About CDLA

CDLA is a statewide organization that is nearly 800 members strong, is dedicated to the defense of civil actions and the promotion of fairness and integrity in the civil justice system.

The organization is comprised of attorneys who defend the interests of business and individuals in civil litigation. CDLA members benefit from access to resources and tools for legal professionals who strive to provide superior and balanced service to their clients. CDLA is host to five substantive committees whose focus is to develop ongoing and critical dialogue about areas of practice.

Some of our membership benefits include:

Resources and tools to help grow your practice
Access to listserves, including archival post search
CLE seminars covering a variety of relevant, current topics
Annual conferences
Webcasts
Network with 790+ like-minded defense practitioners.

CDLA has served the defense bar for over 30 years and focuses on five main goals:

Education: Teach and develop our members in order to improve the skills of the defense law practitioner.
Justice: Strive for improvement in the civil justice system.
Balance: Act as a counterpoint to the plaintiff's bar and seek balance in the minds of potential jurors and on all fields where disputes are resolved in the justice system.
Economics: Assist members in dealing with the economic realities of the defense law practice, including the competitive legal marketplace.
Professionalism and Service: Urge members to practice ethically and responsibly, extending beyond the interest of the client to the good of society as a whole.

Upcoming Events

Fear vs GEICO - WEBINAR

February 10, 2025, 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Discussion topics include the factual and procedural background to Fear, the decision itself, how plaintiffs’ attorneys are already taking advantage of the decision and how they otherwise might do so, how carriers and counsel can respond, other practical impacts on claims and litigation, and unanswered and newly raised legal questions
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Gender and Pronouns in the Legal Practice Presenters: Honorable.Ted Tow (he/him), Colorado Court of Appeals and Hayden DePorter (they/them), HKM

February 11, 2025, 12:00 AM - 1:00 PM
I. The learning objectives of the presentation encompass the following:
a. Terminology
b. The Requirements of the Colorado Anti-Discrimination Act
c. The Ethical Obligations of Rule of Professional Conduct 8.4
d. How to appropriately handle the topic in practice
e. Gender in legal writing

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Get psyched for Jury Selection: Tips from a practitioner about finding your panel

February 27, 2025, 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Ashley R. Larson, Sutton-Booker
Jen Friedberg, American Family
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Deposition Skills Boot Camp, Learning by Doing - Sponsored by Pike Reporting

March 21, 2025, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Hone your deposition skills with our hands-on program! Practice with live court reporters, master persuasive techniques, and get tailored feedback in an interactive, small-group setting. Limited to 12 participants for a personalized learning experience.
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Golf Tournament - Ironbridge Golf Club

July 31, 2025, 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Get ready for a day of camaraderie, competition, and breathtaking scenery! Our annual CDLA golf outing is scheduled for Thursday, July 31, 2025, at the stunning Ironbridge Golf Club in Glenwood Springs
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2025 Annual Conference - July 31-Aug 2 - Book your room now at the host hotel, Viewline Resort

July 31, 2025, 5:30 PM
through August 2, 2025,
Book your room here!

Limelight Snowmass - 2025 Conference - July 31-Aug 2, 2025 You have to call to make reservations - 855-369-2460 Group Name: CDLA 2025 Annual Conference

July 31, 2025, 5:30 PM
through August 2, 2025,

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