Kontnik | Cohen, LLC
Family Law | Serving Denver, CO
720-759-2535Kontnik | Cohen, LLC has experience helping clients with their Family needs in Denver, Colorado.
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Kontnik | Cohen, LLC is a boutique litigation law firm based in Denver, Colorado, dedicated to solving complex legal issues through a client-centered approach. Formed by attorneys with prominent backgrounds across state and federal judiciaries, top law firms, and the U.S. Senate, the firm secured a notable unanimous 9-0 victory at the U.S. Supreme Court. Their primary areas of practice include family law, employment law, civil litigation, disability accommodations for exams and sports, and specialized representation for the deaf and hard of hearing. Emphasizing diligent preparation and personal commitment, the firm focuses on delivering favorable outcomes tailored to each client's unique goals and needs.
Contact us today if you need legal assistance with any of the following:
- Child Custody & Visitation
- Child Support
- Civil Rights
- Collaborative
- Constitutional
- Disability
- Discrimination
- Divorce
- Domestic Violence & Neglect
- Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA) – Employee
- Employment
- Family Law
- Father’s Rights
- Labor
- Military Divorce
- Railroad Worker Injury – FELA
- Same-Sex Family Law
- Sexual Harassment
- Wage & Hour Law – Employee
- Whistleblower – Qui Tam
- Wrongful Termination - Employee
Call 720-759-2535 today to arrange your free initial consultation.
Spencer Kontnik
Bar Admissions:
- United States Supreme Court
- United States Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit
- United Stated District Court for the District of Colorado
- Colorado
Professional Memberships and Achievements:
- Colorado Trial Lawyers Association (Board Member: 2023-2025.)
- Colorado Disability Bar Association (Founding Member and Executive Board)
- Association of Late Deafened Adults: Member and Volunteer Counsel
- Colorado Bar Association: Member
- Faculty of Federal Advocates: Member
- Deaf and Hard of Hearing Bar Association: Member
- Disability Rights Bar Association: Member
- English Channel Swim: Raised over $150,000 for charity
- Other: Distinguished Service to U.S. Senator Udall, 2-Time All American Swimmer
- 2024-26: Selected to Super Lawyers for Colorado
- 2022-26: Selected to 5280 Top Lawyers for Colorado
- February 28, 2025: Law360’s Legal Lions of the Week for 9-0 victory at the the U.S. Supreme Court in Waetzig v. Halliburton Energy Services, Inc, 604 U.S. 305 (2025)
- 2019-2024: Selected to Super Lawyers for Colorado
- 2021: Colorado Trial Lawyers Access to Justice Award
- 2018: 7-News Everyday Hero
- University of Denver Strum College of Law: Directors Award, Academic Scholar, Best in Tournament: In Vino Veritas National Trial Team Invitational
- U.S. Senator Udall: Distinguished Service
- 2-Time All-American Swimmer, Cherry Creek High School
Austin M. Cohen
Bar Admissions:
- U.S. Supreme Court
- U.S. Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit
- U.S. District Court for the District of Colorado
- Colorado
Education:
- Western Michigan University Cooley Law School: JD
- University of Northern Colorado: BA
Professional Memberships and Achievements:
- 2024-2026: Selected to Super Lawyers - Family Law
- 2019-2023: Selected to Super Lawyers “Rising Stars” - Family Law
- 2021-2022: Selected to The National Trial Lawyers Top 40 Under 40 Civil Plaintiff Trial Lawyers in Colorado
- 2019: Selected to "Top 10 Under 40" for Family Law in Colorado by National Academy of Family Law Attorneys
- 2018-2019: Selected to "10 Best" Family Law Attorneys list for Colorado by the American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
- 2018-2019: Selected to "Top 10" Family Law Attorneys list for Colorado by Attorney and Practice Magazine
- 2014: Colorado Trial Lawyers Association, “Case of the Year” in Jamal Hunter v. City & County of Denver - Attorney on team representing Mr. Hunter
- 2013: 2nd Place, International Law School Mediation Tournament, International Academy of Dispute Resolution (Chicago, IL)
Jacob S. Allen
Bar Admissions:
- U.S. District Court for the District of Colorado
- Colorado
Education:
- University of Denver Sturm College of Law: JD
- University of Texas: M.A., Educational Psychology
- London School of Economics and Political Science: General Course Certificate, Political Science
- University of Colorado (Boulder): B.A., Political Science
Professional Memberships and Achievements:
- Colorado Bar Association, Family Law Section - Member
- Douglas County Bar Association - Member
- Legal Aid Foundation - Associates Advisory Board
- 2026: Selected to ColoradoBiz’s Spring 2026 Power List Colorado 500 - Family Law
- 2026: Selected to Super Lawyers for Family Law in Colorado
- 2022-2025: Selected to Best Lawyers, “Ones to Watch” for Family Law: Arbitration and Mediation
- 2023-2023: Selected to Super Lawyers, “Rising Stars” for Family Law:
Matthew L. Fenicle
Bar Admissions:
- Colorado
- New York
- Maryland
- U.S. Supreme Court
- U.S. District Court for the District Court of Colorado
- U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York
- U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of New York
Education:
- Penn State’s Dickinson School of Law, J.D.
- James Madison University, B.A.
Professional Memberships and Achievements:
- 2025: Selected to Super Lawyers Rising Stars for Employment Law in Colorado
- 2025 - 2017: Board Member, Colorado Plaintiff Employment Lawyers Association
Hannah M. Jumonville
Bar Admissions:
- Colorado
Education:
- University of Denver Sturm College of Law
- Tulane University
Darin J. Smith
Bar Admissions:
- Colorado
Education:
- University of Denver, J.D.
- New York University, B.A.
Jennifer Tuttle
Bar Admissions:
- Colorado
Education:
- University of Denver Sturm College of Law, J.D.
- California Polytechnic State University, B.S.
Since 1997, the "Lead Counsel Verified" status has been granted to attorneys who possess:
- The Right Professional Experience
- A Spotless Record
The following attorneys at this firm are Lead Counsel Verified:
Spencer Kontnik
This attorney practices in Colorado and is Lead Counsel Verified in the following practice areas:
| Practice Area | Year |
|---|---|
| Employment Law | Since 2024 |
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