Dagna S. Van Der Jagt

Dagna S. Van Der Jagt

also known as Dagny Van Der Jagt

5.0
Rating: 8.9

Licensed for 19 years

Real estate Lawyer at Denver, CO
Practice Areas: Real Estate, Criminal Defense, Probate, General Practice

2040 S. Clarkson St, Denver, CO

About Dagna

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 25%

Felonies, misdemeanors, assault, DUI, weapon offenses, traffic offenses, white collar crimes (embezzlement, fraud), restraining orders, Domestic violence

21 years | 500 cases

25%
General Practice 25%

Mediations, family law, child custody arrangements, divorce restraining orders

21 years | 100 cases

25%
Probate 25%

Probate litigation, formation of trusts, wills and estate plans.

21 years | 100 cases

25%
Real Estate 25%

Construction and development of real estate, contracts, commercial and residential leases, easements, rezoning, evictions.

21 years | 500 cases

25%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Colorado for 19 years

State: Colorado

Acquired: 2006

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Wisconsin for 8 years

State: Wisconsin

Acquired: 2017

Resigned

No misconduct found

Location

The law firm of Starzynski Van Der Jagt, PC

2040 S. Clarkson St, Denver, CO, 80210

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Dagna S. Van Der Jagt's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

14 Client Reviews

5 star (14)
4 star (0)
3 star (0)
2 star (0)
1 star (0)

Posted by Lafe | January 13, 2026 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

THE BEST TO EVER DO IT

Mrs. Van Der Jagt is an extremely helpful. Words cannot express my satisfaction and gratefulness for everything she’s done. I heavily recommend and suggest Mrs. Van Der Jagt

Posted by Katherine | February 5, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Wonderful, Supportive, Objective Attorney

Dagny, Grant’s wife, not only explained the legal process in a simple and respectful manner, she helped regulate expectations, she provides honest feedback, and she made me feel calmer and safe during our legal proceedings. It’s been such a stressful process, but she has been by our side the entire t...ime. We are beyond grateful for her!

Posted by Marcie | July 31, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Wonderful Legal Counsel

Dagny Van Der Jagt did an amazing job for our family. A family member had a legal matter involving a driving citation. Dagny helped us navigate through the legal complexities, helped to minimize the consequences of the violation, and ensured we understood our legal rights. We would highly recommend h...er services!

Posted by Barbara | July 24, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Amazing attorney

Dagny helped me in a real estate matter and she did great. She is very professional and i highly recommend her. Thanks to her I was able to get my security deposit back. Thank you so much for you help;)

Posted by Dennis | September 1, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Contractor not paying

I am very impressed with Dagna & Grant . From the minute we talked and I explained my issues they acted promptly with knowledge and professionalism. They explained to me the urgency of my case (time restraint) and within a very short time not only did I receive my past due money but the owner of th...e business called me to apologize for his delinquency. GREAT JOB I HIGHLY RECOMMEND

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Dagna S. Van Der Jagt's Lawyer Endorsements

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Anne Gill

General practice lawyer | Apr 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I've known Dagny for approximately 15 years. She is dedicated to her practice, prompt in responding to clients and counsel on her cases. Her depth of knowledge and practicaliaty are impressive.I endorse this lawyer."

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Dallas Norton

Real estate lawyer | Aug 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Dagna has great reviews and peer endorsements. Call around but call her before hiring someone that won't give you the attention your case deserves."

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Christelle Beck

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 25

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Dagna is awesome. If you need a criminal attorney who will fight for your rights, Dagna is the attorney you want on your side. She is intelligent, powerful and has a sound knowledge of the law."

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Joanna Gustafson

Litigation lawyer | Jan 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Dagna is an excellent trial attorney. I have had the opportunity to personally observe her courtroom and trial skills. Her understanding of the principals of law are outstanding."

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Culver Van Der Jagt

Criminal defense lawyer | May 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Dagna is very welll known in Douglas County and Arapahoe County in Criminal Law. Her trial skills have been honed to perfection and I'm not sure I've even heard of her losing a trial yet. I'm very impressed with what I have seen from her."

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Grant Van Der Jagt

Criminal defense lawyer | May 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"It is sometimes said talent is the ability to hit targets most people cannot hit, while genius is the ability to hit targets most people cannot see. When it comes to litigation and business strategies, Dagna definitely falls in the latter category. If you are looking for someone with advanced business, real estate or litigation skills, who will work hard, get her hands dirty learning about you and your case and who will find important details that other lawyers might miss or not even know to look for, Dagna is an excellent choice. If you're looking for a lawyer of the highest character and ethics, then Dagna is your lawyer. And if you're looking for a lawyer who charges exceptionally reasonable fees and will always be fair on cost, then Dagna is your lawyer."

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Joanna Gustafson

Immigration lawyer

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Culver Van Der Jagt

Child custody lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.9 (Excellent)

Honors

2025

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2000

President of Debate Society Scholarship award, American University of Paris

Work Experience

2011 - 2012

Candidate for Elected District Attorney 11JD, Candidate for District Attorney in 11th Judicial

2008 - 2010

Deputy District Attorney, District Attorney's Office

Associations

2008 - Present

Thompson Marsh Inn of Court

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

The People of the State of Colorado v. Dodson

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Education

2005

Denver University Sturm College of Law

2001

University of Colorado - Denver

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2018

University of Chicago, Harris School of Government

The art of persuasion. A lawyer makes her case.

2015

Athens, Greece Conference "Rule of Law in an Era of Change"

Scorecard: Rate your court as to inclusion, social justice and constitutional rights

2012

Republican Dinner Chaffee County Elections

2012

Denver University School of Law

Shattering the Glass Ceiling

N/A

Educating Teenagers about the law

The Juvenile Penal System in Colorado

Publications

2015

John Jay College, in Athens Greece Conference "Rule of Law in an Era of Change" Scorecard: Rate your court as to inclusion, social justice and protection of constitutional rights

2000

Scripta Economica & Politica Poland and the EU

Languages

German

Polish

French

English

Activity

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