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Boulder & Denver  |  Serving Clients Nationwide

The Counsel That Moves Cases Forward.

BHGR combines decades of collective legal experience with cutting-edge AI-powered tools to deliver powerful advocacy across 15 practice areas — for individuals, businesses, and public entities alike.

Trusted Advisors  ·  Powerful Advocates  ·  Strategic Partners

Why BHGR

Built to Win.
Built for You.

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15 Practice Areas

Comprehensive legal coverage across business, litigation, real estate, employment, cannabis, criminal, estates, and more — all under one roof.

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AI-Forward Practice

One of a select group of firms to formalize a Generative AI partnership with Thomson Reuters' CoCounsel — combining legal technology with attorney expertise.

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Colorado Supreme Court Litigators

Our construction law team is actively litigating before the Colorado Supreme Court — demonstrating the highest level of advocacy on behalf of our clients.

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Individuals to Enterprises

Whether you are an individual, a startup, a mid-market company, a public entity, or a government official, BHGR has the depth and versatility to represent you effectively.

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Boulder & Denver Presence

Two Colorado offices — one in Boulder, one in Downtown Denver — mean BHGR is well-positioned to serve clients across the Front Range and beyond.

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2025 Best of Boulder Finalist

Nominated for Best of Boulder Law Firm in 2025 — a reflection of our community relationships and the trust our clients place in us year after year.

Practice Areas

Full-Service.
Full Commitment.

From contract disputes and cannabis compliance, intellectual property to water law — BHGR handles the full complexity of your legal needs without piecing together multiple firms. One team. Every dimension of your legal life.

Construction Law

Mechanics' liens, public works claims, Colorado Supreme Court litigation

Corporate & Business Law

Formation, transactions, governance, growth strategy

Litigation

Aggressive, well-prepared advocacy at every level of court

Real Estate

Transactions, disputes, land use, complex title matters

Employment Law

Workplace disputes, compliance, executive agreements

Trusts, Estates, Probate & Tax

Asset protection, estate planning, probate administration

Intellectual Property

Trademarks, copyrights, trade secrets, licensing

Cannabis Law

Licensing, compliance, transactions, emerging regulations

Water & Conservation

Water rights, conservation easements, environmental compliance

Alternative Dispute Resolution

Mediation, arbitration, and negotiation for efficient resolution

Insurance Coverage

Coverage disputes, bad faith claims, policy interpretation

Public Entity & Government

Counsel for public bodies and government officials

Criminal Defense

Vigorous defense across state and federal criminal matters

Personal Injury

Advocating for those harmed by negligence and misconduct

Appeals

Appellate advocacy at the state and federal level

What Sets Us Apart

Strategic. Innovative.
Relentlessly Client-Focused.

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AI-Enhanced Legal Intelligence

Thomson Reuters' CoCounsel partnership under a formal Generative AI policy — placing clients at the forefront of legal innovation.

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15 Practice Areas. One Firm.

BHGR handles the full complexity of your legal needs without piecing together multiple firms.

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Colorado Roots. Nationwide Reach.

Headquartered in Boulder with a growing Denver presence, BHGR serves clients across the country.

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Construction Law at the Highest Level

Actively litigating before the Colorado Supreme Court on a landmark Public Works Act case.

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Public Entity & Government Counsel

Specialized counsel balancing accountability with effective advocacy for public bodies and government officials.

A Growing Team of Elite Attorneys

2025 partner elevations of Larry Myers, Nick DeBruyne, and Charles Testa — continuous investment in senior-level talent.

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Strategic Advisors, Not Just Litigators

We align legal strategy with long-term business outcomes — acting as trusted advisors throughout your journey.

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Recognized Excellence in Boulder County

2025 Best of Boulder Law Firm finalist — driven by community standing, client relationships, and consistent results.

BHGR Law Firm — Boulder, Colorado

"Trusted Advisors. Powerful Advocates. Strategic Partners."

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About BHGR

One of Boulder's Most
Respected Legal Institutions.

