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 6 - 10 of 18 reviews | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Posted by anonymous | October 04, 2019 | Hired Attorney

Amazing

I got charged with a DUI and some small traffic infractions, but thanks to Jennifer and her efforts, she got it down to a DWAI with minimum fines, community service, and probation. Jennifer worked up until the last second to secure this deal and worked with me one on one to help ease my stress and pr...epare me for everything that needed to be said and done. I felt that she was on my side the entire time, and she really did everything she could to help lighten the burden of going to court. All in all, Jennifer was incredibly helpful and I had faith the entire time that she had my back and was in control of the case.

Posted by G | May 23, 2019 | Hired Attorney

GREAT JOB JENNIFER! THANK YOU!

I was issued a 12 point ticket, facing the possibility of losing my license. I was totally freaking out. Jennifer did a great job handling my situation. She actually got my case dropped entirely. What a relief.

Posted by Jonathan | August 15, 2018 | Hired Attorney

Phenomenal

I had an absolutely FANTASTIC experience with Jennifer. From the first time we spoke I was taken completely aback by her incredible level of compassion, understanding, and level of expertise. It was like I was speaking with a very old friend, yet one with immensely powerful legal abilities that truly... saved my butt in a very very scary and embarassing situation. She gave me an initial consultation that lasted for over an hour and a half - for free - where we spoke about everything from my charges, to life problems I had been having (for which she offered her own advice) ,to music! She took as much time as I needed, and then some, to truly help me understand what I was facing and what she could do for me. She made me feel that I truly had an ally in this seemingly hopeless situation. From my experience, Jennifer is not in this line of work solely for the money, like many DUI lawyers. She is not only is an incredibly kind and compassionate soul, but also one BADASS lawyer who fought tirelessly for me every step of the way - and was always there to respond thoroughly to any questions I had any time of day. The charges I was facing were very very scary after a horrible DUI incident, and she got my case reduced to literally the least amount of charges possible. I was facing a DUI, a careless driving charge, and the revocation of my license, and it got plead down to a DWAI, no careless driving charge, and the ability to keep my license. I can honestly not say enough good things about this woman and the work that she does. She has been fighting hard for clients in these kinds of situations in the Boulder area for 18+ years, and she is a true expert in her field. If you are looking for an all-star lawyer who is also incredibly empathetic and passionate about her clients well-being, and one who will help you feel human in this very de-humanizing position, please do not hesitate to call her. If, God forbid, I was ever in this situation again, or know anyone who was, I would absolutely not hesitate to hire or reccomend Jennifer again. She is truly one of a kind and I am so grateful and lucky to have chosen her during one of my lowest and most desparate moments.

Posted by Nancy | March 29, 2018 | Hired Attorney

Best Attorney Ever!

I was involved in a Hit and Run accident in Colorado, and full of anxiety about it after 50 years of safe driving. I knew I couldn't get through this alone, so after interviewing a few other local attorneys, I instantly knew that Atty. Watkins would be the absolute best. That proved to be amazingl...y true, both on a personal and caring level, as well as complete expertise with the legal system. It was very apparent that she had a respected level of credibility with the judge and DA in my case, and I could see that they gave her total respect and seriously considered her suggestions. As a result, my Hit and Run was cleared, and only the Careless Driving remained, so I was thrilled that she negotiated so well within the complex legal system, and it was a true miracle that the ticket was so reduced. Also, she kept in very close touch with me during the entire process and promptly answered any concerns that came up. This was a great source of comfort for me. I hope that I will never find myself in a situation again to need Atty. Watkins legal help, but if I did, she is the only person I would go to. I honestly can't recommend her highly enough.

Posted by Ian | November 30, 2017 | Hired Attorney

The lawyer you want in your corner when you need one

Facing a DWAI and speeding charges, I contacted Ms Watkins who was realistic, explanatory and calming during the initial discussion as well as during the numerous, subsequent follow-up questions I had. Rather than choose a "bulldog", I choose someone who came across as calm, collaborative and local; ...this is a decision I will never regret. Ms Watkins worked diligently with the DA to explain my case rather than try and demand a favorable solution and when pestered by me, patiently offered guidance on the practicalities of the matter and what, if anything, I could do to improve my case. She was able to turn a seemingly "open and shut" case against me into a lesser charge that minimized several multi-month risks. While this was unexpected, I am confident it would not have been possible without Ms. Watkins specific approach, rapport with the decision-makers and focus on this area of expertise. I cannot recommend her enough! Good Luck to you!

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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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