Peter McClenahan

Peter McClenahan, Medical Malpractice Attorney in Denver, Colorado

Over 24 years of legal practice · focused on Medical Malpractice and Personal Injury

Special CounselatOgborn Mihm LLP

Denver, CO

Practicing medical malpractice in Denver since 2002.

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Peter McClenahan is a special counsel based in Denver, CO. The practice focuses on Medical Malpractice and Personal Injury. Peter has over 24 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Ogborn Mihm LLP.

Based in
Denver, CO
Experience
over 24 years
Known for
Medical Malpractice · Personal Injury
  • Handles Medical Malpractice and Personal Injury matters from Denver, CO.
  • Over 24 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Peter McClenahan: Peter McClenahan is a special counsel based in Denver, CO. The practice focuses on Medical Malpractice and Personal Injury. Peter has over 24 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Ogborn Mihm LLP.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by Peter McClenahan

Peter concentrates on medical malpractice and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Peter handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Medical Malpractice cases in Denver, Colorado

Peter 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 Peter agrees to represent you.

Personal Injury cases in Denver, Colorado

Peter 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 Peter agrees to represent you.

Biography

About Peter McClenahan — Over 24 years of Colorado medical malpractice experience

Peter McClenahan is a special counsel based in Denver, CO. The practice focuses on Medical Malpractice and Personal Injury. Peter has over 24 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Ogborn Mihm LLP.

Adjunct Professor of Trial Advocacy, Duquesne University School of Law, 2002-2009. Legal Intern: Allegheny County Public Defender's Office, 2001-2002; American Civil Liberties Union, 2000-2001. Partner, Streib & McClenahan, 2002-2009.

Working with Peter on a medical malpractice matter

Adjunct Professor of Trial Advocacy, Duquesne University School of Law, 2002-2009. Legal Intern: Allegheny County Public Defender's Office, 2001-2002; American Civil Liberties Union, 2000-2001. Partner, Streib & McClenahan, 2002-2009.

Clients Peter works with

Peter reviews new inquiries case-by-case for medical malpractice and personal injury matters in Denver and the surrounding Colorado area.

Credentials

Peter McClenahan's legal education and bar admissions

  • Duquesne University School of Law

    J.D. · 2002

  • Lafayette College

    B.A. · 1996

Jurisdictions

Peter's state bar admissions

  • Colorado New Mexico

    2009 · ACTIVE

  • Pennsylvania

    2002 · ACTIVE

  • U.S. District Court,

    2002 · ACTIVE

Peter studied at J.D. in Duquesne University School of Law and B.A. in Lafayette College.

Law school and academic background

Peter completed J.D. in Duquesne University School of Law and B.A. in Lafayette College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Peter runs in Colorado is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Affiliations

Peter's professional memberships and bar associations

  • Allegheny County, Colorado and Denver Bar Associations

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Locations

Peter McClenahan's office in Denver

Peter'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.

Main office

Ogborn Mihm LLP

1700 Lincoln Street, Suite 2700

Denver, CO 80203

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Hiring guide

How to hire Peter McClenahan — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new medical malpractice attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Peter usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Peter charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Peter'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; Peter will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a medical malpractice attorney in Denver, Colorado

A short list to run through before you commit: How many medical malpractice 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 Peter

Peter discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in medical malpractice practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every medical malpractice 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. Peter confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Peter's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many medical malpractice practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Peter McClenahan

  • How much does it cost to hire Peter for a medical malpractice case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Peter walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Peter offer a free consultation?

    Peter charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Peter's office. Some medical malpractice attorneys offer free consults — check Peter's current terms during booking.

  • How long do medical malpractice cases in Colorado typically take?

    Simple medical malpractice 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. Peter gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Peter take my case if I'm outside Denver?

    Peter 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 — Peter 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 Peter?

    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. Peter will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Peter accepting new medical malpractice clients right now?

    Peter's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

Medical Malpractice attorneys serving Denver, Colorado Springs and Boulder in Colorado

Peter handles medical malpractice matters throughout Colorado. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified medical malpractice attorneys in that community.

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