Our Mission
The Colorado Defense Lawyers Association is a nonprofit association that exists to support and serve the interests of lawyers principally involved in the defense of civil litigation. As a group of legal professionals who strive to provide superior and balanced service to their clients, we are committed to the following:
- Enhancing the skills, effectiveness, and professionalism of Colorado defense lawyers;
- Anticipating and addressing, where possible, issues significant to the defense of civil matters and the civil justice system;
- Promoting among all lawyers involved in civil litigation the highest standards of professionalism, civility, and courtesy in the conduct of trials and related proceedings, while promoting an appreciation of the role of the defense lawyer;
- Encouraging and promoting better communication and relations between lawyers engaged in the defense of civil cases and the people, entities, and judges involved in civil litigation;
- Improving the civil justice system and the legal profession; and
- Developing collegiality and camaraderie among members of the organization.
(November, 2002)
Upcoming Events
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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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,
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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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