Atty. Terence E. Doherty

Atty. Terence E. Doherty

Terence E. Doherty brings a hands-on business background to his legal practice, allowing him to provide practical and effective legal advice to business owners and managers.

Colorado Springs Colorado Springs 29 Years Experience 29 year
Call (719) 694-7083

Profile Summary

About Terence E. Doherty at a glance

Terence E. Doherty is a President based in Colorado Springs, Colorado, practicing at Doherty Law Firm, P.C.. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Their practice focuses on estate planning, business, real estate, ip, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Colorado (1997). Educated at Whittier Law School (J.D., 1997) and The University of Connecticut (B.A. Economics, 1989). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of El Paso County Bar Association American Bar Association Colorado Bar Association. Serves clients in Colorado Springs, CO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Terence E. Doherty brings a hands-on business background to his legal practice, allowing him to provide practical and effective legal advice to business owners and managers
  • His practice focuses on corporate and business law, real estate law, estate planning, litigation, and intellectual property
  • After founding the Doherty Law Firm, P.C. in 2006, Mr. Doherty has remained committed to delivering high-quality, cost-effective legal services tailored to the needs of his clients
  • Mr. Doherty earned his Bachelor of Arts in Economics from the University of Connecticut in 1989, where he also served as captain of the UConn Lacrosse Team
  • He went on to graduate from Whittier Law School in 1997, earning recognition as a member of both the National Moot Court Honors Board and the Law Review
  • Before establishing his private practice, Mr. Doherty held legal and leadership positions, including General Counsel and Chief Operating Officer of Symetrix Corporation
  • In addition to his legal career, Mr. Doherty has been recognized for his contributions to the community, earning the “Volunteer of the Year” award from the University of Colorado Small Business Development Center in 2010 and being voted a “Top Business Lawyer” from 2015 to 2024

Practice Areas Explained

Terence E. Doherty's Areas of Practice

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

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Business & Corporate Law

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

Terence E. Doherty is one of 452,854 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Colorado →

Real Estate Law

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

Terence E. Doherty is one of 286,061 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Colorado →

Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

Terence E. Doherty is one of 94,505 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Colorado →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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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 Colorado Springs 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Terence E. Doherty

Where is Terence E. Doherty's law office located?
Terence E. Doherty's law practice is located in Colorado Springs, Colorado. The firm is Doherty Law Firm, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Terence E. Doherty handle?
Terence E. Doherty focuses on estate planning, business, real estate, ip, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Colorado.
How long has Terence E. Doherty practiced law?
Terence E. Doherty has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
Where did Terence E. Doherty go to law school?
Terence E. Doherty earned their education at (J.D., 1997); (B.A. Economics, 1989).
How can I contact Terence E. Doherty for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Terence E. Doherty received?
Terence E. Doherty's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Whittier Law School
- 1997
B.A. Economics
The University of Connecticut
- 1989

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Colorado
Admitted: 1997

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