$ 375-425 per hour
Jennifer A Schaffner
About Jennifer
Biography
Jennifer has been licensed in Colorado since 2000 when she began her career as a transactional and litigation attorney in several large, national firms. She was first introduced to family law as a staff attorney at the Colorado Court of Appeals where she drafted appellate opinions in family law and dependency and neglect cases. After working for a premier family law firm, Jennifer founded Schaffner Law to focus on providing high-end legal services to clients in all family law matters.
An experienced appellate practitioner, Jennifer serves as a member of the Appellate Pro Bono screening committe, which helps select appeals for the Colorado Bar Association Appellate Pro Bono program. Her clients appreciate her professionalism, attention to detail, and ability to work effectively with opposing parties and counsel. While comfortable in the courtroom, Jennifer also practices Collaborative Law and serves on the board of the Colorado Collaborative Divorce Professionals.
With her diverse legal background, Jennifer is comfortable with the many areas that intersect with family law such as commercial litigation, mergers and acquisitions and business transactions. She has a particular interest in cases that raise novel issues of law and enjoys delving into complex research of the Rules of Procedure and Title 14. Jennifer has worked in specialized areas such as common law marriages, UCCJEA issues, and parenting time concerns. Jennifer firmly believes that in addition to the legalities and case law in divorce practice, there must also be a recognition of family dynamics and attention paid to the impact on children of divorce.
Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Colorado for 26 years
State: Colorado
Acquired: 2000
No misconduct found
Licensed in Michigan for 28 years
State: Michigan
Acquired: 1997
No misconduct found
Location
Schaffner Law LLC
7887 E. Belleview Ave., Suite 1100, Greenwood Village, CO, 80111
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Showing 1 - 1 of 1 review | Compassion
Posted by KB | January 14, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Family
Strongly Recommended if you want a fierce advocate with a compassionate approach
I work with many lawyers in my professional life, which gave me access to trusted recommendations when I personally needed a family law attorney. Among the names suggested to me, Jennifer came highly recommended as well-respected for her abilities, expertise, and successful results, as well as for he...
Jennifer A Schaffner's Lawyer Endorsements
"Jennifer Schaffner and I recently concluded a lengthy and challenging case. She was highly competent and professional throughout the process. We were able to guide our respective clients to a fair out of court resolution which worked out well for both parties. I would look forward to working with Jennifer again."
"Jen Schaffner is a highly competent and professional lawyer. She shows great concern for her clients and is very knowledgable on complex legal issues. She is pleasant and provides exceptional representation to her clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. Jennifer is that rare combination of an excellent advocate and an excellent appellate attorney. You can't go wrong with her."
"I endorse Jennifer as an effective attorney that has a diverse skill set to help you with all of your family law matters. She has years of experience in various subject areas and appeals. She takes pride in helping her clients in the most efficient but effective manner and I highly recommend her."
"Jen and I worked on a highly contentious case together. She was professional and advocated well for her client. I endorse her whole-heartedly."
"I endorse this lawyer. She is all the things you need when you need an attorney. She's experienced, sharp, empathetic and the ultimate zealous advocate."
"Jen is an excellent family law attorney. I am always happy to refer her to potential clients as I know she will be honest, fair and is very knowledgeable and skilled."
"I endorse this lawyer."
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Experience
Honors
2024
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America©
2024
Colorado SuperLawyers, SuperLawyers
2023
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America©
2022
Best Lawyers in America© Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America©
2013
Pro Bono Award, Colorado Bar Association
1997
Order of the Coif, Wayne State University Law School
1997
Magna Cum Laude, Wayne State University
1993
High Honors, University of Michigan
Work Experience
2024 - Present
Owner and Founder, Schaffner Law LLC
2020 - 2024
Special Counsel, Griffiths Law PC
2017 - 2020
Owner, Schaffner Law LLC
2016 - 2017
Attorney, Willoughby & Associates
2007 - 2016
Of Counsel, Ambroziak Kitto PC
2003 - 2005
Staff Attorney, Colorado Court of Appeals
2001 - 2003
Associate, Commercial Litigation Department, Shughart Thomson & Kilroy
1999 - 2000
Associate, Corporate Finance Department, Morrison & Foerster
Associations
2021 - Present
Colorado Bar Association, Litigation Section, Appellate Subcommittee
2019 - Present
Metropolitan Denver Interdisciplinary CommitteeMember
2017 - Present
Arapahoe County Bar AssociationMember
1997 - Present
Colorado Bar Association, Family Law SectionMember
2022 - 2023
Colorado Bar Association Appellate Practice Subcommitteemember, pro bono screening committee
1995 - 1997
Wayne State University Law ReviewMember
Sample of Legal Cases
in re Marriage of Wenciker
Trial court decision upheld in favor of client
In re Petition J.R.M
Petition for Cert denied
In re Petition J.R.M
appeal dismissed
In re Marriage of Thorstad
trial court decision reversed and remanded
Education
1997
Wayne State University
JD
1993
University of Michigan
BA
Speaking Engagements
2024
Family Law Institute
The Art of Collaboration: Real Life Examples of Resolving Cases Through Collaborative Divorce
2021
Discussion Moderator
“Top Ten Tips for Appellate Brief Writing"
Publications
2021
Griffiths Law PC website
Who Gets the House in a Divorce
2021
Griffiths Law PC website
Joint Parental Decision-Making and COVID-19: Can I Vaccinate My Child?
2021
2017
Colorado Mountain Serenity
Spying on Your Spouse: the Dos and Don'ts
1997
Wayne Law Review
Smoke & Mirrors? An Analysis of the FDA's Jurisdiction Over Tobacco
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Calculation of child support with part time contract work?
22 Oct 2019
Q&A
Can I file a motion for genetic testing after a child support case is closed with the state of Colorado, if so, how?
19 Oct 2019
Q&A
In a pattern and non - pattern request form the lawyer is asking me to show them all my evidence. Is that allowed?
02 Nov 2016