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Remembering Steve Long: Skilled Trial Lawyer, Friend, Mentor

Colorado trial lawyer and founder of GSL Trial Lawyers Steve Long died Oct. 1. Long represented notable clients like Wal-Mart and the Denver Broncos.
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11th Annual John Paul Stevens Lecture Spotlights Tribal Justice Systems

Angela Riley, chief justice of the Supreme Court of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation of Oklahoma, spoke about tribal justice systems, their future and more.
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Zita Weinshienk, Trailblazing Colorado Judge, Dies

In Colorado’s legal community, Weinshienk is remembered as a pioneer and inspiration to many lawyers and judges.

Law Week Lookahead: October 2022

In October, there are plenty of CLE opportunities, lectures and happy hours to learn more and connect with others in the industry.

Colorado Lawyers Committee Hosts Awards Luncheon After Pandemic Hiatus

The Colorado Lawyers Committee hosted its 2022 luncheon awards on Sept. 14 honoring people and firms in Colorado’s legal community.
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No Kidding: CWBA Hosts Post-Dobbs Public Policy Fundraiser

A serious discussion of the impacts of Dobbs followed by stand-up comedy was a spoonful of sugar approach at a CWBA fundraising event.

Law Week Lookahead: September 2022

Colorado’s legal community is hosting plenty of events this month ranging from happy hours and social events to legislative updates.
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A Perspective: What it’s Like Practicing Law With a Disability

With various ADA accommodations in place, what’s it like to work as an attorney with a disability in Colorado? Law Week spoke with two Denver attorneys to find out.

DU Pre-Orientation Program Supports Diverse Law Students

According to 2021 and 2022 Ascent alums, the program has fostered a sense of belonging both at DU and in the legal profession.
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Colorado Hispanic Bar Association Honors Member Impact at Annual Banquet

The 2022 Annual En El Jardín Banquet and Membership Meeting drew a crowd of more than 100 in-person guests.