$ 195-300 per hour
also known as Jim Lionberger
I have practiced in Boulder County for thirty-five (35) years, and have served as a mediator for twenty-five (25) years. I have appeared before the Court thousands of times, and have served as a mediator in more than a thousand cases. But this experience has convinced me that the last choice in any family law matter should be to turn the decision over to the Court. Although judges are hard-working and well-meaning, trying their best to enter just verdicts, they are mere mortals nonetheless. Despite their best efforts, they often enter awards that do not seem “fair” to either of the litigants. Thus, I encourage my clients to take all reasonable efforts to negotiate a mutually agreeable resolution of their case that relieves them of the anxiety, hostility, and substantial legal costs associated with taking a matter all the way to trial. However, if a reasonable settlement cannot be negotiated, I am experienced, willing and able to present my client's case to the Court with persuasion and conviction.
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34 years | 2,300 cases
$ 195-300 per hour
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Acquired: 1982
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Acquired: 1981
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Suite B, 2907 17th Ave., Longmont, CO, 80503
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Posted by Rick | September 4, 2018 | Hired Attorney
When I first hired James Lionberger my case, at that time, was fairly cut and dry. When it became complicated, Mr. Lionberger and his staff took the bull by the horns and drove my case to closure. His staff are great communicators by keeping me informed about every little detail. I would highly recom...
Posted by Wileen | July 30, 2018 | Hired Attorney
I am so grateful to have found and been accepted as a client by this firm! I needed a divorce from a volatile and unpredictable person. Jim and Diana kept everything very professional and as calm as possible. Even from our first interview Jim was concerned with my safety, he spent his own time goi...
Posted by Kevan | March 14, 2018 | Consulted Attorney
I went in to see Mr. Lionberger for a case, while also having a different attorney for an unrelated case. I wish I had not already retained an attorney for my other case when I walked out of his office so that he would take over it as well. I even thought about forfeiting my retainer on the other att...
Posted by Becky | July 23, 2017 | Hired Attorney
Not only is Jim an extraordinarily knowledgeable and experienced attorney, he is an extremely patient, kind and honest person. I was very satisfied with his representation. I would and have referred others to him without hesitation.
Posted by anonymous | July 22, 2017 | Hired Attorney
Wonderful wonderful human being! Did a wonderful job and had my best interest at heart!
"I endorse this lawyer. Jim Lionberger doesn't waste people's time with listening to himself talk. He is exceptionally knowledgeable about the court system and judges and, based on his wealth of experience, he is our go-to mediator in the Boulder area."
"James Lionberger exemplifies the very best attributes of an active attorney and displays a high level of professionalism, confidence and skill. In fact, his manner and professionalism as a mediator are at a standard to which I and others should aspire. Mr. Lionberger is an intelligent and well-prepared mediator. He works hard to maintain positive relationships with judges and a working knowledge of the courts processes. Mr. Lionberger is an excellent mediator and I recommend him wholeheartedly."
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Divorce and separation lawyer
2017
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
1989 - Present
Owner, Law Office of James A. Lionberger
1982 - 1989
Owner, Hopp, Carlson & Beckmann, PC
1981 - 1982
Law Clerk to Hon. J.P. Morgan (dec.), Missouri Supreme Court
1979 - 1980
Law Clerk, Shirkey and Associates
1982 - Present
Colorado Bar AssociationMember
1982 - Present
Boulder County Bar AssociationMember
1981
JD - Juris Doctor
1978
BS - Bachelor of Science
2018
Basics of Domestic Law Mediation
2013
Negotiation/Mediation Skills
English
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