April D. Jones

“April what you did for me was so much more than merely wonderful and there has been nothing simple about the profound significance you have made in my life. Thank you for your counsel and your strength.”

Attorney At Law Since 1991

Aggressive, Dedicated, Experienced

Ms. April Jones is well known in Colorado as a premier family law attorney, community leader, and businesswoman.

Community Service & Philanthropy

As one of the most influential women in Colorado law, attorney April Jones’ influence can be seen in the personal and professional platforms that she holds. For years, she has donated her time and expertise to various organizations that impact our community. In this regard, she has led the Sam Cary Bar Association twice in her career (2005 and 2021). Through the leadership of this preeminent professional association for African American attorneys, she has provided strategic advocacy and leadership for professionals of color.

In 2021, Ms. Jones was named by Colorado U.S. Senators Michael Bennet and John Hickenlooper as co-chair of an advisory committee that will recommend candidates for the US District Court in Colorado. She was previously appointed by Colorado Governor Bill Ritter to a six-year term as Nomination Commissioner to nominate Justices to the Colorado Supreme Court and the Colorado Court of Appeals.

Additionally, she dedicates her time and energy to the greater Denver community through her position on the Board of Directors for the University of Colorado Hospital Authority. As a businessperson with legal training, she is a key member of the board of UCHealth and the board of University of Colorado Hospital on the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus. Ms. Jones was a founding board member of the American Transplant Foundation, an organization dedicated to creating donor awareness and increased organ donations in Colorado and nationwide.

Ms. Jones obtained her Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of California at Berkeley in 1987 and her Juris Doctorate from the University of California, Hastings College of Law in 1991. She is a member of the California State and Colorado State Bars.

Inspired Personal & Professional Leadership

As a self-driven businesswoman, Ms. Jones built her African-American female-led law firm from the ground up. Over twenty years later, she is known in the business community as an influential and successful leader that can project growth and achievement in others. Ms. Jones is a strategist for professionals looking to increase their goal-attainment in business and life. She connects others with their success through common sense lectures, speaking engagements, and private discussions on hard work, self-sabotage, and resilience. Her unparalleled authenticity motivates others to “get out of their own way” so they can be more impactful parents and professionals.