Western Colorado Law Firm
Founded in 1953, Balcomb & Green has developed into one of the
largest and most preeminent law firms in western Colorado.
Recognized nationally by US News, Balcomb & Green has been serving Colorado’s legal needs in the state and beyond for over 60 years. Our attorneys have substantial experience in Water Law, Business Law, Real Estate & Construction Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Injury & Malpractice, and Natural Resources & Environmental Law. Quite simply, we have the valuable perspective needed to provide solutions for the complexities our clients face. We understand what it’s like to be on the other side of the table and are committed to advancing our clients’ interests whether inside or outside the courtroom.
Balcomb & Green is a Colorado law firm with several locations for those seeking a local attorney. Our exceptional team works in Glenwood Springs, Aspen, Lamar, and Buena Vista, and represents people across the United States.
Those seeking local legal services are…
- Public agencies, businesses, or individual parties affected by water law issues
- Starting a business and in need of legal advice by a professional business lawyer
- Declaring bankruptcy or seeking bankruptcy protection
- Acquiring property or being involved in a property dispute
- Representing a government agency or business struggling with legal corporate services
- A defendant seeking a personal injury lawyer due to a motor vehicle accident
- Developing public or private land, dealing with easements or eminent domain
- Looking to understand natural resource ownership rights with regard to air, wind, light, water, soil, plants, animals, or underground minerals
- Buying and selling residential, commercial, farms, or ranches, including those with water rights. Also, obtaining entitlements through a land-use process, specifically in the jurisdictions of Garfield County, Glenwood Springs, New Castle, Rifle, Carbondale, and Eagle County.
Our Colorado water law practice is an area of great pride at Balcomb & Green. The late Ken “Blue” Balcomb served as General Counsel for the Colorado River Water Conservation District from the early 1960s until 1981, and in that role he argued and won three cases before the United States Supreme Court.
Corporate Services
Balcomb & Green’s Business attorneys effectively assist clients with diverse business and employment needs. Whether starting or purchasing a business, building or acquiring facilities or equipment, developing management policies and procedures, or working to comply with the rules and regulations in your industry, we will deliver solutions for your business needs.
Real Estate & Construction
Our real estate development and conservation practice group has comprehensive experience in almost every area of real estate and land use associated with personal, regional, and national projects. We represent individuals, developers, investors, public entities, and financial institutions in a broad range of real estate transactions and operations.
Commercial Litigation
Balcomb & Green’s litigation team tries cases on a frequent basis, achieving exceptional results. Our experience and reputation have enabled our clients to send a strong message that they are unshaken by the possibility of trial, while our broad range of experience gives us the ability to successfully present the most complicated cases to judges, juries, and mediators alike.
Natural Resources & Environment
Balcomb & Green, P.C. has a substantial natural resource law practice, and its attorneys have experience drafting surface-use agreements, assisting oil, gas, and mining transactions and operations, facilitating mineral leasing, handling mining claims, split estates, exploration and development agreements, and navigating and advising clients regarding zoning laws and regulations.
Injury & Malpractice
Established in 1953, Balcomb & Green provides exceptional service and representation for our personal injury and malpractice clients throughout their case. Our lawyers and staff deliver personal attention by listening, being accessible when you call, and responding to your needs. We’re dedicated to getting the best possible results for our clients and their families.
Wills, Trusts & Estates
Thoughtful planning is important to ensure that your assets will transfer to the people whom you choose, in the manner that you prefer, at the time that you want. Proper estate planning will help shield you and your family from taxes, expense and confusion. Our Estate Planning attorneys handle a variety of estate planning matters and help our clients achieve the maximum benefits provided by law.
Local Government Law
Balcomb & Green attorneys represent special districts, water conservancy districts, and local and state government agencies in land use, business, water law, natural resource and litigation matters. While many firms specialize in either local government or private party practice, Balcomb & Green attorneys understand the perspective from both sides.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long has your law firm been practicing?
