Indy Picks: RiverHawkFox Law

In a region where legal resources can be hard to come by, a new law practice is making waves by offering compassion, competence, and a deep commitment to community. RiverHawkFox LLC, founded by attorney Misty Grady, brings not only legal experience but a heart for rural Colorado.

Born in Anaheim, California, and raised in Jay, Oklahoma, Grady brings a rural upbringing and a wealth of public service experience to her new home in Lamar. Her path to law began unexpectedly when a college professor at Northeastern State University in Tahlequah, Oklahoma, recognized her talent for interpreting written language. That simple encouragement steered her away from science and toward a future in law.

She went on to earn her law degree from the University of Arkansas in Fayetteville in 2017, after first testing the waters with a master’s program in Political Science. During law school, she immersed herself in public service, a calling that would shape her career for years to come.

A Career Built on Service

Her legal journey has spanned both private and public sectors, including time as a solo practitioner, working at the Center for Arkansas Legal Services providing civil aid to low-income individuals, and three years as a Public Defender in Fayetteville. Since December, she’s been practicing law in Lamar under the mentorship of Kim Verhoeff. As of early June, she is officially fully licensed to practice in Colorado.

Today, her practice at RiverHawkFox Law includes criminal defense, orders of protection, family law, estate planning, personal injury, and more. One area especially close to her heart is wills, trusts, and estates—a focus born out of personal tragedy.

“When my grandmother, who raised me, passed away, we couldn’t locate her legal documents,” she explained. “It caused real hardship for my family. I want to make sure no one else has to go through that.”

Why Lamar?

How did a seasoned Arkansas attorney find her way to Southeastern Colorado?

“I always wanted to live in Colorado,” she said. “But I needed a small-town feel. I have a long-time friend here—Charlie Philpy, the local optometrist—and when I visited, I fell in love with a house and the community.”

Her rural roots and a desire to serve an underserved population sealed the deal. “If I was going to leave public service, it had to be for something meaningful,” she said. “Lamar gave me that opportunity.”

She sees widespread legal need across the region—from misdemeanor cases to protective orders and estate planning. “Honestly, almost every practice area needs more support here. I’ll do my best to fill the gaps.”

Building Roots and a Future

Though still new to the area, Grady is already feeling at home. “The friendliness here is incredible. People remember your name, greet you at the store—there’s real community.”

Her business, RiverHawkFox LLC, combines two of her passions: foxes and her alma mater’s mascot, the RiverHawk. “It’s unique, and it’s me. People will know it’s my practice.”

In the coming months, she plans to join the Lamar Chamber of Commerce and the Colorado Bar Association. Long-term, she’s focused on growing her practice and raising a family. “People mention running for DA or judge—but I’ve got plenty on my plate right now,” she said with a smile.

A Personal Side

When she’s not in the courtroom, you’ll likely find her hiking, birdwatching, gardening with native plants, or working on a massive writing project that’s already 500,000 words long. She also shares her life with her husband Jake and their five cats— “It just kind of happened,” she laughs.

RiverHawkFox Law is more than a legal office—it’s a mission. One that blends professional excellence with deep personal care for the people and places it serves.

For Southeast Colorado, that’s a win in and out of the courtroom.