Mark Townsend Valentine, Environmental Attorney in Denver, Colorado
Over 29 years of legal practice
AssociateatDufford & Brown, P.C.
Denver, CO
Practicing environmental in Denver since 1997.
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Mark Townsend Valentine is an associate based in Denver, CO. The practice focuses on Environmental. Mark has over 29 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Dufford & Brown, P.C..
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- Denver, CO
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- over 29 years
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- Environmental
- Handles Environmental matters from Denver, CO.
- Over 29 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Mark Townsend Valentine: Mark Townsend Valentine is an associate based in Denver, CO. The practice focuses on Environmental. Mark has over 29 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Dufford & Brown, P.C..
Areas of practice
Legal matters Mark takes on
Mark concentrates on environmental. Each area below outlines the kind of case Mark handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Environmental cases in Denver, Colorado
Mark takes environmental 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 Mark agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Mark Townsend Valentine — environmental lawyer in Denver
Mark Townsend Valentine is an associate based in Denver, CO. The practice focuses on Environmental. Mark has over 29 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Dufford & Brown, P.C..
Mark Townsend Valentine is a lawyer practicing environmental and natural resources. Mark received a B.A. degree from Cornell University in 1987, and has been licensed for 29 years. Mark practices at Dufford & Brown, P.C. in Denver, CO.
How Mark handles environmental matters
Mark Townsend Valentine is a lawyer practicing environmental and natural resources. Mark received a B.A. degree from Cornell University in 1987, and has been licensed for 29 years. Mark practices at Dufford & Brown, P.C. in Denver, CO.
The kind of cases Mark takes
Mark reviews new inquiries case-by-case for environmental matters in Denver and the surrounding Colorado area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Albany Law School
J.D. · 1996
Cornell University
B.A. Government · 1987
Jurisdictions
Mark's state bar admissions
Colorado
1998 · ACTIVE
New York
1997 · ACTIVE
Mark studied at J.D. in Albany Law School and B.A. Government in Cornell University.
Law school and academic background
Mark completed J.D. in Albany Law School and B.A. Government in Cornell University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Mark runs in Colorado is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Mark's professional memberships and bar associations
Denver Bar Association
membership
Locations
Mark Townsend Valentine's office in Denver
Mark's primary office is at 1700 Broadway, Ste. 2100, Denver, CO, 80290-2101. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Mark Townsend Valentine — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new environmental attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Mark usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Mark charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Mark'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; Mark will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a environmental attorney in Denver, Colorado
A short list to run through before you commit: How many environmental 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 Mark
Mark discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in environmental practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every environmental 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. Mark confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Mark's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many environmental practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Mark Townsend Valentine
How much does it cost to hire Mark for a environmental case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Mark walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Mark offer a free consultation?
Mark charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Mark's office. Some environmental attorneys offer free consults — check Mark's current terms during booking.
How long do environmental cases in Colorado typically take?
Simple environmental 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. Mark gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Mark take my case if I'm outside Denver?
Mark 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 — Mark 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 Mark?
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. Mark will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Mark accepting new environmental clients right now?
Mark's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Environmental attorneys serving Denver, Colorado Springs and Boulder in Colorado
Mark handles environmental matters throughout Colorado. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified environmental attorneys in that community.
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