Brenden O. Desmond

Associate Of Counsel

Brenden is a litigator with a passion for helping clients navigate the complexities of construction and municipal law. He brings broad experience to every matter, whether representing clients in high-stakes litigation, or counseling them through real estate, land use, special district, public finance, or contractual matters. He has argued in trial and appellate courts at both the state and federal levels and handles arbitration for clients seeking a more efficient path to resolution. His clients range from construction industry professionals to local governments and non-profits, and he takes pride in understanding what makes each one unique.

What sets Brenden apart is his hands-on, collaborative approach, working closely with clients, experts, and team members to cut through complexity quickly. Whether the challenge is a contract negotiation, a payment dispute, or full-scale litigation, Brenden is focused on practical outcomes. His experience working in governments and construction companies gives him a genuine understanding of the world his clients operate in, the pressures they face, and what they are building toward. That perspective shapes everything he does.

Credentials

Education

New York University Wagner Graduate School of Public Service (M.P.A., 2014)

University of Denver Sturm College of Law (J.D., 2012)

University of Denver (B.A., 2007)

Bar admissions

  • Colorado — 2012

Court admissions

  • U.S. District Court for the District of Colorado
  • U.S. Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit

Affiliations and memberships

  • Colorado Bar Association
  • Denver Bar Association

Distinctions

  • Best Lawyers in America, Ones to Watch, 2024-2026
  • Public Justice Trial Lawyer of the Year, Finalist, 2017
  • CLEA Award for Excellence in a Public Interest Case or Project, 2016
  • The Wagner Review, Editor-in-Chief, 2014
  • Denver Journal of International Law and Policy, Managing Editor, 2012
  • Governor Love Scholar, 2011-2012