As one of the most preeminent law firms in western Colorado, Glenwood Springs-based Balcomb and Green has continuously provided practical advice and solutions to our clients since 1953.
Do you only practice in Western Colorado?
We have historically practiced in every major river basin in Colorado. As a result, we have extensive experience in Colorado, Gunnison, Roaring Fork, San Miguel, South Platte, White, Yampa, Blue, Eagle, and Arkansas River Basins.
Why do I need a water rights attorney?
A nebulous and ever-changing legal and political environment surrounds most issues that arise regarding water supply and transfers, public and federal agency claims, reclamation, groundwater, quality, and a host of compliance-related topics. Any business, large or small, or government organization in Western Colorado that potentially faces a water rights concern needs experienced water-law counsel. Balcomb and Green in Glenwood Springs, Colorado, have provided strategies and counsel on all aspects of water rights since 1953.
Why should I put my trust in Balcomb and Green?
Our firm is proud to have several highly rated Martindale-Hubbell AV® and BV® rated licensed Colorado attorneys in-house. We are also pleased to have been recognized by US News as one of the Best Law Firms in the United States. Click here to learn more.
Are you only located in Glenwood Springs?
In addition to our legal services in Glenwood Springs, we have Aspen, Buena Vista, and Lamar locations.
Do you only serve water and water-rights law?
For over sixty years, we have been providing valuable legal services in Colorado to serve a diverse set of clients’ legal needs. Corporate Services and Business Law attorney, a Real Estate attorney, a Water Rights specialist, an Estate Planning attorney, or assistance with Commercial Litigation or Injury & Malpractice are all squarely in our purview. We also provide various legal services to select Local Governments and the Natural Resources extraction industry, including mineral title examinations.
How much is water worth?
A question that underscores the need for an experienced and dedicated water attorney. Every situation is nuanced, but water’s value depends on several factors such as location, historical consumption, priorities, and storage, just to mention a few. But like most things, they are generally worth what someone is willing to pay for them.
How long has your law firm been practicing?
As one of the most preeminent law firms in western Colorado, Glenwood Springs-based Balcomb and Green has continuously provided practical advice and solutions to our clients since 1953.
Do you only practice in Western Colorado?
We have historically practiced in every major river basin in Colorado. As a result, we have extensive experience in Colorado, Gunnison, Roaring Fork, San Miguel, South Platte, White, Yampa, Blue, Eagle, and Arkansas River Basins.
Why do I need a water rights attorney?
A nebulous and ever-changing legal and political environment surrounds most issues that arise regarding water supply and transfers, public and federal agency claims, reclamation, groundwater, quality, and a host of compliance-related topics. Any business, large or small, or government organization in Western Colorado that potentially faces a water rights concern needs experienced water-law counsel. Balcomb and Green in Glenwood Springs, Colorado, have provided strategies and counsel on all aspects of water rights since 1953.
Why should I put my trust in Balcomb and Green?
Our firm is proud to have several highly rated Martindale-Hubbell AV® and BV® rated licensed Colorado attorneys in-house. We are also pleased to have been recognized by US News as one of the Best Law Firms in the United States. Click here to learn more.
Are you only located in Glenwood Springs?
In addition to our legal services in Glenwood Springs, we have Aspen, Buena Vista, and Lamar locations.
Do you only serve water and water-rights law?
For over sixty years, we have been providing valuable legal services in Colorado to serve a diverse set of clients’ legal needs. Corporate Services and Business Law attorney, a Real Estate attorney, a Water Rights specialist, an Estate Planning attorney, or assistance with Commercial Litigation or Injury & Malpractice are all squarely in our purview. We also provide various legal services to select Local Governments and the Natural Resources extraction industry, including mineral title examinations.
How much is water worth?
A question that underscores the need for an experienced and dedicated water attorney. Every situation is nuanced, but water’s value depends on several factors such as location, historical consumption, priorities, and storage, just to mention a few. But like most things, they are generally worth what someone is willing to pay for them.