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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:

  1. Enhancing the skills, effectiveness, and professionalism of Colorado defense lawyers;
  2. Anticipating and addressing, where possible, issues significant to the defense of civil matters and the civil justice system;
  3. 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;
  4. 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;
  5. Improving the civil justice system and the legal profession; and
  6. Developing collegiality and camaraderie among members of the organization.

(November, 2002)

Upcoming Events

10 Things I Hate About You

February 26, 2025, 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
This session will bring together auditors and timekeepers to explore the most common pitfalls and friction points in the legal bill audit process.
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Get psyched for Jury Selection: Tips from a practitioner about finding your panel

February 27, 2025, 12:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Kellie Janke, M.A., Director of Jury Consulting at Magna Legal Services
Ashley R. Larson, Sutton-Booker
Jen Friedberg, American Family
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The Reasonableness and Necessity of Radiofrequency Ablations Presented by: George V. Schakaraschwili, M.D.

March 4, 2025, 12:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Dr. Schakaraschwili, will discuss the reasonableness and necessity of Radio Frequency Ablations and how to defend the “Requests for Life”. He will also review the efficacy ESI and other injections commonly seen in W.C. treatment and in bodily injury claims. He will review the medical treatment guidelines addressing these modalities.
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Legal Writing Composition 101 – How to Get Past Blank Screen Paralysis to Begin Your Project – Basic Techniques Presented by: Marilyn Chappell, Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani, LLP Brendan Powers, Spies Powers & Robinson

March 6, 2025, 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
How do you get past that feeling of paralysis when facing your blank computer screen to begin a new project? This CLE will provide you with the basic tools needed to compose your projects in practical, ethical ways that produce the most persuasive work product.
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Limiting Non-Economic Damages LaMar Jost, Wheeler Trigg O'Donnell LLP Michael Mirabella, Campbell Killin Brittan & Ray Kirk Whitehead, Martinez, Dieterich & Zarcone Legal Group

March 11, 2025, 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
The CLE will focus on strategies to limit non-economic damages in tort cases. Topics include anchoring and how to combat this common practice by plaintiffs' counsel; non-capped damages; addressing especially likable and sympathetic plaintiffs; and carving out impairment from non-economic damages. The training will also include an update on recent changes in the cap for non-economic damages in Colorado
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Employees have the POWR –Employer Obligations Under the POWR Act Dana Dobbins Joseph Robertson Holland & Hart

March 18, 2025, 12:00 AM - 1:00 PM
The Colorado POWR act, which took effect in 2023, strengthened employee protections against workplace discrimination and harassment, created new conditions for nondisclosure agreements, and imposed other requirements on employers. Dana and Joseph will discuss employers’ obligations under the relatively new law, including ways to mitigate risk.

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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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2025 CDLA Trial Academy! Motor Vehicle Accident, April 3-5, 2025

April 3, 2025, 8:00 AM
through April 5, 2025,
Practicum organized by:
Gregg Rich, Coombe Curry Rich & Jarvis
Limited to 18 participants
Applied for 29 hours+ 1 Ethics credit.
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Legal Writing Composition 201 – How to Get Past Blank Screen Paralysis to Improve Your New Project – Advanced Techniques Presented by: Marilyn Chappell, Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani, LLP Brendan Powers, Spies Powers & Robinson

April 8, 2025, 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
How do you get past that feeling of paralysis when facing your computer screen to try to improve upon a new project? This CLE will provide you with advanced composition and editing tools necessary to persuasive ethical legal writing.
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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,
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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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