Atty. Susan Bernhardt
Susan Bernhardt is a lawyer practicing ethics & professional responsibility, arbitration, mediation and 1 other area of law. Susan received a B.A. degree from Swarthmore College in 1983, and has been licensed for 40 years.
Arbitration & More Attorney · Serving Denver, CO · 40+ Years Experience
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About Susan Bernhardt at a Glance
Susan Bernhardt is a business, litigation, and adr attorney based in Denver, Colorado. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Admitted to practice in California (1986), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Colorado (1986), U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1986), and Colorado (1991). Educated at Stanford Law School (J.D., 1986) and Swarthmore College (B.A., 1983). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Denver, CO and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Susan Bernhardt
- Susan Bernhardt is a lawyer practicing ethics & professional responsibility, arbitration, mediation and 1 other area of law
- Susan received a B.A. degree from Swarthmore College in 1983, and has been licensed for 40 years
- Susan practices in Denver, CO
Practice Areas Explained
Susan Bernhardt's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Susan Bernhardt handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Denver.
Business & Corporate Law in Denver
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Susan Bernhardt is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Colorado →
Civil Litigation in Denver
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Susan Bernhardt is one of 450,750 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Colorado →
Mediation & Arbitration in Denver
Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.
Susan Bernhardt is one of 73,315 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in Colorado →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Denver
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 venue, 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.
Denver Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Denver-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Denver Choose Susan Bernhardt
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Susan Bernhardt's practice in the field of business, litigation, and adr.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Susan Bernhardt brings 40+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in California, U.S. District Court, Northern District of Colorado, and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit, Susan Bernhardt can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, litigation, and adr, Susan Bernhardt can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Denver
A Denver-based practice means Susan Bernhardt attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Susan Bernhardt Handles in Denver
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Susan Bernhardt has experience with under Colorado law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Susan Bernhardt directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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