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.
- 32+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 2
- Bar admissions
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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
membership
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.
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.
5.0
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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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