Atty. Matthew A. Athey

Atty. Matthew A. Athey

Matthew A. Athey is a shareholder at Jorgensen, Brownell & Pepin, P.C.

Longmont Longmont 13 yrs experience 13 year
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Profile Summary

About Matthew A. Athey at a glance

Matthew A. Athey is a Shareholder based in Longmont, Colorado, practicing at Jorgensen Brownell & Pepin, P.C.. They have 13+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2013. Their practice focuses on business and real estate. Admitted to practice in Colorado (2013). Educated at Barry University School of Law (J.D., 2012) and University of Nebraska at Kearney (B.A., 2009). Serands clients in Longmont, CO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Matthew A. Athey is a shareholder at Jorgensen, Brownell & Pepin, P.C
  • He is a real estate, business, and construction lawyer licensed to practice in Colorado state courts and the U.S
  • District Court of Colorado
  • He drafts and negotiates contracts from simple real estate sales to multimillion-dollar asset purchase agreements
  • He is also a leading landlord-tenant attorney in northern Colorado
  • He drafts commercial and residential leases, represents clients in eviction proceedings, and advises HUD landlords
  • He represents owners, generals, and subcontractors in complex construction litigation
  • Mr. Athey also practices oil and gas law
  • Because much of his work involves helping clients navigate state regulatory systems, Mr. Athey is also well equipped to handle administrative law matters
  • Whether your matter involves a DORA or CDLE Complaint, a DMV hearing or appeal, or a local land-use hearing with city or county commissioners, Mr. Athey can provide practical advice and strong legal representation
  • In addition to his practice of law, Mr. Athey has been a National Business Institute faculty member teaching construction law continuing legal education courses, as well as landlord/tenant classes
  • Mr. Athey never loses sight of his client’s goals
  • Whether he is arguing in the courtroom, advising a corporate board, or inspecting a job site, Mr. Athey remains detail-oriented with a customized strategy for each client
  • His ability to effectively represent clients in negotiations, mediations, arbitrations, and in the courtroom is based upon strong client communication and sound legal advice
  • When he is not working, Mr. Athey enjoys spending time outdoors with his family
  • He especially loves to hike, camp, and fish
  • Awards & Accolades • Super Lawyers Rising Star, 2019, 2023 • Sandy Carr Award, 2016 • Honors Certificate in Environmental Law, 2012 • AVVO rating 9.1 Speaking Engagement • March 14, 2018: Longmont Landlord Training Alliance, Impact of the New Tax Law on Landlords • October 24, 2022: National Business Institute, Colorado Construction Law From Start to Finish • December 11, 2017: National Business Institute, Construction Law: Advanced Issues and Answers Professional Associations & Memberships • Colorado Bar Association • Larimer County Bar Association • Weld County Bar Association • Weld County Legal Services, Ask-An-Attorney Volunteer • Boulder County Legal Night, Ask-An-Attorney Volunteer

Practice Areas Explained

Matthew A. Athey's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Matthew A. Athey handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Colorado

Practicing law in Colorado. Legal matters in Colorado are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Longmont are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Colorado state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Colorado brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Colorado courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Matthew A. Athey

Where is Matthew A. Athey's law office located?
Matthew A. Athey's law practice is located in Longmont, Colorado. The firm is Jorgensen Brownell & Pepin, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Matthew A. Athey handle?
Matthew A. Athey focuses on business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Colorado.
How long has Matthew A. Athey practiced law?
Matthew A. Athey has 13+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2013.
Where did Matthew A. Athey go to law school?
Matthew A. Athey earned their education at (J.D., 2012); (B.A., 2009).
How can I contact Matthew A. Athey for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Barry University School of Law
- 2012
B.A.
University of Nebraska at Kearney
- 2009

Bar Admissions

Colorado
Admitted: 2013

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