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 Lyons Reckman, Adoption Attorney in Denver, Colorado

Over 13 years of legal practice · focused on Adoption, Child Custody, and Child Support

AssociateatHarrington, Brewster, Mahoney, Smits PC

Denver, CO

Practicing adoption in Denver since 2013.

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Katherine Lyons Reckman is an associate based in Denver, CO. The practice focuses on Adoption, Child Custody, and Child Support. Katherine has over 13 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Harrington, Brewster, Mahoney, Smits PC.

Based in: Denver, CO
Experience: over 13 years
Known for: Adoption · Child Custody · Child Support

Handles Adoption, Child Custody, and Child Support matters from Denver, CO.
Over 13 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Katherine takes on

Katherine concentrates on adoption, child custody, child support, divorce, and dv protection. 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.

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.

Child Support cases in Denver, Colorado

Katherine takes child support 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.

Divorce cases in Denver, Colorado

Katherine takes divorce 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.

DV Protection cases in Denver, Colorado

Katherine takes dv protection 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

Meet Katherine Lyons Reckman — adoption lawyer in Denver

Katherine Lyons Reckman is a lawyer practicing family law, divorce and separation, allocation of parental responsibility and 6 other areas of law. Katherine received a Summer Study Abroad degree from DePaul Law, Madrid, Spain in 2011, and has been licensed for 13 years. Katherine practices at Harrington, Brewster, Mahoney, Smits PC in Denver, CO.

Working with Katherine on a adoption matter

Clients Katherine works with

Katherine reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adoption, child custody, and child support matters in Denver and the surrounding Colorado area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

DePaul University College of Law
J.D. Honors · 2012
DePaul Law, Madrid, Spain
Summer Study · 2011

Jurisdictions

Katherine's state bar admissions

U.S. District Court,
2014 · ACTIVE
Colorado
2013 · ACTIVE

Katherine studied at J.D. Honors in DePaul University College of Law and Summer Study in DePaul Law, Madrid, Spain.

Law school and academic background

Katherine completed J.D. Honors in DePaul University College of Law and Summer Study in DePaul Law, Madrid, Spain. 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.

Locations

Katherine Lyons Reckman's office in Denver

Katherine's primary office is at 1623 Washington St., Denver, CO, 80203. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Harrington, Brewster, Mahoney, Smits PC

1623 Washington St.

Denver, CO 80203

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Hiring guide

How to hire Katherine Lyons Reckman — 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 Lyons Reckman

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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