Dan Ernst, Business Attorney in Denver, Colorado
Over 12 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Construction, and Juvenile
Denver, CO
Practicing business in Denver since 2014.
- 12+
- Years practicing
- 3
- Bar admissions
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Dan Ernst is an attorney based in Denver, CO. The practice focuses on Business, Construction, and Juvenile. Dan has over 12 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Denver, CO
- Experience
- over 12 years
- Known for
- Business · Construction · Juvenile
- Handles Business, Construction, and Juvenile matters from Denver, CO.
- Over 12 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Dan Ernst: Dan Ernst is an attorney based in Denver, CO. The practice focuses on Business, Construction, and Juvenile. Dan has over 12 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Dan's practice areas in Denver
Dan concentrates on business, construction, juvenile, litigation, and medical malpractice. Each area below outlines the kind of case Dan handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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Litigation
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Medical Malpractice
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Personal Injury
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Product Liability
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Real Estate
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Business cases in Denver, Colorado
Dan 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 Dan agrees to represent you.
Construction cases in Denver, Colorado
Dan takes construction 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 Dan agrees to represent you.
Juvenile cases in Denver, Colorado
Dan takes juvenile 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 Dan agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Denver, Colorado
Dan 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 Dan agrees to represent you.
Medical Malpractice cases in Denver, Colorado
Dan takes medical malpractice 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 Dan agrees to represent you.
Biography
Dan Ernst, business attorney serving Denver
Dan Ernst is an attorney based in Denver, CO. The practice focuses on Business, Construction, and Juvenile. Dan has over 12 years of legal experience. Dan works from Denver, Colorado and takes on business matters across the region.
Dan Ernst is a lawyer practicing commercial/business law, construction defects, mass tort and 5 other areas of law. Dan received a Ph.D. degree from Yale University in 2006, and has been licensed for 12 years. Dan practices in Denver, CO.
Dan's approach to business cases
Dan Ernst is a lawyer practicing commercial/business law, construction defects, mass tort and 5 other areas of law. Dan received a Ph.D. degree from Yale University in 2006, and has been licensed for 12 years. Dan practices in Denver, CO.
The kind of cases Dan takes
Dan reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, construction, and juvenile matters in Denver and the surrounding Colorado area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Dan studied and practices
New York University School of Law
J.D. · 2013
Yale University
Ph.D. Philosophy · 2006
Jurisdictions
Dan's state bar admissions
Colorado Court Appoi
2019 · ACTIVE
Supreme Court of Cal
2014 · ACTIVE
California
2014 · ACTIVE
Dan studied at J.D. in New York University School of Law and Ph.D. Philosophy in Yale University.
Law school and academic background
Dan completed J.D. in New York University School of Law and Ph.D. Philosophy in Yale University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Dan runs in Colorado is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Dan's professional memberships and bar associations
Professional Affiliations California Bar Association Orange County Bar Association
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Locations
Dan Ernst's office in Denver
Dan's primary office is at 217 E 7th Ave, Denver, CO, 80203-3504. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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Schedule your consultationHiring guide
How to hire Dan Ernst — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Dan usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Dan charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Dan'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; Dan 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 Dan
Dan 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. Dan confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Dan'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 Dan Ernst
How much does it cost to hire Dan for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Dan walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Dan offer a free consultation?
Dan charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Dan's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Dan'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. Dan gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Dan take my case if I'm outside Denver?
Dan 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 — Dan 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 Dan?
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. Dan will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Dan accepting new business clients right now?
Dan'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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