About Lisa
Lisa Polansky is a seasoned criminal defense attorney based in Boulder, Colorado, with more than 35 years of experience in criminal and juvenile defense. Since 2000, she has been practicing law in Colorado and is a proud member of the Colorado State Bar. Her firm, Polansky Law Firm, PLLC, is conveniently located at 4450 Arapahoe Avenue, Suite 100, Boulder, CO 80303. The firm provides a comprehensive range of legal services, including criminal defense, juvenile law, and post-conviction cases, catering to the diverse needs of her clients. Before establishing her practice in Colorado, Ms. Polansky gained inexperience as a Deputy Public Defender in Los Angeles County. This role allowed her to hone her skills in defending clients against serious charges.
Additionally, she served as a Judge Advocate General (JAG) officer in the United States Army, where she provided legal counsel and representation to military personnel. Her educational background includes a Juris Doctor degree from Pepperdine University School of Law, which she earned in 1990. Prior to that, she obtained a Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice and Sociology from the State University of New York at Albany in 1987. Ms. Polansky’s practice areas are extensive, encompassing criminal defense, appeals and appellate law, juvenile law, and military law. She has successfully handled a wide variety of cases, including drug crimes, fraud, gun crimes, internet crimes, sex crimes, theft, and violent crimes. Her appellate work is particularly noteworthy, as she specializes in challenging convictions and sentences.
This gives clients with a second chance after trial. Furthermore, her juvenile law practice is dedicated to representing minors in delinquency proceedings, to protect their rights throughout the legal process. In addition to her legal practice, Ms. Polansky is actively involved in teaching and mentoring the next generation of legal professionals. Since 2013, she has served as faculty for trial skills and advanced advocacy programs with the National Institute for Trial Advocacy (NITA). Furthermore, she has taught the intersession trial advocacy course at the University of Colorado at Boulder, School of Law, since 2001. Her commitment to community service is evident in her mentoring of "youth at risk," demonstrating her dedication to making a positive impact beyond the courtroom.
Ms. Polansky is a member of several professional organizations that reflect her commitment to the legal field. These include the Colorado Criminal Defense Bar Association, the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, and the Colorado Bar Association. Her expertise and dedication have not gone unnoticed; she has been recognized on the Colorado Super Lawyers list from 2019 to 2026. For those seeking legal assistance, Ms. Polansky can be reached at (303) 415-2583 or via email at [email protected].
