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

Businesses Using Unpaid Interns May be Violating Wage Laws

Filed Under Business Law, Employment

As reported by the Denver Business Journal yesterday, a federal judge in New York ruled that a company violated state and federal wage laws by using unpaid interns. Although governmental agencies and nonprofit organizations appear exempt from the ruling, for-profit businesses should use caution when using unpaid interns, even interns who are receiving college creditGoGo to Resource

Business Partnership Can Help Your Business Succeed

Filed Under Business Law, Start-Up

In a recent articles in the Denver Business Journal, Sarah Hogan outlines the benefits of a “partnership charter” in building a platform for the long-term success of your business. The article recognizes the roles of attorneys, accountants, and business advisers in structuring a new business for success, but highlights that fundamental issues such as theGoGo to Resource

Governor Signs Keep Jobs in Colorado Act

Filed Under Business Law, General Business

Last Friday, Governor Hickenlooper signed House Bill 1292 into law. The new law is known as the “Keep Jobs in Colorado Act” and is intended to spur economic development in the state. Although controversial, the law aims to ensure that more Colorado businesses and workers benefit from state contracts by reducing the outsourcing of publicGoGo to Resource

Colorado Employers Banned from Using Credit Reports When Making Employment Decisions

Filed Under Business Law, Employment

On April 19, 2013, Governor Hickenlooper signed the Employment Opportunity Act into law. The new law goes into effect on July 1, 2013 and will restrict Colorado employers in their ability to obtain and use credit information for employment purposes. Key points of the new law include : Generally prohibits employers from using consumer credit informationGoGo to Resource

State Launches Branding Initiative

Filed Under Business Law, General Business

The Denver Post recently reported that the state of Colorado has launched a new branding program known as “Making Colorado.” The program was commissioned by Governor John Hickenlooper in an effort to broaden the state’s appeal to both tourists and employers. Rather than engaging a design firm to develop a brand for the state, MakingGoGo to Resource

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