Jennifer Cristina Watkins

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Jennifer Cristina Watkins

also known as Watkins Law Firm

5.0
276 reviews
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Rating: 7.7

Licensed for 26 years

DUI and DWI Lawyer at Boulder, CO
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence

4450 Arapahoe Ave #100, Boulder, CO

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About Jennifer

Biography

Top Rated, experienced and compassionate DUI and Domestic Violence Criminal Defense attorney will tenaciously defend your rights and take the time to answer your questions. Call Now! 720-605-9702

Top Rated, experienced and compassionate DUI attorney will tenaciously defend your rights and take the time to answer your questions. Call Now! 720-605-9702

Top Rated, experienced and compassionate Domestic Violence and Criminal Defense attorney will tenaciously defend your rights and take the time to answer your questions. Call Now! 720-605-9702

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

DUI and DWI 65%

Experienced, skilled and compassionate defense with a proven track record. Call when you are charged with DUI, DWAI, DUID and other traffic charges.

27 years | 3,000 cases

65%
Criminal Defense 20%

20%
Domestic Violence 15%

Experienced, skilled and compassionate defense with a proven track record. Call when you are charged with domestic violence.

27 years | 500 cases

15%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2025 2024 2023
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+ 8
Platinum Client Champion

Licenses

Licensed in Colorado for 26 years

State: Colorado

Acquired: 2000

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Watkins

4450 Arapahoe Ave #100, Boulder, CO, 80303

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Jennifer Cristina Watkins's Reviews

Showing 51 - 55 of 79 reviews | Professionalism

Posted by anonymous | August 15, 2017 | Hired Attorney

The absolute best decision I've made.

I had never had need for an attorney and randomly found Jennifer Watkins when I ended up in a situation where I was facing driving under the influence, leaving the scene, and careless driving charges. I've since come to believe that there was nothing random about finding Ms. Watkins. She immediately ...empathized with what had happened in my case and noted how other circumstances in my life contributed to my situation. Jennifer Watkins is sharp, focused, intelligent, compassionate, and articulate She went to my DMV hearing, which I assumed from all I had read was only a formality and would mean the loss of my license, and won the case. Throughout the eight months of this legal process, Ms. Watkins worked tirelessly to provide me with the best possible outcome. She listened to me and supported me in a way that made it possible for me to make changes in my life that have created health and safety in my world. I never felt like I was another case for her. She cares very deeply for the people she helps. Close to my court date, the DA asked to meet with me to go over some lingering questions she had. Jennifer advised me on the pitfalls of doing that prior to my hearing, but after many discussions, we decided it felt right to do so. She asked me to tell my truth, which I did. At the close of that meeting, the DA let me know she would be filing a motion to dismiss all charges. She went on to note that the best thing I could have done was to hire Jennifer Watkins. She told me that she and her colleagues had discussed Ms. Watkins and the case and knew that if Ms.Watkins was pushing for dismissal, they needed to take a closer look at things. Her integrity has earned her the respect of the court system and the DA's office. Not only did Jennifer Watkins work diligently and tirelessly to have my case dismissed, but she also took the time and effort to put what had happened into the context of my life and what I had been going through as a human being. Stumbling upon Ms.Watkins and hiring her changed the course of my life and the course of my family's life. She was a bright light in one of the darkest periods of my life. I'm eternally grateful.

Posted by anonymous | July 19, 2017 | Hired Attorney

Highly Recommend

i had gotten my second DUI and i was not sure what the outcome would be, i was very worried about what would happen. i contacted Jennifer and she Immediately let me know what i needed to do and was there for me for anything i needed. She is ver professional and hands down knows what she's is doing. i... was looking at 3 month in jail but she lowered it a lesser sentence and got me on all the minimum sentencing, i honestly don't know where i would have been without her.

