Jennifer L. Donaldson

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Jennifer Donaldson is a seasoned trial lawyer who represents clients in a wide variety of personal injury and wrongful death cases resulting from automobile, motorcycle trucking and bicycle crashes, premises liability/slip and fall incidents, skiing and snowboarding crashes, dog bites injuries and nursing home negligence cases. Jennifer founded Donaldson Law, LLC over 30 years ago and has successfully represented thousands of injured clients over the years.

With over 36 years of experience, Jennifer has shown her commitment and ingenuity in representing her clients in the Denver area and throughout the state of Colorado. She has successfully litigated many complex cases, recovering the compensation sorely needed by her clients. She develops strong connections with her clients, juries, adjusters and opposing counsel. The strength of these relationships, coupled with her empathy and understanding of the law contribute to her successful representation of seriously injured individuals.

Jennifer Donaldson’s drive, knowledge and high ethical standards have been recognized by the legal community and her peers, earning her the AV Preeminent rating by Martindale-Hubbell for the highest level of professional excellence for legal knowledge, communication skills, and ethical standards for more than 25 years. She has also been selected by her peers for inclusion in Best Lawyers in America for personal injury and insurance litigation. She is recognized as a “Super Lawyer” by Colorado Super Lawyers and included as a “Top Lawyer” by 5280 Magazine. She was awarded the New Trial Lawyer of the Year award by the Colorado Trial Lawyers Association in 1998.

Attorney Jennifer Donaldson believes that every case deserves to be prepared as if it will proceed to trial. Her effectiveness in the courtroom has gained her firm the reputation as a professional and hardworking organization. A member of the American Association for Justice and the Colorado Trial Lawyers Association, Jennifer Donaldson receives many referrals for personal injury and negligence cases that ultimately proceed to a jury or bench trial.

Jennifer makes it her priority to provide each client with the care and attention that they need to overcome their difficult situations. She does not believe in a “volume” or “factory” approach to the practice of law and understands that every client and their situation is unique. She believes that only by investigating the smallest details, asking the right questions, and truly listening to the client can a case be given the best possible chance to succeed.

In her free time, Jennifer enjoys cooking and spending time with her husband and the two adult sons, traveling, and enjoying many of the outdoor activities Colorado has to offer, including hiking, biking, climbing, skiing, and snowshoeing.

Donaldson Law, LLC takes its philosophy of service from Jennifer’s dedication to her clients. For a Denver personal injury and auto accident attorney devoted to solving your distinct legal problems with personal attention, experience, and hard work, contact Donaldson Law, LLC by calling (303) 529-9351.

For more information about the education and background of our attorney, review the profile information below.

Bar Admissions

Colorado Bar – 1988 – Present
S. District Court District of Colorado- 1988 – Present

Experience

Donaldson Law, LLC, 1994 – Present
Prior to opening her office in 1994, Jennifer worked for two law firms representing injured clients.

Education

The Colorado College, B.A. Sociology, 1980 – 1984
Richmond College London, England, 1983
University of Colorado – Law School, J.D., 1985 – 1988

Honors and Awards

New Trial Lawyer of the Year – Colorado Trial Lawyers Association, 1998
Rated AV Preeminent by Martindale-Hubbell for the highest level of professional excellence for legal knowledge, communication skills, and ethical standards
Inclusion in Best Lawyers in America, personal injury and insurance litigation 2021 – 2025
Recognized as a “Super Lawyer” by Colorado Super Lawyers 2022 – 2025
Selected as a “Top Lawyer” by Denver’s 5280 Magazine 2021 – 2025

Professional Associations and Memberships

Colorado Bar Association, 1998 – Present
Colorado Trial Lawyers Association, 1988 – Present
- Board of Directors, 1990 – 2010 and 2018 – 2023
- Executive Committee
- WTLN
American Association of Justice, 1988 – Present
Colorado Women’s Bar Association, 2007 – Present
Denver Bar Association
Better Business Bureau A+ Rated, 2016

Representative Cases

Scognamillo v. Olsen, 795 P.2d 1357 (Colo. App. 1990)
Martinez v. Weld County School District, RE-1, 60 P.3d 736 (Colo. App. 2002)

Community Involvement

American Red Cross – Bench & Bar Society

CLIENT REVIEWS

My husband was rear-ended and his head broke through the back window of the truck. We decided to give things time to see if he improved. The other insurance company dragged things on forever. That’s when we decided we needed an attorney. We did not fully understand the statute of limitations and called a few attorneys thinking we had enough time. We quickly found out that in the land of the law, we were cutting it very close. The other attorneys we called passed saying that they just didn’t have the time to handle our case; we didn’t even get a chance to speak with anyone but the receptionist. Then I called Jennifer Donaldson and spoke to Melanie who is part of Jennifer’s incredible team. – Jackie G.

I was hit by a car while I was in a crosswalk. Afterward, I underwent multiple surgeries and occupational therapy. I was out of work after losing the use of my hand for a period of time. I knew that I couldn’t deal with the insurance companies on my own. After some research, I found Jennifer and Melanie. They were amazing through the whole process and the result was a very generous settlement. They were also able to get my health insurance to waive their subrogation claim. They have both been great to work with. Throughout my claim, they communicated with me and kept me updated. I would definitely recommend using Jennifer Donaldson if you ever need an attorney for a personal injury case.– Zander O.

Jennifer and her team were fantastic. They guided me through the whole process after getting into a car accident. She fought for me, and gave me and my family the best support. I don’t think I could have made it through the whole process without Jennifer and her team. Their knowledge of the insurance industry was very helpful and was a key factor in the outcome of my case.– Tony D.

My wife was involved in a serious auto accident where she sustained serious injuries, including a traumatic brain injury. Ms. Donaldson was professional, compassionate and very thorough from beginning to end. Her focus was to make sure that we were made whole. Her thorough work resulted in a settlement that provides for our needs for the rest of our lives. Ms. Donaldson is a great attorney.– Tony D.

I was hit by a car while riding my bicycle, causing me serious and permanent injuries. Ms. Donaldson handled my case in a very professional manner with outstanding results. She worked hard to make sure we got a settlement without the need for litigation while still getting the maximum recovery available. She and her staff were very thorough and stayed in constant communication. Overall, Ms. Donaldson was outstanding during the entire case. I highly recommend her to anyone in need of representation for their personal injury claim.– Leigh C.