Contact Jennifer Knies at (719) 259-2223
Jennifer “Jen” Knies is an experienced military veteran. As a retired US Army JAG Officer and combat veteran, Jen possesses an in-depth knowledge of military law, as well as a unique understanding of the challenges military members and their families face during divorce and parenting disputes. She has litigated hundreds of criminal cases and has years of experience in dealing with military commanders on behalf of service members.
Jen has over fourteen years of experience as an Army JAG attorney. She is a recognized expert in the areas of sexual assault and crimes against children. Jen’s passion is for protecting the interests of her clients and achieving the best possible outcome for them.
Jen has trained extensively in all areas of domestic relations law. She is a certified Child and Family Investigator, Parenting Coordinator and Decision Maker, and Mediator. Her knowledge and experience in these areas allow her to provide her clients with expert advice regarding parenting time disputes and other family law matters.
Jen is a graduate of the United States Military Academy at West Point and theMarshall-Wythe School of Law at the College of William and Mary. She also earned a Master of Laws in Criminal Law from the Judge Advocate General’s Legal Center and School.
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Languages spoken
English, Russian
Knies, Helland & McPherson Law
1122 N. El Paso St.
Colorado Springs, CO, 80903
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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CO | Active | 2000 | 06/08/2022 |
Legal answers | 0 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Bronze Star Medal | US Armed Forces | N/A |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Partner | Knies, Helland & McPherson Law | 2017 - Present |
Associate | Black & Graham, LLC | 2014 - 2017 |
Colonel | Us Army Jag Corps | 1987 - 2014 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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American Inns of Court | Member | 2015 - Present |
Colorado Bar Association | Member | 2014 - Present |
El Paso County Bar Association | Member | 2014 - Present |
Association of Family and Conciliation Courts | Member | 2013 - Present |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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Colorado Criminal Law Guide | Kidnapping Offenses in Colorado | 2014 |
The Army Lawyer | Two Steps Forward, One Step Back: Why the New UCMJ’s Rape Law Missed the Mark, and How an Affirmative | 2007 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Judge Advocate General's Legal Center and School | LLM | 2008 |
William & Mary Law School | JD - Juris Doctor | 2000 |
United States Military Academy | 1994 | |
Defense Language Institute | 1990 |
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Aaron Gaddis, Family Attorney on Feb 16, 2016
Relationship: Co-worker
Jen Knies is a wonderful, fearless attorney with a vast amount of experience. Jen fights extremely hard for her clients and works tirelessly to put her clients in the best position possible.
Clifton Black, Family Attorney on Feb 15, 2016
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer. It has been a pleasure working with Ms. Knies. She brings a strong set of skills and experience that benefits her clients.
Kelly McPherson, Family Attorney on Feb 15, 2016
Relationship: Co-worker
I endorse this lawyer. Jen's experience as a JAG makes her extremely knowledgeable about military issues that come up during a divorce.
Jennifer Helland, Family Attorney on Feb 15, 2016
Relationship: Co-worker
Jen is a fantastic domestic relations attorney. She is a rising star within the Colorado Springs legal community. In addition to her skills as an attorney she is also a skilled Mediator.
William Beck, Divorce and separation Attorney on Feb 11, 2016
Relationship: Co-worker
I endorse this lawyer. Jennifer is experienced and knowledgeable, and is an effective advocate for her clients.
Matthew Clawson, Unknown Attorney on Oct 22, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Carl Graham, Family Attorney on Aug 19, 2014
Relationship: Supervised lawyer
I endorse this lawyer. Jen's experience and wisdom is beyond her years - although most of her career has been spent in the Army JAG Corps, she has proven herself a quick study of family law, and has rapidly taken on cases of increasing responsibility.
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