Paula A. Holt has a family law practice in Lakewood, appearing in Jefferson, Denver, Adams, and Arapahoe Counties. Paula is dedicated to personally handling the details of your case, taking time to listen to you and prepare you for the upcoming legal proceeding. She gives your case the time and personal attention it deserves, as she values her clients and provides prompt and responsive legal representation.
Paula began practicing family law after graduating with a law degree from University of Denver Sturm College of Law, a Masters in Business Administration from Daniels College of Business and two Bachelors degrees in Finance and Marketing – summa cum laude – from the Arizona State University. Before becoming a full time litigator, Paula clerked for First Judicial District Court Judges, the Honorable Randall C. Arp. and Honorable Jack W. Berryhill. This valuable behind the scenes look into court process allows Paula to effectively represent a variety of domestic relations disputes.
Paula is first and foremost a trial lawyer. However, Paula also teaches as a Lecturer of Business Ethics and Legal Studies in the Daniels College of Business at the University of Denver. Paula currently teaches the Foundations of Business Law in a department ranked by the Wall Street Journal in the top ten worldwide for producing students with high ethical standards, and Business Week ranked #2 in Ethics. Paula also teaches Alternative Dispute Resolution and Contracts. A Colorado native, Paula resides in Denver, Colorado, and works hard for her clients.
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Posted by Nate | August 12, 2022 | Hired Attorney
I hired Paula to represent me in an extremely contentious child custody battle. She knew my case inside and out and could expertly articulate my case. She laid out the strategy and resources needed to win my case beautifully. My Ex and her attorney didn’t have a chance. She outsmarted them at ever...
Posted by Suzi | September 28, 2017 | Hired Attorney
I am so happy I hired Paula to represent me. She made sure I was informed through out the entire process - which took months to complete. She provided me with the alternatives so I could make the best choice. She was conscious and efficient with time and money (knowing how expensive this can be). ...
Posted by Renee | January 15, 2015
Going through a divorce is not an easy process. Especially as an attorney myself, I didn't know how to be a "client". Paula eased me through the process with great knowledge and comfort. She gave me just want I asked for and needed. She was responsive, efficient, and knew the nuances of the law and...
Posted by Ed | February 14, 2014
My first attorney felt she was in over her head and suggested another. That attorney waisted valuable time and money on breaking new legal ground (without explaining what a stretch it was). Finding Paula was truly a Godsend. Paula wasn't just my attorney, she was my touchstone through the whole pr...
Posted by anonymous | April 16, 2013
Having worked with lots of legal representation in the past I can say with total confidence that Paula was the consumate professional. Her dedication to my case and proffessionalism allowed me to feel comfortable that my needs were being looked after at all times. She did a fantastic job of working w...
"Paula is a skilled, passionate and personable attorney. She is well respected in the legal community and is an excellent advocate for her clients. I endorse this lawyer."
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2016
Rising Star, Colorado Super Lawyers
2015
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2015
Top 10 Attorneys Under 40, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys
2015
George Holley Outstanding Young Lawyer, First Judicial District Bar Association
2014
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2013
Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine
2010 - Present
Lecturer of Business Law and Ethics, University of Denver, Daniels College of Business
2010 - Present
Associate, The Law Office Of James J. Keil Jr.
2010 - 2012
Contract Attorney, Gary B. Pulitzer, PC
2010 - 2011
Law Clerk, Jefferson County District Court
2008 - 2009
Guardian ad Litem, Rocky Mountain Children's Center
2008 - 2008
Law Clerk, Level 3 Communications
2007 - 2007
Legal Intern, Montana Department of Corrections
2011 - Present
Society of Descriptive PsychologistsMember
2011 - Present
Rocky Mountain Alliance of Legal Studies in BusinessProceedings Editor
2010 - Present
Colorado Bar Association, Family Law SectionMember
2010 - Present
Rocky Mountain Alliance of Legal Studies in BusinessMember
2009 - Present
Denver Bar AssociationMember
2007 - Present
Colorado Bar AssociationMember
2010
Masters in Business Administration
2009
Juris Doctorate
2006
Bachelor of Science
2006
Bachelor of Science
2014
2013
2012
2011
Acting without Thinking: Ethics without Theories
2011
Your Brain on Ethics
2011
Ethics without Theories
2010
International Intellectual Property Issues
2010
Psychology of Ethics
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