Berg Hill Greenleaf Ruscitti, LLP is a full-service Colorado law firm built on a simple but powerful premise: clients deserve attorneys who are as invested in their outcomes as they are. With decades of combined experience and a team spanning 15 practice areas, BHGR has grown into one of Boulder's most respected legal institutions — trusted by individuals, entrepreneurs, businesses, public entities, and government officials across the state and nationwide.

BHGR doesn't stand still. In 2024, the firm formalized its commitment to legal innovation by partnering with Thomson Reuters' CoCounsel service and establishing a firm-wide Generative AI policy — positioning BHGR at the cutting edge of how law is practiced. That same spirit drove the firm's expansion into a new Downtown Denver office.

Whether you're a startup navigating corporate formation, a contractor fighting a public works dispute before the Colorado Supreme Court, or a family protecting generational wealth through estate planning, BHGR brings the same level of strategic thinking and relentless advocacy to every engagement.

15

Practice
Areas

2

Colorado
Offices

50+

Years Combined
Experience

How We Work

From First Call
to Final Resolution.

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Initial Consultation

We start by listening — deeply understanding your situation, goals, and concerns before any strategy is formed. Every strong legal outcome begins with clarity.

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Strategic Assessment

Our attorneys analyze the full legal landscape of your matter, identifying risks, opportunities, and the most effective path forward given your specific objectives.

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Tailored Legal Strategy

We develop a customized approach — whether that means negotiating a resolution, preparing for litigation, or structuring a transaction — aligned with your priorities and timelines.

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Active Advocacy & Execution

BHGR's attorneys execute with precision, keeping you informed at every stage and adapting strategy as circumstances evolve — in court, at the negotiating table, or across the deal.

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Resolution & Ongoing Counsel

We see matters through to resolution and remain available as your trusted advisors — because the best client relationships don't end at the close of a case.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common Questions
Clearly Answered.

BHGR covers 15 practice areas including Construction, Corporate, Litigation, Real Estate, Employment, Trusts & Estates, Intellectual Property, Cannabis, Insurance Coverage, Criminal, Personal Injury, Public Entity, Water & Conservation, Alternative Dispute Resolution, and Appeals — all under one roof.

Yes. While we are headquartered in Boulder with an office in Downtown Denver, BHGR represents individuals, businesses, and public entities on matters nationwide.

Our clients include individuals, entrepreneurs, small and large businesses, public entities, and government officials. If your legal matter demands serious expertise and strategic counsel, we are built for it.

BHGR has formalized a partnership with Thomson Reuters' CoCounsel platform and implemented a firm-wide Generative AI policy, effective September 2024. This positions our attorneys to work more efficiently and thoroughly on your behalf — without sacrificing the judgment that only experienced lawyers bring.

BHGR's primary office is in Boulder, Colorado. We recently expanded to a new office in Downtown Denver, making our team more accessible to clients across the Front Range.

Construction is one of BHGR's deepest areas of expertise. Our attorneys handle everything from contract disputes and mechanics' liens to public works claims — including a current case before the Colorado Supreme Court concerning the General Mechanics' Lien Act and Public Works Act.

Reach out to schedule an initial consultation. Our attorneys will take the time to understand your matter thoroughly before recommending a path forward — no pressure, no generic advice.

BHGR combines the breadth of a large firm — 15 practice areas, dual offices, nationwide reach — with the close client relationships and strategic investment of a boutique. Add our commitment to legal technology innovation and a team of deeply experienced attorneys, and you have a firm genuinely built to win.

Get in Touch

Your Legal Matter
Deserves Elite Counsel.

The stakes are real. The decisions are consequential. Partner with attorneys who treat every matter as if the outcome is their own — because at BHGR, it is.

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Boulder Office

1712 Pearl Street
Boulder, Colorado 80302

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Denver Office

Downtown Denver
Colorado

Now Open
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Contact Us

303.402.1600

info@bhgrlaw.com