate planning.  Since 1998, Scott has practiced with the Powell firm of Copenhaver, Kitchen & Kolpitcke, where he represents school districts, cities, and individuals throughout Wyoming.  He has successfully defended his clients in employment disputes before the EEOC, Labor Standards Division, Office for Civil Rights, and other state and federal agencies.  He regularly gives presentations to school boards, city councils, and other organizations on issues related to school law, Title IX, employment law, government ethics, and other issues.  

Scott serves as an appointed member of the Character & Fitness Committee, which screens applicants to the Wyoming Bar to ensure they satisfy the requirements for becoming Wyoming attorneys.  He also serves as a member of the Board of Commissioners for the Wyoming State Bar, and on the board of directors for the Moyer Foundation. When he is not working, Scott and his wife Linda enjoy time with their twins, Ryan and Kala, and recreating in Wyoming's mountains.

Email:  scott@ckattorneys.net

Phone:  (307) 754-2276

Sandra Siel Kitchen

Sandra Siel Kitchen is of counsel with Copenhaver, Kitchen & Kolpitcke, LLC.  After earning a Bachelor of Science degree with honors at the University of Wyoming, Sandra graduated from the University of Wyoming College of Law in 1983 and was admitted to the practice of law that same year. Sandra has practiced law in Powell, Wyoming for 36 years and was a partner with this firm for 34 years. Sandra serves on the State of Wyoming Permanent Rules Advisory Committee Juvenile Division. In 2017 Sandra was the recipient of the Wyoming Supreme Court - Children's Justice Project "Golden Award" in recognition of her leadership on behalf of children and families in Wyoming. Sandra has a general civil practice that includes municipal law; guardianships, conservatorships, adoptions; guardian ad litem work; real estate; estate planning; and probate. In her free time, Sandra enjoys travel, hiking, the outdoors, and spending time with her family.  

Email: skitchen@ckattorneys.net

Phone:  (307) 754-2276

Laura J. Newton

A native of Powell, Laura is licensed to practice law in Wyoming, Montana, and Alaska.  She received her Associates degree from Northwest College, then served active duty in the U.S. Army for 3 years, followed by 5 years in active reserves.  She obtained her Bachelor of Science degree in political science from the University of Wyoming and graduated from the University of Wyoming College of Law in 2008.  Laura is primarily interested in family law, end-of-life planning, disability advocacy, Social Security disability, and elder law.  She has several years of municipal court experience, and looks forward to general representation for Wyoming businesses, citizens, and municipalities as well.  Laura is available for appointments in either Powell or Cody, and can be reached at 307-754-2276 or laura@ckattorneys.net.  

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