Michael E. Lindsay, Of Counsel at our Denver, and Seattle law offices
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Michael E. Lindsay

Of Counsel
Biography

Mike Lindsay’s practice is concentrated in complex commercial litigation, with emphasis on contract disputes, real estate, and construction matters. In particular, he represents owners, contractors and developers in complex real estate and construction actions. He also represents numerous national and local banks and other financial services providers in litigation involving all facets of commercial and consumer lending services. He represents clients in numerous state and federal courts and has substantial experience in taking traditional court and jury cases to trial, as well as in the use of alternative dispute resolution mechanisms such as arbitration and mediation. Mike also practices before federal and state administrative hearing boards.

Credentials

Bar Admissions

  • Colorado
  • Washington (inactive)


Court Admissions

  • Supreme Court of Colorado
  • Supreme Court of Washington
  • United States Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit
  • United States District Court, District of Colorado
  • United States Supreme Court


Education

  • The University of Colorado, School of Law (J.D.)
  • The University of California at Irvine (B.A., Urban Planning)
Experience

Awards & Recognition

  • The Best Lawyers in America®, Commercial Litigation, Construction Law, Real Estate Litigation (2015-2025); Construction Litigation (2021-2025)
  • Colorado Super Lawyers®, Business Litigation (2007, 2009-2025)
    • Colorado Top 100 (2014, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2021)
  • Super Lawyers®, Business Litigation – Business Edition (2011)
  • Super Lawyers®, Business Litigation – Corporate Counsel Edition (2008, 2010)

Previous Professional Experience

  • Ballard Spahr Andrews & Ingersoll, L.P., Partner
  • Cohen, Brame & Smith, Partner

Professional Memberships and Activities

  • Colorado Bar Association
  • Denver Bar Association
  • Washington State Bar Association

Community Involvement

  • Western Environmental Law Center, Member of Board of Directors (2008-Present)

Representative Presentations and Publications

  • “The Practitioner’s Guide to Colorado Construction Law,” Chapter Editor and Author