Alperstein & Covell

Established in 1985, Alperstein & Covell, P.C., has built a reputation for providing unparalleled legal counsel to a diverse clientele across Colorado. We are a firm deeply committed to serving the unique needs of businesses, individuals, and municipalities, offering a personalized approach that prioritizes client satisfaction and enduring relationships. Our legal acumen spans a wide range of practice areas, underscoring our dedication to being a comprehensive legal resource for our valued clients.

Expertise in Water Law

At the heart of our practice lies our expertise in water law. We understand the complex and often intricate nature of water rights in Colorado, and we guide our clients with precision and insight through these intricate matters. Our legal services encompass a comprehensive spectrum of water-related issues, including applications for and defense of water rights in both water court proceedings and administrative arenas. This encompasses a wide range of situations, from securing new surface and groundwater rights to diligently overseeing conditional water rights, facilitating changes in water rights, and developing innovative plans for augmentation.

We also assist our clients in navigating the acquisition, transfer, sale, and lease of water rights and water supplies, providing them with the strategic guidance needed to ensure their water resources are effectively managed and utilized. Furthermore, we play a vital role in water service agreements between public water providers and extraterritorial customers, ensuring these agreements are both legally sound and serve the best interests of all parties involved.

Recognizing the crucial importance of long-term water supply planning, we assist our clients in developing comprehensive strategies that anticipate future water needs and address potential challenges. This includes evaluating the potential impacts of climate change and developing proactive responses to ensure water security for years to come.

Our commitment to water law extends to staying abreast of the latest legislative developments, administrative regulations, and policies that shape the water landscape in Colorado. We monitor these changes diligently, providing our clients with timely and insightful advice on how to adapt their strategies and ensure compliance with evolving legal and regulatory frameworks.

Beyond Water Law

While water law is at the core of our expertise, Alperstein & Covell extends its legal services to a variety of other practice areas, catering to the multifaceted needs of our clients.

General Business Counsel

Our general business practice encompasses a broad spectrum, providing comprehensive legal support to small and medium-sized businesses. From the formative stages of entity formation and capitalization to navigating complex mergers, acquisitions, and asset sales, we guide our clients through every step of their business journey.

Our services in this area extend to real estate transactions, ensuring our clients navigate property acquisitions, sales, and leases with confidence. We also offer expert counsel on dispute resolution between owners, providing mediation and negotiation services to reach amicable solutions.

We recognize that the success of any business hinges on strong corporate governance and clear contractual relationships. We assist clients with crafting shareholder, operating, partnership, limited partnership, and joint venture agreements that are tailored to their specific needs and objectives. Additionally, we provide guidance on commercial transactions, including those involving commercial real estate, and ensure our clients comply with relevant government regulations.

Arbitrations and Mediations

Understanding the importance of resolving disputes efficiently and effectively, we offer a range of alternative dispute resolution services. Our experienced attorneys are skilled in both arbitration and mediation, providing impartial and objective guidance to help parties reach mutually agreeable solutions. Whether the dispute arises from a contractual breach, business partnership disagreements, or personal injury claims, our goal is to facilitate a fair and timely resolution.

Amateur Sports Law

We recognize the unique legal considerations faced by amateur sports organizations and their participants.

Our team possesses a deep understanding of the rules and regulations governing amateur athletics and can assist organizations with a variety of legal matters, including contract negotiations, liability issues, and compliance with ethical standards. We are dedicated to protecting the interests of athletes and ensuring fair play and compliance within the amateur sports community.