Christopher D. "Chris" Yvars

Amy's practice focuses on commercial real estate, including the acquisition of real estate assets, development, leasing, real estate financing, and dispositions of real estate assets throughout the country. Amy has represented borrowers in various real estate finance transactions, and both landlords and tenants with respect to office, industrial and retail leasing. Amy specializes in advising clients concerning the development, operation and management of all types of master planned communiti...

David Tenner is a trial lawyer, an arbitrator and a special master appointed by Denver-area trial courts. His trial practice focuses on the representation of businesses and individuals in both state and federal court and in arbitrations. He tries complex business, intellectual property and tort cases to both judges and juries. He also tries complex claims in both domestic and international arbitrations. Mr. Tenner regularly provides clients with pre-litigation advice focusing on the resolutio...

Geoffrey P. Anderson, Esq. is a shareholder and founding member of Anderson Notarianni McMahon LLC, a Denver, Colorado law firm. His practice focuses on Commercial Litigation, Real Estate Law, Litigation - Real Estate, and Land Use and Zoning Law, with an emphasis on disputes and transactions involving complex real property issues. Mr. Anderson served as Chair of the Real Estate Section Council of the Colorado Bar Association from 2010 to 2011. He is the author of Colorado Quiet Title Actions...

Peggy Kozal, based in Dickinson Wright’s Denver office, is a dedicated attorney deeply involved in the complex world of health care law. With a passion for untangling legal complexities, Peggy navigates regulatory compliance, litigation, data privacy and security matters, and strategic counsel for a diverse range of clients within the health care sector, including long-term care facilities, hospitals, physicians and physician practices. She excels in identifying crucial legal matters an...

Mike Decker is a highly experienced litigator specializing in construction law, insurance defense, and complex commercial litigation. He boasts a strong record of favorable jury trial verdicts in both Colorado and Wyoming courts. Mr. Decker consistently receives top-tier recognition for his legal prowess and ethical conduct. He holds an "AV Preeminent" rating from Martindale-Hubbell, the highest distinction available. Since 2012, he has been honored as a "Colorado Super Lawyer" in civil litig...

Jim Rigberg is a seasoned business lawyer who provides end-to-end client representation in a variety of contexts. With particular expertise in the real estate and healthcare industries, Jim puts his years of courtroom experience to work advising clients on front-end strategies to secure optimal leverage and avoid exposure to costly litigation down the road. Jim also focuses his practice on Intellectual Property, where he helps clients protect their investments in their brands and creative out...

Julie Herzog handles a wide variety of corporate, securities and merger and acquisition transactions. She has handled transactions valued at over $4 billion for major public companies and investment banks and enjoys working with a diverse clientele ranging from Fortune 100 corporations to startups, family offices, and venture capital and private equity funds. Since 2013, Julie has negotiated and closed hundreds of transactions valued at nearly $2 billion. Her clients represent a variety of in...

Christopher J. Neumann is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Construction Law, Environmental Law, Litigation - Environmental and Real Estate Law. Christopher J., who practices law in Denver, Colorado, has been recognized since 2023. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Christopher J. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Marlana Caruso is a partner in the firm’s Family Law Practice. In addition to being one of the firm’s most esteemed family law attorneys, Marlana is an accomplished litigator and a leader in the legal community. Marlana draws on a wealth of knowledge she’s cultivated throughout her career to help families overcome the complex and painful domestic litigation process impacting their lives. The Colorado Supreme Court has recognized Marlana for her pro bono activities outside th...

Mary C. Baker is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Family Law. Mary C., who practices law in Lone Tree, Colorado, has been recognized since 2018. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Mary C. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.