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Messner Reeves LLP Denver Associates Christian Myers and Ben Asser recently spoke to students at the Explorative Pathways for Innovative Careers (EPIC) Campus in Littleton, CO about the intersection of law and sports. During the interactive talk, Christian and Ben provided real world insights on the legal issues that impact the sports world, from Title […]

Messner Reeves LLP congratulates Denver Partners Douglas Wolanske and Matthew George on their recent Colorado Springs defense win. The case in question involved a medical malpractice claim against a psychiatric hospital, in which the plaintiff was initially seeking over $20 million in damages. After extensive pre-trial work, Matt George was able to get the $20 […]

Messner Reeves LLP is pleased to announce that six attorneys have been recognized in the 2026 edition of the 5280 Top Lawyers list! This annual listing highlights attorneys practicing across a wide range of categories from corporate and general litigation to criminal law. To be considered for 5280 Denver’s Top Lawyers, Denver metro area attorneys […]

Messner Reeves LLP is proud to announce that Partner Isaac Crum has been recognized in the Law Section of the 2026 edition of AZ Business Leaders Magazine. This annual publication profiles the business leaders and innovators who continually work to expand and better the Arizona business landscape. Phoenix Partner Isaac Crum is a member of […]

Messner Reeves LLP was proud to sponsor the 2025 MJBizCon held December 2 – 5, 2025, in Las Vegas. Associates Benjamin Asser and Jacob Morgan from the Cannabis team attended the event, along with Licensing Specialist Kelley Kiesling. MJBizCon is widely recognized as the largest B2B cannabis industry event held each year, and brings together […]

Messner Reeves LLP Denver Associate Trevor Gallaway recently participated in an Immigration Clinic panel discussion at the University of Florida Levin College of Law. The discussion centered around immigration law topics, particularly those relating to removal defense over nearly two hours of questions and answers. Students learned real-world insights on removal proceedings, career paths, and […]

Messner Reeves LLP is pleased to announce that Associate Trevor Gallaway has been selected to join the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) Legislative Advocacy Committee. The Legislative Advocacy Committee coordinates with state Representatives and Senators throughout the year for strategic meetings and discussions around the ongoing immigration needs of their constituents. Each year in the […]

Scott Hawranek partner at Messner Reeves LLP successfully obtained a U.S. patent for Syntervention, Inc., covering the company’s Swicker radiopaque surgical foam sponge, a medical device designed to reduce contamination risks and improve operating room efficiency. Syntervention, a North Carolina–based company focused on preventing contamination in medical procedures, developed the Swicker sponge to address challenges […]

Messner Reeves LLP is pleased to announce that Orange County Partner Scott Monroe was named in the 2025 edition of the OC500 Directory of Influence. Produced by the Orange County Business Journal, this annual publication celebrates the top influential leaders and innovators across a wide range of sectors in the Orange County business community. Inclusion […]

Messner Reeves LLP is pleased to announce the firm’s recognition in the 2026 U.S. News – Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms” list in six practice areas across Colorado, Las Vegas, Orange County, and Phoenix. This is the firm’s 16th year of recognition on this prestigious list. To be included on this distinguished list, firms must […]

Messner Reeves LLP was proud to support the Southern Nevada Association of Women Attorneys (SNAWA) Miriam Shearing Annual Gala, held September 11, 2025, by donating a gift basket for the silent auction. This annual event raises funds to support the SNAWA Foundation Scholarship Fund at Boyd Law School, as well as to honor the recipient […]