Johnstown Business Lawyers

In my 40+ years' experience as a transaction attorney, I have formed and counseled numerous public and private companies in diverse industries. I have negotiated, drafted and reviewed thousands of commercial agreements. As a trained mediator, I have learned how to ascertain what is most important to another party to a transaction or dispute and then craft resolutions that meet the needs of both parties.

I have been an instructor for Continuing Education of the Bar courses on Organizing and Advising Businesses, a lecturer for courses at the University of Colorado/Anschutz Medical Center on Entity...

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...

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...

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 served as legal and general counsel for business, professional and non-profit enterprises engaged in biotechnology, charitable organizations (art, education and human services), financing, health care, real estate, software and other industries, services and technologies. I enjoy the excitement of working with start-ups and entrepreneurs. As legal and general counsel to closely and more widely held businesses and professional practices, I advise my clients in the areas of corporate governance, entity formation, employment matters, financing, IP licensing, marketing/distribution, mergers and acquisitions, protection of trade secrets and intellectual property, purchase and acquisition matters, real estate transactions, risk management, shareholder/ownership disputes,...

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,...

Charles is a former Deputy D.A., Assistant U.S. Attorney, and was the head of Denver City Attorney Office Litigation section. While in the U.S. Attorney's office, Mr. Torres tried numerous white collar criminal cases, many of which received media attention, such as the "Cattle King" case in which he successfully prosecuted a meat packing plant sending spoiled meat to schools throughout the country. After entering private practice, more of Mr. Torres' cases received media attention.

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...

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...

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...

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,...

Brandon Culter’s practice emphasizes estate and business planning and administration. He advises clients on a broad spectrum of planning matters, including issues related to educational savings vehicles, guardians, stock options, disability, retirement plans, asset protection, dispositive provisions, business formation, business succession and gift, estate and generation-skipping tax matters. Brandon focuses on working together with clients and their other professional advisors to build plans that meet or exceed both the client's needs and goals.

A Colorado Aviation Attorney providing aviation, business and tax legal services. We represent pilots, aircraft mechanics, investors, entrepreneurs, executives and other individuals, as well as privately held companies, air charter operators, fixed base operators, air ambulance services, hangar owners and flight schools.

I have been practicing in tax controversy since 2004. As a tax controversy attorney, I bring perseverance and resolute negotiating skills to the tax arena. I am committed to staying on top of new tax laws and developments in business that can help get the best results for clients.

Jennifer is an attorney in the Estate Planning and Business Law departments at Fears Nachawati. Jennifer has been practicing law since 2000 and is licensed in the State of Colorado. Jennifer has a varied legal background. She has developed a broad estate planning practice, centered on the counseling of clients through the estate planning process, wills and trusts, and representation in probate matters. Jennifer’s business law practices involves assisting in the formation of business entities, creation of necessary business documents during the formation process and for the successful transaction of daily business, including master service agreements, employment contracts, policy manuals...

I counsel entities and individuals through government / SRO proceedings and conduct internal investigations. I also have successfully defended shareholder class actions and derivative lawsuits, and counsel clients facing commercial litigation concerns. My matters have involved, among other things, public company financial reporting, disclosure, and controls issues; FCPA concerns; potential insider trading; issues concerning private equity, investment advisors, and broker-dealers; cybersecurity issues; accountant liability questions; fiduciary duty concerns; and civil DOJ matters. I currently serve on the Board of Directors and as Secretary of the Faculty of Federal Advocates; serve on the SEC Historical Society's Board of...

Libbi, is a founding member of Levine Segev LLC and real estate broker. Prior to the establishment of Levine Segev LLC, Libbi practiced with a downtown Denver law firm. Libbi focuses her practice on real estate transactions and litigation, business and corporate law, and estate and trust planning and administration. Libbi's educational and professional background has allowed her to offer a unique perspective and competent and creative legal advice to her clients. Libbi earned her Bachelors degree from Brandeis University, a J.D. and Masters of Science in Real Estate and Construction Management degrees from the University of Denver, and a...

For more than 25 years, attorney Richard J. Banta, has focused primarily on criminal law, defending the rights of individuals and businesses charged in all matters, from drug charges and DUI to grave accusations of federal crime and felony. You can be assured that your case will be handled in a manner that best protects your interests now and in the future following the outcome of the case. You will deal directly with your attorney throughout the case, from beginning to end. Answers and information are quickly available, and you will be provided a clear and direct perspective on where your...

Following a career in the music business as a tour manager, publicist, band manager and founder of his own management agency, Dave Ratner now specializes in entertainment law, intellectual property law, and business law.

Building on his music industry experience, Dave is an expert at band formation and separation agreements, management and agency deals, recording and distribution contracts, and all forms of licensing.

Dear Visitor, I strive to include passion, dedication & excellence in all aspects of my life, both professionally & personally. This dedication includes sharing the blessings of my good fortune through various charitable works & endeavors. While I am experienced in many aspects of business law, my law practice focuses on the following: 1. Securities & finance law (including regulatory compliance and mergers & acquisitions) 2. Business & corporate law 3. Real estate law (including transactions and development) Please feel free to get in touch if you are in need of legal services or wish to discuss other ways in which we can work together, whether...

Specialties: Purchase and sale of businesses. Contract preparation and review/revision. Establishing franchising systems and advising franchisors. Advising business owners and managers on employment law, employee policies, employee terminations, employment agreements, and independent contractor agreements. Advising individuals on employment agreements, employment terminations, and independent contractor agreements. Trademark registration and intellectual property licensing. I also assist clients with commercial real estate transactions.