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
...
+ 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 11 - 15 of 70 reviews | Compassion

Posted by Jordan | December 30, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Lawyer

I had an excellent experience working with Jennifer C. Watkins. From the moment we reached out, she showed a level of professionalism and dedication that truly set her apart from others. She worked incredibly hard on my case, and through her efforts, she was able to reduce my charges, getting me the ...best possible outcome. Jennifer also made sure to guide me through every step of the process with clarity and confidence. She was always communicative, explaining my options in detail and ensuring I understood every part of the legal proceedings and obligations. What stood out the most was her genuine care for my well-being. She always kept my best interests at heart and worked hard to achieve the most favorable result. Throughout the entire process, I felt reassured knowing I had such a competent, reliable and committed lawyer on my side. Thanks to Jennifer’s expertise and hard work, I was able to move forward with my life without the weight of these charges hanging over me. I am extremely grateful for everything she did, and I highly recommend her to anyone in need of a top-notch lawyer who truly goes above and beyond.

Posted by Richard | September 09, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Litigation

Thoughtful, proactive representation

I contacted Jennifer Watkins during one of the worst weeks of my life, not knowing what I was going to do or how I was going to put everything back together. By the end of our first conversation, I felt like there was a plan and a path forward. She was supportive, proactive, and always realistic. She... showed immediate familiarity with not only the law but the ins and outs of the particular courtroom I would be facing. She was able to put my case in the best light possible, and had so many helpful recommendations that really made a difference. In the end the outcome was the best I could have hoped for. Additionally she was able to give me excellent post-trial advice and tips on the next steps. I highly recommend the Watkins Law Firm and am grateful for her efforts on my behalf.

Posted by Laura | September 05, 2024 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Miracle lawyer

--- To Whom It May Concern, I am writing to highly recommend Jennifer, an extraordinary attorney who has made a significant impact on my life. Her dedication and compassion are truly remarkable. Jennifer goes above and beyond to understand her clients and their situations, offering her unwa...vering support and expertise. I was facing 5 DUI charges with the possibility of seven years in prison—a situation where leniency is rare. Thanks to Jennifer's exceptional skills and determination, I avoided any jail time. Her ability to achieve such an outcome is nothing short of miraculous. What sets Jennifer apart is how much she truly cares about the person she’s defending. She doesn’t just see you as a case or a file; she genuinely cares about you and your well-being. Her compassion and dedication to her clients are evident in every interaction, making you feel supported and understood throughout the entire process. Jennifer is not only a highly skilled lawyer but also a genuinely caring individual. She is the first person I would call if I ever need legal assistance again. I cannot emphasize enough how grateful I am for her help. If you have any questions or need further information, please feel free to contact me. My name is Laura Roberts, and my phone number is 720-331-4195. I would be more than happy to share my experience with you. Sincerely, Laura Roberts

Posted by Jean | August 06, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Highly Recommend!

When you find yourself in a place where you need a lawyer, I would highly recommend Jennifer. Never thought that would happen to me... but it did, and I am glad that Jennifer was there to help me through each phase of the process. Jennifers knowledge, compassion, understanding and willingness to go... the extra mile was what I hoped for and received. She fought for what was just and fair and because of this I received the best possible outcome. Thank you Jennifer!

Posted by anonymous | April 29, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

DWAI

Jennifer Watkins is caring, compassionate and definitely well versed in this field. She made me feel human again after a trauma-filled, humiliating situation. Jennifer was able to negotiate the terms of my plea with the least amount of negative consequence as possible - given the extent of my situat...ion (refusal - I did not know that a refusal equated to automatic arrest, revocation of license and being considered a persistent offender) - this ignorance of the law all created more hoops to jump through, and a lot of dollars to spend, in order to get my license back. I seriously have anxiety and PTSD from that event and she honored me and took me seriously every step of the way. She took the time to answer every question I had and was realistically setting expectations. I was ignorant of the law and she gracefully and compassionately helped me get through this harrowing ordeal. Granted, this is an expensive lesson to learn. I wish I would have known Jennifer before all of this happened, however, I have been able to teach my family and friends about what to do in this situation because society still hasn't figured out how to address this racket. I got the best outcome regarding my situation. I would hire Jennifer again in a second, but hopefully I never will have to. ;)

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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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Heidi Anderson

DUI and DWI lawyer

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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