Lindasue Smollen

Lindasue Smollen

3.6
Rating: 5.4

Licensed for 42 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Boulder, CO
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation

3223 4th Street, Boulder, CO

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2012
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Licensed in Colorado for 42 years

State: Colorado

Acquired: 1983

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Lindasue Smollen LLC

3223 4th Street, Boulder, CO, 80304

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3.6 /5.0

17 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 3 of 3 reviews | Criminal Defense

Posted by Emily | September 26, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Excellent Criminal Defense Lawyer!

I called many attorneys in Boulder CO to help terminate my probation. They all wanted money up front, and they hardly listened to the details of my case. When I called Lindasue, she asked me to send her the documents that I had previously filed and was denied by the courts. Once Lindasue received ...the documents, it was literally within a week that I received an email with the subject "Granted!" I was surprised at how easy she made it and how quickly she got my probation terminated. So happy to end a terrible chapter in my life and so grateful for Lindasue. Oh, and she sent me an invoice. I've had some health problems and was short to pay her right away. She was so kind to allow me to pay her on my next pay date whereas the other attorneys were expecting a retainer up front to even start the process. Thank you, Lindasue!

Posted by anonymous | April 13, 2014 | Criminal Defense

I recommend this attorney

Linda Sue saw me through my legal case during a very stressful time in my life. She handled my case from start to finish and didn’t miss a beat when it came to legal maneuvering and timing. It was clear that she knew this area of law inside and out and provided very good guidance throughout. In the ...courtroom it was obvious that she was well respected and knew her way around procedure and protocol. She knew the individual judges and adjusted her presentation to address their particular likes or dislikes. It was clear that she had established herself as a respected officer of the court and did not need to indulge in unnecessary posturing. In bringing my case to resolution she pursued every possible angle without wasting precious time and money on unnecessarily antagonistic proceedings . She discussed every option for moving forward with me and had me make the final decision on crucial issues. She always called and informed me when there was any movement on the part of the DA or the Court and sent me copies of all information and documents she received . I never hesitated to call if I had a question and she returned my phone calls promptly. If she was in trial or couldn’t address my question immediately she made arrangements to get back to me in a timely manner. She did not waste my time or money pursuing things, that in her professional judgment, would be futile and she used the fees I paid her economically. She was also a good source of emotional support, recognizing when I was developing a “defeatist” attitude and provided strength and perspective when I ran out of my own. It was my observation that she stays on top of her game, devoting a lot of time to continuing legal education in her areas of expertise. I would recommend Lindasue highly to anyone who wants a tough, no-nonsense attorney who also has a lot of heart and compassion and puts her clients’ needs first.

Posted by Vanessa | December 18, 2013 | Criminal Defense

Review for Lindasue Smollen - divorce, child custody, Child Protective Services

I cannot imagine having gone through my divorce without her. She was the absolute perfect balance between being professional and serving as some emotional support when I was going through the most difficult time of my life. She gave me hard advice that I needed to hear at times, which has to be rare... because I am sure most just tell people what they want to hear. She was very creative about how to be my best advocate - taking care to note details that I would have forgotten if I had been my own advocate. Plus I will add that she is a very warm person to spend time with- very authentic. She made some unbelievably difficult times manageable. Also, she is relentless in getting the best outcome for me. A friend of mine called her a bulldog - and I like that metaphor. But she is not unreasonably so. There were times that other lawyers made themselves look bad by being awful to judges and staff, thinking that they are fighting for their client, all the while making their client look bad. Lindasue never did that - she always knew when to hang back. And her knowledge of the law - and common procedures - is outstanding. I just cannot say enough good about her. I would recommend her strongly to anyone going through a divorce. And if it was a close friend, I would almost insist. I can't imagine a better criminal defense or divorce lawyer.

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Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 17

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"I have known and worked with Lindasue Smollen for over 20 years in the criminal defense community. Lindasue is one of the most dedicated, tenacious trial attorneys I have ever known and I have always admired her courage and commitment to take on the toughest cases and do whatever is needed to defend her clients. I realize she has had a temporary bump in the road, but nonetheless, Lindasue knows her stuff inside and out and is a great criminal defense trial attorney."

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Rating:  5.4 (Average)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2012.

Censure issued in CO, 2012

updated on 05/08/2012

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Suspension issued in CO, 2011

updated on 03/28/2017

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