Joel A. Mayo

As a founding member of Pollart Miller, Eric draws on over 20 years as practicing attorney to represent clients in Colorado, Utah, Arizona and Nebraska. As litigation counsel and advisor, he supports and advocates for the interest and rights of his clients in their insurance and employment-related issues with an emphasis on defending workers’ compensation matters. Whether large national corporations or those with regional focus, Eric provides counsel to assist clients with risk assessme...

Larry is a Partner in our Denver office with over 45 years of legal experience, and he specializes in commercial, business, employment, and civil rights litigation. Larry represents businesses of all sizes, employers, insurance carriers, financial institutions, and health care professionals in both state and federal court in a wide variety of cases including class actions involving commercial disputes, employment discrimination, wrongful discharge, retaliation, wage and hour violations, civil...

Shanelle Kindel is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Criminal Defense: White-Collar. Shanelle practices law in Denver, Colorado Best Lawyers has recognized Shanelle Kindel 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 Shanelle Kindel is held by other lawyers.

Hal specializes in franchise and intellectual property litigation and arbitration. He also has a wide range of experience in trademark registration and commercial litigation. Hal is admitted to practice law in Colorado, Wyoming, and the District of Columbia as well as the United States Courts of Appeals for the 1st, 4th, 9th, 10th, and Federal Circuits. Hal is an approved arbitrator with the American Arbitration Association. He is a member of the American Bar Association’s Intellectual ...

Steven M. Kelso is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Franchise Law. Steven M. practices law in Denver, Colorado Best Lawyers has recognized Steven M. Kelso since 2018. 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 Steven M. Kelso is held by other lawyers.

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...

Denise A. Cook is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Family Law. Denise A. practices law in Denver, Colorado Best Lawyers has recognized Denise A. Cook 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 Denise A. Cook is held by other lawyers.

More than 30 years of commercial litigation experience. Trusted advisor and trial counsel to banks, lending institutions and a variety of organizations. Recognized by his peers for his expertise at the intersection of litigation and transactional law. Steve Abelman helps clients achieve positive resolutions to business disputes. He understands the value of relationships for achieving a client’s objectives and provides his clients with the critical information and insights necessary for ...

Michael “Mike” McConnell is a founding partner of McConnell Van Pelt LLC in Denver, Colorado. He is a civil trial and appellate lawyer with more than thirty years of experience representing clients in complex litigation matters in state and federal courts. His practice includes Appellate Practice, Ethics and Professional Responsibility Law, Legal Malpractice Law - Defendants, Litigation - Health Care, Litigation - Insurance , Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants , Personal Injury ...

Guides the strategic direction of the firm as managing partner. Twenty-five years of litigation experience. Develops innovative and practical solutions to solve complex problems. As Brownstein’s managing partner and a member of its executive committee, Rich works closely with clients, attorneys, policy advisors, staff and industry and community leaders to drive the firm’s strategic growth and development. From leading new ways to enhance client value to building and retaining a di...