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Strong, aggressive Attorney fighting for injured workers for two decades. Get answers now. 24/7/365
Workers' Compensation Help for Injured Workers in Colorado right now!
Practice Areas
1
Practice Area
Workers Compensation
100%
31 years | 50,000 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Contingency
25%-25%
Awards
Licenses
Licensed in Colorado for 29 years
State: Colorado
Acquired: 1996
No misconduct found
Location
Donald J. Kaufman, Attorney at Law, LLC
Penrose Plaza, 2520 Grand Avenue, Suite 110, Glenwood Springs, CO, 81601
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Donald James Kaufman's Reviews
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Posted by Patricia | January 25, 2019 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Don Kaufman
What can I say about this man, he is a amazing lawyer, I would highly recommend Don Kaufman he fights for you and he listens and he cares. I couldn't have had a better lawyer. Thank you so much Don for everything.
Donald Kaufman
Replied last February 12, 2019Thank you kind friend.
Posted by Biggy | March 16, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Best of the best of the best of the west - I won big!
You play to win. You fight to win. If you are getting screwed hire the best and WIN. I trust this lawyer and I tried many that were terrible. I was in court all day. I watch a bunch of attorneys and this Kaufman attorney got the job done - I WON. Don't mess with the rest use the very best and w...
Posted by anonymous | October 18, 2016 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
A+ Rocky Mountain Consigliere
Although ultimately, Don could not take my case, he was very informative discussing a concern I have with my current employer. While I have some legal background, within one conversation, Don apprised me of several factors I was unaware of regarding my circumstances and was able to direct to other re...
Posted by anonymous | January 27, 2013
The Best Workers' Compensation Attorney in CO
Don did not represent me but it was always a pleasure to work with him on litigated cases while employed by an opposing insurance company. He is honorable, personable, fair, and holds his clients' best interests in high esteem. I recommend his services to any injured worker in need of legal represent...
Donald Kaufman
Replied last July 7, 2015Wow - so kind. Thank you. Miss working with you to get a fair result for both.
Posted by Molly | May 16, 2012
He won my case.
He took my case; when no one else would; and he won - BIG!
Donald Kaufman
Replied last July 7, 2015Although I can not promise a result I can promise to do the best job I can and get you the best result possible. I take great pride in my work and my office really cares about our clients.
Donald James Kaufman's Lawyer Endorsements
"I have had cases both with and against Mr Kauffman over the years, and have worked with him on issues that concern all workers compensation claimant in Colorado through our group, the WCEA. He is a committed and knowledgeable attorney that truly cares about his clients and works to make sure that their best interests are protected. I highly endorse and make referrals to him for Western Colorado injured workers."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"An excellent attorney in an extremely difficult field, who is an excellent advocate for clients. I endorse this lawyer."
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"I endorse this lawyer. Fantastic work comp attorney. Great guy."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Mr. Kaufman is a knowledgable and competent workers' compensation attorney. He understands Claimant's rights and will aggressively defend his client's interests."
"I endorse this lawyer. Don Kaufman is smart, hard working and successful. The kind of guy you want on your side when you are hurt at work."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have been referring workers comp matters to Don for 15 years and never ever have I regretted it or heard anything but great feedback. He is an excellent lawyer and I'm proud to call him my friend."
"Mr. Kaufman is one of those rare lawyers who gets things done for his clients. He is able to cut to the chase and focus on either winning his case or negotiating a great settlement for his client. In addition, Mr. Kaufman's a true professional and easy to work with. His style of lawyering greatly benefits his clients by allowing the case to get resolved instead of getting stuck in meaningless legal disputes."
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Experience
Honors
2024
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2023
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2022
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2021
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2020
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2019
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2011
Humanatarian Service of the Year, Garfield County, Colorado
2009
Locals Choice Attorney of Year - GOLD, Glenwood Post Independent
2008
Attorney of the Year, Glenwood Post Independent
2007
Locals Choice Attorney of the Year - GOLD, Glenwood Post Independent
2003
Nominee, Garfield County Colorado
2001
Locals Choice - Best Honest Attorney, Glenwood Post
1997
Pro-Bono Attorney of the Year, Garfield Legal Services
Work Experience
2012 - Present
Adjunct Professor, Colorado Mountain College
2008 - Present
Attorney, Donald J. Kaufman, Attorney at Law
1996 - 2008
ATTORNEY AT LAW, KAUFMAN & KAUFMAN, L.L.C.
Associations
2008 - Present
Defiance StringbandMember
2000 - Present
Club Rotario de Roaring ForkMember
1994 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
1994 - Present
Colorado Bar AssociationMember
1994 - Present
Federal Bar AssociationMember
1994 - Present
American Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
1994 - Present
Inter-American Bar AssociationMember
1994 - Present
Colorado Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
1994 - Present
Colorado Bar Association, Workers' Compensation SectionPresident
1994 - Present
Ninth Judicial District Bar Association Colorado Bar Associationmember
2006 - 2012
Last Minute String BandMember
2002 - 2003
FindLaw Advisory BoardMember
1998 - 2004
Garfield County Sheriff's Search and Rescue, IncMember
1998 - 2004
Valley View Hospital AssociationMember
1998 - 2000
Workers' Compensation Section Department of Administrative Hearings Workers' Compensation Focus GroupMember
Sample of Legal Cases
MARIO FACUNDO BORREGO BRIONES, et al Plaintiffs, v. JOHN HERZER, LENO ASEUDO.
1:08-cv-00461 04/06/2009 Victory
Education
1995
Thomas M. Cooley Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
1992
University of Colorado - Boulder
BA - Bachelor of Arts
1987
Glenwood Springs High School
High School Diploma
Speaking Engagements
2002
Ninth Judicial District Bar Association
Advice to Attorneys; How to: Advise Employer Clients of Workers' Compensation
2001
Ninth Judicial District and WCEA "Advanced Workers' Compensation Seminar
Medical Privacy Issues in Litigation
2001
Advanced Workers' Compensation Seminar
Topic presented: Medical Privacy Issues in Litigation
2000
Colorado Fire and Burglary Association
Colorado Fire and Burglary Association. Seminar on Workers' Compensation and Safety the Security Workplace
1999
County Sheriff's Association of Colorado.
Workers' Compensation and safety the Law Enforcement Workplace
Publications
2002
Cognitive Neurophysiology, Karolinska Institute,
"Cognitive mechansims in pain processing." Acknowledged by Dr. Predrag Petrovic, Department of Clinical Neuroscience, Section of Clinical Neurophysiology
Languages
Spanish
English
Activity
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