Robert R. McLeod

Robert R. McLeod is an associate in the Greenwood Village office of Messner Reeves LLP, where he focuses his practice on defending healthcare professionals and organizations in complex medical malpractice, professional liability, and healthcare-related litigation. An experienced litigator with a background in high-stakes medical negligence and product liability matters, Robert represents clients in state and federal courts, as well as administrative and regulatory proceedings.

Robert has substantial experience handling all phases of civil litigation, from initial case evaluation and discovery through dispositive motions, trial preparation, and courtroom advocacy. His experience includes examining witnesses at trial, arguing significant motions, taking and defending fact and expert witness depositions, and preparing healthcare professionals and expert witnesses for testimony. He approaches complex litigation with careful preparation, strategic analysis, and a commitment to protecting his clients’ professional reputations and interests.

Throughout his career, Robert has defended healthcare providers and organizations in cases involving serious personal injuries, birth trauma, wrongful death, and other significant medical negligence claims. His practice also includes experience representing pharmaceutical and medical device manufacturers in product liability litigation, providing him with a broad understanding of the medical, scientific, and regulatory issues frequently encountered in healthcare disputes.

In addition to his litigation practice, Robert represents healthcare professionals and entities in regulatory investigations and professional licensing matters. He has defended healthcare organizations in proceedings involving the Colorado Attorney General’s Office and assisted licensed medical professionals facing investigations and disciplinary actions through the Colorado Division of Professions and Occupations. His experience enables him to address both the litigation exposure and professional licensing implications that can arise from healthcare-related claims.

Before joining Messner Reeves, Robert practiced with Denver-area litigation firms, including Hall Booth Smith, where his work encompassed healthcare litigation, medical malpractice defense, general liability, professional malpractice, and product liability matters. These experiences strengthened his courtroom advocacy skills and provided extensive exposure to complex litigation involving healthcare institutions, professionals, and businesses.

Robert earned his Juris Doctor from Vanderbilt University Law School in 2017 and his Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Texas in 2013. He is admitted to practice in Colorado, Texas, and Tennessee, as well as the United States District Court for the District of Colorado.

Beyond his legal practice, Robert has participated in the Colorado Appellate Pro Bono Program and is an AmeriCorps alumnus, reflecting his commitment to public service and access to justice.