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Biography
A Colorado native, Karlee began her practice at a multi-discipline law firm where she handled cases in the areas of family law, criminal defense, and civil litigation. Karlee’s diverse background gives her a strong understanding of the diverse issues presented in domestic relations cases. Karlee has dedicated her practice exclusively to family law and related matters including:
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Karlee is a natural competitor and fierce advocate. She understands that no two families or marriages are the same; therefore, the best legal representation is adaptive. As a (former) collegiate athlete, Karlee uses a team dynamic in representing her clients. She works closely with her clients to identify their goals and achieve the best possible results.
Although Karlee has devoted her legal practice to family law, she has experience in criminal defense and general civil litigation. She has spent countless hours in the courtroom and understands what it takes to successfully litigate a case.
Karlee believes it is important to “walk in her client’s shoes” and guide them through the most challenging time of their life. She knows when to collaborate with the opposing party/counsel to reach an amicable settlement and when to aggressively pursue litigation.
Karlee enjoys helping her clients regroup and build a better life.
Karlee attended Wagner College in Staten Island, NY where she graduated cum laude; double majoring in Business Management and Philosophy. During college, Karlee played NCAA Division I Women’s Lacrosse.
Karlee went on to attend the Mississippi College School of Law in Jackson, MS where she earned her Juris Doctor in May 2014, graduating cum laude (top 30 in her class).
While in law school, Karlee was a member of the Moot Court Board where she successfully competed in trial competitions across the nation. Karlee was inducted into the National Order of Barristers for excellence in courtroom advocacy.
For her outstanding work for her clients, Karlee has received the following awards and recognition:
Karlee is licensed to practice law in the State of Colorado. Her professional memberships include:
During law school, Karlee was a member of the Moot Court Board. During her undergraduate studies, she was a four-year NCAA Division I Women’s Lacrosse athlete and named an Academic All-American by the IWLCA in her senior season.
