Cole A. Wist, Employment Attorney in Denver, Colorado
Over 37 years of legal practice · focused on Employment, Health Care, and Litigation · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Of CounselatSquire Patton Boggs
Denver, CO
Practicing employment in Denver since 1989.
- 37+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Cole A. Wist is an of counsel based in Denver, CO. The practice focuses on Employment, Health Care, and Litigation. Cole has over 37 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Squire Patton Boggs. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Denver, CO
- Experience
- over 37 years
- Known for
- Employment · Health Care · Litigation
- Handles Employment, Health Care, and Litigation matters from Denver, CO.
- Over 37 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Cole A. Wist: Cole A. Wist is an of counsel based in Denver, CO. The practice focuses on Employment, Health Care, and Litigation. Cole has over 37 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Squire Patton Boggs. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Cole's practice areas in Denver
Cole concentrates on employment, health care, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Cole handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment
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Litigation
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Employment cases in Denver, Colorado
Cole takes employment 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 Cole agrees to represent you.
Health Care cases in Denver, Colorado
Cole takes health care 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 Cole agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Denver, Colorado
Cole takes litigation 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 Cole agrees to represent you.
Biography
Cole A. Wist, employment attorney serving Denver
Cole A. Wist is an of counsel based in Denver, CO. The practice focuses on Employment, Health Care, and Litigation. Cole has over 37 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Squire Patton Boggs. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review. Cole works from Denver, Colorado and takes on employment matters across the region.
Mr. Cole A. Wist is a lawyer practicing environmental, safety & health, labor & employment, litigation and 2 other areas of law. Cole received a B.A. degree from University of Denver in 1985, and has been licensed for 37 years. Cole practices at Squire Patton Boggs in Denver, CO.
Working with Cole on a employment matter
Mr. Cole A. Wist is a lawyer practicing environmental, safety & health, labor & employment, litigation and 2 other areas of law. Cole received a B.A. degree from University of Denver in 1985, and has been licensed for 37 years. Cole practices at Squire Patton Boggs in Denver, CO.
Clients Cole works with
Cole reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment, health care, and litigation matters in Denver and the surrounding Colorado area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Cole studied and practices
Georgetown University Law Center
J.D. · 1988
University of Denver
B.A. · 1985
Jurisdictions
Cole's state bar admissions
Colorado U.S. Distri
1991 · ACTIVE
Utah
1989 · ACTIVE
Cole studied at J.D. in Georgetown University Law Center and B.A. in University of Denver.
Law school and academic background
Cole completed J.D. in Georgetown University Law Center and B.A. in University of Denver. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Cole runs in Colorado is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Cole's legal honors and published work
Cole has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Cole's professional memberships and bar associations
American, Denver and Colorado Bar Associations Utah State Bar
membership
American Bar Foundation
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Colorado Bar Foundation
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Locations
Cole A. Wist's office in Denver
Cole's primary office is at 1801 California Street, Suite 4900, Denver, CO, 80202. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Cole A. Wist — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Cole. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing employment attorneys in Denver.
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How to hire Cole A. Wist — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Cole usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Cole charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Cole'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; Cole will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a employment attorney in Denver, Colorado
A short list to run through before you commit: How many employment 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 Cole
Cole discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in employment practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every employment 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. Cole confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Cole's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many employment practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Cole A. Wist
How much does it cost to hire Cole for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Cole walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Cole offer a free consultation?
Cole charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Cole's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Cole's current terms during booking.
How long do employment cases in Colorado typically take?
Simple employment 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. Cole gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Cole take my case if I'm outside Denver?
Cole 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 — Cole 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 Cole?
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. Cole will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Cole accepting new employment clients right now?
Cole's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Employment attorneys serving Denver, Colorado Springs and Boulder in Colorado
Cole handles employment matters throughout Colorado. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified employment attorneys in that community.
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