Atty. Stephen L. Waters

Atty. Stephen L. Waters

Stephen L. Waters attended Georgetown University prior to entering the University of Kansas School of Business, where he received a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration.

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Profile Summary

About Stephen L. Waters at a glance

Stephen L. Waters is a real estate and estate litigation attorney based in Denver, Colorado, practicing at Robinson Waters & O'Dorisio PC. Admitted to practice in Colorado, Colorado Bar Association. Educated at University of Missouri School of Law (Columbia) (J.D., 1971) and University of Kansas (B.S. Business Administration). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Real Estate (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026). Serands clients in Denver, CO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Stephen L. Waters attended Georgetown University prior to entering the University of Kansas School of Business, where he received a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration
  • After graduating from the University of Missouri School of Law, he served as a Deputy District Attorney in Denver until he accepted a position in the 9th Judicial District as the Chief Trial Deputy and Assistant District Attorney
  • In this capacity Mr. Waters tried every felony in the district and was the Deputy in charge of the Aspen office
  • He eventually accepted a position as an Assistant United States Attorney for the District of Colorado and remained in that capacity before he, Pete Robinson and fellow shareholder, John O’Dorisio, formed Robinson Waters & O’Dorisio, P.C
  • Mr. Waters’ practice is primarily centered in Denver, Colorado and the surrounding counties, but he has had significant trial experience in most of the western states
  • Mr. Waters continues to be actively involved in the federal defense bar and a portion of his practice is dedicated to white collar criminal defense
  • He is admitted to the Supreme Court of the United States, and he is an active member of the Colorado Trial Lawyer’s Association and the Colorado and Denver Bar Associations

Practice Areas Explained

Stephen L. Waters's Areas of Practice

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

Real Estate Law

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

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Estate & Trust Litigation

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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 Stephen L. Waters

Where is Stephen L. Waters's law office located?
Stephen L. Waters's law practice is located in Denver, Colorado. The firm is Robinson Waters & O'Dorisio PC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Stephen L. Waters handle?
Stephen L. Waters focuses on real estate, estate litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Colorado.
Where did Stephen L. Waters go to law school?
Stephen L. Waters earned their education at (J.D., 1971); (B.S. Business Administration).
How can I contact Stephen L. Waters for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Stephen L. Waters received?
Stephen L. Waters's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Real Estate; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:; Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation; Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Real Estate (Denver).

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
University of Missouri School of Law (Columbia)
- 1971
B.S. Business Administration
University of Kansas
- In Progress

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Real Estate
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Real Estate (Denver)
- 2023

Bar Admissions

Colorado, Colorado Bar Association

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