Matthew S. Bender, Business Attorney in Denver, Colorado
focused on Business, Family Law, and Real Estate
Denver, CO
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Matthew S. Bender is an attorney based in Denver, COLORADO. The practice focuses on Business, Family Law, and Real Estate.
- Based in
- Denver, COLORADO
- Experience
- attorney
- Known for
- Business · Family Law · Real Estate
- Handles Business, Family Law, and Real Estate matters from Denver, COLORADO.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships) (2026).
About Matthew S. Bender: Matthew S. Bender is an attorney based in Denver, COLORADO. The practice focuses on Business, Family Law, and Real Estate.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Matthew takes on
Matthew concentrates on business, family law, and real estate. Each area below outlines the kind of case Matthew handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business
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Family Law
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Real Estate
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Business cases in Denver, Colorado
Matthew 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 Matthew agrees to represent you.
Family Law cases in Denver, Colorado
Matthew takes family law 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
Meet Matthew S. Bender — business lawyer in Denver
Matthew S. Bender is an attorney based in Denver, COLORADO. The practice focuses on Business, Family Law, and Real Estate.
Matt Bender counsels real estate development and private equity companies throughout the country on corporate, tax and transactional real estate matters. In the corporate realm, he works with clients on general organizational structures, joint venture agreements, asset and equity purchase and sale agreements, private placements and tax-related issues. In his real estate transactional work, which often requires synthesis with corporate matters, he advises clients on acquisitions and dispositions of commercial, multifamily, mixed-use and industrial properties.
In addition to counseling clients through specific real estate deals, Matt often works as external in-house counsel, assisting clients with real estate matters, corporate governance issues and establishment of employee compensation structures. Matt's experience includes work on opportunity zone projects, 1031 real estate exchanges, capital gains planning, and other tax-focused transactions.
Matt graduated with high honors from the University of Denver Sturm College of Law, where he also served as the Candidacy Editor for the Denver Law Review. He currently serves on the firm's Technology Committee, as well as the Community Committee.
Matthew's approach to business cases
Matt Bender counsels real estate development and private equity companies throughout the country on corporate, tax and transactional real estate matters. In the corporate realm, he works with clients on general organizational structures, joint venture agreements, asset and equity purchase and sale agreements, private placements and tax-related issues. In his real estate transactional work, which…
Clients Matthew works with
Matthew reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, family law, and real estate matters in Denver and the surrounding Colorado area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Denver
J.D. · 2017
Matthew studied at J.D. in University of Denver.
Law school and academic background
Matthew completed J.D. in University of Denver. 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
Recognition and thought leadership
Matthew has received 4 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships)
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships) (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law (2026).
Locations
Matthew S. Bender's office in Denver
Matthew's primary office is at 950 Seventeenth Street, Suite 1600, Denver, Colorado, 80202. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Matthew S. Bender — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business 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 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 Matthew
Matthew 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. 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 business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Matthew S. Bender
How much does it cost to hire Matthew for a business 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 business attorneys offer free consults — check Matthew'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. 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 business 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
Business attorneys serving Denver, Colorado Springs and Boulder in Colorado
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