
Scott Soper Barker, Business Attorney in Denver, Colorado
Over 45 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Class Action, and Energy · 4.8/5 rating from 16 verified client reviews
Senior CounselatWheeler Trigg O'Donnell LLP
Denver, CO
Practicing business in Denver since 1981.
- 45+
- Years practicing
- 4.8 ★
- 16 client reviews
- 1
- Bar admission
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Scott Soper Barker is a senior counsel based in Denver, CO. The practice focuses on Business, Class Action, and Energy. Scott has over 45 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Wheeler Trigg O'Donnell LLP. Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 16 client reviews.
- Based in
- Denver, CO
- Experience
- over 45 years
- Known for
- Business · Class Action · Energy
- Handles Business, Class Action, and Energy matters from Denver, CO.
- Over 45 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Scott Soper Barker: Scott Soper Barker is a senior counsel based in Denver, CO. The practice focuses on Business, Class Action, and Energy. Scott has over 45 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Wheeler Trigg O'Donnell LLP. Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 16 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Scott Soper Barker
Scott concentrates on business, class action, energy, environmental, and general. Each area below outlines the kind of case Scott handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business
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Class Action
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Energy
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Environmental
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Litigation
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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
Scott 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 Scott agrees to represent you.
Class Action cases in Denver, Colorado
Scott 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 Scott agrees to represent you.
Energy cases in Denver, Colorado
Scott takes energy 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 Scott agrees to represent you.
Environmental cases in Denver, Colorado
Scott 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 Scott agrees to represent you.
General cases in Denver, Colorado
Scott takes general 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 Scott agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Scott Soper Barker — Over 45 years of Colorado business experience
Scott Soper Barker is a senior counsel based in Denver, CO. The practice focuses on Business, Class Action, and Energy. Scott has over 45 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Wheeler Trigg O'Donnell LLP. Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 16 client reviews.
Scott Soper Barker is a lawyer practicing mass torts, commercial litigation, environmental litigation and 12 other areas of law. Scott received a M.Phil. degree from Oxford University in 1973, and has been licensed for 45 years. Scott practices at Wheeler Trigg O'Donnell LLP in Denver, CO.
How Scott handles business matters
Scott Soper Barker is a lawyer practicing mass torts, commercial litigation, environmental litigation and 12 other areas of law. Scott received a M.Phil. degree from Oxford University in 1973, and has been licensed for 45 years. Scott practices at Wheeler Trigg O'Donnell LLP in Denver, CO.
The kind of cases Scott takes
Scott reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, class action, and energy matters in Denver and the surrounding Colorado area.
Credentials
Scott Soper Barker's legal education and bar admissions
Harvard Law School
J.D. · 1981
Oxford University
M.Phil. Rhodes · 1973
Jurisdictions
Scott's state bar admissions
Colorado U.S. Distri
1981 · ACTIVE
Scott studied at J.D. in Harvard Law School and M.Phil. Rhodes in Oxford University.
Law school and academic background
Scott completed J.D. in Harvard Law School and M.Phil. Rhodes in Oxford University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Scott runs in Colorado is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Scott Soper Barker
Scott has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Locations
Scott Soper Barker's office in Denver
Scott's primary office is at 370 Seventeenth Street, Suite 4500, Denver, CO, 80202. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Wheeler Trigg O'Donnell LLP
370 Seventeenth Street, Suite 4500
Denver, CO 80202
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Client reviews of Scott Soper Barker — 4.8/5 rating from 16 verified client reviews
Every review below is from a verified client of Scott. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing business attorneys in Denver.
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How to hire Scott Soper Barker — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Scott usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Scott charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Scott'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; Scott 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 Scott
Scott 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. Scott confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Scott'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 Scott Soper Barker
How much does it cost to hire Scott for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Scott walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Scott offer a free consultation?
Scott charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Scott's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Scott'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. Scott gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Scott take my case if I'm outside Denver?
Scott 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 — Scott 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 Scott?
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. Scott will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Scott accepting new business clients right now?
Scott'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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