Atty. Tess Hand-Bender

Atty. Tess Hand-Bender

Tess Hand-Bender is a lawyer practicing litigation. Tess received a B.A. degree from Stanford University in 2005, and has been licensed for 16 years.

Denver Denver 16 yrs experience 16 year
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Profile Summary

About Tess Hand-Bender at a glance

Tess Hand-Bender is an Associate based in Denver, Colorado, practicing at Reilly LLP. They have 16+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2010. Their practice focuses on litigation. Admitted to practice in Colorado (2010), U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit (2011), and U.S. District Court for the District of Colorado (2012). Educated at University of California, Berkeley School of Law (J.D. Order, 2010) and Stanford University (B.A., 2005). Active member of Denver Bar Association, Colorado Bar Association, Colorado Women's Bar Association, GLBT Bar Association, American Bar Association, Faculty of Federal Advocates, Colorado Lawyers Committee. Serands clients in Denver, CO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Tess Hand-Bender is a lawyer practicing litigation
  • Tess received a B.A. degree from Stanford University in 2005, and has been licensed for 16 years
  • Tess practices at Reilly LLP in Denver, CO

Practice Areas Explained

Tess Hand-Bender's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Tess Hand-Bender handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

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 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 Tess Hand-Bender

Where is Tess Hand-Bender's law office located?
Tess Hand-Bender's law practice is located in Denver, Colorado. The firm is Reilly LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Tess Hand-Bender handle?
Tess Hand-Bender focuses on litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Colorado.
How long has Tess Hand-Bender practiced law?
Tess Hand-Bender has 16+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2010.
Where did Tess Hand-Bender go to law school?
Tess Hand-Bender earned their education at (J.D. Order, 2010); (B.A., 2005).
How can I contact Tess Hand-Bender for a consultation?
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D. Order
University of California, Berkeley School of Law
- 2010
B.A.
Stanford University
- 2005

Bar Admissions

Colorado
Admitted: 2010
U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit
Admitted: 2011
U.S. District Court for the District of Colorado
Admitted: 2012

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