Practice areas: Family Law, Employment & Labor; view more
Licensed in Colorado since: 2013
Education: University of Denver Sturm College of Law
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Jacob Allen is a senior attorney at Kontnik | Cohen, LLC, renowned for his adept handling of complex family law cases. Concentrating on the Denver metropolitan areas and areas across Colorado, he covers all aspects of family law, including divorce, child custody, domestic issues and more, along with employment law matters.
Raised in Denver, Mr. Allen attended the University of Colorado Boulder, where he was a member of the Phi Beta Kappa honor society. He then earned a master's degree in educational psychology from The University of Texas at Austin and studied political science at the London School of Economics and Political Science. He received his Juris Doctor from the University of Denver Sturm College of Law, graduating in the top 15% of his class. During law school, he interned with distinguished judges, gaining valuable insights into both federal and state court systems.
Mr. Allen focuses on high net worth cases and those involving significant psychological elements. He is appreciated for his calm, pragmatic approach and ability to guide clients through complex legal disputes while prioritizing amicable resolutions. However, when necessary, he is a formidable presence in the courtroom, ensuring vigorous representation. His early career as a mental health professional at Children's Hospital Colorado has equipped him with a deep understanding of the emotional dynamics that often influence family law.
Also committed to community service, Mr. Allen volunteers with organizations like Big Brothers Big Sisters of America and Metro Volunteer Lawyers. He serves on the Legal Aid Foundation's Associates Advisory Board and maintains a healthy lifestyle as an avid runner. His dedication to his work and clients has earned him recognition by Best Lawyers, "Ones to Watch." He is a member of both the Colorado Bar Association’s Family Law Section and the Douglas County Bar Association. He is also rated “Very Good” on Avvo.
Licensed to practice in the U.S. District Court for the District of Colorado as well, Mr. Allen continues to provide incomparable legal services, combining his legal prowess with psychological proficiency to advocate effectively for his clients. His professional and compassionate approach ensures he remains a valued and effective practitioner in the field of family law.
Practice areas
Family Law, Employment & Labor: EmployeeFocus areas
Adoption, Alimony & Spousal Support, Child Support, Custody & Visitation, Dissolution, Divorce, Domestic Violence, Employment Law - Employee, Father's Rights, Juvenile Law, Labor Law, Marital Property, Mediation & Collaborative Law, Name Change, Paternity, Prenuptial Agreements, Same Sex Family Law, Sexual Harassment, Unions, Wage & Hour Laws, Whistleblower
- 90% Family Law
- 10% Employment & Labor: Employee
First Admitted: 2013, Colorado
Professional Webpage: https://www.kontnikcohen.com/jacob-allen
Bar / Professional Activity
- Colorado Bar Association Member, Family Law Section
- Legal Aid Foundation - Associates Advisory Board
- Douglas County Bar Association - Member
- Colorado
- U.S. District Court for the District of Colorado
Pro bono / Community Service
- Metro Volunteer Lawyers
- Associates Advisory Board for the Legal Aid Foundation
- Rose Community Foundation’s Roots & Branches Foundation
- Big Brothers Big Sisters of America
Honors
- Best Lawyers "Ones To Watch", 2022
- Selected to Super Lawyers, “Rising Stars” for Family Law: 2022 and 2023
- Selected to Best Lawyers, “Ones to Watch” for Family Law: Arbitration and Mediation: 2022, 2023, 2024, and 2025
Educational Background
- University of Texas: M.A., Educational Psychology
- University of Colorado (Boulder): B.A., Political Science
- London School of Economics and Political Science: General Course Certificate, Political Science
Scholarly Lectures / Writings
- Genetic Information Non-Discrimination Act of 2008: Actionable Rights Available to Employees under GINA, co-authored, Trial Talk, June/July 2014
- The ABC’s of the FMLA, Trial Talk, June/July 2018
Other Outstanding Achievements
- Phi Beta Kappa honor society member
- Scholastic Excellence Award for Evidence and the John Phillip Linn Labor Law Award
- 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
Selections
- Super Lawyers: 2026
- Rising Stars: 2022 - 2023