Michael K. Grigsby

For more than 25 years, Brian's practice has focused almost exclusively on helping water users find, secure and defend their water rights in Colorado and the Western U.S. His clients include municipalities, water and wastewater sanitation districts, mines, golf course developers, energy companies and various commercial facilities. Brian serves as a trusted advisor, providing strategic guidance on long-term water planning and water rights projects. In Colorado, his experience includes the adju...

Bruce A. Fowler is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Litigation - Trusts and Estates, Tax Law and Trusts and Estates. Bruce A. practices law in Denver, Colorado Best Lawyers has recognized Bruce A. Fowler since 2013. 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 Bruce A. Fowler is held by other lawyers.

Fritz Ganz is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Environmental Law. Fritz practices law in Denver, Colorado Best Lawyers has recognized Fritz Ganz 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 Fritz Ganz is held by other lawyers.

Education Mr. Coan received his undergraduate degree in Business Administration with honors from the University of Northern Colorado and his Juris Doctorate degree from the University of Denver. Admissions & Associations Mr. Coan is admitted to practice before all courts in the States of Arizona, Colorado and North Dakota. Mr. Coan currently serves as the Secretary/Treasurer of the Colorado Bar Association’s Business Law Section Council and is the Co-Chair of the Financial Instituti...

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 ...

Courtney is an shareholder at Sherr Puttmann Akins Lamb PC. Prior to joining SPAL, Courtney was an attorney at Hinds and Hinds Family Law and worked for the Honorable Angela Arkin and the Honorable Kerry Hada. Courtney has dedicated her professional career to helping families experiencing transition and conflict. Courtney handles complex domestic relations matters ranging from financial disputes to high-conflict child custody matters. Courtney gives each case the individual attention it deser...

Jeffrey A. Beuche is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Mergers and Acquisitions Law. Jeffrey A. practices law in Denver, Colorado Best Lawyers has recognized Jeffrey A. Beuche 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 Jeffrey A. Beuche is held by other lawyers.

More than 30 years of experience in tax matters. Navigates legislative challenges to help clients form tax strategies. Structures joint ventures for M&A deals. As chair of Brownstein’s Corporate & Business Department and co-chair of its Tax Group, Greg Berger helps clients navigate tax elements related to corporate transactions and tax policy. He regularly collaborates with his colleagues in the government relations group to represent clients before Congress and Treasury on note...

Katherine Ellis is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Family Law, Family Law Mediation and Juvenile Practice. Katherine practices law in Denver, Colorado Best Lawyers has recognized Katherine Ellis 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 Katherine Ellis is held by other lawyers.

Betty leverages extensive corporate finance and M&A transactional experience to guide companies through the entire corporate lifecycle, from formation through growth and planned exit. Her clients include established and emerging growth companies as well as venture capital and other private equity funds. She works with clients in a variety of industries, including software, technology, telecommunications, analytics, medical devices, healthcare, fintech and manufacturing. Betty regularly ac...