Brighton Business Lawyers

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30+ years of legal experience focusing on estate planning, probate and business law.

Fred Long graduated cum laude from Gonzaga University in 2014 with bachelor’s degrees in political science and history. He received his juris doctor degree from the University of Wyoming College of Law in 2017 and was recognized on the Dean’s List for four of his six semesters. During law school, Fred also worked as a teaching assistant for the College of Law’s legal research and writing courses, clerked for the law firm of Bell, Gould, Linder & Scott P.C., and found time to coach soccer for the Laramie Blizzard.

After passing the bar, Fred joined Bell, Gould, Linder & Scott, P.C....

Steven Taffet, of Taffet Law, P.C., Boulder, Colorado, represents insurance policyholders in claims and lawsuits against professional disability, long-term disability, health, property, fire, auto, life and business liability insurers. For more than 25 years, Taffet has protected the rights of policyholders by insisting that insurance companies deal with them fairly and in good faith. He has obtained a number of settlements and judgments exceeding a million dollars in state and federal courts in the Rocky Mountain West. Taffet has been recognized by Law and Politics/5280 Denver Magazine as a Colorado SuperLawyers since 2009 for his insurance coverage and bad...

Josh was selected by the National Trial Lawyers as one of the Top 100 Trial Lawyers. He is a member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum, America’s Top 100 Attorneys, America’s Lawyers of Distinction, and the American Society of Legal Advocates. He has been chosen as a Colorado Super Lawyer for numerous years. Josh graduated cum laude from New York University School of Law. He is a member of the State Bar of Colorado. He is also admitted to practice in New York State and as a solicitor in England and Wales. Josh worked at the London office of Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer,...

Following three years practicing civil litigation in Dallas, Texas, I served as a Judge Advocate General (JAG) in the United States Air Force, with a heavy focus on criminal law. I defended numerous clients facing courts martial, including felony level charges. In recognition for my achievements as an attorney and advocate, I was awarded the Air Force Commendation Medal for each of my years in the Air Force. After my service in the Air Force, I moved to Colorado with my family to enjoy outdoor activities. I take great pride in providing effective, yet affordable representation...

Mr. Adams is an experienced and highly trained attorney and counselor at law who has deep roots in Colorado. Mr. Adams received his law degree (J.D.) from the University of Denver Sturm College of Law. Mr. Adams prepares every case as if it will go to trial, in a thoughtful, thorough manner. Since before law school, Mr. Adams has been an advocate on behalf of individuals and businesses. He has a knack for relating to people, and the skills necessary to fairly represent his clients in Colorado and U.S. District Court.

Ryan Clement, the Principal Attorney at BTLG has been a Colorado licensed attorney for almost 20 years and has extensive experience in all matters related to software and technology law, data rights and content, intellectual property, data privacy and security, business startups/formation, commercial transactional matters, general business counsel, and compliance, both corporate and regulatory. Ryan graduated with high honors from University of California, Santa Barbara before attending the University of California, Davis School of Law and graduating in 2004. Post-law school, he completed an esteemed two-year judicial clerkship at the Second Judicial District Court of Nevada. In 2007, he became a licensed...

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Jay Hermele brings more than a decade of legal experience to High Plains Law, offering tailored legal solutions for businesses and individuals. Over the years, Jay has successfully guided clients through high-stakes commercial litigation, complex corporate and business transactions, and intricate intellectual property matters. His broad skill set includes trial work, negotiating and drafting contracts, forming business entities, managing business acquisitions and sales, and prosecuting trademarks. Jay has helped clients across a diverse range industries such as technology, real estate, finance, cannabis, media, oil and gas, and franchise. He takes pride in understanding the unique challenges and opportunities of each sector,...

Mr. McDonald's practice consists of business, corporate and securities representation, as well as securities and commercial litigation and securities and corporate transactions. He has counseled clients in various financings and securities transactions, including public and private offerings, mergers and acquisitions and tender offers. He has also represented investment advisers and broker-dealers. He also advises public reporting clients regarding corporate governance, disclosure/reporting and compliance matters. In addition, Mr. McDonald regularly advises businesses on choice of entity and formation matters. His securities litigation practice has included representing plaintiffs and defendants in complex class and derivative actions, representing underwriters with respect to county...

I have practiced construction law, and matters relating to construction for over 30 years. I have been involved in complex claims, mediations, trials and arbitrations involving Data Centers, Tunnels, Bridges, Condominiums, Hospitals, Airports, Highways, Power plants, Wind turbines, Water Treatment facilities, Hotels, Casinos, Stadiums,Refineries, Ethanol plants, Office buildings and Dams. I have represented General Contractors, Subcontractors, Suppliers, Owners, Architects, Engineers and Sureties. I have reviewed contracts and been involved in negotiating deals in excess of $1 billion. The size of claims I have been involved with have ranged from $100,000 to over $50,000,000. I work with...