Posted by anonymous | July 10, 2017 | Hired Attorney

A very good attorney (and a very good soul)

My experience with Jennifer Watkins was thoroughly positive, and I will never forget the kindness, diligence and skill that she brought to my defense. I strongly recommend reading all of Jennifer's other reviews, and I am happy to report that these resoundingly positive testimonials are well deserve...d. I hired Jennifer after being charged with a DUI, and the circumstances were considered 'aggravated'. I felt tremendously guilty, embarrassed and very anxious about my future and my freedom. Jennifer listened carefully, and her counsel was supportive and realistic. She gave me ‘homework’ and made practical and individualized suggestions not only for the upcoming court date, but for coping with the shock, stress and guilt I was experiencing. She demonstrated patience that went beyond what anyone could reasonably expect, and when she wasn't busy answering my frequent Emails or talking on the phone with me, Jennifer was working diligently behind the scenes on my behalf. In the end she achieved the best possible outcome for my case, and I will always feel a debt of gratitude. Jennifer Watkins is kind, caring, polite, honest and extremely effective. She a skilled attorney who also happens to be a fine human being, and I recommend her without reservation.

Posted by Lindsay | April 16, 2017 | Hired Attorney

My opinion

Jennifer Watkins represented me in my first and only DUI case. Not only was she professional but she was very compassionate, well spoken, and diligent with the facts of the case. She reassured me when my confidence was low, and it was brutally honest with the law as it is written. I am overjoyed w...ith the outcome of my case and would highly recommend her to anyone I know that is looking at a DUI.

Posted by Tim K. | March 13, 2017 | Hired Attorney

Absolutely the best choice!

I have had the pleasure of working with Ms. Watkins on two occasions now. Both times I was absolutely amazed with her ability to work the DA and achieve an outcome that was to my benefit. She knows the "in's and out's" of the law world and uses her knowledge to the fullest to get the best possible ou...tcome she can for you. I would highly recommend her for your case criminal because she is a pleasure to work with, she won't make you feel like just another case, she will fight hard for you while considering your personal needs and she is well respected in the justice system. I would hire you again any day Ms. Watkins because you are the best attorney I have personally ever hired! Tim K.

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Jennifer Cristina Watkins's Lawyer Endorsements

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Heidi Anderson

DUI and DWI lawyer | Apr 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jennifer is a very dedicated and hard-working attorney with a heart and compassion that is not often seen in other attorneys. She has a way of easing the fears of her clients, and her demeanor is very reassuring to them that she will get them through their legal problems."

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Scott Rubin

DUI and DWI lawyer | Apr 20

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Ms. Watkins is a very knowledgeable and detailed DUI/DWAI and criminal attorney. She works tirelessly on the clients behalf in every case, keeping clients well informed of all the ins and outs of the process and what they can expect. She is very aggressive in her representation on her clients behalf and is always focused on getting the absolute best result possible. Moreover, she is very empathetic to her clients and available to clients for a quick response as to their questions and concerns. I have seen her knowledge and abilities in action many times and wholeheartedly recommend Ms. Watkins."

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Experience

Rating:  7.7 (Very Good)

Honors

2026

Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2025

Client's Choice, Avvo

2022

Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2020

Client's Choice, Avvo

2020

Client's Choice, Avvo

2020

Client Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2019

Client's Choice, Avvo

2019

Client's Choice, Avvo

2018

Client's Choice, Avvo

2017

Client's Choice, Avvo

2016

Client's Choice, Avvo

2015

Best of 2015 Award, Thumbtack

2015

Client's Choice, Avvo

Work Experience

2002 - Present

Attorney, Watkins Law

2000 - 2000

Attorney, Colorado State Public Defender's Office

1997 - 1998

Externship, District Attorney Offices

Associations

2000 - Present

Colorado Bar Association

Member

2000 - Present

Colorado Criminal Defense Bar Association

Member

2000 - Present

Boulder County Bar Association

Member

Education

1999

University of Denver Sturm College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1994

Queens University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2017

Boulder County Young Democrats

Panel Discussing Crime- Young Democrats of Boulder

Publications

1999

Denver University Law Review Denver Law Review

1998

Denver University Law Review Denver Law Review

Languages

English

French

Activity

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