William J. "Bud" Bourke, Tax Attorney in Denver, Colorado
focused on Tax and Trusts
Denver, CO
Trusted tax attorney serving Denver.
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William J. "Bud" Bourke is an attorney based in Denver, COLORADO. The practice focuses on Tax and Trusts.
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- Denver, COLORADO
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- attorney
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- Tax · Trusts
- Handles Tax and Trusts matters from Denver, COLORADO.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law (2026).
About William J. "Bud" Bourke: William J. "Bud" Bourke is an attorney based in Denver, COLORADO. The practice focuses on Tax and Trusts.
Areas of practice
Legal matters William takes on
William concentrates on tax and trusts. Each area below outlines the kind of case William handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Tax cases in Denver, Colorado
William takes tax 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 William agrees to represent you.
Trusts cases in Denver, Colorado
William takes trusts 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 William agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet William J. "Bud" Bourke — tax lawyer in Denver
William J. "Bud" Bourke is an attorney based in Denver, COLORADO. The practice focuses on Tax and Trusts.
Bud Bourke has extensive experience in business, residential and commercial real estate and tax planning for individuals, partnerships and corporations. He works with individuals (regardless of net worth), executives, closely-held business owners and professionals within Colorado, across the nation, and internationally, to manage their legal and legacy concerns and their multi-generational family businesses. He has years of experience with the preparation of simple and complex estate plans and documents, shareholder, LLC and partnership agreements, entity formation, management and reorganization, and mergers and acquisitions. Bud helps clients with the full array of their legal needs from birth to death and start-up through succession or liquidation. He considers himself fortunate to have the excellent complement of RWO attorneys with expertise in different disciplines available to him to lend insight and to collaborate in service to clients.
Working with William on a tax matter
Bud Bourke has extensive experience in business, residential and commercial real estate and tax planning for individuals, partnerships and corporations. He works with individuals (regardless of net worth), executives, closely-held business owners and professionals within Colorado, across the nation, and internationally, to manage their legal and legacy concerns and their multi-generational family…
Clients William works with
William reviews new inquiries case-by-case for tax and trusts matters in Denver and the surrounding Colorado area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Northwestern University
J.D. · 1974
Jurisdictions
William's state bar admissions
Colorado, Colorado B
ACTIVE
William studied at J.D. in Northwestern University.
Law school and academic background
William completed J.D. in Northwestern University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice William runs in Colorado is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
William has received 2 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates (2026).
Locations
William J. "Bud" Bourke's office in Denver
William's primary office is at 1099 Eighteenth Street, Suite 2600, Denver, Colorado, 80202. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire William J. "Bud" Bourke — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new tax attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with William usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
William charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain William'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; William will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a tax attorney in Denver, Colorado
A short list to run through before you commit: How many tax 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 William
William discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in tax practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every tax 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. William confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
William's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many tax practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about William J. "Bud" Bourke
How much does it cost to hire William for a tax case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. William walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does William offer a free consultation?
William charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain William's office. Some tax attorneys offer free consults — check William's current terms during booking.
How long do tax cases in Colorado typically take?
Simple tax 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. William gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can William take my case if I'm outside Denver?
William 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 — William 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 William?
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. William will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is William accepting new tax clients right now?
William's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Tax attorneys serving Denver, Colorado Springs and Boulder in Colorado
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