Matthew B. "Matt" Crookston, IP Attorney in Denver, Colorado
focused on IP and Real Estate
Denver, CO
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Matthew B. "Matt" Crookston is an attorney based in Denver, COLORADO. The practice focuses on IP and Real Estate.
- Based in
- Denver, COLORADO
- Experience
- attorney
- Known for
- IP · Real Estate
- Handles IP and Real Estate matters from Denver, COLORADO.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Intellectual Property Law (2026).
About Matthew B. "Matt" Crookston: Matthew B. "Matt" Crookston is an attorney based in Denver, COLORADO. The practice focuses on IP and Real Estate.
Areas of practice
Matthew's practice areas in Denver
Matthew concentrates on ip and real estate. Each area below outlines the kind of case Matthew handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
IP cases in Denver, Colorado
Matthew takes ip 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 Matthew agrees to represent you.
Real Estate cases in Denver, Colorado
Matthew takes real estate 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 Matthew agrees to represent you.
Biography
Matthew B. "Matt" Crookston, ip attorney serving Denver
Matthew B. "Matt" Crookston is an attorney based in Denver, COLORADO. The practice focuses on IP and Real Estate. Matthew works from Denver, Colorado and takes on ip matters across the region.
Matthew B. Crookston is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Intellectual Property Law and Patent Law.
Matthew B., who practices law in Denver, Colorado, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Matthew B. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
How Matthew handles ip matters
Matthew B. Crookston is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Intellectual Property Law and Patent Law. Matthew B., who practices law in Denver, Colorado, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Matthew B. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice…
Who Matthew represents
Matthew reviews new inquiries case-by-case for ip and real estate matters in Denver and the surrounding Colorado area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Matthew studied and practices
Brigham Young University
J.D. · 2012
Matthew studied at J.D. in Brigham Young University.
Law school and academic background
Matthew completed J.D. in Brigham Young University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Matthew runs in Colorado is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Matthew's legal honors and published work
Matthew has received 2 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Intellectual Property Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Patent Law
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Intellectual Property Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Patent Law (2026).
Locations
Matthew B. "Matt" Crookston's office in Denver
Matthew's primary office is at 1400 Wewatta Street, Suite 600, Denver, Colorado, 80202. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Matthew B. "Matt" Crookston — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new ip attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Matthew usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Matthew charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Matthew'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; Matthew will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a ip attorney in Denver, Colorado
A short list to run through before you commit: How many ip 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 Matthew
Matthew discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in ip practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every ip 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. Matthew confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Matthew's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many ip practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Matthew B. "Matt" Crookston
How much does it cost to hire Matthew for a ip case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Matthew walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Matthew offer a free consultation?
Matthew charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Matthew's office. Some ip attorneys offer free consults — check Matthew's current terms during booking.
How long do ip cases in Colorado typically take?
Simple ip 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. Matthew gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Matthew take my case if I'm outside Denver?
Matthew 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 — Matthew 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 Matthew?
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. Matthew will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Matthew accepting new ip clients right now?
Matthew's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
IP attorneys serving Denver, Colorado Springs and Boulder in Colorado
Matthew handles ip matters throughout Colorado. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified ip attorneys in that community.
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