About Civil Rights Litigation Group — Employment Law Denver Colorado
Workers searching for employment law Denver representation often have overlapping civil rights concerns, which is exactly where Civil Rights Litigation Group focuses. The firm centers its work on protecting individual rights. Because workplace discrimination and retaliation are civil rights issues, this overlap matters for many Denver employees. The team is dedicated to clients facing mistreatment at work.
The practice serves clients throughout Denver County and the wider metro area. It handles disputes where an employer crosses a legal line, such as discrimination or retaliation. For example, a worker fired after reporting harassment may have both an employment and a civil rights claim. The firm offers consultations to review each set of facts. To weigh other choices, browse our Denver attorney listings first.
What Clients Say
Clients describe a firm that takes their concerns seriously and pushes hard on their behalf. Reviewers highlight clear updates and a willingness to explain each step. Many also note that the team treats sensitive disputes with care. People appreciate feeling heard.
Employment Law Denver — Practice Areas & Services
- Workplace discrimination: Pursuing claims under Title VII and Colorado anti-discrimination law.
- Retaliation claims: Standing up for workers punished for protected complaints.
- Civil rights violations: Addressing rights abuses that reach into the workplace.
- Wrongful termination: Challenging firings that break state or federal rules.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is workplace retaliation illegal in Denver?
Yes. Both federal and Colorado law protect workers who report discrimination or unsafe conditions. If you were punished for a protected complaint, you may have a claim.
How much does a Denver employment lawyer charge?
Many civil rights and employment cases run on contingency, so you pay only if you recover. Ask about the fee model during your first meeting. This keeps costs clear from the start.
Which court hears Denver discrimination lawsuits?
State claims often begin with the Colorado Civil Rights Division, while federal cases route through the EEOC Denver Field Office. Lawsuits may then proceed in U.S. District Court in Denver. Your attorney chooses the best forum.
Quick Facts: Employment Law in Denver, Colorado
- Retaliation tops charges: Retaliation was the most-filed EEOC charge nationally in FY2024 at 47.8% of all charges — U.S. EEOC
- Filings rising: The EEOC received 88,531 discrimination charges in FY2024, up 9% year over year — U.S. EEOC
- State enforcement: Colorado’s CDLE handles wage and discrimination complaints for state workers — CDLE


