How much does it cost to hire Lisa for a appellate case?

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

Does Lisa offer a free consultation?

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

How long do appellate cases in Colorado typically take?

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

Can Lisa take my case if I'm outside Boulder?

Lisa 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 — Lisa 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 Lisa?

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

Is Lisa accepting new appellate clients right now?

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

Lisa A. Polansky, Appellate Attorney in Boulder

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Lisa A. Polansky is a founder based in Boulder, CO. The practice focuses on Appellate, Car Accidents, and Consumer. Lisa has over 36 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Polansky Law Firm. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 8 client reviews.

Based in: Boulder, CO
Experience: over 36 years
Known for: Appellate · Car Accidents · Consumer

Handles Appellate, Car Accidents, and Consumer matters from Boulder, CO.
Over 36 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
Recognized with Peer Reviewed.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Lisa takes on

Lisa concentrates on appellate, car accidents, consumer, criminal defense, and drug crimes. Each area below outlines the kind of case Lisa handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Appellate cases in Boulder, Colorado

Lisa takes appellate matters in Boulder, 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 Lisa agrees to represent you.

Car Accidents cases in Boulder, Colorado

Lisa takes car accidents matters in Boulder, 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 Lisa agrees to represent you.

Consumer cases in Boulder, Colorado

Lisa takes consumer matters in Boulder, 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 Lisa agrees to represent you.

Criminal Defense cases in Boulder, Colorado

Lisa takes criminal defense matters in Boulder, 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 Lisa agrees to represent you.

Drug Crimes cases in Boulder, Colorado

Lisa takes drug crimes matters in Boulder, 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 Lisa agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Lisa A. Polansky — appellate lawyer in Boulder

Lisa A. Polansky is a founder based in Boulder, CO. The practice focuses on Appellate, Car Accidents, and Consumer. Lisa has over 36 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Polansky Law Firm. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 8 client reviews.

Lisa Polansky is a former Deputy Public Defender in Los Angeles County and JAG officer for the United States Army who has practiced criminal and juvenile defense since 1990. After attending law school at Pepperdine University, School of Law, Lisa practiced with seasoned criminal defense attorneys for about three years and mentored incarcerated youth through the Los Angeles County Bar Association until she recognized that she wanted to be in the trenches every day fighting on behalf of the disenfranchised. Ms. Polansky then went to the Los Angeles Public Defender’s Office where she handled hundreds of cases for about seven years. Thereafter, Ms. Polansky was a supervisor and enjoyed training new lawyers for some time before she moved to Colorado in 2000. Once in Colorado, Ms. Polansky signed on to teach the intersession trial advocacy class at the University of Colorado, School of Law and also continued to mentor “youth at risk” in her community and has done so ever since.

Ms. Polansky served in the military as a commissioned officer and Deputy Judge Advocate after September 11, 2001 and left with an Honorable Discharge in 2004 to continue with her own private practice in Colorado, taking on many appointed cases in both state and federal courts. In 2010, Ms. Polansky went to Nepal as an International Legal Fellow where she assisted in the training and evaluation of Nepali advocates as they started a public defender organization in their post-conflict country. Upon her return to the United States, Ms. Polansky developed and formed the Center for Juvenile Justice, a non-profit organization providing legal representation to indigent youth in the delinquency courts and education for youth and the community on issues relevant to adolescent development, delinquency prevention and the juvenile justice system. After running the Center for several years, Ms. Polansky is again in private practice in Colorado.

How Lisa handles appellate matters

Lisa Polansky is a former Deputy Public Defender in Los Angeles County and JAG officer for the United States Army who has practiced criminal and juvenile defense since 1990. After attending law school at Pepperdine University, School of Law, Lisa practiced with seasoned criminal defense attorneys for about three years and mentored incarcerated youth through the Los Angeles County Bar Association…

The kind of cases Lisa takes

Lisa reviews new inquiries case-by-case for appellate, car accidents, and consumer matters in Boulder and the surrounding Colorado area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

Pepperdine University Law School
J.D. · 1990
State University of New York at Albany
B.A. · 1987

Jurisdictions

Lisa's state bar admissions

U.S. District Court,
2000 · ACTIVE
Colorado
2000 · ACTIVE
U. S. District Court
1991 · ACTIVE
California (Inactive
1990 · ACTIVE

Lisa studied at J.D. in Pepperdine University Law School and B.A. in State University of New York at Albany.

Law school and academic background

Lisa completed J.D. in Pepperdine University Law School and B.A. in State University of New York at Albany. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Lisa runs in Colorado is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Recognition and thought leadership

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

Peer Reviewed

Legal awards and honors

Peer Reviewed.

Locations

Lisa A. Polansky's office in Boulder

Lisa's primary office is at 4450 Arapahoe Avenue, Suite 100, Boulder, CO, 80301. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Polansky Law Firm

4450 Arapahoe Avenue, Suite 100

Boulder, CO 80301

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Client feedback

Client reviews of Lisa A. Polansky — 5.0/5 rating from 8 verified client reviews

Every review below is from a verified client of Lisa. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing appellate attorneys in Boulder.

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8 client reviews

Client ratings are sourced from public records and editorial research. Reviews on LawyersListed are accepted from verified clients once Lisa A. Polansky claims this profile.

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Hiring guide

How to hire Lisa A. Polansky — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

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

Questions to ask a appellate attorney in Boulder, Colorado

A short list to run through before you commit: How many appellate 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 Lisa

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

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every appellate 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. Lisa confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

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

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Lisa A. Polansky

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

Community Q&A

Real questions asked by Colorado residents in the last few months, answered by appellate attorneys like Lisa A. Polansky. Each link opens the full answer thread.

Can I appeal a wrongful termination in Colorado?
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1 verified answer · Appellate · Louisiana
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1 verified answer · Appellate · Alaska
What is the procedure for appealing a zoning decision in Michigan?
I’m fighting a zoning decision made by our local council in Detroit that restricts my property development. I want to know the exact steps for appealing this decision in Michigan.
1 verified answer · Appellate · Michigan
What is the cost to appeal a traffic ticket in New Jersey?
I received a traffic ticket in Newark for a speeding violation, but I wasn’t speeding. I’m considering appealing the ticket, but I’m worried about the costs involved. Can someone e
1 verified answer · Appellate · New Jersey
Can a federal court case be appealed in Illinois state court?
I was involved in a federal lawsuit in Chicago, but I lost my case concerning a contract dispute. I’m confused about the appeal process; can I appeal in state court or do I have to
1 verified answer · Appellate · Illinois

Areas served

Appellate attorneys serving Boulder, Denver and Colorado Springs in Colorado

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

Lisa A. Polansky, Appellate Attorney in Boulder, Colorado

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