Clement Hayes - Lawyer in Denver, CO

Clement Justin Hayes

Intellectual property Attorney at Denver, CO

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Practice areas

Intellectual property

55%

All forms of IP including patents.

8 years
Business

30%

General Corporate, from formation to dissolving a company

8 years
Licensing

15%

All forms of licensing

8 years

Clement is the founding attorney of Block45 Legal. He is a registered patent attorney and well versed in advising clients on business, Taxation, and Intellectual Property matters. His breadth of experience allows him to provide innovative yet realistic solutions to any growing business.

Clement is a graduate of the University of Colorado, Boulder where he earned a degree in Evolutionary Biology. Mr. Hayes then attended St. Mary’s University School of Law where he graduated Cum Laude. During his time at St. Mary’s he served as the Editor in Chief of the St. Mary’s Law Journal on Legal Malpractice and Ethics and was a Judicial Intern to the Honorable Edward C. Prado of the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals.

Prior to launching Block45 Legal, Mr. Hayes was an attorney with Messner Reeves LLP where he managed the intellectual property portfolio of a fortune 200 company. Mr. Hayes is a long-standing member of the American Intellectual Property Association (AIPLA) and Vice President of the Denver Chamber of Commerce Leads Group D.

Outside of the office, Clement and his wife Audrey are parents to their two-year-old daughter. The Hayes family are Colorado natives and enjoy taking trips to the mountains to hike with their French Bulldog, Tuesday and Boxer, Sebastian.

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Licensed for 7 years

State CO

Status Active

Acquired 2015

Updated 01/13/2023

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

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Block45 Legal

730 17th St

Suite 810

Denver, CO, 80202

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Posted by Laurie | September 30, 2022

Excellent legal counsel

As in-house counsel, I hired Clement and team to assist with several of our IP and related issues that are outside of my expertise. They are all very knowledgeable and professional while always balancing their advice with appropriate business considerations. Clement is remarkably responsive and accessible which I appreciate as when issues arise in the business world they often require immediate attention. Highly recommend.

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Posted by anonymous | July 27, 2022

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The team at Block45 Legal is extremely knowledgable. They came up with a legal strategy for my case that I would not have ever considered. I did not use their corporate arm but they still offered support and advise throughout my case. Thank you Clement and all of Block45.

Posted by Susan | October 29, 2020

I love Block45 legal!

I love Block45 legal! Owning internet companies comes with a dynamic and modern set of challenges that most law firms do not have the talent to handle. Block45 not only understood the needs of my business model but they tackled them head-on with modern advice and top-notch legal strategies. They are a valuable asset to my business.

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Posted by anonymous | April 24, 2018

A Great Experience!

I hired Clement to help with some legal issues involved with starting a small business. He was fantastic to work with. Very responsive, professional and knowledgeable. I would definitely recommend him and/or work with him again!

Posted by Nathan | February 27, 2018

Great to work with!

I have worked with Clement on several major legal issues. He is extremely professional, prompt, and thorough. He worked with me to find ways to save on the bill as well and seemed to always have my interests in mind, even when it cost him fees. I highly recommend Clement for any small business or startup needs your company might have.

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Posted by Ben | December 20, 2017

Easy to work with!

Clement has been with our startup business since the beginning and has lead us in filing Patents, writing Operating Agreements and many other legal docs. He is responsive and cares about the business. I have already recommended him multiple times and will continue to do so!

Posted by Jamie | December 15, 2017

Great Attorney!

Clement is a tremendous advocate. I have known Clement for a couple of years and have always been impressed by his knowledge and his ability to cut through confusion to bring clarity and direction.

Posted by anonymous | December 14, 2017

Clement Hayes with Block 45 Legal

We work with Clement at PurePressure and he has really been helpful for us through multiple legal projects, including patents (his speciality), retailer agreements, operating agreements + restructuring, and much more. We'd recommend him and Block 45 to anyone.

Posted by Mark | December 14, 2017

I'll hire this attorney again

Based on a positive recommendation from a corp exec who has hired Clement Hayes in the past, I employed Clement and we have worked closely together now for over a year on a Trademark infringement case. Even though I am based in California, Clement has been great about keeping me timely informed regarding my case. He is thorough and efficient, and the legal docs he has prepared have been well researched and very effective in moving my case forward. His fees are fair, and actually conservative compared to West Coast rates.

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Posted by Todd | December 14, 2017

Uniquely skilled and talented attorney with a passion for progress

Clement's background in medicine and biochemistry are complementary to his expertise as a patent attorney. I have hired Clement specifically to protect and assist in developing intellectual property in the highly regulated and complex world of medical cannabis and cannabinoid therapies. His knowledge of current state and federal policies and the most up-to-date science available from the study of cannabinoids has been invaluable to our efforts. More than just an astute observer within our team, Clement is a contributing participant to all that we do. He has provided insightful commentary to our project allowing us to consider the requirements for creating a solid patent and maximizing protections of intellectual property that we are developing. His skills and understanding of multiple scientific disciplines has made communication and collaboration with our scientific staff and medical professionals smooth and flawless. I will actively seek opportunities to engage Clement further in future endeavors, and I give him my highest recommendation. I am also available to provide witness or further commentary to anyone interested in his services.

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Posted by anonymous | December 14, 2017

Clement review

Last year, my family and I encountered a very complex and messy situation that fell in our laps unexpectedly following the shut down of a company I used to work for. Although Clement was well versed in the matter of my case, he introduced me to an attorney on his team that handled many cases just like mine with winning favorable outcomes for the client. Although Clement did not personally represent me, he still took his personal time, of which he was not getting paid for, to call me weekly and offer to listen and lend support to me and my family in what was a very stressful and confusing time in our lives. Clement was ALWAYS available for my questions and if he couldn't answer them right away, he got back to me very quickly with the answers. His colleague got us a favorable outcome in the case and I would use absolutely call Clement and his team should the need for legal counsel present itself again. He truly cares about his clients and treated our case as if it were his own throughout the entire process. Thanks again Clement and Block 45 Legal, keep up the great work!

