Catherine H. Puttmann

Family Law

4.0 (1 reviews)

Denver, Colorado

28+ years experience

Sherr Puttmann Akins Lamb PC

Updated: Jan 03, 2026

Contact Information

303-741-5300

https://www.spalfamilylaw.com/professionals/catherine-h-puttmann

7979 East Tufts Ave., Suite 1650, Denver, CO 80237

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Bio

Catherine Puttmann, Esq. is a founding shareholder at Sherr Puttmann Akins Lamb, PC. Ms. Puttmann received her B.A. in political science from the University of Colorado, Boulder in 1994, and her J.D. in 1997 from the University in Houston. Ms. Puttmann is an experienced litigator and negotiator. She was a criminal prosecutor with the 18th Judicial District from 1999 until 2005 when she moved to private practice, specializing in family law. Ms. Puttmann is an advocate for alternative dispute resolutions, in which both parties agree to settle and forego courtroom intervention. However, with her extensive litigation experience she is equally comfortable advocating for her client in the courtroom.. Ms. Puttmann is a member of the Colorado Bar Association as well as a member of the Denver, Douglas, and Arapahoe County Bar Associations. Catherine Puttmann, Esq. is a founding shareholder at Sherr Puttmann Akins Lamb, PC. Ms. Puttmann received her B.A. in political science from the University of Colorado, Boulder in 1994, and her J.D. in 1997 from the University in Houston. Ms. Puttmann is a member of the Colorado Bar Association as well as a member of the Denver, Douglas, and Arapahoe County Bar Associations. Catherine Puttmann, Esq. is a founding shareholder at Sherr Puttmann Akins Lamb, PC. Ms. Puttmann received her B.A. in political science from the University of Colorado, Boulder in 1994, and her J.D. in 1997 from the University in Houston. Ms. Puttmann is an experienced litigator and negotiator. She was a criminal prosecutor with the 18th Judicial District from 1999 until 2005 when she moved to private practice, specializing in family law. Ms. Puttmann is an advocate for alternative dispute resolutions, in which both parties agree to settle and forego courtroom intervention. However, with her extensive litigation experience she is equally comfortable advocating for her client in the courtroom.. Ms. Puttmann is a member of the Colorado Bar Association as well as a member of the Denver, Douglas, and Arapahoe County Bar Associations.

Practice Areas

Family Law

Awards & Recognition

Recognized: Family Law
Recognized: Family Law Arbitration
Recognized: Family Law Mediation

Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2017

Education

University of Houston Law Center, J.D., graduated 1997

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Reviews

Andrew Gomez

2 weeks ago

Skilled and compassionate guidance through a difficult divorce

I retained Catherine Puttmann to represent me during my complex divorce, which involved significant assets and a contested parenting plan. From our initial consultation, her 28 years of experience in family law were evident. She was able to clearly explain Colorado statutes and the likely trajectory of my case, which helped manage my expectations during a very stressful time. Her background in both mediation and arbitration was particularly valuable; she skillfully negotiated a settlement that avoided a protracted court battle, saving us considerable time and emotional energy. I specifically sought her out after seeing her recognition in family law mediation, and that expertise proved crucial. Catherine is direct, strategic, and has a deep understanding of the local Denver court system. Her advice was always practical and rooted in real-world outcomes. The one area where I sometimes felt a slight delay was in email response times during non-urgent phases, though her paralegal was always helpful as a point of contact. Overall, her guidance from the University of Houston Law Center and her founding role at Sherr Puttmann Akins Lamb translated into a confident, capable representation. I felt well-protected and am satisfied with the final outcome.