Murray Ogborn, Appellate Attorney in Denver, Colorado
Over 58 years of legal practice · focused on Appellate, Class Action, and Litigation · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
PartneratOgborn Mihm LLP
Denver, CO
Practicing appellate in Denver since 1968.
- 58+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 7
- Bar admissions
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Murray Ogborn is a partner based in Denver, CO. The practice focuses on Appellate, Class Action, and Litigation. Murray has over 58 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Ogborn Mihm LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Denver, CO
- Experience
- over 58 years
- Known for
- Appellate · Class Action · Litigation
- Handles Appellate, Class Action, and Litigation matters from Denver, CO.
- Over 58 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Murray Ogborn: Murray Ogborn is a partner based in Denver, CO. The practice focuses on Appellate, Class Action, and Litigation. Murray has over 58 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Ogborn Mihm LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Murray takes on
Murray concentrates on appellate, class action, litigation, personal injury, and product liability. Each area below outlines the kind of case Murray handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Appellate
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Class Action
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Litigation
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Personal Injury
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Product Liability
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Appellate cases in Denver, Colorado
Murray takes appellate 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 Murray agrees to represent you.
Class Action cases in Denver, Colorado
Murray takes class action 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 Murray agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Denver, Colorado
Murray 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 Murray agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Denver, Colorado
Murray takes personal injury 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 Murray agrees to represent you.
Product Liability cases in Denver, Colorado
Murray takes product liability 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 Murray agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Murray Ogborn — appellate lawyer in Denver
Murray Ogborn is a partner based in Denver, CO. The practice focuses on Appellate, Class Action, and Litigation. Murray has over 58 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Ogborn Mihm LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Murray Ogborn is recognized as one of the nation's preeminent trial lawyers, having represented clients and tried many cases across the country. He is an innovator in the development of trial practice, and is nationally known for using storytelling, case thematic techniques, and focus groups in the preparation and trial of cases. Murray not only personally tries cases, but other trial lawyers from around the country hire him to conduct focus groups and consult on their cases. Murray is the founder of the Harvard Ultimate College of Trial Advocacy, presented by the American Association for Justice. Murray was named Best of the Bar by the Denver Business Journal and has been selected as a Colorado Super Lawyer® by the magazine 5280 each year since the beginning of the award in 2006. Murray has served as President of the Colorado Trial Lawyers Association and has been named in Best Lawyers of America for Personal Injury Litigation, Product Liability Litigation and Professional Malpractice Law. But honors and awards don't measure what Murray brings to the table. He is a communicator without peer. Whether the audience is a jury, judge, mediator or business leaders, he finds the bond and connects. Honest, direct and persuasive.
Murray's trial skills have been tested in state and federal courts throughout the country, and on behalf of both plaintiffs and defendants. The range of his advocacy extends from personal injury and products liability to insurance bad faith.
Murray's approach to appellate cases
Murray Ogborn is recognized as one of the nation's preeminent trial lawyers, having represented clients and tried many cases across the country. He is an innovator in the development of trial practice, and is nationally known for using storytelling, case thematic techniques, and focus groups in the preparation and trial of cases. Murray not only personally tries cases, but other trial lawyers…
Clients Murray works with
Murray reviews new inquiries case-by-case for appellate, class action, and litigation matters in Denver and the surrounding Colorado area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of South Dakota
J.D. · 1968
University of South Dakota
B.A. · 1965
Jurisdictions
Murray's state bar admissions
Colorado
1985 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1985 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1977 · ACTIVE
Nebraska
1976 · ACTIVE
U.S. Supreme Court
1972 · ACTIVE
South Dakota
1968 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1968 · ACTIVE
Murray studied at J.D. in University of South Dakota and B.A. in University of South Dakota.
Law school and academic background
Murray completed J.D. in University of South Dakota and B.A. in University of South Dakota. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Murray runs in Colorado is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Murray has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Locations
Murray Ogborn's office in Denver
Murray's primary office is at 1700 Lincoln Street, Suite 2700, Denver, CO, 80203. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Murray Ogborn — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Murray. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing appellate attorneys in Denver.
5.0
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How to hire Murray Ogborn — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new appellate attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Murray usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Murray charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Murray'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; Murray will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a appellate attorney in Denver, Colorado
A short list to run through before you commit: How many appellate 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 Murray
Murray discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in appellate practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every appellate 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. Murray confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Murray's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many appellate practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Murray Ogborn
How much does it cost to hire Murray for a appellate case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Murray walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Murray offer a free consultation?
Murray charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Murray's office. Some appellate attorneys offer free consults — check Murray's current terms during booking.
How long do appellate cases in Colorado typically take?
Simple appellate 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. Murray gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Murray take my case if I'm outside Denver?
Murray 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 — Murray 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 Murray?
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. Murray will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Murray accepting new appellate clients right now?
Murray's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Appellate attorneys serving Denver, Colorado Springs and Boulder in Colorado
Murray handles appellate matters throughout Colorado. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified appellate attorneys in that community.
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