Kimberly S. Peterson​

LLP | Paralegal

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Kimberly S. Peterson

Kim Peterson is a seasoned paralegal with over 25 years of experience in family law. She brings a unique perspective to her work through her background. Kim has a Bachelor of Art degree in Criminal Justice, worked in law enforcement, has a paralegal degree, and is a Licensed Legal Paraprofessional.

Before embarking on her legal career, Kim served as an undercover narcotics agent in North Dakota. This experience gave her a strong sense of justice, attention to detail, and the ability to navigate complex situations with discretion and professionalism. Her experience as a woman in a male-dominated field has instilled in her a strong sense of resilience and determination. 

Kim’s dedication to helping others led her to pursue a career in family law. She is passionate about assisting clients during one of the most challenging times in their lives and providing compassionate support throughout the family law process.

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Kim’s keen listening skills and empathetic approach, combined with her sharp legal acumen, enable her to effectively advocate for her clients’ best interests, often creating lasting relationships with her clients. For Kim, these relationships and helping others achieve their goals through such an emotional time in their lives is one of the most rewarding aspects of her job.

Kim was sworn in with Colorado’s first class of Licensed Legal Paraprofessionals (LLP) in June of 2024, and is dedicated to assisting clients through the family law court process.

When Kim is not immersed in her work, she cherishes quality time with her family and friends, traveling and exploring new places, attending music events, and enthusiastically supporting her two daughters in their activities.

Kim’s compassionate approach, her commitment to legal excellence, and her ability to connect with clients on a personal level make her an invaluable asset to any client.

Education

Licensed Legal Paraprofessional (LLP)

  • Mandatory Advanced Ethics — October-November 2023
  • Mandatory Professionalism Course — January-February 2024
  • Practicing with Professionalism — January 2024

North Dakota State University, BS in Sociology, emphasis in Criminal Justice, Minor in Psychology

University of North Dakota Lake Region Peace Officer Training, Licensed North Dakota Police Officer, 1995

Highlights, Honors & Distinctions​

  • [Example content]: 40 Under 40 Winner, Denver Business Journal, 2019
  • [Example content]: GenXYZ – Most Influential Young Professional Top 25 Winner – ColoradoBiz, 2019
  • [Example content]:  CWBA Raising the Bar Award, 2018
  • [Example content]:  Colorado Super Lawyer® “Rising Star”, 2013 – 2021
  • [Example content]:  10 out of 10 rating on AVVO

Certifications

Denver Paralegal Institute, Paralegal Certificate, 1998 ​

Area of Practice

Family Law

Memberships

  • Colorado Bar Association
  • Colorado Bar Association – Family Law Section
  • Denver Bar Association 
  • Rocky Mountain Paralegal Association

Appellate Decisions

  • [Example content]:  In re Marriage of Turner, 513 P.3d 407 (Colo. App. 2022)
  • [Example content]:  In re Marriage of Kent (unpublished 2018)
  • [Example content]:  In re Marriage of Coy (unpublished 2018)
  • [Example content]:  In re Marriage of Wallace (unpublished 2019)
  • [Example content]:  In re Marriage of Vieau (unpublished 2020)
  • [Example content]:  In re Marriage of Thorne (unpublished 2020)
  • [Example content]:  In re Marriage of McGehee (unpublished 2021)
  • [Example content]:  In re Marriage of Wallace (unpublished 2021)

Authorship & Presentations

  • [Example content]:  “Rocky Mountain High or a New Low?”, , Law Week Colorado, April 15, 2019
  • [Example content]:  “Email Evidence in Divorce Litigation”, Your name and Co-Author’s name, Strack presentation, National Business Institute, August 2018
  • [Example content]: The Most Important Business Deal of Your Life?“, ColoradoBiz, July 2018
  • [Example content]:  Presented at the Embrace Every Part of Your Financial Life program, Bayaud Enterprises, April 2018
  • [Example content]: Up in Smoke: Marijuana Businesses and Divorce”, Law Week Colorado, April 17, 2017
  • [Example content]:  “Dividing Debt in Divorce: What Attorneys Need to Know”, Co-Presenter, NBI, March 2017
  • [Example content]:  “Protection of Assets in Divorces”, _____ and _____ presentation, National Business Institute, November 23, 2015.
    • [Example content]:  Valuing Goodwill and the Danger of the Double Dip”, _____ and _____ presenting, Stout Risius Ross, Fall 2014
    • [Example content]:  “Applying Technology to Settlement, Pretrial and Trial,” Presented by _____ and _____ presentation, National Business Institute, Using Technology to Win Your Case, November 21, 2013