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Lawrence Michael Zavadil

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  • Denver, CO
  • Licensed for 30 years
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About Lawrence

Skilled attorney with 31 years of experience representing clients in resolving complex commercial disputes through litigation, arbitration, mediation and settlement. Trial practice includes significant background of federal and state cases in trade secrets, non-competes, securities, banking and finance, fraud, fraudulent conveyances, real estate, business torts and business divorces. Skilled and experienced in federal and state court and jury trials, arbitrations, and other evidentiary hearings such as preliminary injunction and temporary restraining order hearings, in addition to vast experience in mediations. Member of Faculty of Federal Advocates. Best Lawyers: Commercial Litigation (2012 – 2019); Colorado Super Lawyers: Business Litigation (2009 – 2019); Martindale-Hubbell: AV Preeminent (1999 – present); The Colorado Lawyer: Evidence column, Editor.

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Practice areas

Securities and investment fraudIntellectual propertyLitigationBusiness
  1. Business: 30%

    34 years

  2. Litigation: 30%

    34 years, 400 cases

  3. Intellectual property: 20%

    34 years, 200 cases

  4. Securities and investment fraud: 20%

    34 years, 50 cases

Languages spoken

English

Contact

5618 S. Eaton Street
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Zavadil Law Offices LLC

5618 S. Eaton Street
Denver, CO, 80123

      Resume

      License
      StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
      COActive199011/10/2020
      We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
      Avvo Contributions
      Legal answers16
      Legal guides0
      Awards
      Award nameGrantorDate granted
      Super LawyerSuperLawyers2018
      Best LawyerBest Lawyers2018
      Peer Review RatedMartindale-Hubbell2017
      Super LawyerSuper Lawyers2017
      Best LawyerBest Lawyers in America2017
      Super LawyerSuper Lawyers2016
      Best LawyerBest Lawyers in America2016
      Super LawyerSuper Lawyers2015
      Best LawyerBest Lawyers in America2015
      Super LawyerSuper Lawyers2014
      Best LawyerBest Lawyers in America2014
      Executive Editor, Law ReviewUniv. of Nebraska1986
      Work Experience
      TitleCompany nameDuration
      Of CounselWheeler Trigg O'Donnell2014 - 2016
      PartnerHusch Blackwell2011 - 2014
      PartnerJacobs Chase2002 - 2011
      Senior CounselHolme Roberts & Owen1990 - 2002
      AssociateStinson Mag & Fizzell1987 - 1990
      Associations
      Association namePosition nameDuration
      Faculty of Federal AdvocatesMember2005 - Present
      The Colorado LawyerEditor, Evidence Column1995 - Present
      Federalist SocietyMember1986 - Present
      Publications
      Publication nameTitleDate
      The Colorado LawyerInvoking the Attorney-Client Privilege Against Former Officers and Directors2005
      The Colorado LawyerRule 103(a) and Harmless Error2004
      The Colorado LawyerRule 403: The Balancing Test2004
      The Colorado Lawyer"Admissibility of 'Other Act' Evidence under CRE 404(b)2003
      The Colorado LawyerRule 301--Overcoming Presumptions1998
      The Colorado LawyerRule 106 and the Doctrine of Completeness1996
      The Colorado LawyerRes Gestae Evidence1995
      The Colorado LawyerUse of 404(a) Character Evidence in Civil Cases1994
      The Colorado LawyerAuthentification of Private Documents by Non-Expert Witnessest1993
      The Colorado LawyerPrior Consistent Statements: Rule 801(d)(1)(b)N/A
      Education
      School nameDegreeGraduated
      University of Nebraska College of LawJD - Juris Doctor1987
      Speaking Engagements
      Conference nameTitleDate
      General Counsel MeetingProtecting Your Business From Employee Competition2015
      Continuing Legal EducationNon-Compete Agreements, Confidentiality Agreements and Other Restrictions on Employee Competition2014
      Legal cases
      Case nameOutcome
      Dalzell v. RP Steamboat Springs, 2015 WL 1299843 (10th Cir. 2015)Prevailed on Appeal

      Reviews

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      Review Lawrence Zavadil

      Non-Compete

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      I always feel that Larry has our best interests in mind and he is extremely knowledgeable in this area. He takes the time to explain the issues, concerns and strategy around any action that we took. I would highly recommend Larry.
      This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
      Hired attorney

      Quick, agile, and to the point

      Posted by

      Mr Zavadil works hard for his clients and is always there when they need him. He gets the job done quickly and efficiently.
      This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
      Hired attorney

      Larry's excellent

      Posted by

      Larry is level headed, listens well, is helpful and very responsive. This adds to his knowledgable expertise as a bonus. I would highly recommend him.
      This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
      Hired attorney

      Fantastic counsel on short notice

      Posted by

      Larry was kind enough to take on the worst sort of client; myself coming to him with a last minute request. He not only dealt with the particular ask, but also walked through other pertinent items in the agreement document to provide context for me to consider going forward. He came highly recommended to me from staff at a large Denver-area firm, and I'd highly recommend Larry to anyone.
      This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
      Consulted attorney

      Very responsive and helpful

      Posted by

      Larry represented my fund as a co-council on a securities fraud case. Larry was capable and realistic. He helped provide the appropriate level of skepticism to ensure that our expectations were realistic. We ended up settling for a satisfactory amount and Larry was instrumental in achieving this positive result.
      This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
      Hired attorney

      Outstanding

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      Larry responded very quickly to what was a very stressful situation for me. He expertly guided me through it and gave me great advice. I felt very fortunate to have him in my corner. I enthusiastically recommend him and have recommended him to many contacts already.
      This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
      Hired attorney

      Highly recommended litigator

      Posted by

      Larry has represented me on a number of matters and--compared to my other attorney experiences--has distinguished himself for his tremendous ability to rapidly assimilate a lot of detailed information and concisely discern essential arguments [both on my behalf and for preparatory defense]. This ability extends across industries, having seen him adeptly acquire essential industry expertise to shape an effective strategy. In short... he can prepare effectively and professionally in a lot less time than others I've experienced, is wise and adaptable with industry-specific expertise needed for any case, and is an exceptional communicator when conveying his strategy and approaches.
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      Jack Chammas, Litigation Attorney on Dec 7, 2012
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      Cost

      RATES
      • Hourly Rates$225-$400/hour
      • Free Consultation Some lawyers offer a free consultation to help determine whether their services are right for your legal needs30 minutes
      OTHER BILLING TYPES
      • Contingency A contingency fee is the percent of the final award a lawyer will receive as compensation. For some of these cases, lawyers will only be paid if there is a successful outcome.10%-40%
      PAYMENT METHODS

      Cash, Check, Credit Card