My Why

What powers my practice

I’ve always been drawn to exploring how different areas of law evolve and apply over time, and I find fulfillment in crafting creative, well-supported arguments that drive successful outcomes for clients. I approach each matter as both an advocate and an educator—committed to helping clients understand the legal landscape so they’re better equipped to navigate future challenges.

Overview

Patrick has 50 years of experience as a transactional and business attorney. His practice emphasizes federal and state securities law, corporate and partnership law, limited liability companies, taxation, and general business and commercial litigation.

He advises clients on public and private offerings, acquisitions, mergers, venture capital financing, stock transfer matters, and SEC reporting and enforcement matters. Patrick also counsels on corporate governance, entity structuring, tax planning, real estate transactions, contract negotiation, financing, employment and incentive plans, oil and gas matters, and the purchase and sale of businesses. In addition, he represents clients in commercial litigation, arbitration, mediation, and regulatory proceedings in both federal and state courts.

Earlier in his career, Patrick served as a part-time instructor of law at the University of Denver College of Law and as a part-time instructor of accounting at Metropolitan State College in Denver.

Experience

Solutions in action

Credentials

  • University of Denver, Master of Laws (LL.M.), Taxation, 1982
  • University of Denver, Juris Doctor (J.D.), 1974
  • University of Denver, Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), 1974
  • Stanford University, Master of Science (M.S.), Industrial Engineering, 1971
  • Stanford University, Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Industrial Engineering, 1971
  • Claremont McKenna College, Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Management Engineering, 1971

  • Colorado
  • Supreme Court of, Colorado
  • United States Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit
  • United States District Court, District of Colorado

  • Martindale-Hubbell® AV Preeminent Rated

Engagement

  • Member, American Bar Association
    • Corporation
    • Banking and Business Law
    • Real Property
    • Probate and Trusts
    • Taxation
  • Member, Colorado Bar Association
  • Member, Denver Bar Association