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Jeri Beth Katz
also known as J.B. Katz
About Jeri
Biography
Ask anyone who knows me and they will tell you that I was born to fight for the underdog. My dad, Stanley, was a lawyer in Laurel, Maryland when it was still a small town and most everyone knew each other. During law school, I clerked for a prominent criminal defense lawyer in suburban Maryland who dedicated his life to defending the accused against the power of the state. Both are now gone, but I strive to honor their values and principles in my criminal defense practice today.
I graduated from the University of Maryland with a degree in Economics and received my law degree from Catholic University, Columbus School of Law in Washington, D.C. After law school, I worked for both a mid-size and small firm in Washington, D.C. defending South American companies accused of unfair trade practices by the United States government. After several years, I moved to Colorado to pursue a private practice focused on representing individuals charged with misdemeanors and felonies in the Colorado mountains area. I practice only criminal defense.
Practice Areas
8
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
14%
35 years | 500 cases
DUI and DWI
14%
35 years | 500 cases
Domestic Violence
14%
35 years | 500 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 200-250 per hour
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in Colorado for 31 years
State: Colorado
Acquired: 1994
No misconduct found
Licensed in District of Columbia for 34 years
State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 1991
No misconduct found
Licensed in Maryland for 35 years
State: Maryland
Acquired: 1990
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of J.B. Katz, P.C.
P.O. Box 5200 (mailing), 101 N. Main Street, Suite 5 (FedEx, UPS), Breckenridge, CO, 80424
Law Offices of Jeri Beth Katz
Po Box 5200, 101 N Main St Ste 5, Breckenridge, CO, 80424
Law Offices of J.B. Katz, P.C.
101 N. Main Street, Suite 3, Breckenridge, CO, 80424
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Jeri Beth Katz's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 11 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Kyle | October 1, 2024 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Trustworthy and Professional
I highly recommend JB to anyone looking for a trustworthy professional. She helped me with my "original" situation effectively and elegantly.
Posted by anonymous | April 17, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
J.B. took my tough and unusual case. She worked it with dedication and care. She achieved great results & all for a fair price.
I don't often write reviews but I am compelled on this occasion by a deep sense of gratitude for J.B., because of the dedication and care she served me with throughout my case and even after. My charges were unique and stemmed from a very serious accident which to my knowledge was unlike anything pr...
Posted by Jason | January 12, 2015
Best DUI Defense Lawyer in Summit County
I was the not so proud recipient of a DUI in Summit County. I immediately consulted a lawyer friend of mine who, without hesitation, recommend J.B. Katz. Although, the legal trauma was no fun, J.B. was knowledgeable and helpful. She set realistic expectations and did not sugarcoat anything. She worke...
Posted by Becky | April 3, 2014
JB is a Rock Star! Hire her you will not be disappointed! Best Lawyer EVER!! Thanks JB!
If you are reading this review you have found your Lawyer!!! J.B. is nothing short of a Rock Star!!!! I had gotten a DUI 20 years ago and moved out of Colorado before it went to trial and basically I just forgot about it. I had intended to take it to trial because I was not drunk and they had no p...
Posted by anonymous | July 10, 2013
Secured Best Possible Outcome
JB helped me to deal handle a misdemeanor charge of "Unlawful Use of a Skiing Facility" (Note: Never, ever use anyone else's ski pass. Really. It is serious business.) JB was excellent. She charges a very reasonable flat rate, knows the law, and knows the legal and municipal community in Breckenr...
Jeri Beth Katz's Lawyer Endorsements
"I had a Philadelphia client who obtained a traffic speeding ticket and subsequent summons and complaint in Breckenridge Colorado. I contacted JB for legal advice on this matter. JB replied promptly and gave me invaluable information as a Philadelphia attorney to solve my client’s out-of-state problem. With JB’s advice which, I related to my client, the client was able to pro se solve the traffic court problem and reduce and minimize the number of points on the client's driving record. All I can say is -- JB is amazing, professional, and prompt and was very kind to give me this gratuitous information and advice."
