Jacqueline V. Roeder

Every case is personal, and every story is unique—whether someone is wronged by a trusted business partner, by a lawyer hired to protect an interest, or by an individual, corporation, or manufacturer that should have done the right thing. Nicole is skilled at gathering and telling each client’s story. She is organized, analytical, and precise, but her advocacy for her clients is empowered by her empathy and her passion for being a trial lawyer. Nicole represents clients in high st...

James Eklund is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Litigation - Environmental. James practices law in Denver, Colorado Best Lawyers has recognized James Eklund since 2025. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which James Eklund is held by other lawyers.

Michael R. Stiff is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Tax Law and Trusts and Estates. Michael R. practices law in Denver, Colorado Best Lawyers has recognized Michael R. Stiff since 2010. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Michael R. Stiff is held by other lawyers.

Darius T. Dugas Carter is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Family Law. Darius T. practices law in Lone Tree, Colorado Best Lawyers has recognized Darius T. Dugas Carter since 2026. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Darius T. Dugas Carter is held by other lawyers.

Stephen J. Dietrich is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Corporate Law and Mergers and Acquisitions Law. Stephen J. practices law in Denver, Colorado Best Lawyers has recognized Stephen J. Dietrich since 2019. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Stephen J. Dietrich is held by other lawyers.

Shareholder Heidi Storz is an attorney with more than 25 years of experience representing clients in construction-related disputes. Her practice focuses on Commercial Litigation, Litigation – Construction, and Construction Law . Based in Broomfield, Colorado, Heidi works with Kerrane Storz PC and regularly handles complex construction defect matters involving residential and commercial projects. Heidi is known for developing a thorough understanding of the engineering, architectural, an...

As a trial lawyer over the last two decades, I have obtained some of the largest personal injury verdicts in Colorado history. I take a deeply personal approach with my clients, recognizing that each case is unique and requires not only legal expertise and experience, but also empathy, compassion, and dedication. My clients show such resilience at a devastating time in their lives, and this is why I am committed to absolute preparation for their personal injury case, and commiseration for the...

Orchestrated first online gaming deals. Excels in structuring complex commercial arrangements. Trailblazer in the growing sports betting industry. At the forefront of online gaming, Elizabeth Paulsen was the architect behind some of the first access arrangements in the United States. She is recognized as a top sports betting and online gaming attorney and represents the major players in the industry. Elizabeth continues to be a pioneer in the online gaming industry, becoming one the few attor...

Seasoned, practical, solution-oriented dealmaker. Twenty years of experience closing hundreds of deals with clients ranging from sophisticated private equity buyers to individual owner/entrepreneur sellers. Serves as outside general counsel to leading middle market companies. Gino Maurelli’s middle market M&A and private equity practice spans four decades. Closing deals on the buy and sell side amid both bull and bear markets, he understands how to navigate different environments to...

David Kaplan has more than 40 years of experience in criminal defense, including complex litigation and trial representation in state and federal courts on matters ranging from violent crime to white collar defense. Additionally, he frequently represents attorneys facing disciplinary consequences, other professionals facing regulatory licensing issues, and students confronting disciplinary actions. David graduated from the University of Denver College of Law in 1982 and began work as a Deputy...