Founding partner of Belzer Law, Aaron Belzer represents clients in Boulder, Denver, and all along the Front Range of Colorado. His practice is focused on both civil litigation and appeals. In 2019, he earned the prestigious Trial Skills Certificate, and he is a certified by the National Institute for Trial Advocacy as a trial lawyer. And in 2020 he was award the esteemed Martindale-Hubbell AV-Preeminent award. Admitted to practice in the state of Colorado since 2014, Mr. Belzer has an Avvo “Superb” rating and in 2018, received an Avvo Clients’ Choice Award. He graduated from Western Colorado University...

A Denver native, Gabe attended the University of Colorado in Boulder where he graduated in 2007 summa cum laude and with Distinction. Gabe received his B.A. in Political Science, as well as a minor in History and a certificate in Peace and Conflict Studies. Gabe received his law degree from the University of Denver Sturm College of Law in 2010. Gabe was inducted as a member of Phi Beta Kappa, into the Alpha of Colorado Chapter, in April 2006. Gabe also received the Jacob Van Ek Scholarship Award in May 2007. This award is given by the University of Colorado’s...

I graduated from the University of Denver College of Law and have been licensed to practice law in California and Colorado. During my 34 years of practice, I have developed experience in Contract Law, Employment Law, Products Liabilty, Estate Planning, and the Law related to Property Taxes. I have also served as an Arbitrator and Judge.

No one really wants to have to hire a lawyer. Often we are called upon to serve at life's worst moments - where the client is generally encountering some kind of threat to self, family, home or livelihood. Other times a client might simply have anxiety about a new business venture or investment, or entering into an important contract, and wants to make sure it is done right. At such stressful times, my approach to my practice is, purely and simply, to be a hands-on helper and problem solver for my clients - many of whom have come back to...

A trial lawyer representing clients in criminal defense and related civil litigation in state and federal court in Colorado. Previously practiced in the State of Oregon from 1981 until 1998. Member of the Federal Criminal Defense Panel for the United States District Court of Colorado.

Glenn D. Malpiede, Attorney at Law, Managing Member Colorado native, attorney, accountant and entrepreneur Practicing attorney since 1998, with over thirty-six years of entrepreneurial and management experience in a wide variety of enterprises including twelve years in Chile as Senior International Client Liaison in Chile's largest consulting firm. Education: J.D. Law - University of Denver, College of Law B.A. International Affairs - University of Colorado (Boulder & Denver) C.S. International Trade Law - Universidad de Chile A.A. General Accounting - Universidad...

Assistant Director Music Business, Colorado State University Principal, Music City Counsel & Brand X Management Adjunct Professor, Belmont University A member of both the California and Tennessee State Bars, Eric Griffin owns and operates Music City Counsel, a boutique law office based in Nashville. MCC acts as both legal counsel and business consultant to a wide variety of clients. In addition to having a healthy transactional law practice that focuses on entertainment related transactions, the office assists developing businesses in their birth, planning, or ongoing operations. Areas covered by the firm include incorporation, 501(c)(3) compliance, drafting of business plans, branding...

Phil J. Shuey is a Past Chair of the Colorado Bar Association Solo/Small Firm Section, has been a member of the CBA Long Range Planning Committee, and a Co-Editor of the Law Practice Management/Technology columns for the Colorado Lawyer. He is a Past Chair of the Law Practice Management Section of the American Bar Association as well as an Inaugural Fellow of the College of Law Practice Management. He was a five-time Chair of the ABA’s TECHSHOW™ and has been a speaker at fifteen ABA TECHSHOW conferences. He has served on two ABA Presidents’ Advisory Committees. He has served...

Represents taxpayers in IRS examinations, Tax Court cases, IRS and State collection cases and IRS Streamlined Filing Compliance Procedures. She also represents Certified Public Accountants in licensing disputes with the State Board of Accountancy and defends CPAs against complaints filed with the State Board.

Briana Fehringer is a Partner at Anderson & Jahde, P.C. She focuses her practice on representing taxpayers in IRS examinations, Tax Court cases, IRS and State collection cases and IRS Streamlined Filing Compliance Procedures. She also represents Certified Public Accountants in licensing disputes with the State Board of Accountancy and defends CPAs against complaints filed...

I primarily counsel clients in real estate, estate planning and estate administration matters. In my real estate practice, I advise buyers, sellers and real estate brokers through all phases of purchase, sale and lease transactions. I have guided many clients through the nuances of loan modifications, short sales and foreclosures, and have settled or renegotiated tens of millions of dollars in loan obligations. I also advise real estate brokers in Colorado Real Estate Commission and federal compliance matters. As an estate planning attorney, I routinely draft wills, trusts, powers of attorney and living wills for clients. I also create asset protection...