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Cheryl Foster Smith, Family Law Attorney in Denver, Colorado

Denver, CO

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Cheryl Foster Smith is an attorney based in Denver, COLORADO. The practice focuses on Family Law.

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Denver, COLORADO
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attorney
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Family Law
  • Handles Family Law matters from Denver, COLORADO.
  • Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Family Law (2026).

About Cheryl Foster Smith: Cheryl Foster Smith is an attorney based in Denver, COLORADO. The practice focuses on Family Law.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Cheryl takes on

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

Family Law cases in Denver, Colorado

Cheryl 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 Cheryl agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Cheryl Foster Smith — family law lawyer in Denver

Cheryl Foster Smith is an attorney based in Denver, COLORADO. The practice focuses on Family Law.

Cheryl F. Smith earned her Bachelor of Arts in Economics and Political Science at Lehigh University and her J.D. from New York Law School, where she earned the public service certificate and was on the Dean’s List. Prior to joining RWO, Cheryl worked in boutique law firms in New York City.

Cheryl practices in the area of domestic relations. She understands that going through a divorce is difficult and approaches every case with the client’s best interest as her main focus. Her work in family law matters includes dissolution of marriage, legal separation, pre-marital agreements, post-nuptial agreements, parenting time issues (custody), child support, drafting and reviewing marital agreements, high conflict matters, high asset cases and modifications of orders and agreements. Cheryl litigates complex matrimonial and family law matters while putting the client’s goals and needs first. Every effort is made to achieve resolution never losing sight of the fact that some matters may require judicial intervention.

Cheryl's approach to family law cases

Cheryl F. Smith earned her Bachelor of Arts in Economics and Political Science at Lehigh University and her J.D. from New York Law School, where she earned the public service certificate and was on the Dean’s List. Prior to joining RWO, Cheryl worked in boutique law firms in New York City. Cheryl practices in the area of domestic relations. She understands that going through a divorce is…

The kind of cases Cheryl takes

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

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • New York Law School

    J.D. · 2014

  • Lehigh University

    B.A. Economics and Political Science

Jurisdictions

Cheryl's state bar admissions

  • New York, New York S

    ACTIVE

  • Colorado, Colorado B

    ACTIVE

Cheryl studied at J.D. in New York Law School and B.A. Economics and Political Science in Lehigh University.

Law school and academic background

Cheryl completed J.D. in New York Law School and B.A. Economics and Political Science in Lehigh University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Cheryl runs in Colorado is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Recognition and thought leadership

Cheryl has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Best Lawyers in America — Family Law

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Best Lawyers in America — Family Law (2026).

Locations

Cheryl Foster Smith's office in Denver

Cheryl's primary office is at 1099 Eighteenth Street, Suite 2600, Denver, Colorado, 80202. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

1099 Eighteenth Street, Suite 2600

Denver, Colorado 80202

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Hiring guide

How to hire Cheryl Foster Smith — 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 Cheryl usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Cheryl charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Cheryl'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; Cheryl 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 Cheryl

Cheryl 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. Cheryl confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Cheryl'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 Cheryl Foster Smith

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

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

  • Does Cheryl offer a free consultation?

    Cheryl charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Cheryl's office. Some family law attorneys offer free consults — check Cheryl'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. Cheryl gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

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

    Cheryl 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 — Cheryl 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 Cheryl?

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

  • Is Cheryl accepting new family law clients right now?

    Cheryl'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

Cheryl handles family law matters throughout Colorado. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified family law attorneys in that community.

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