Atty. Jennifer A. Sullivan

Atty. Jennifer A. Sullivan

Jennifer Sullivan joined Caplan and Earnest in 1996 where she practices law as the chair of the Health Law Section. Ms.

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About Jennifer A. Sullivan at a glance

Jennifer A. Sullivan is a health care attorney based in Boulder, Colorado, practicing at Caplan and Earnest LLC. Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Health Care Law (2026) and Lawyer of the Year — Health Care Law (Boulder) (2021). Serands clients in Boulder, CO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Jennifer Sullivan joined Caplan and Earnest in 1996 where she practices law as the chair of the Health Law Section
  • Ms. Sullivan has specialized in health law since 1984
  • She has been listed in Best Lawyers in America® for healthcare law
  • Her practice at Caplan and Earnest emphasizes all areas of health law including hospital general counsel, development of ambulatory surgery centers and other health care facilities
  • long term care law
  • Stark Act and Anti-Kickback compliance, managed care contracting, Medicare/Medicaid reimbursement, physician contracting and recruitment
  • professional corporations, professional employment arrangements, joint ventures and mergers and acquisitions
  • She also has a background in employment law specializing in health care employment agreements, shareholder agreements, non-competes, separation agreements/terminations, day to day counseling, and focused policy work
  • Her clients include hospitals, physicians, mental health centers, long term care facilities, ambulatory surgery centers, and provider networks
  • Before moving to Colorado in 1995, Ms. Sullivan served as the director of legal services for Seton Medical Center in Austin, Texas (1984-1990) and was legal counsel for Sharp Healthcare in San Diego (1994-1995)
  • She also practiced in the health law section of the Jennings, Engstrand and Henrikson law firm in San Diego
  • Ms. Sullivan is a former Chairperson of the Colorado Bar Association Health Law Council
  • She is a member of the Colorado Bar Association Health Law Section, the American Health Lawyers Association, and the Healthcare Financial Management Association
  • She has participated in numerous other health related organizations including the Health Law Council of the State Bar of Texas
  • She writes and presents on current issues in the health law field
  • Ms. Sullivan is admitted to practice in Colorado, Texas and California
  • Ms. Sullivan graduated from the University of Washington School of Law in 1981 and from Texas A&M University summa cum laude in 1978

Practice Areas Explained

Jennifer A. Sullivan's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jennifer A. Sullivan handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Health Care Law

Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Colorado

Practicing law in Colorado. Legal matters in Colorado are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Boulder are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Colorado state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Colorado brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Colorado courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

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Where is Jennifer A. Sullivan's law office located?
Jennifer A. Sullivan's law practice is located in Boulder, Colorado. The firm is Caplan and Earnest LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jennifer A. Sullivan handle?
Jennifer A. Sullivan focuses on health care. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Colorado.
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What awards or recognition has Jennifer A. Sullivan received?
Jennifer A. Sullivan's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Health Care Law; Lawyer of the Year — Health Care Law (Boulder).

Practice Areas

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Health Care Law
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Health Care Law (Boulder)
- 2021

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