Nicole S. Lonsway, Business Attorney in Denver, Colorado
Over 17 years of legal practice · focused on Business and M&A
ShareholderatGreenberg Traurig, LLP
Denver, CO
Practicing business in Denver since 2009.
- 17+
- Years practicing
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Nicole S. Lonsway is a shareholder based in Denver, CO. The practice focuses on Business and M&A. Nicole has over 17 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP.
- Based in
- Denver, CO
- Experience
- over 17 years
- Known for
- Business · M&A
- Handles Business and M&A matters from Denver, CO.
- Over 17 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Nicole S. Lonsway: Nicole S. Lonsway is a shareholder based in Denver, CO. The practice focuses on Business and M&A. Nicole has over 17 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP.
Areas of practice
Nicole's practice areas in Denver
Nicole concentrates on business and m&a. Each area below outlines the kind of case Nicole handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business cases in Denver, Colorado
Nicole 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 Nicole agrees to represent you.
M&A cases in Denver, Colorado
Nicole takes m&a 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 Nicole agrees to represent you.
Biography
Nicole S. Lonsway, business attorney serving Denver
Nicole S. Lonsway is a shareholder based in Denver, CO. The practice focuses on Business and M&A. Nicole has over 17 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP. Nicole works from Denver, Colorado and takes on business matters across the region.
Nicole focuses her practice on mergers and acquisitions and represents private equity sponsors, emerging companies and domestic and international corporate clients as acquirers and sellers. Nicole also advises portfolio companies of private equity clients in connection with strategic add-on acquisitions and ongoing corporate governance. Nicole has broad experience counseling clients in a wide range of industries, including life sciences, technology, healthcare and consumer products.
Concentrations
•Mergers and acquisitions
•Private equity
•Venture capital and emerging companies
•Corporate governance
•Buyouts and exits
Recognition & Leadership
Awards & Accolades
•Listed, The Best Lawyers in America, 'Ones to Watch'
•Leveraged Buyouts and Private Equity Law, 2024
•Mergers and Acquisitions Law, 2024
•Listed, 5280 The Denver Magazine, 'Top Lawyers,' Mergers & Acquisitions, 2025-2026
•Listed, Super Lawyers Magazine, New York Super Lawyers, “Rising Stars,” 2018-2019
•Member, Winning Team, M&A Advisor's Turnaround Awards, 'Sec. 363 Sale of the Year (Over $100MM to $250MM)' for the Section 363 sale of Eastern Outfitters, 2018
Working with Nicole on a business matter
Nicole focuses her practice on mergers and acquisitions and represents private equity sponsors, emerging companies and domestic and international corporate clients as acquirers and sellers. Nicole also advises portfolio companies of private equity clients in connection with strategic add-on acquisitions and ongoing corporate governance. Nicole has broad experience counseling clients in a wide…
Who Nicole represents
Nicole reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business and m&a matters in Denver and the surrounding Colorado area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Nicole studied and practices
University of Michigan Law School
J.D. Articles · 2009
University of Michigan
B.A. · 2006
Jurisdictions
Nicole's state bar admissions
Colorado
2016 · ACTIVE
New York
2009 · ACTIVE
Nicole studied at J.D. Articles in University of Michigan Law School and B.A. in University of Michigan.
Law school and academic background
Nicole completed J.D. Articles in University of Michigan Law School and B.A. in University of Michigan. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Nicole runs in Colorado is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Nicole's professional memberships and bar associations
Professional & Community Involvement •Board Member, Playworks (Colorado Chapter), 2023-2025 •Member, American Bar Association •Member, Business Law Section
membership
Locations
Nicole S. Lonsway's office in Denver
Nicole's primary office is at The Tabor Center, 1200 17th Street, Suite 2400, Denver, CO, 80202. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Greenberg Traurig, LLP
The Tabor Center, 1200 17th Street, Suite 2400
Denver, CO 80202
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How to hire Nicole S. Lonsway — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Nicole usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Nicole charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Nicole'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; Nicole 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 Nicole
Nicole 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. Nicole confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Nicole'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 Nicole S. Lonsway
How much does it cost to hire Nicole for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Nicole walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Nicole offer a free consultation?
Nicole charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Nicole's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Nicole'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. Nicole gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Nicole take my case if I'm outside Denver?
Nicole 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 — Nicole 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 Nicole?
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. Nicole will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Nicole accepting new business clients right now?
Nicole's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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