Michael B. "Mike" Lapicola

Douglas J. Friednash is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Government Relations Practice. Douglas J. practices law in Denver, Colorado Best Lawyers has recognized Douglas J. Friednash 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 Douglas J. Friednash is held by other lawyers.

A strategic problem solver, Rob Kaufmann is known for bringing the right players to the table to complete real estate deals. For decades, his clients have relied on his unparalleled knowledge of both the legal and business sides of the real estate market. His national perspective and ability to steer clients—from national private equity companies and REITs to family-owned companies—through volatile markets make Rob the go-to lawyer for acquisition, development, financing, leasing ...

Mr. Timmins has over 25 years of experience representing clients in connection with a wide variety of real estate transactions and land use matters. His experience includes representation of developers in all phases of the development process, from land acquisition through annexation, zoning, development agreements, subdivision, preparation of CCR's, marketing, construction, and sales in connection with projects ranging in size from large master planned communities to individual residential a...

Chanda’s practice focuses on employment, insurance coverage, professional liability, and commercial litigation. Chanda worked in both private law firms and in-house for an insurance carrier. Chanda brings litigation and appellate experience in defending clients in a wide variety of areas, including employment, insurance coverage, class actions, professional liability, civil rights and commercial disputes. Chanda provides a full spectrum of employment-related services, including employer...

Cynthia Stovall is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Real Estate Law. Cynthia practices law in Denver, Colorado Best Lawyers has recognized Cynthia Stovall since 2024. 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 Cynthia Stovall is held by other lawyers.

Lisa Shimel is a partner based out of Otteson Shapiro’s Denver office. She brings more than 30 years of experience in commercial, real estate, and lending transactions and litigation. She represents bank and non-bank financial institutions in loan documentation, defaults, workouts, foreclosure matters, secured creditor bankruptcy, and operational and regulatory issues. Lisa also advises individuals and businesses on real estate purchases and sales, leasing, lending transactions and gene...

Larry Free has practiced exclusively in the area of Workers’ Compensation since 1995. His understanding and appreciation of workers began through his own employment history. In his early years, he worked at a variety of jobs in the food service industry, cabinet making, carpentry, appliance repair, and delivery. He originally joined the firm as a “runner” and worked as a clerk during law school. He became an associate following graduation and was admitted to partnership in 1...

Over sixteen years of real estate law experience. Deep expertise in transactions in a wide range of industries. Guides national clients through deals from initial phases to acquisition and disposition. Whether her clients are leasing retail space, investing in a multifamily project, moving corporate headquarters, finishing construction on a distressed project or transforming run-down malls into vibrant lifestyle centers, Ashley Wingfield’s expertise guides them through every step. From ...

Geoffrey Klingsporn is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Appellate Practice. Geoffrey practices law in Denver, Colorado Best Lawyers has recognized Geoffrey Klingsporn 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 Geoffrey Klingsporn is held by other lawyers.

David Wilson, a Fellow of the College of Commercial Arbitrators and the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators, is an independent international and U.S. arbitrator and mediator who handles complex, high-stakes commercial and IP disputes, focusing on the energy and technology sectors, among others. A Colorado lawyer and Solicitor of the Senior Courts of England and Wales, he has received 75+ arbitral appointments (chair, panelist, sole arbitrator, and emergency arbitrator) under ICDR, AAA, ICC, JA...