Maha Kamal was born in Aurora, Colorado, and has built her career deeply rooted in the state she calls home. A graduate of Smoky Hill High School’s prestigious International Baccalaureate program, she went on to earn her B.A. in International Affairs from the University of Colorado at Boulder and her J.D. from the University of Denver. Fluent in English, Spanish, and Urdu/Hindi, Maha brings a global perspective to her extensive work in family law.
Maha is a recognized leader in Colorado’s legal community, holding multiple positions on the Colorado Bar Association’s Executive Councils for Family Law and Alternative Dispute Resolution. She’s played a pivotal role in shaping the future of legal services by co-chairing the Paraprofessionals and Legal Services (PALS) Supreme Court subcommittee, helping to establish Colorado’s licensed legal paraprofessional program—one of the first of its kind in the nation. Maha’s influence in the field is further underscored by her third term on the Legislative Policy Committee, where she has contributed to major family law initiatives.
Her expertise and passion for family law have earned her recognition as a four-time SuperLawyers Rising Star and multiple honors from 5280 Magazine as a Top Lawyer. In 2016, she founded the Colorado Family Law Project, offering sliding-scale services, including unbundled legal representation and mediation. Maha’s practice focuses on accessibility and personalized service, giving clients the tools they need to navigate divorce, custody, and complex family disputes.
Beyond the courtroom, Maha is a published author, having recently released a family law handbook designed to help Coloradans better understand their rights and options in family law matters. Her writing serves as an accessible guide for those looking for clarity and direction in challenging legal situations.
Maha’s dedication extends beyond the legal field. As a member of the Board of Directors for the Art Students League of Denver and a trustee of the American Humanist Foundation, she is passionate about the arts and humanism. Her contributions include serving on the Art Selection Panel for the Denver International Airport and curating new installations in Concourses A, B, and C.
In her free time, Maha combines her love for travel, writing, and art. She is currently working on her first collection of short stories, some of which have been published in journals like the American Literary Review and The Bombay Review. Maha’s commitment to innovative, thoughtful solutions shines through through her legal work and creative endeavors, always keeping her clients and community at the heart of what she does.
Select Publications
- Colorado Family Law: A Trail Guide (June 2024)
- “The Algorithmic Family: AI and the Future of Family Law“, The Colorado Lawyer, (October 2024)
Notable Speaking Engagements
- A Discussion of the Many Roles Women Play in the Judicial System, the Unique Issues that Arise in Those Roles, and Practical Solutions for Positive Change – Colorado District Court and County Court Judges Associations (March 2021)
- Multicultural Considerations in PRE/CFI Investigations – Spring Family Law Update 2022
- Mediating with a Cultural Lens – ADR Annual Conference (October 2022)
- LLP Basic Skills Practicum – Co-Chair and Lecturer (June 2024)
- Emerging Cultural Perspectives in IPV – COAAML Advanced Family Law Conference (December 2024)
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