Sarah Benjes
About Sarah Benjes
Sarah Benjes is a lawyer based in Denver, CO and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2025. Sarah Benjes is recognized in the following practice area:
- Denver, Colorado
- Employment Law - Management
Current Firm: Williams, Weese, Pepple & Ferguson
Education: University of Denver, J.D., graduated 2007
Location: Denver, CO
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