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Holland & Hart LLP

Litigation: Appellate

USA Guide 2026 : Colorado


Holland & Hart LLP

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From startups to Fortune 500 companies, clients turn to Holland & Hart’s fearless advocates to handle contentious commercial disputes in any forum.

Respected by judges and adversaries, our litigators are regarded as creative strategists and fair, effective advocates, equally at home in a courtroom, mediation, or arbitration setting. 

We’re not focused on generating repeat litigation business. Instead, we draw on our knowledge of clients’ business, industry, and pain points to help proactively manage commercial issues upfront, and whenever possible prevent issues from escalating. 

We relish the challenge of going to court and excel in delivering results aligned with our clients’ business and financial priorities. Working collaboratively with in-house teams, we evaluate risks, operational burdens, and the cost of pursuing litigation. Then, we develop a strategic plan with the goal of minimizing economic impact, operational disruption, and stress, so clients can stay focused on their business.

Clients benefit from the research-backed guidance on jury selection and decision-making, witness preparation, and case strategy provided by our in-house trial consultants at Persuasion Strategies

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Litigation: Appellate - Colorado


What the Team is Known For

Holland & Hart LLP is a full-service firm that handles a wide range of complex commercial litigation and is noted for work in antitrust, securities, energy disputes and intellectual property. The team maintains a national client base, including companies from the technology and energy sectors.

Strengths

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  • The responsiveness of the Holland & Hart team has consistently been exceptional, and this is clearly embedded in the firm's culture.

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  • The major strength that distinguishes Holland & Hart is no need for oversight. We inherently trust Holland & Hart to manage the issues and the firm knows when to elevate an issue to us.

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  • The firm has a very good understanding of our business, which is core to providing good legal advice.

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  • Holland & Hart's bench strength sets it apart from many firms. The firm has the depth of knowledge, experience and relationships to find the best possible outcome in complicated situations.

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  • The firm has an excellent, diversified team of expertise, which is helpful for clients. Its knowledge within Colorado is excellent.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Christopher Jackson
    Band 1Christopher Jackson

    Christopher Jackson

    Christopher Jackson is a highly regarded appellate attorney and cochair of Holland & Hart's appellate practice group. He has experience in both criminal and commercial cases.

    • Chris is a smart, kind and thoughtful person who makes you feel heard. He is prepared and can thoroughly answer questions, and he takes feedback to heart.

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    • Christopher is great. He's a very good and very smart lawyer who has been around long enough to be seen as a really solid appellate lawyer.

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    • He is a routine figure in the appellate space.

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    • Chris is incredibly smart and responds to questions by referencing specific case law. He took the time to understand a complex area of law and business and it was clear he could convey the issues.

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    • Chris is an impressive guy.

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  • Band 1Gregory E Goldberg
    Band 1Gregory E Goldberg

    Gregory E Goldberg

    Gregory Goldberg defends companies and individuals in government investigations by grand juries, the US Attorney's Offices, the Department of Justice, including the Tax Division, and federal and state agencies.
    • Greg has provided strong legal guidance and strategic counsel on complex matters. He has developed deep expertise and is regarded as a trusted legal adviser across a wide range of regulatory issues.

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    • Greg is an amazing lawyer.

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    • Greg is at the top of the field for white-collar matters. His demeanor is calm and thoughtful, which serves his clients well and he has a breadth of experience in all kinds of different matters.

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    • Greg is a seasoned litigator. He communicates well and is very well respected by governmental attorneys. He is also empathetic in dealing with clients.

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    • Gregory has extensive knowledge and experience.

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  • Band 1Stephen Masciocchi
    Band 1Stephen Masciocchi

    Stephen Masciocchi

    Stephen Masciocchi has extensive experience in high stakes class actions and appellate litigation. He primarily assists clients with federal and state appeals and class actions.

    • Stephen has a great reputation and deservedly so.

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    • Steve is definitely a prominent member of the appellate Bar.

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  • Band 3Craig Stewart
    Band 3Craig Stewart

    Craig Stewart

    Craig Stewart acts for clients in a range of matters, including data breach and lawyer professional liability litigation. He also has extensive trial experience in state and federal courts and administrative tribunals.
    • Craig has a fabulous reputation.

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  • Band 4Katie Varholak
    Band 4Katie Varholak

    Katie Varholak

    Katie Varholak is highlighted for her expert representation of clients in complex fiduciary disputes, insurance recovery and trusts and estate controversies. Her expertise spans the real estate, construction and entertainment sectors.
    • Katie's briefing and the depth she can get into on legal issues is amazing.

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    • Katie is an excellent lawyer. She fully understands our business and provides practical and timely advice.

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  • Band 4Melissa Reagan
    Band 4Melissa Reagan

    Melissa Reagan

    Melissa Reagan is recognized for her adept representation of corporate clients in the technology and telecommunications sectors.

    • Melissa knows all my deadlines and she's fantastically responsive. She's very quickly able to adapt and change too when things come up, she makes my job easier.

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    • Melissa is practical, business-oriented and efficient.

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    • Melissa is always available and provides company-specific guidance on litigation. She has grown to fully understand our business and the key risks we face.

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  • Up and ComingJessica Smith
    Up and ComingJessica Smith

    Jessica Smith

    Jessica Smith's litigation experience spans a range of complex commercial disputes as well as First Amendment matters.

    • Jessica is an extraordinary attorney who is great on her feet in court.

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    • Jessica is an outstanding trial attorney. She can seamlessly lead a sophisticated trial strategy, always prepared to appropriately adjust as necessary.

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