A Licensed Legal Paraprofessional (LLP) is a legal professional licensed by the Colorado Supreme Court, regulated by the Colorado Office of Attorney Regulation. While they share ethical requirements with attorneys, they are not attorneys themselves. Colorado is one of the few states to utilize licensed paraprofessionals in the legal field.
Currently, LLPs are authorized to practice only in Domestic Relations courts and cannot appear before other courts. They can perform certain tasks typically handled by attorneys, such as signing most documents and pleadings, and they can appear in court. However, their ability to perform trial-related functions is limited. The list of tasks an LLP can and cannot perform is extensive. If you’d like to know more, feel free to ask for specific details. For further information, visit: Colorado Bar Association FAQs about LLPs.
At Divorce Matters, our LLPs are integral members of the team, handling as many tasks as they are licensed to perform. If a task falls outside their scope, an attorney will step in to handle that portion of the case.
For many family law cases, an LLP can manage the entire process from start to finish, providing a cost-effective alternative. However, not all cases or tasks can be handled by LLPs. We maximize the use of our LLPs and ensure attorneys are available to assist when necessary. Our team of attorneys is available for consultation with LLPs throughout the case.
Contact us today to see how an LLP can help with your family law case, or to schedule a consultation with one of our attorneys if needed!