Kathleen Marie Johnson, Estate Planning Attorney in Denver, Colorado
Over 24 years of legal practice · focused on Estate Planning, Probate, and Tax
MemberatSherman & Howard L.L.C.
Denver, CO
Practicing estate planning in Denver since 2002.
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Kathleen Marie Johnson is a member based in Denver, CO. The practice focuses on Estate Planning, Probate, and Tax. Kathleen has over 24 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Sherman & Howard L.L.C..
- Based in
- Denver, CO
- Experience
- over 24 years
- Known for
- Estate Planning · Probate · Tax
- Handles Estate Planning, Probate, and Tax matters from Denver, CO.
- Over 24 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Kathleen Marie Johnson: Kathleen Marie Johnson is a member based in Denver, CO. The practice focuses on Estate Planning, Probate, and Tax. Kathleen has over 24 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Sherman & Howard L.L.C..
Areas of practice
Legal matters Kathleen takes on
Kathleen concentrates on estate planning, probate, tax, and trusts. Each area below outlines the kind of case Kathleen handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Estate Planning
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Probate
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Trusts
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Estate Planning cases in Denver, Colorado
Kathleen takes estate planning matters in Denver, Colorado. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Kathleen agrees to represent you.
Probate cases in Denver, Colorado
Kathleen takes probate matters in Denver, Colorado. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Kathleen agrees to represent you.
Tax cases in Denver, Colorado
Kathleen takes tax matters in Denver, Colorado. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Kathleen agrees to represent you.
Trusts cases in Denver, Colorado
Kathleen takes trusts matters in Denver, Colorado. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Kathleen agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Kathleen Marie Johnson — estate planning lawyer in Denver
Kathleen Marie Johnson is a member based in Denver, CO. The practice focuses on Estate Planning, Probate, and Tax. Kathleen has over 24 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Sherman & Howard L.L.C..
Kathleen Marie Johnson is a lawyer practicing tax law, wealth transfer and tax planning, probate and 4 other areas of law. Kathleen received a B.A. degree from Loyola College in Maryland in 1997, and has been licensed for 24 years. Kathleen practices at Sherman & Howard L.L.C. in Denver, CO and 1 other location.
How Kathleen handles estate planning matters
Kathleen Marie Johnson is a lawyer practicing tax law, wealth transfer and tax planning, probate and 4 other areas of law. Kathleen received a B.A. degree from Loyola College in Maryland in 1997, and has been licensed for 24 years. Kathleen practices at Sherman & Howard L.L.C. in Denver, CO and 1 other location.
The kind of cases Kathleen takes
Kathleen reviews new inquiries case-by-case for estate planning, probate, and tax matters in Denver and the surrounding Colorado area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Brooklyn Law School
J.D. · 2001
Loyola College in Maryland
B.A. · 1997
Jurisdictions
Kathleen's state bar admissions
Arizona
2011 · ACTIVE
Colorado
2008 · ACTIVE
New York
2002 · ACTIVE
Kathleen studied at J.D. in Brooklyn Law School and B.A. in Loyola College in Maryland.
Law school and academic background
Kathleen completed J.D. in Brooklyn Law School and B.A. in Loyola College in Maryland. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Kathleen runs in Colorado is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Kathleen's professional memberships and bar associations
Denver Bar Association
membership
Locations
Kathleen Marie Johnson's office in Denver
Kathleen's primary office is at 1st Denver Plz., 633 17th St., Ste. 3000, Denver, CO, 80202. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Sherman & Howard L.L.C.
1st Denver Plz., 633 17th St., Ste. 3000
Denver, CO 80202
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How to hire Kathleen Marie Johnson — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new estate planning attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Kathleen usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Kathleen charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kathleen's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Kathleen will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a estate planning attorney in Denver, Colorado
A short list to run through before you commit: How many estate planning matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Kathleen
Kathleen discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in estate planning practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every estate planning matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Kathleen confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Kathleen's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many estate planning practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Kathleen Marie Johnson
How much does it cost to hire Kathleen for a estate planning case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Kathleen walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Kathleen offer a free consultation?
Kathleen charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kathleen's office. Some estate planning attorneys offer free consults — check Kathleen's current terms during booking.
How long do estate planning cases in Colorado typically take?
Simple estate planning matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Kathleen gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Kathleen take my case if I'm outside Denver?
Kathleen is licensed in Colorado. Matters governed by Colorado law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Kathleen will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Kathleen?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Kathleen will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Kathleen accepting new estate planning clients right now?
Kathleen's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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