"I endorse this lawyer. JB is an amazing and intelligent attorney. Her clients always come first and she has exceptional knowledge and expertise in DUI defense. It should come as no surprise that she is considered one of the leaders in DMV and DUI defense."
"Very quickly after I began practicing criminal defense in the central mountains of Colorado it became evident that J.B. enjoys a well-deserved reputation for representing her clients with expertise and in a vigorous and ethical manner. She is well liked by prosecutors, judges, and all of her colleagues. She is gracious in sharing her knowledge and experience with her fellow defense attorneys, which evidences her absolute commitment to the defense of the accused. I am grateful to count J.B. as a friend and I would recommend her services without hesitation."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Katz is well regarded in the Colorado Legal community. She is very well experienced and care deeply for her clients and vigorously defends each client compelling the government to comply with the law. Attorney Katz is an asset to the legal community and the public at large."
"J.B. Katz is an excellent criminal defense lawyer. I would recommend her to anyone without hesitation."
"I endorse this lawyer. J.B. Katz is a fierce defender of her clients. She fights for her clients and is respected by other lawyers and Judges. J.B. has many years of experience in defending clients which is critical in executing the best strategies and knowing the best defenses to get clients the very best outcomes in their cases. J.B. is trustworthy and reliable and will consider what is best for you."
"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Katz has the knowledge and experience to handle any criminal case. She has been practicing in the Summit and surrounding area for many years. You cannot go wrong trusting her."
"I regularly teach DUI Continuing Legal Education courses to other attorneys in Colorado. I therefore have a good basis for refering other attorneys throughout the state. JB is the "go to" attorney in and around the central mountain communities. She definitely has the knowledge and skill to handle any situation. I never hesitate before sending her work."
"Whenever someone needs an attorney west of Denver, I always know that if I give them JB's name they will be taken care of by an absolute professional. JB is sharp, aggressive and knows how to find a defense for her clients if one is out there to be found. She is also held in very high regard by the courts and the DA's office which gives her the edge over many other lawyers. However, what I have always admired most about JB is how she always treats her clients with the utmost respect and empathy. She is truly a caring and compassionate lawyer who gets to know her clients and fights hard for them every single day. If I ever needed a lawyer to represent me, I would go directly to JB and know I would be in great hands."
"I frequently refer clients to Ms. Katz. The clients are very pleased with the level of service she provides."
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Experience
Honors
2010
Gold Pro Bono, Northwest Colorado Legal Services Project
2009
Gold Pro Bono, Northwest Colorado Legal Services Project
2008
Community Appreciation - Breckenridge Town Council, Town of Breckenridge
N/A
Notable, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
1998 - Present
Attorney, Law Offices of J.B. Katz, P.C.
1900 - Present
Member, Law Offices of J.B. Katz, P.C.
1994 - 1998
Partner, Daniel & Katz, P.C.
1991 - 1994
Associate, Law Offices of Royal Daniel III
1989 - 1991
Associate, Bishop, Cook, Purcell & Reynolds
1988 - 1988
Law Clerk, Alan J. Goldstein, P.C.
Associations
2009 - Present
National DUI Defense College
2000 - Present
National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws (NORML)National Legal Committee
1998 - Present
Colorado Criminal Defense Bar
1995 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Sample of Legal Cases
People v. R.
Not guilty
Education
2007
National Criminal Defense College
1990
Catholic University of America
JD
1990
Catholic University of America, Columbus School of Law
J.B.
1987
University of Maryland
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2016
2016 DUI Seminar
Plea Negotiations and Sentencing
2013
Annual DUI Conference
Welcoming Remarks
Publications
1989
Catholic University Law Review
he Trust Doctrine: A Source of Protection for Native American Sacred Sites, 38 CATH. UL REV. 705 (1989)
Languages
English
Portuguese
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
How can I request video footage of my assault while in detention? I am pro se
18 Mar 2019
Q&A
I have court scheduled for this afternoon but have s family emergency and cannot attend. What do I do?
30 Jul 2018
Q&A
I got pulled over for expired tags and no insurance for the second time in the past 4 years 5 years I did not sign my ticket
22 Jun 2018