Areas of Practice
Government Investigations
Our federal investigation defense attorneys have extensive experience handling complex matters involving the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ), the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA), and the Colorado Division of Securities. As former federal prosecutors and agency counsel, our attorneys have led many of the same investigations our clients now face. This insider perspective allows us to anticipate regulators’ strategies, engage effectively with government investigators, and negotiate outcomes that protect our clients’ interests. We understand what regulators are looking for—and what they prefer to avoid if an investigation escalates toward litigation. In many cases, investigations involve multiple potential targets, and regulators may initially focus on the wrong individual or entity. Our deep knowledge of agency priorities and procedures enables us to redirect inquiries, reduce exposure, and achieve efficient, favorable results for our clients.
White Collar Defense
Our experienced white-collar defense attorneys represent individuals and businesses facing federal criminal investigations and charges involving financial crimes such as fraud, embezzlement, insider trading, and money laundering. As former federal prosecutors, we understand how the government builds its cases—and how to dismantle them. Our team leverages deep insight into complex financial systems, regulatory compliance, and prosecutorial strategy to provide skilled, proactive representation at every stage of an investigation or trial. We focus on minimizing penalties, negotiating favorable outcomes, and, when necessary, fighting for acquittal in court. Clients trust our attorneys to protect their reputations, assets, and freedom in the most challenging white-collar cases.
Whistleblower Awards
Our attorneys have extensive federal whistleblower experience which is crucial to individuals seeking protection and financial rewards under the SEC Whistleblower Program. This program offers substantial incentives to those who report original information about violations of federal securities laws enforced by the SEC. Qualified whistleblowers may receive between 10% and 30% of the monetary sanctions collected by the SEC when their information leads to sanctions exceeding $1 million. Whistleblowers can also earn additional related action awards if other federal agencies take enforcement action based on the same disclosures. Importantly, whistleblowers can file claims anonymously, but the law requires that submissions be made through an attorney. Our attorneys help clients navigate the complex SEC process, ensure their identities remain confidential, and work to maximize their eligibility for rewards while safeguarding them from retaliation.
Civil Litigation
With extensive experience navigating complex civil disputes across a wide range of industries, our attorneys are ready to represent individuals, businesses, or institutions in all aspects of civil litigation. We combine meticulous legal analysis with persuasive advocacy to achieve favorable outcomes for our clients, on matters ranging from breach of contract, business torts, real estate litigation, employment claims, and private party disputes. We are adept at managing all phases of litigation—from pre-litigation negotiations and mediation to discovery, trial, and appeals—while always prioritizing our clients’ objectives and risk tolerance. Our years of experience allow us to strategically advise our clients how to best and most efficiently achieve their goals. And because we are unafraid to go to trial, we maintain an aggressive and strong bargaining position for our clients throughout the process.
Criminal Defense
We provide sophisticated and strategic representation for individuals and companies facing serious criminal allegations. Our attorneys draw on extensive experience as former federal and state prosecutors, offering clients an insider’s perspective on how cases are investigated, charged, and prosecuted.
We represent clients in all phases of criminal defense litigation, including investigations, pretrial proceedings, negotiations, and trials. With a deep command of federal and Colorado criminal law and procedure, our attorneys are adept at identifying constitutional violations, challenging the admissibility of evidence, and crafting precise, effective defense strategies tailored to each client’s unique circumstances. We approach every matter with the attention and care expected of an elite boutique firm, ensuring that each client receives exceptional advocacy, strategic insight, and a defense guided by integrity and results.
Transactional
Our attorneys bring sophisticated transactional experience across mergers and acquisitions (M&A), real estate, energy and infrastructure finance, capital markets, and corporate formation. Trained at some of the world’s most prestigious global law firms, our team delivers the depth and precision of large-firm experience with the agility and focus of a boutique firm. We advise companies of all sizes—from startups to established enterprises—balancing strategic legal counsel with practical business judgment. Drawing on our litigation background, we anticipate challenges before they arise, helping clients structure transactions that achieve their goals while minimizing risk. Our attorneys are trusted advisors to businesses navigating complex deals, providing clarity, confidence, and exceptional attention to detail at every stage of the transaction.