Atty. Norman Brownstein

Atty. Norman Brownstein

Chairman Norman Brownstein has earned the respect and trust of leaders on both sides of the aisle, which is why U.S. Senators Ted Kennedy and Hank Brown honored him with the title of "America's 101st Senator." Mr.

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Profile Summary

About Norman Brownstein at a glance

Norman Brownstein is a government attorney based in Denver, Colorado, practicing at Brownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck LLP. Admitted to practice in Colorado, Colorado Bar Association. Educated at University of Colorado at Boulder (J.D., 1968). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Government Relations Practice (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law (2026). Serands clients in Denver, CO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Chairman Norman Brownstein has earned the respect and trust of leaders on both sides of the aisle, which is why U.S
  • Senators Ted Kennedy and Hank Brown honored him with the title of "America's 101st Senator
  • Mr. Brownstein opened a government relations office in Washington, D.C. in 1995
  • The team initially consisted of two policy professionals and a couple of sublet cubicles
  • Subsequently, the organization has grown into one of the largest, most successful bipartisan government relations practices in the U.S
  • Mr. Brownstein has impacted our Nation’s public policy for over four decades
  • The D.C. office’s success can be credited to his passion for political advocacy and his relentless pursuit of solutions to clients’ problems
  • Chairman Brownstein has been instrumental in the passage of numerous federal laws spanning six administrations
  • Chairman Brownstein was politically engaged long before his multistate, multidisciplinary law firm set up shop in D.C
  • In the early ‘90s, he was instrumental in obtaining federal funding for the construction of the Denver International Airport, and could often be found on Capitol Hill advocating for pro-Israel causes
  • Within a year of establishing the D.C. office, Mr. Brownstein was utilizing his prior experience to help the cable industry achieve a major victory in the 1996 Telecommunications Act, a bill that created the framework for our modern Internet and broadband economy
  • Those early victories established Chairman Brownstein and the firm as a major force among national law firms with government relations practices
  • Today, Brownstein is consistently ranked as one of the nation’s leading lobbying and government relations practice with 275 lawyers and policy professionals in our offices around the country
  • From these modest beginnings, Mr. Brownstein continues to advocate with the same zeal as he did upon founding the firm, partnering with companies and organizations to plan and execute their public policy goals

Practice Areas Explained

Norman Brownstein's Areas of Practice

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

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

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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 Denver 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 Norman Brownstein

Where is Norman Brownstein's law office located?
Norman Brownstein's law practice is located in Denver, Colorado. The firm is Brownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Norman Brownstein handle?
Norman Brownstein focuses on government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Colorado.
Where did Norman Brownstein go to law school?
Norman Brownstein earned their education at (J.D., 1968).
How can I contact Norman Brownstein for a consultation?
You can contact Norman Brownstein directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Norman Brownstein received?
Norman Brownstein's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Government Relations Practice; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:; Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law; Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:; Best Lawyers in America — COVID-19.

Education

J.D.
University of Colorado at Boulder
- 1968

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Government Relations Practice
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — COVID-19
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Financial Services
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Government Relations
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Media
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Telecommunications
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Government Relations Practice (Denver)
- 2016

Bar Admissions

Colorado, Colorado Bar Association

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