Courtney Shephard, Energy Attorney in Denver, Colorado
focused on Energy and Environmental
Denver, CO
Trusted energy attorney serving Denver.
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Courtney Shephard is an attorney based in Denver, COLORADO. The practice focuses on Energy and Environmental.
- Based in
- Denver, COLORADO
- Experience
- attorney
- Known for
- Energy · Environmental
- Handles Energy and Environmental matters from Denver, COLORADO.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Energy Law (2026).
About Courtney Shephard: Courtney Shephard is an attorney based in Denver, COLORADO. The practice focuses on Energy and Environmental.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Courtney Shephard
Courtney concentrates on energy and environmental. Each area below outlines the kind of case Courtney handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Energy cases in Denver, Colorado
Courtney takes energy matters in Denver, Colorado. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Courtney agrees to represent you.
Environmental cases in Denver, Colorado
Courtney takes environmental matters in Denver, Colorado. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Courtney agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Courtney Shephard — Attorney of Colorado energy experience
Courtney Shephard is an attorney based in Denver, COLORADO. The practice focuses on Energy and Environmental.
Natural resources attorney focused on public lands, energy and water. Emerging leader in energy and water law in Colorado.
Bringing deep insights on federal energy and climate policy, Courtney Shephard counsels energy companies operating on federal lands on compliance with federal environmental laws and regulations, including the National Environmental Policy Act and the Endangered Species Act. She also advises on water supplies and water-related infrastructure projects and represents clients in Colorado water court proceedings. Along with her expertise in state water issues, Courtney has experience handling federal administrative appeals within the Bureau of Land Management, the Office of Natural Resources Revenue and the Interior Board of Land Appeals.
An emerging thought leader among peers, Courtney draws on her multifaceted experience to develop creative solutions for her clients. Courtney co-taught interdisciplinary climate change economics and policy courses as a visiting instructor at Colorado College in the 2018-2019 academic year, and has guest lectured on state water law and policy. She also has prior consulting and research experience in environmental law and policy and greenhouse gas emissions. Prior to Brownstein, she worked at two Denver-area law firms focusing on natural resources law.
Working with Courtney on a energy matter
Natural resources attorney focused on public lands, energy and water. Emerging leader in energy and water law in Colorado. Bringing deep insights on federal energy and climate policy, Courtney Shephard counsels energy companies operating on federal lands on compliance with federal environmental laws and regulations, including the National Environmental Policy Act and the Endangered Species Act.…
Clients Courtney works with
Courtney reviews new inquiries case-by-case for energy and environmental matters in Denver and the surrounding Colorado area.
Credentials
Courtney Shephard's legal education and bar admissions
University of Colorado at Boulder
J.D. · 2014
Courtney studied at J.D. in University of Colorado at Boulder.
Law school and academic background
Courtney completed J.D. in University of Colorado at Boulder. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Courtney runs in Colorado is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Courtney Shephard
Courtney has received 2 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Energy Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Environmental Law
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Energy Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Environmental Law (2026).
Locations
Courtney Shephard's office in Denver
Courtney's primary office is at 1144 Fifteenth Street, Suite 3300, Denver, Colorado, 80202. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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Schedule your consultationHiring guide
How to hire Courtney Shephard — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new energy attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Courtney usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Courtney charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Courtney's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Courtney will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a energy attorney in Denver, Colorado
A short list to run through before you commit: How many energy matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Courtney
Courtney discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in energy practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every energy matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Courtney confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Courtney's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many energy practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Courtney Shephard
How much does it cost to hire Courtney for a energy case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Courtney walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Courtney offer a free consultation?
Courtney charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Courtney's office. Some energy attorneys offer free consults — check Courtney's current terms during booking.
How long do energy cases in Colorado typically take?
Simple energy matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Courtney gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Courtney take my case if I'm outside Denver?
Courtney is licensed in Colorado. Matters governed by Colorado law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Courtney will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Courtney?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Courtney will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Courtney accepting new energy clients right now?
Courtney's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Energy attorneys serving Denver, Colorado Springs and Boulder in Colorado
Courtney handles energy matters throughout Colorado. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified energy attorneys in that community.
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