
Kelly N. Matthews, Business Attorney in Denver, Colorado
Over 28 years of legal practice · focused on Business and General
ShareholderatRobinson Waters & O'Dorisio, P.C.
Denver, CO
Practicing business in Denver since 1998.
- 28+
- Years practicing
- 1
- Bar admission
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Kelly N. Matthews is a shareholder based in Denver, CO. The practice focuses on Business and General. Kelly has over 28 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Robinson Waters & O'Dorisio, P.C..
- Based in
- Denver, CO
- Experience
- over 28 years
- Known for
- Business · General
- Handles Business and General matters from Denver, CO.
- Over 28 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Kelly N. Matthews: Kelly N. Matthews is a shareholder based in Denver, CO. The practice focuses on Business and General. Kelly has over 28 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Robinson Waters & O'Dorisio, P.C..
Areas of practice
Legal matters Kelly takes on
Kelly concentrates on business and general. Each area below outlines the kind of case Kelly handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business cases in Denver, Colorado
Kelly takes business 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 Kelly agrees to represent you.
General cases in Denver, Colorado
Kelly takes general 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 Kelly agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Kelly N. Matthews — business lawyer in Denver
Kelly N. Matthews is a shareholder based in Denver, CO. The practice focuses on Business and General. Kelly has over 28 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Robinson Waters & O'Dorisio, P.C..
Kelly Matthews focuses her practice in the areas of general corporate and commercial law – with an emphasis on banking and credit finance transactions, venture capital and angel financing transactions and representation of privately held companies (for-profit and non-profit). Kelly’s banking and credit financing practice includes representation of banks and other lender clients in commercial lending transactions, acquisition financing and debt restructuring as well as representation of borrower clients in various financing transactions. Kelly’s general corporate and emerging technology practice includes serving as strategic counsel to privately held companies, with a focus on capital raising, business operations and corporate governance matters. Kelly also serves as investor counsel in preferred stock and convertible debt financing transactions.
How Kelly handles business matters
Kelly Matthews focuses her practice in the areas of general corporate and commercial law – with an emphasis on banking and credit finance transactions, venture capital and angel financing transactions and representation of privately held companies (for-profit and non-profit). Kelly’s banking and credit financing practice includes representation of banks and other lender clients in commercial…
The kind of cases Kelly takes
Kelly reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business and general matters in Denver and the surrounding Colorado area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Colorado at Boulder
J.D. · 1998
Stanford University
B.A. Economics · 1993
Jurisdictions
Kelly's state bar admissions
Colorado
1998 · ACTIVE
Kelly studied at J.D. in University of Colorado at Boulder and B.A. Economics in Stanford University.
Law school and academic background
Kelly completed J.D. in University of Colorado at Boulder and B.A. Economics in Stanford University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Kelly runs in Colorado is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Kelly's professional memberships and bar associations
Colorado Bar Association (including its Business Law Section), Denver Bar Association, American Bar Association
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Locations
Kelly N. Matthews's office in Denver
Kelly's primary office is at 1099 18th Street, Suite 2600, Denver, CO, 80202-1926. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Robinson Waters & O'Dorisio, P.C.
1099 18th Street, Suite 2600
Denver, CO 80202-1926
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How to hire Kelly N. Matthews — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Kelly usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Kelly charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kelly'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; Kelly will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Denver, Colorado
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business 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 Kelly
Kelly discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business 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. Kelly confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Kelly's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Kelly N. Matthews
How much does it cost to hire Kelly for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Kelly walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Kelly offer a free consultation?
Kelly charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kelly's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Kelly's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in Colorado typically take?
Simple business 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. Kelly gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Kelly take my case if I'm outside Denver?
Kelly 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 — Kelly 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 Kelly?
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. Kelly will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Kelly accepting new business clients right now?
Kelly's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Business attorneys serving Denver, Colorado Springs and Boulder in Colorado
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