Daryl K James

Daryl K James

4.7
Rating: 9.9

Licensed for 41 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Boulder, CO
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Mediation, Arbitration, Wills & Living Wills

3775 Iris Ave Ste 5, Boulder, CO

About Daryl

Biography

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 150-350 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Colorado for 41 years

State: Colorado

Acquired: 1984

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

James Associates LLC

3775 Iris Ave Ste 5, Boulder, CO, 80301-2043

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Daryl K James's Reviews

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4.7 /5.0

14 Client Reviews

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Posted by John | October 05, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Daryl K James is an Excellent Mediator and Lawyer

In the sad event of divorce, Daryl did a splendid job of helping us maintain good relations and devise a good settlement. The patient work with what was needed to satisfy the court and maintain flexibility for later events has been very much appreciated for many yeas now. Later, Daryl worked out so...me other needs for an adjustment, in a new way. And, I have employed him and hist staff for a will. I heartily recommend him for an alternatives to confrontation and competition. His care goes well beyond the legal details.

Posted by Carolyn | October 01, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Excellent representation

I hired Daryl to represent me during a collaborative divorce process. At a very difficult time, I felt fully supported and well-represented. Because divorce is such an emotionally charged subject, it was extremely reassuring to have someone working for me that had my best interest at heart, and som...eone who was paying attention to things that I hadn't even thought about. Daryl is extremely knowledgable about the collaborative process, which allows you to avoid going to court. He is very well-versed with tax issues, financial planning issues and I found him to be very forward thinking as far as issues that will (and have) come up down the road. Knowing that you can trust the person representing you alleviates a lot of stress. I can't thank Daryl enough for helping me come out of this process with the best possible agreement.

Posted by Phil | September 08, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

An attorney with integrity

I turned to Daryl when I divorced six years ago. Sadly my divorce was messy, with two children, complex financial issues and two parties who still cannot get along. Daryl stepped in and brought sanity to what had been utter chaos. He did a solid job for me on a difficult case and has supported me ...when things have gotten sticky in the years since. He did a good job helping through change of parenting time and change in child support several years after the initial settlement. I would recommend him highly

Posted by Andy | June 15, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

A trusted source

I have worked with Daryl for almost 10 years. He represented me during the divorce, and continued modifications to our parenting plan, initiated by the other party. He has been great at defending whatever comes our way. He first educates me, then negotiates on my behalf. If that doesn't work, he ...is willing to litigate on my behalf. I can sleep at night knowing that Daryl is on my team.

Posted by Paul | June 14, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Excellent Representation for my Divorce

I contacted Daryl to help me with a divorce. I was very satisfied with the representation I received. Daryl and his assistant made the process as painless as possible, given the circumstances. I was also able to work with Daryl again on child custody issues and most recently, Daryl filed motions to... discontinue the child support obligation I had with my former spouse. This was due to my children being emancipated adults. This required only an email or two and again, I was very satisfied with the service I received.

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Daryl K James's Lawyer Endorsements

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Michael Travers

Divorce and separation lawyer | Nov 14

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse Daryl James for his knowledge, skill, professionalism, and human civility. I am familiar with Daryl's legal work in two ways: 1) when he has been opposing counsel in Collaborative Law Divorces; and, 2) when I have facilitated and mediated Collaborative Divorce proceedings in which he represented one of the parties. Daryl really "walks the talk" in Collaborative Law. In the matters I have been involved in with him, he has used his knowledge and experience constructively for both the protection of his clients and the productive engagement of each party and professional involved in the case. Daryl's experience shows. His understanding of both legal and non-legal needs of his clients is exemplary. This legal and non-legal expertise is clearly must be an asset to ALL his clients."

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Johanna Blumenthal

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jun 28

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Daryl is the type of attorney who makes me proud to be a member of the legal profession. Regardless of the complexity or difficulty of the case, Daryl practices with integrity, professionalism and care. For over 30 years Daryl has been honing his craft with the aim of better serving the needs of his clients. If you are looking for an attorney who will meet you where you are and tailor your case towards your needs, I highly recommend Daryl K. James."

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Experience

Rating:  9.9 (Superb)

Honors

2020

Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell

2018

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Associations

2015 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

2007 - Present

Colorado Collaborative Divorce Professionals

Board Member

2007 - Present

Association of Family and Conciliation Courts (Colorado chapter)

Member

2005 - Present

International Academy of Collaborative Professionals

Member

2004 - Present

Collaborative Divorce Professionals of Boulder

Member

1995 - Present

Boulder Interdisciplinary Committee

Member

1984 - Present

Colorado Bar Association

Member

1984 - Present

Boulder County Bar Association

Member

2013 - 2016

Association of Family and Conciliation Courts (Colorado chapter)

Board Member

2000 - 2010

Boulder Interdisciplinary Committee

Board Member

Education

1984

University of Colorado School of Law

Juris Doctor

1978

Arizona State University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2015

Colorado Chapter of the Association of Family and Conciliation Courts annual conference

Unconscious Persuasion and Bias: How to Influence, How to Resist,

2014

Colorado Collaborative Divorce Professionals Level II Training

Ethical Considerations for Attorneys in Neutral Assisted Collaborations,”

2013

Colorado Collaborative Divorce Professionals Level II Training

Ethical Considerations for Attorneys in Neutral Assisted Collaborations

2013

Collaborative Level I Training

Basics of Collaborative Practice

2012

Collaborative Level I Training

Basics of Collaborative Practice

2011

Boulder County Bar Section on Alternative Dispute Resolution Brownbag PResentation

Your Emotions as a Mediator: Making Them Work for You

2010

Annual ADR Conference

Persuasion Under the Radar

2006

Boulder Interdisciplinary Committee Meeting

Empirical Bases Supporting Collaborative Practice,”

2006

Annual COAFCC Conference

Negotiation in Divorce

Languages

English

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