Kara W. Edmunds

Kara W. Edmunds

5.0
Rating: 8.2

Licensed for 31 years

Car accident Lawyer at Boulder, CO
Practice Areas: Car Accidents, Employee Benefits, Personal Injury, Estate Planning

2280 Forest Ave, Boulder, CO

About Kara

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Car Accident 25%

I have particularly enjoyed helping parents whose children were with them in a motor vehicle accident because I have four children of my own and I understand the stress and helplessness parents feel when their children have been injured due to someone else's negligence. I aim to see justice served on behalf of our youngest and most innocent victims of motor vehicle negligence.

21 years | 120 cases

25%
Employee Benefits 25%

I represent individuals and employees whose claims for short term disability benefits and long term disability benefits have been denied or terminated. I handle employer sponsored benefit plans (ERISA) and private benefit plans (non-ERISA). I have represented hedge fund managers, doctors, realtors, nurses, factory workers. No ERISA denied disability benefit matter is too large or too small. If your ERISA or long or short term disability claim is in jeopardy - I would be honored to help!

21 years | 30 cases

25%
Estate Planning 25%

21 years | 9 cases

25%
Personal Injury 25%

For more than 10 years, I have handled personal injury claims caused by unsafe premises (hotels, restaurants, hospitals) and defective products.

21 years | 120 cases

25%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes

Contingency

25%-33%


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Licenses

Licensed in Colorado for 11 years

State: Colorado

Acquired: 2014

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in North Carolina for 31 years

State: North Carolina

Acquired: 1994

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Edmunds Law Firm PLLC.

2280 Forest Ave, Boulder, CO, 80304-2744

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Kara W. Edmunds's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

4 Client Reviews

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Posted by Gene | June 05, 2015 | Car Accidents

More Than Hoped For

I was extremely pleased with Kara Edmunds as my lawyer. I was in a serious automobile accident in December 2010, and she represented my claims to the insurance company. Kara kept me in the loop each step of the way and always responded promptly to my questions and concerns. Kara cautioned me not t...o rush this case settlement. She took her time and my reward was more that I had hoped for. I would recommend Kara Edmunds to anyone without reservation.

Posted by anonymous | May 15, 2015 | Car Accidents

she did what I thought was impossible

I was in a car accident and the insurance company was firmly offering me way less than would even cover my bills. After being bullied by the insurance handler, I called Kara to see if she could help. She came through with such integrity and persistence.

Posted by Elaine Gallagher | January 23, 2015 | Employment & Labor

If you are looking for a outstanding lawyer, you will find one in Kara Edmunds

Due to my chronic pain I was on medicine that effected my cognative and ability to perform my job. After 19 years at the same company I was ask to leave and don't come back until I was better. Needless to say I was beside myself. Kara was referred to us by another attorney and I was never so happy an...d hopeful when we finally spoke. I knew that I had the right person for the job. She was able to understand my problem and was able to get the job done. I highly recommend when Kara tells you what her plans are, you just go with her for the ride and help her when she may need some assistance. Because she does and will get the job done. We are so grateful how are lives had changed with all the hard work that was done in my case. Kara is the person to ask for her help, you will not be disappointed.

Posted by Tom | January 11, 2015

Competent and caring

Kara has represented me for close to 9 years now and I can always depend on her to look out for my interests. I have dealt with many other lawyers over the years and I haven't found anyone who actually cares about her clients as much as Kara does. She is knowledgable, resourceful, and has useful co...ntacts and experience. I have recommended her to other people who are similarly pleased with having Kara represent them. The reason I gave 4 stars instead of 5 for responsiveness is because I used to work with corporate lawyers and I was spoiled by having them available 24 hours. I actually live in Virginia, so having Kara located first in NC and then in CO has not hindered her ability to represent me better than any local lawyers with whom I have worked.

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Kara W. Edmunds's Lawyer Endorsements

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John Schumacher

Personal injury lawyer | Oct 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Kara is a skilled and professional attorney who cares about her clients and the outcomes of their cases."

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Robert Kaiser

Personal injury lawyer | Aug 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Edmunds qualifications and skill in the area of personal injury is apparent in her thoughtful responses to the questions posted on this site. Keep up the good work Ms. Edmunds!"

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Joshua Sheade

Personal injury lawyer | Jun 08

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Kara and I have worked together on many occasions. She is a pre-eminent personal injury attorney due to her years of experience within the courtroom. More important, Kara is very compassionate and is one of the best that I know at explaining to her client strategy, the litigation process, and what is in their best interest. Her dedication is to her client, and those that have a chance to work with her see that on a daily basis. She is one of the few personal injury attorneys that does not decide the fate of her client's case solely based on the amount of her contingency award. As such, her clients are always happy with her end results. In addition, although her primary area of expertise is personal injury, I have seen her jump into landlord-tenant, employment, and foreclosure disputes with an eagerness to represent her clients fully and competently. No matter how big the case or how unusual the dispute, Kara is always prepared to fully represent her clients."

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Gregg Kay

Personal injury lawyer | Jun 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Kara will handle your personal injury matter in a professional and competent manner. I whole heartedly endorse her skills."

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Lisa Bullard

Personal injury lawyer | May 26

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. She's also highly skilled with Erisa disability cases and is very dedicated to her clients."

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William Edmunds

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 21

Relationship: Family member

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Waddington

Personal injury lawyer | Oct 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Kara. She is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Cheryl Toman-Cubbage

Estate planning lawyer

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Gregg Kay

Litigation lawyer

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Thomas Duncan

Mediation lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.2 (Excellent)

Honors

2012

Very Highly Rated for Ethics and Ability, Martindale-Hubbell

1994

Order of the Coif, University of Georgia

1993

American Jurisprudence Award, American Jurisprudence

1992

Class of 1933 Torts Award, University of Georgia

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Discussion Leader, University of Colorado

2013 - Present

Founding Partner, Edmunds Law Firm, PLLC

2005 - 2013

Attorney, Law Offices of Jeffrey K . Peraldo, PA

1994 - 2003

Attorney, Smith Moore Law

Associations

2014 - Present

Colorado Bar Association

2013 - Present

American Association for Justice

2013 - Present

Boulder Junior Cycling

Volunteer Coordinator

2005 - Present

American College of Trial Lawyers

1994 - Present

North Carolina Bar Association

2005 - 2009

North Carolina Advocates for Justice

Sample of Legal Cases

Haines v. State Farm

Jury verdict in our favor.

Newkirk-Davis v. Liberty Life

Settled at mediation.

Kimp v. Walmart

Case settled for an amount which greatly pleased the client.

Musico v. Vecoplan

Settled the case on the eve of trial.

Watkins v. Easton

Settled for an amount that thrilled the client.

McKoy v. MetLife

Secured buyout of client's long term disability policy after MetLife suddenly terminated her benefits.

Hill v. StubHub

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Education

1999

University of North Carolina, Greensboro

1994

University of Georgia School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1991

University of Virginia

B.S.Ed.

Speaking Engagements

2014

Does your social security client have an underlying LTD claim?

Denied ERISA /LTD Benefits

2011

National Entertainment and Sports Law Conference

Communications Decency Act

Publications

2009

NC Bar Journal Does Your Social Security Client Have an Underlying LTD Claim

1995

Georgia Law Review (Athens) Implying Damages Under the EAHCA: Franklin v. Gwinnett County Schools Adds Fuel to the Argument

Languages

English

Activity

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