Joel O. Benson

Nicola has dedicated her legal career to the practice of family law. Nicola’s practice is settlement-focused, as that is usually what is most favorable to her clients. Nicola excels in negotiation and mediation, working to obtain optimal resolutions for her clients outside of the courtroom. However, when litigation becomes necessary, Nicola is a fierce advocate for her clients. With a penchant for thorough preparation, Nicola is confident and effective in the courtroom. Nicola handles a...

Co-founding partner of Garnett Powell Maximon Barlow &Farbes, Stan Garnett, focuses his practice on complex litigation at the state and federal level. He is well-known for providing a solutions-based approach, from arbitration to litigation. With decades of experience on some of Colorado’s most high-profile cases and beyond, Stan is a reliable, steady hand for all types of clients facing high-stakes litigation. He’s an expert at leading a team of lawyers to help clients, wheth...

Niceta E. Bradburn is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Family Law and Juvenile Practice. Niceta E. practices law in Denver, Colorado Best Lawyers has recognized Niceta E. Bradburn since 2023. 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 Niceta E. Bradburn is held by other lawyers.

Heath J. Briggs is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Patent Law. Heath J. practices law in Denver, Colorado Best Lawyers has recognized Heath J. Briggs 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 Heath J. Briggs is held by other lawyers.

Strategic litigator with a collaborative approach oriented toward solving her clients’ most difficult problems. Expertise in resolving pre-litigation disputes, complex commercial litigation and government investigations. Helps clients resolve business disputes while minimizing financial impact. Carrie Johnson focuses on litigation related to complex contract, corporate governance, fiduciary duty, fraud and securities issues. In particular, she has extensive expertise in managing both in...

Chairman Norman Brownstein has earned the respect and trust of leaders on both sides of the aisle, which is why U.S. Senators Ted Kennedy and Hank Brown honored him with the title of "America's 101st Senator." Mr. Brownstein opened a government relations office in Washington, D.C. in 1995. The team initially consisted of two policy professionals and a couple of sublet cubicles. Subsequently, the organization has grown into one of the largest, most successful bipartisan government relations pr...

Dean Batchelder is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Commercial Litigation. Dean practices law in Englewood, Colorado Best Lawyers has recognized Dean Batchelder since 2027. 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 Dean Batchelder is held by other lawyers.

Dannon G. Allbee is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Artificial Intelligence Law. Dannon G. practices law in Denver, Colorado Best Lawyers has recognized Dannon G. Allbee 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 Dannon G. Allbee is held by other lawyers.

Authority on consumer finance regulation and law. Decade of government bank regulatory service. Develops multidisciplinary solutions for consumer finance companies and banks. With deep understanding of consumer finance law and markets, Sarah Auchterlonie ensures that transactions and consumer product offerings achieve her clients’ compliance, effectiveness and growth goals. As an advocate in Congress or with federal and state agencies, she brings a decade of government service with fede...

Dimitri Adloff is a business transactional attorney specializing in joint ventures, entity structuring, private company mergers & acquisitions and commercial real estate transactions. Dimitri has significant experience working with sponsors, investors, and developers in connection with single-asset and programmatic joint ventures, fund formations, preferred equity arrangements, and co-GP structures. He represents buyers and sellers in the acquisition and sale of operating businesses, as w...