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A Year of Changes in the Profession and on the Bench

In addition to issuing important opinions this year, the Colorado Supreme Court played a key role in critical areas of the legal profession.

Big Decisions: Notable Cases Run the Gamut from Divorce to DUIs

Over the past year, the high court clarified numerous questions from divorce to DUIs that will affect the lives of Coloradans.

A Blockbuster Year in Public Law

The state Supreme Court released about 75 opinions last term, navigating a pandemic, remote hearings, a new justice and a scandal.
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COVID Vaccines Pose New Challenges for Parents, Attorneys and Judges

For some divorced parents, the rollout of COVID-19 vaccines for children as young as 12 has provided yet another source of conflict.
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Legislature Reforms from 2021

The Colorado General Assembly reformed aspects of Colorado courts by changing offenses, bonds and juveniles switching to adult court.

State Legislature Takes Measures on Gun Violence Prevention

Colorado Democrats in both the state house and senate passed a number gun violence prevention measures this session.
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Colorado Becomes First State to Publicly Fund Immigration Legal Defense

After years of concerted effort, immigrant advocates around the state have established a statewide Immigration Legal Defense Fund.
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General Assembly Sends Greenhouse Gas Bill to Polis

Colorado lawmakers acted Tuesday evening to establish enforceable greenhouse gas emission limits in a new bill sent to Gov. Polis.
Sara Mercer Top Women 2021

Top Women 2021: Sarah Mercer

Sarah Mercer might be so successful in the political landscape because of her background in politics and her ability to crossover to law.