A leading business law firm in Denver, Colorado

Boulder Business Lawyer | Corporate and
M&A Counsel

Empowering Boulder's Business Community with Strategic Legal Solutions

At Linden Law Partners, we’re deeply committed to supporting Boulder area businesses – from tech startups and craft breweries, to sustainable energy innovators. Our attorneys bring 100+ years combined experience practicing Colorado business law, combining strong knowledge of Colorado corporate statutes and case law, along with local insight on the Boulder community. Whether you’re launching a new business, scaling up with venture capital financing, preparing for succession, or navigating a company exit, we offer pragmatic legal counsel designed with your key business objectives in mind.

Why Boulder Companies Choose Us

Deep Local + Statewide Expertise

We understand the nuances of doing business in Boulder and all of Colorado – be it entity formation, contract drafting, employment compliance, equity planning, or M&A. Our team has also supported companies of all sizes in areas surrounding the Boulder area, like Louisville, Lafayette, and Longmont.

Community-Minded Legal Advisors

Our engagement with Boulder’s entrepreneurial and sustainability networks means we grasp the real-world challenges local firms face, from relationships with CU Boulder, to funded tech startups, and outdoor equipment and gear manufacturers.

Client-Centered, Strategic Counsel

You won’t get cookie-cutter solutions. We aim to work alongside you as part of your extended leadership, offering business-savvy, forward-thinking advice throughout your business journey.

Legal Services for Every Stage

Stage of Growth Services
Startup & Formation Entity structuring (LLC, S-Corp, C-Corp), founders’ agreements, governance, and securities compliance.
Growth & Financing Term sheets, seed and VC financing, debt and equity, SAFE/KISS, equity incentive compensation plans.
Mergers & Acquisitions Buy-side & sell-side representation, LOIs, rep‑ & warranties, earn‑outs, rollover equity, indemnification, post‑closing compensation agreements.
Contracts & Commercial Law Drafting, negotiation, and review of vendor, supplier, distribution, lease, consulting, and employment agreements.
Litigation & Dispute Resolution Partnership disputes, breach of contract, employment issues, securities and shareholder claims, non-competes, and trade secrets.
Ongoing General Counsel Day-to-day support tailored to Boulder‑area businesses to mitigate risk and enable smooth operations.

Our Boulder-Based Legal Team

Pat Linden - Founder & M&A Specialist

Seasoned in business and transactional law, Pat’s led M&A deals ranging from hundreds of thousands to $700 million across Colorado. Recognized as a Super Lawyer in M&A for 2020-2025 and among the top Corporate Lawyers in the U.S. by Best Lawyers in 2024 and 2025.

Holden Bank – Small Business & Startup Advisor

Long-time general counsel with decades of experience advising Boulder area business law support to countless startup and small businesses, including technology, outdoor equipment and gear, professional services, and more.

Jeff Thomas – Business & Securities Litigation

A former SEC enforcement attorney, Jeff specializes in securities, partnership and employment law disputes. Ranked a Colorado Super Lawyer (2021–2025).

Start with Linden Law Partners Today

If you’re planning to launch or restructure your business in Denver, schedule your consultation with Linden Law Partners today. Our team of business formation lawyers is here to build the legal foundation your business needs to thrive in Colorado’s competitive marketplace.

Proven Results & Client Stories

Our track record includes successful outcomes for Colorado-based firms in industries like renewable energy, tech, hospitality, industrials and manufacturing, and professional services:

  • Structured and administered stock option and profits‑interest plans for largest yoga chain in the U.S.
  • Advised on numerous preferred equity and debt financings for Boulder‑area startups.
  • Represented Boulder-area clients for technology contracts, employment contracts, and M&A transactions.

Our Core Values (Built on Cowboy Ethics)

Be courageous. Finish what we start. Do what needs to be done. Be tough, but fair. Keep our promises. Actions speak louder than words. Know where to draw the line. Remember that some things aren’t for sale.

Our Core Values

We live by values that define our firm and shape our client relationships:

  • Be courageous.
  • Finish what we start.
  • Do what needs to be done.
  • Be tough, but fair.
  • Keep our promises.
  • Let actions speak louder than words.
  • Know where to draw the line.
  • Remember that some things aren’t for sale.

Our Colorado Business Startup Law Team

Pat Linden

Founder

Pat Linden, a seasoned Colorado business attorney, brings extensive experience in business and transactional law. Prior to founding Linden Law Partners in 2015, he spent 15 years practicing with prominent regional and international law firms in the Denver and Boulder areas.

Holden-Bank

Holden Bank

Senior Counsel

Holden Bank has spent most of his nearly 35-year legal profession managing and solving an expansive range of domestic and international corporate and business legal issues.

Miles-Williams

Miles Williams

Attorney

Miles Williams represents entrepreneurs, startups and other companies throughout their business lifecycles across a variety of industries, including technology and application development, e-commerce, retail, manufacturing, and food & beverage.

Bryan E. Kuhn

Senior Counsel

With nearly 25 years of legal and entrepreneurial experience, Bryan E. Kuhn applies a global perspective to his work at Linden Law Partners, offering clients strategic guidance grounded in Colorado business laws.

Representative Engagements

National Consumer Products Company

Equity plan administration, corporate and shareholder matters, real estate leases and acquisitions, commercial contracts

Specialty Box Design and Packaging Company

Manufacturing agreements, supply agreements, joint ventures, business dispute resolution

One of Colorado’s largest Greenhouse Flower Growers and Suppliers

Corporate and commercial contract negotiations

Global Pipeline Lining Company

Corporate law, joint ventures, commercial contracts, shareholder duties, employment agreements, business dispute resolution

National Spirits Distributor

Private equity investments, joint ventures, employment, contracts, supply contracts

Cyber Security Company

Recapitalization, corporate governance, shareholder rights, commercial contract negotiations

Private Luxury Jet Travel Company

Business contracts, corporate governance, employment agreements, business dispute resolution

National Hair Products Manufacturer and Distributor

Corporate law, shareholder matters, employment law, commercial contracts

Legal Investigations Company

Development and implementation of a partnership agreement and equity incentive plan

National Contract Manufacturer of Personal Care Products

Corporate governance, employment issues, real estate leases, commercial contracts

National Real Estate Fintech Company

Corporate law, shareholders agreements, commercial contracts, development and administration of stock option plan

Hemp Distribution Company

Fund formation, private securities offering

AI Venture Capital Firm

Over 10+ years, multiple fund formations, capital raises, equity investments, corporate restructurings, employment matters

International Cable Television and Media Audit Company

Corporate law, shareholder matters, commercial contract negotiations

Large Medical Surgery Center

Multiple joint venture transactions, physician employment agreements, corporate governance

Global Bicycle Manufacturer and Designer

Commercial contracts and employment matters

Largest Yoga Chain in the United States

Profits interest plan administration and numerous commercial contract negotiations

National Data Analytics Company

Numerous commercial contract negotiations and corporate matters

Tech-Based Sustainable Energy Company

Corporate restructuring, development and administration of stock option plan, multiple venture capital investments

Numerous Venture-Backed Emerging Growth Companies 

Developed and administered profits interest and stock option plans 


Take the Next Step - Boulder Lawyers Who Have Your Back

Your Boulder venture deserves more than just legal representation, it deserves a business-minded ally. Let’s start with a confidential consultation to define your goals and map out a legal strategy that sets you up for long-term success.

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Awards & Recognition

Recognized legal industry achievements

Best Lawyers (Pat Linden - Linden Law Partners) - 2025