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Posted by Marty Stouffer | December 14, 2017

Great Trademark and Copyright Attorney in Denver.

Wow! What a great guy and terrific Attorney. We could not be more pleased with all the work that he has done for our company. We are currently involved in several projects with Clement, which unfortunately, we cannot be specific about at this time. Regardless, we feel that he is very capable and definitely recommend him to others. Marty, Aspen, Colorado

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Posted by Andrew | August 15, 2017

An insightful legal partner who focuses on your goals and works hard to help you succeed

Clement has been instrumental in helping my small business navigate a complex legal landscape and position for success. His consultative approach enabled him to address my specific legal concerns and much more. I initially retained Clement to help secure a trademark for my brand, which he easily supported. After consulting with me, Clement was able to offer guidance on patents, intellectual property and general business matters. His breadth of knowledge and experience were evident from day one and he has become a trusted voice and critical partner in my business' success. Clement is engaging, proactive and detailed in his work. He understands me and my business, and I have come to trust his counsel. I highly recommend Clement for anyone in need of a trusted legal partner in general business matters, patents & trademarks, and everything in between.

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Posted by Jesús | August 15, 2017

Clement Hayes

Clement and I have worked on various intellectual property matters together. Hi is sharp, creative, and a diligent advocate. I continue to consult with him on IP matters.

Posted by anonymous | August 15, 2017

Great critical thinker

I have had the pleasure of working with Clement on various intellectual property matters. He works directly with clients to provide a thoughtful deep-dive analysis of the issues and presents his conclusions in a manner that is precise and easy to comprehend. If you are looking for guidance through patents, trademarks or licensing, you would be remiss not to consider Clement.

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Posted by PB | August 14, 2017

Fantastic person and attorney

Clement has been ideal. He is readily available, communicates extremely well and has been there in all aspects for me every step of the way. He is also very down to earth and approachable. He has exceeded my expectations at every turn.

Posted by Catherine | August 14, 2017

Professional & Approachable

Clement is very down-to-earth and easy to work with. He is great at explaining things in a way that makes legal language much easier to understand. The trademark process was very smooth and we are beginning work on a patent. Highly recommend working with Clement! In fact I already referred my best friends to him.

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Resume

AVVO RATING 9.2 (Superb)

Work Experience

Partner
Block45 Legal
2017 - Present

Attorney
Messner Reeves LLP
2015 - 2017

Legal Clerk
HallEstill
2014 - 2014

Legal Clerk
King & Wood Mallesons, Beijing City, China
2013 - 2013

Intern to the Honorable Edward C. Prado
5th Circuit Court of Appeals
2013 - 2014

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Education

St. Mary's University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2015

Associations

Colorado Bar Association
Member
2015 - Present

American Intellectual Property Law Association
Member
2014 - Present

Languages Spoken

English

Awards

Rising Star
SuperLawyers
2022

Rising Star
SuperLawyers
2021

Rising Star
Super Lawyers
2020

Rising Star
Super Lawyers
2019

Graduation With Honors, Cum Laude
St. Mary's University School of Law
2015

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Publications

5 St. Mary's J. Legal Mal. & Ethics 192
The Qualified Privilege of Texas Lawyers to Defend Their Reputations
2014

Speaking Engagements

St. Mary's University Symposium on Legal Malpractice and Ethics
Host
2015

St. Mary's University Symposium on Legal Malpractice and Ethics
Host
2015

Attorney endorsements

Received (8)

Given (7)

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Dallas Norton

Intellectual property Attorney | Aug 31
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Great client reviews. Family man who cares."

Christopher Guymon

Intellectual property Attorney | May 01
Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Clement is an incredible attorney. We've worked together on a number of intellectual property issues and each time he has been able to resolve the issues quickly and effectively. He's honest, ethical, and bills fairly. I consider him one of the top attorneys with which I have had the pleasure of working."

Rahul Aggarwal

Unknown Attorney | Feb 28
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"An excellent lawyer who treats clients with patience, care, understanding, and utmost professionalism - an even better person and I wholeheartedly recommend for future services."

Nathan Lawrence

Intellectual property Attorney | Feb 28
Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Working for Clement has been a great experience. He is a consummate professional and is a true expert in the field of intellectual property law."

Blake Hurt

Intellectual property Attorney | Dec 18
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Recently I found myself opposed to Clement on a trademark matter. Despite our respective clients viewing the situation through grossly different lenses, I was impressed with the professionalism with which Clement conducted his part of the ordeal. If you are looking for IP counsel that is honest, trust-worth, and effective, I would recommend Clement Hayes."

Tapash Agarwal

Intellectual property Attorney | Oct 03
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I've known Clement for many years, and have always found him to be knowledgeable and caring. He is the first person I'd go to for all things I.P. and I highly recommend him."

Linda Leeser

Intellectual property Attorney | Sep 29
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Clement Hayes has a deep understanding of the law and how it applies in the area of Intellectual Property. He has an eye for detail that enables him to provide the best possible representation for his clients."

Lasca Arnold

Unknown Attorney | Sep 15
Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Clement is an outstanding, smart, and savvy lawyer. He is the go-to person for any project. He sees the big picture, but takes care of the details. You want Clement on your team, fighting for your company, products, and ideas. I proudly endorse Clement Hayes."

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