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Sharon Margaret Plettner, Family Law Attorney in Denver, Colorado

Over 32 years of legal practice · focused on Family Law and Juvenile · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review

MemberatSharon M. Plettner

Denver, CO

Practicing family law in Denver since 1994.

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Years practicing
5.0 ★
1 client review
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Sharon Margaret Plettner is a member based in Denver, CO. The practice focuses on Family Law and Juvenile. Sharon has over 32 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Sharon M. Plettner. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Based in
Denver, CO
Experience
over 32 years
Known for
Family Law · Juvenile
  • Handles Family Law and Juvenile matters from Denver, CO.
  • Over 32 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Sharon Margaret Plettner: Sharon Margaret Plettner is a member based in Denver, CO. The practice focuses on Family Law and Juvenile. Sharon has over 32 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Sharon M. Plettner. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Sharon takes on

Sharon concentrates on family law and juvenile. Each area below outlines the kind of case Sharon handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Family Law cases in Denver, Colorado

Sharon takes family law 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 Sharon agrees to represent you.

Juvenile cases in Denver, Colorado

Sharon takes juvenile 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 Sharon agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Sharon Margaret Plettner — family law lawyer in Denver

Sharon Margaret Plettner is a member based in Denver, CO. The practice focuses on Family Law and Juvenile. Sharon has over 32 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Sharon M. Plettner. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Atty. Sharon Margaret Plettner is a lawyer practicing juvenile law, family law. Sharon received a B.S. degree from Michigan State University in 1990, and has been licensed for 32 years. Sharon practices at Sharon M. Plettner in Denver, CO.

How Sharon handles family law matters

Atty. Sharon Margaret Plettner is a lawyer practicing juvenile law, family law. Sharon received a B.S. degree from Michigan State University in 1990, and has been licensed for 32 years. Sharon practices at Sharon M. Plettner in Denver, CO.

The kind of cases Sharon takes

Sharon reviews new inquiries case-by-case for family law and juvenile matters in Denver and the surrounding Colorado area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • Penn State Dickinson School of Law

    J.D. Dickinson · 1994

  • Michigan State University

    B.S. · 1990

Jurisdictions

Sharon's state bar admissions

  • Wisconsin

    2022 · ACTIVE

  • Colorado

    1994 · ACTIVE

Sharon studied at J.D. Dickinson in Penn State Dickinson School of Law and B.S. in Michigan State University.

Law school and academic background

Sharon completed J.D. Dickinson in Penn State Dickinson School of Law and B.S. in Michigan State University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Sharon runs in Colorado is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Affiliations

Sharon's professional memberships and bar associations

  • Boulder County Bar Association Continental Divide Bar Association

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Locations

Office locations for Sharon Margaret Plettner in Denver, Colorado

Sharon's primary office is at Denver, CO, 80220. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Sharon M. Plettner

Denver, CO 80220

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Client feedback

Client reviews of Sharon Margaret Plettner — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review

Every review below is from a verified client of Sharon. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing family law attorneys in Denver.

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Hiring guide

How to hire Sharon Margaret Plettner — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new family law attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Sharon usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Sharon charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Sharon'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; Sharon will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a family law attorney in Denver, Colorado

A short list to run through before you commit: How many family law 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 Sharon

Sharon discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in family law practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every family law 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. Sharon confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Sharon's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many family law practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Sharon Margaret Plettner

  • How much does it cost to hire Sharon for a family law case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Sharon walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Sharon offer a free consultation?

    Sharon charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Sharon's office. Some family law attorneys offer free consults — check Sharon's current terms during booking.

  • How long do family law cases in Colorado typically take?

    Simple family law 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. Sharon gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Sharon take my case if I'm outside Denver?

    Sharon 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 — Sharon 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 Sharon?

    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. Sharon will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Sharon accepting new family law clients right now?

    Sharon's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

Family Law attorneys serving Denver, Colorado Springs and Boulder in Colorado

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