Jacob S. Allen - Denver, CO
Attorney at Kontnik | Cohen, LLC
Family Law Lawyers in Denver, CO
201 Steele Street Ste. 210 Denver, CO 80206
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- 1 Super Lawyers®
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13
Years
Experience
Denver Family Law Lawyer
Updated: 09/11/2026
Areas of Practice
- Family Law
Attorney Information
Overview
Jacob is a highly experienced family law attorney with over a decade of legal practice, bringing a unique combination of legal acumen and psychological expertise to his clients. He also holds a master's degree in psychology and previously served as a mental health professional at Children's Hospital Colorado.
Specializing in Complex Family Law Cases
Jacob specializes in high-net-worth cases, as well as cases involving psychological and emotional issues. His extensive background in mental health provides him with a profound understanding of the emotional dynamics in family law, making him an exceptional advocate for his clients.
Jacob is recognized for his calm and pragmatic approach to family law. He guides clients to prioritize essential issues, offering clear direction in the midst of complex disputes. Jacob strives for amicable solutions, but his courtroom skills allow him to provide vigorous representation when necessary. Jacob's commitment to his clients and skills (in and outside the courtroom) has been recognized by Best Lawyers, "Ones to Watch," and Super Lawyers, “Rising Stars.”
Educational Excellence and Distinguished Legal Training
Jacob was born and raised in Denver and graduated from the University of Colorado at Boulder, where he was a Phi Beta Kappa honor society member. He holds a master's degree in Educational Psychology from the University of Texas at Austin and a General Course Certificate in Political Science from the London School of Economics. He earned his J.D. from the University of Denver Sturm College of Law, graduating in the top 15% of his class with a full-tuition Chancellor Scholarship for academic excellence and community service. He also received the Scholastic Excellence Award for Evidence and the John Phillip Linn Labor Law Award.
Judicial Experience in Federal and State Court
During law school, Jacob interned for prestigious judges, including U.S. District Court Judge, R. Brooke Jackson; Chief U.S. District Court Magistrate, Michael E. Hegarty; and Denver District Court Judge, John W. Madden, IV.
Committed to Community Service and Professional Development
Jacob volunteers with organizations like Big Brothers Big Sisters of America, Metro Volunteer Lawyers, and the Rose Community Foundation’s Roots & Branches Foundation. He serves on the Associates Advisory Board for the Legal Aid Foundation and is an avid runner.
Awards and Honors
Honors
- Selected to ColoradoBiz’s Spring 2026 Power List Colorado 500 - Family Law, 2026
- Selected to Super Lawyers for Family Law in Colorado, 2026
- Selected to Best Lawyers, “Ones to Watch” for Family Law: Arbitration and Mediation, 2022 - 2025
- Selected to Super Lawyers, “Rising Stars” for Family Law, 2023
Other Sources of Feedback About Jacob S. Allen
Included on the 2027 Colorado Super Lawyers list
Past Lists
- 2026 Colorado Super Lawyers list
- 2023 Colorado Super Lawyers list
- 2022 Colorado Super Lawyers list
Education
Legal Education
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University of Denver Sturm College of Law, Denver, Colorado
J.D.
Honors: Chancellor Scholarship: Full tuition scholarship based on demonstrated academic excellence and commitment to public service
Honors: Graduated in the top 15% of his class
Honors: Scholastic Excellence Award for Highest Grade: Evidence
Honors: John Phillip Linn Labor Law Award
Non Legal Education
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University of Colorado at Boulder
B.A.
Honors: Phi Beta Kappa Honor Society
Major: Political Science -
University of Texas
M.A.
Major: Educational Psychology -
London School of Economics and Political Science
General Course Certificate, Political Science
Current Employment Position(s)
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Senior Attorney
Past Positions
- United States District Court Judge R. Brooke Jackson, Intern
- United States District Court Magistrate Judge Michael Hegarty, Intern
- Denver District Court Judge John W. Madden, IV, Intern
- Children's Hospital Colorado, Mental Health Professional
Languages
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English
Classes and Seminars
- A Day in the Life of a Law Firm Associate, University of Denver Sturm College of Law
Pro Bono Activities
- Metro Volunteer Lawyers, Volunteer
- Big Brothers Big Sisters of America, Volunteer
- Rose Community Foundation's Roots & Branches Foundation, Member
- Mental Health Counselor at Children’s Hospital Colorado
- AmeriCorps Volunteer
- Legal Aid Foundation - Associates Advisory Board
Published Works
Articles
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The ABC’s of the FMLA, Trial Talk, June/July 2018
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Genetic Information Non-Discrimination Act of 2008: Actionable Rights Available to Employees under GINA, co-authored, Trial Talk, June/July 2014.
Bar Admissions
- Colorado, 2013
- U.S. District Court District of Colorado
Other Affiliations
- Colorado Bar Association, Family Law Section (Member)
- Douglas County Bar Association (Member)
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