William Short

Partner - Litigation

Phone: 303.991.2030
Bill Short brings great depth and breadth to the dispute resolution process in the community association and business arenas. His skills come from 40 years of experience in a variety of disputes and settings. He has tried over 150 lawsuits and arbitrations in Colorado and Wyoming. He has argued appellate cases in the Colorado and Wyoming Supreme Courts, the Colorado Court of Appeals and the Tenth Circuit Court of Appeals. He approaches litigation like sailing across the Atlantic – which he has done- with preparation, perseverance and by confronting challenges head on. Bill is also dedicated and passionate about educating and assisting clients to avoid litigation and reduce conflict through strategic planning, wise risk management and effective negotiating.

Education:
B.A., University of Vermont – 1979
Juris Doctorate, Emory University School of Law – 1982

Professional Organizations:
Colorado Bar Association – Since 1983
Denver Bar Association – Since 1983
Wyoming Bar Association – Since 2015
Community Associations Institute – Since 1998

Upcoming Speaking Engagements:

2023

10/05 Harassment – What is it and When is it Actionable?

Recent Publications by William (Bill) H. Short

A Colorado Senate committee voted last late night to forward SB 15-177 to the full Senate with four approved minor amendments. After hearing over eight hours of testimony from over forty witnesses representing both proponents and opponents of the bill, the Senate Business, Labor and Technology committee voted 6-2 to approve the bill.  SB 15-177GoGo to Resource
Equal. Protection. Read again: Equal. Protection.  Those are important words in America.  Those two words succinctly state the core purposes of a democratic government.  Each citizen should stand on an equal footing with all other citizens.  The basic function of government is to ensure equality under the law. Government must protect a citizen’s rights inGoGo to Resource

CCIOA Insurance Requirements

Insurance is a necessary component of proper community association governance and risk management. All community associations are vulnerable to the loss of property and finances.  Board members have a fiduciary duty to protect association assets.  The association’s insurance program is a key component for asset protection.  How can a board of directors determine the particularGo to Resource
Over 100 HOA owners received information from expert panelists about HOA issues and also voiced their concerns last night at a town hall meeting hosted by five Democratic state legislators. The legislators assembled a panel of government officials, HOA law experts, mediators and owner advocates to discuss current HOA legislation, initiatives to reform and improveGoGo to Resource
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