Business Details
32 Years
experience
Your Trusted Colorado Employment Law Advocates
Benezra & Culver has been dedicated to protecting civil rights since 1994. Our mission focuses on employment law, civil rights, and criminal defense, serving individuals and employees in Colorado. With over 25 years of combined experience, our attorneys are recognized for their trial expertise and aggressive advocacy. We have secured numerous accolades, including being named Constitutional Law Firm of the Year in Colorado and inclusion in Best Law Firms in America. Our practice areas include employment law, civil rights litigation, criminal defense, and alternative dispute resolution.We offer flexible fee agreements, including contingent and hourly arrangements, to accommodate client needs. Our attorneys frequently serve as expert witnesses and adjunct professors, demonstrating deep industry engagement. We maintain an AV rating from Martindale Hubbell and have been recognized as Super Lawyers and Top Lawyers in Colorado. Our firm combines small-team personalization with large-scale legal expertise to deliver results-driven representation. We are committed to ethical practice, transparency, and maintaining the highest standards of client service.
Services
Employment Law
Civil Rights Litigation
Criminal Defense
Alternative Dispute Resolution
Appellate Representation
Details
- Year established: 1994
Highlights and features
- We have over 25 years of experience in employment law and civil rights cases.
- Our attorneys hold national accolades including Super Lawyers and AV ratings.
- We offer flexible fee agreements tailored to client needs.
- Our team includes adjunct professors and legal industry educators.
- We combine trial-tested expertise with personalized client service.
Associations and certifications
- Martindale Hubbell AV Rating
- Super Lawyers
- Best Lawyers in Denver
- College of Labor and Employment Lawyers
What people say
Top 1% attorneys nationally
Constitutional Law Firm of the Year
AV Martindale Hubbell rating
Super Lawyers designation
Best Lawyers recognition
Services
Employment Law
We represent employees in discrimination, retaliation, and wage violation cases. Our attorneys have over 25 years of experience protecting workplace rights through litigation and negotiation. We handle complex employment disputes with a focus on client advocacy.
Civil Rights Litigation
Our firm specializes in civil rights cases involving constitutional violations. We represent clients in police misconduct, housing discrimination, and public accommodation cases. Our team has secured landmark rulings in Colorado civil rights law through strategic litigation.
Criminal Defense
We defend clients against misdemeanor and felony charges with over 30 years of trial experience. Our approach combines aggressive courtroom representation with negotiation expertise. We handle DUIs, drug offenses, and complex criminal cases requiring specialized legal strategies.
Alternative Dispute Resolution
We provide arbitration and mediation services for employment and civil rights disputes. Our attorneys serve as neutral third-party facilitators to resolve conflicts efficiently. This process offers cost-effective alternatives to traditional litigation while maintaining legal protections.
Appellate Representation
Our firm handles appeals in employment and civil rights cases with a focus on precedent-setting rulings. We have successfully argued before Colorado appellate courts, including landmark decisions that shaped state employment law interpretations.
People
Seth J. Benezra
Attorney
Seth Benezra specializes in employment law, civil rights, and criminal defense with over 30 years of legal experience. He focuses on trial advocacy and complex litigation.
John A. Culver
Attorney
John Culver concentrates on employment and civil rights law, with 25+ years of experience protecting individual rights. He serves as a Fellow in the College of Labor and Employment Lawyers.
Madeline A. Collison
Attorney
Madeline Collison represents employees in workplace discrimination cases with over 25 years of experience in employment law litigation and advocacy.
Questions
What areas of law does Benezra & Culver specialize in?
We focus on employment law, civil rights litigation, criminal defense, and alternative dispute resolution.
How much does an initial consultation cost?
Initial consultations cost $300 and last 45-90 minutes.
What payment options are available?
We offer contingent fees, flat fees, hourly rates, and hybrid fee agreements.
Do you handle cases outside Denver?
We primarily serve Colorado clients but handle cases with statewide implications.
Are your attorneys available for mediation services?
Yes, Seth Benezra and John Culver serve as arbitrators/mediators.
