David Closson, Author at Altitude Community Law

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Phone: 303.991.2000

Dave is a shareholder with Altitude Community Law and the head of our Business Law Group department. Dave is a Colorado Native, born in Boulder, with a law degree and MBA from CU. His years of running a business and handling real estate transactions is a perfect fit for associations. He is tenacious and tactical in accomplishing deals – no matter how small or large, and in the process he never fails to get the result the client wants.

Education:
B.A., Colorado State University – 1995
MBA, University of Colorado Leeds School of Business – 2002
Juris Doctorate, University of Colorado School of Law – 2002

Professional Organizations:
Community Associations Institute – Since 2010

Admitted In:
Colorado

Upcoming Speaking Engagements:

Recent Publications by David A. Closson

For Business Owners – Time is money

Filed Under Business Law, Risk Management/Litigation

We’ve all heard the old saying that “time is money” but that is especially true if you are a closely held business owner whose time is already limited. Lawsuits of any kind can take up a huge amount of a business owners’ time and energy. Preparation for depositions, producing documents and being in court forGoGo to Resource

Choosing a Business Entity in Colorado

Filed Under Business Law, Start-Up

In Colorado, the most common entities for new businesses are the sole proprietorship, general partnership, limited partnership, limited liability company; and corporation. When considering which structure is right for your new business you should consider the following factors: (i) the extent owners are protected from personal liability; (ii) your desired management structure; (iii) the easeGoGo to Resource

Employee or Independent Contractor? Considerations for Business Owners

Filed Under Business Law, General Business

When making staffing and hiring decisions, one question companies commonly face is whether to engage independent contractors or employees. While using independent contractors has its benefits (such as not having to pay payroll taxes for those individuals), it can carry legal risks if a person is misclassified as an independent contractor as opposed to anGoGo to Resource

7 Situations Where a Buy-Sell Agreement is Necessary

Filed Under Business Law, General Business

A significant concern to owners of closely held businesses is what happens to the business if one of the owners can no longer participate in its operations. This situation commonly results when one owner of the Company dies. However, the same situation can result if an owner becomes disabled, retires, or loses his/her interest inGoGo to Resource

Business Documentation Basics to Build Your Business

Filed Under Business Law, General Business

You’ve got a great business idea and you even have start-up funds! But, do you know the essential documents you will need to retain? Whether you anticipate profits or losses in the first year or two, it is more important to properly document everything that occurs. Sloppy documentation and reporting can result in IRS audits,GoGo to Resource

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