Joe Pickard

Joe Pickard

Google Rating

4.5(68 reviews)

  • 12712 W. Ken Caryl Ave. Litteton, CO 80127
  • +1-303-989-6655
  • No email available
Family Law, Juvenile/Dependency

About:

Joe moved to Colorado from Texas in 1969. He is the oldest of 10 siblings. He graduated from Mullen High School, where he was active in Speech and Debate. He finished 3rd nationally at the National Student Congress in 1975. Joe then returned to Texas and obtained a B.B.A in Management in 1977, summa cum laude, at the University of the Incarnate Word located in San Antonio. After two years selling computers and computer services, he attended law school in Boulder at the University of Colorado, receiving a J.D. degree in 1982. Joe was married to Jan O'Mary in 1977. They have one son, Jay, who is an attorney. Joe has practiced law since 1982. He is a former assistant County Attorney for Jefferson County, where he primarily represented the Human Services Department. He has been continuously engaged in private practice since April 1, 1986. Joe has practiced in both State and Federal Court, and has tried approximately 100 jury trials in his career. He is very excited when challenged to solve complex problems, and relishes a fair resolution. He is equally able to settle a matter out of court, or to bring the matter to trial when required. Joe received The Linda T. Palmieri Award, For Outstanding Service On Behalf of Children, awarded by The 1st Judicial District Bar Association, in 2009. Travel and golf are Joe’s interests outside of the courtroom.

Jurisdiction:Colorado, 10th Circuit

Practice Area

Family Law

Handles divorce, custody, parenting time, and support with DV-informed safety planning, temporary orders, safe exchanges, discovery protections, and long-term financial stability.

Juvenile/Dependency

Advocates in CPS cases to separate perpetrator from protective parent, ensure safe visitation, reasonable services, and trauma-informed findings without punishing the survivor.

Languages

English

Fees

Free Consultation

Education

University of Colorado Law School

Awards

10.0 Superb Rating
Avvo.com
2011
The Linda T. Palmieri Award
First Judicial District Bar Association
2009
AV Rated
Martindale-Hubbell
2009

Associations

Member
ABA
1982 - Present
Jefferson County Leadership Committee Training
Jefferson County
2006 - Present
Member
Colorado State Bar
1982 - Present
Member
Metropolitan Denver Interdisciplinary Committee
- Present
Member
CTLA
1982 - Present
Member
APSAC
1985 - Present
Member
NACC
1985 - Present
Vice President
Colorado Bar Association
2008 - Present
Member
AAJ
1982 - Present
President
First Judicial District Bar Association
2005 - Present
Member
ISPCAN
1985 - Present
Pro Bono Commitment
Colorado Supreme Court
- Present
Member
Association of Family and Conciliation Courts
- Present
ISPCAN International Conference
ISPCAN
1996 - Present

Reviews


RATED 5.0

Jul 20, 2025Googlevia Google

Dustin Randle

"Jay sat down advised very nicely! He’s a very informed lawyer very professional! Thank you!"

RATED 1.0

Jul 10, 2025Googlevia Google

Zane Batch

RATED 5.0

Jun 10, 2025Googlevia Google

Dave Brandt

"I speak for our entire family when I say that Joe Pickard and his team are amazing! Not only are they experts in the law, but they truly care about their clients and treat them as family! Having Joe and his team alongside of us during a tough time made everything easier. In the end, Joe and team helped us to get to a wonderful resolution. We cannot say enough great things about Pickard Law, and they have clients for life in our entire family! Thank you so very much!!!"

RATED 5.0

Apr 10, 2025Googlevia Google

Sabrina

"After years of working with law firms that drained our bank account only to leave my husband and I disappointed, I can confidently recommend Pickard Law to those in need of an attorney regarding family matters. Not only was Pickard's staff helpful and understanding, but our attorney Chloe was able to successfully streamline the process to make our proceedings go as smoothly as possible, all while helping us understand the logistics of every step along the way. The reality is Pickard Law made my daughter's adoption possible and for that, my family can't thank them enough!! Chloe was amazing!! I highly recommend her"

RATED 5.0

Apr 10, 2025Googlevia Google

Nancy Geha, Ed.D.

"My wife and I were looking for a lawyer to assist us in our estate planning. It is difficult to know who to trust. We decided on working with Shannon Gibson after we had a phone call with her. We were drawn to her because of her experience with workplace equality and women's rights. Her caring and kindness during the call convinced us that she had our best interest at heart. We felt like we were in good hands and were very pleased with the results. We have confidence in her and will call on her if we need her again."