The world of patent protection is complex and detailed, with many people needing clarification about the level and length of protection, the expense, and more. At a minimum, the idea of a patent is simple: for a set period, a U.S. patent protects inventions from being made, used, or sold without the inventor’s permission in […]
By Alyson Jaen, In business, you should never underestimate the nuances of negotiation skills. And that’s especially true in highly regulated industries like cannabis, which has its own set of unique challenges. Messner Reeves Of Counsel Alyson Jaen shares three essential soft skills to master for winning key negotiations. Let’s make a deal: How cannabis […]
By Amber L. Blasingame, Partner, Messner Reeves LLP “’Will you walk into my parlour?’ said the spider to the fly.” ~Mary Howitt As of November 1, 2023, all employers must use the latest “shorten[ed]” version of the Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification, edition date August 1, 2023, promoted by US Citizenship and Immigration Services “to […]
Messner Reeves LLP is proud to announce that for the 14th consecutive year, we have been recognized in the 2024 U.S. News – Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms” list regionally in six practice areas. Firms included in this list are recognized for professional excellence with persistently impressive ratings from clients and peers. Achieving a tiered […]
Messner Reeves LLP’s litigation team has a wealth of complex civil and commercial litigation expertise. Still, beyond experience, reputation, and accolades, finding a legal team in tune with your company’s culture, mission, and methodology is essential. Choosing the right litigation team is crucial to obtaining the best possible outcome in a corporate lawsuit and preventing […]
Environmental assessments are one of the many tedious but necessary components of a corporate real estate transaction, helping companies avoid stepping blindly into a costly environmental clean-up. They also help them make more informed decisions about property development and usage. However, one of the often overlooked benefits of these assessments is their ability to protect […]
Messner Reeves LLP knows that the risk of litigation is always a concern for healthcare organizations, as companies strive to nimbly adapt to changes in state, local and federal regulations across the industry as well as maintain stringent policies and guidelines protecting employees, patients and the company. Non-compliance with rules of the Health Insurance Portability […]
Messner Reeves LLP is hosting an exclusive hiring event on Tuesday, September 19th, targeted to fill professional opportunities within our Colorado locations. If you know of anyone who might be interested in exploring our firm, current openings, and learning about why our culture sets us apart from others, please pass this email along. Information about […]
A business succession plan can become fairly complex. Every successful plan will address three fundamental issues—who, what, and when. While the who and the what are critical, handling the when will require the right short- and long-term plans. By Stephen K. Lehnardt Private Client Services Attorney Two Plans For most business owner’s the most satisfying […]
On January 23, 2023, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services agency (USCIS) released a new long-term strategic plan outlining a three-year roadmap aimed at boosting the entire agency’s efficiency and efficacy. While two of the plan’s three main goals focus on beefing up much-needed staffing, technology, and workflow improvements in multiple areas, it’s the larger […]
Messner Reeves is honored to support the Colorado Hispanic Bar Association’s efforts in supporting Hispanic interests and issues in the legal profession by attending and donating to their annual En el Jardin banquet and silent auction. This year’s banquet and auction were held on August 12th at the Denver Botanic Gardens. Messner Reeves partner Bruce […]
We are excited to announce that 10 Messner Reeves lawyers have been included in the 2024 edition of Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America. Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America recognizes associates and other lawyers who are earlier in their careers for their outstanding professional excellence in private practice in the United States. […]
