How much does it cost to hire Katherine for a adoption case?

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

Does Katherine offer a free consultation?

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

How long do adoption cases in Colorado typically take?

Simple adoption 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. Katherine gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

Can Katherine take my case if I'm outside Denver?

Katherine 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 — Katherine 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 Katherine?

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

Is Katherine accepting new adoption clients right now?

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

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Katherine Ellis, Adoption Attorney in Denver, Colorado

Over 19 years of legal practice · focused on Adoption, Alimony, and Appellate

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Denver, CO

Practicing adoption in Denver since 2007.

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Katherine Ellis is a partner based in Denver, CO. The practice focuses on Adoption, Alimony, and Appellate. Katherine has over 19 years of legal experience.

Based in: Denver, CO
Experience: over 19 years
Known for: Adoption · Alimony · Appellate

Handles Adoption, Alimony, and Appellate matters from Denver, CO.
Over 19 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by Katherine Ellis

Katherine concentrates on adoption, alimony, appellate, child custody, and civil rights. Each area below outlines the kind of case Katherine handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Adoption cases in Denver, Colorado

Katherine takes adoption 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 Katherine agrees to represent you.

Alimony cases in Denver, Colorado

Katherine takes alimony 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 Katherine agrees to represent you.

Appellate cases in Denver, Colorado

Katherine takes appellate 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 Katherine agrees to represent you.

Child Custody cases in Denver, Colorado

Katherine takes child custody 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 Katherine agrees to represent you.

Civil Rights cases in Denver, Colorado

Katherine takes civil rights 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 Katherine agrees to represent you.

Biography

About Katherine Ellis — Over 19 years of Colorado adoption experience

Katherine Ellis is a partner based in Denver, CO. The practice focuses on Adoption, Alimony, and Appellate. Katherine has over 19 years of legal experience.

Katherine Ellis is a Partner at The Harris Law Firm who’s been recognized among the Colorado Super Lawyers list of Rising Stars, the National Academy of Family Law Attorneys’ Top 10 Under 40, and the Colorado Bar Fellows. Her work in divorce and family law matters is based on a desire to provide clients with realistic expectations about their cases, and the assistance they need to make informed decisions.

In addition to her work at The Harris Law Firm, Katherine actively volunteers her time to a number of causes, including the Colorado Appellate Pro Bono Committee, Denver Legal Night, and the Colorado Lawyers Committee Education Taskforce. She is fluent in Spanish and French.

Katherine's approach to adoption cases

Clients Katherine works with

Katherine reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adoption, alimony, and appellate matters in Denver and the surrounding Colorado area.

Credentials

Katherine Ellis's legal education and bar admissions

University of Denver J.D.
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Lewis and Clark College B.A. International Affairs and Foreign Language
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Jurisdictions

Katherine's state bar admissions

Colorado U.S. Suprem
2007 · ACTIVE

Katherine studied at — in University of Denver J.D. and — in Lewis and Clark College B.A. International Affairs and Foreign Language.

Law school and academic background

Katherine completed — in University of Denver J.D. and — in Lewis and Clark College B.A. International Affairs and Foreign Language. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Katherine runs in Colorado is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Affiliations

Katherine's professional memberships and bar associations

Larimer County Bar Association
membership

Locations

Katherine Ellis's office in Denver

Katherine's primary office is at 1228 15th Street Suite 200, Denver, CO, 80202. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

1228 15th Street Suite 200

Denver, CO 80202

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Hiring guide

How to hire Katherine Ellis — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

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

Questions to ask a adoption attorney in Denver, Colorado

A short list to run through before you commit: How many adoption 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 Katherine

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

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every adoption 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. Katherine confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

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

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Katherine Ellis

How much does it cost to hire Katherine for a adoption case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Katherine walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Katherine offer a free consultation?
Katherine charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Katherine's office. Some adoption attorneys offer free consults — check Katherine's current terms during booking.
How long do adoption cases in Colorado typically take?
Simple adoption 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. Katherine gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Katherine take my case if I'm outside Denver?
Katherine 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 — Katherine 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 Katherine?
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. Katherine will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Katherine accepting new adoption clients right now?
Katherine's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

Adoption attorneys serving Denver, Colorado Springs and Boulder in Colorado

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

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