Werge & Corbin Law Group Sponsor of FoCoMX 2024 Festival!

Werge & Corbin Law Group proudly announces their sponsorship of the Fort Collins Music Experiment, the premier music festival in Fort Collins. The event aims to foster the love of live music and to support Colorado musicians. 

Featuring an impressive lineup of over 350 artists performing across 35 stages, the festival, scheduled for the 19th and 20th of April, promises an unforgettable experience. From rock to pop, jazz to country, the festival caters to diverse musical tastes, ensuring there’s something for every music lover to enjoy. And here’s something special: Did you know partner Tom Werge is the lead singer of the renowned local band, 12 Cents For Marvin!? While they’ve been a staple at the festival in past years, this time around, they’ll be supporting the incredible talent from the crowd!  

But it’s not just about the music. The Fort Collins Music Experiment is also a celebration of community – a chance to unite, share moments, and forge lasting memories. As part of our firm’s commitment to fostering team spirit, we’re excited to announce that we’ll be taking our team to the festival on Friday, April 19th, and we hope to see everyone there! 

Whether you are a dedicated music connoisseur or simply seeking an exciting weekend adventure, we extend a warm invitation to join us for what promises to be an unforgettable event!  

To dive deeper into this sensational event and for tickets, click here! 

Welcoming New Team Members to Start 2024!

As we kick off the new year with a bang, Werge & Corbin Law Group proudly unveils the dynamic quartet that's making waves in our workspace. Say hello to Melissa Boucher, Joseph MacHatton, Brittany Fria, and Getssemany Rivera.

Melissa, our of counsel attorney extraordinaire, is already weaving her magic in our legal tapestry. With a rich background, including stints at Jeffrey M. Villanueva, P.C. and the 1st Judicial District of Colorado, she's a seasoned pro bringing her A-game to the team.

Meet Joe, the legal genius with a degree from Texas Tech University School of Law. Formerly the Lead Public Defender for the City of Westminster Municipal Court, Joe's journey includes remarkable stops at Flesch and Beck Law, as well as Murray and McCarthy Law. Welcome to the legal dream team, Joe! 

Brittany, currently conquering the legal realms at the University of Denver Sturm College of Law, is bringing her academic skillfulness to the firm as our spring law clerk. Graduating in May 2025, Brittany is diving into the real-world legal adventure while completing her studies. Let's make this a memorable journey, Brittany! 

Getssemany, a familiar friend from the firm’s past, rejoins us with excitement and enthusiasm. Getssemany is a seasoned paralegal with 6 years of diverse experience in the legal field. We're absolutely thrilled to have her back, and we can't wait to create more success together! 

Here's to a year of growth, collaboration, and smashing milestones together! 

A Karaoke-Infused Recap of Our 2023 Firm Holiday Party, Achievements, and Festive Cheers to the Year Ahead!

Sarah Groven, Austin Baxter, Kelsey Martin, Tom Werge, Greg Corbin, Shelby Sokora, and Nicole Bartone (from left to right)

Last week, our team gathered with colleagues, past team members, and new folks that will be joining the team soon, for our firm’s annual holiday party. We held it in the karaoke room at one of our favorite neighborhood restaurants, Sushi Bay 17 It took us a while to get going, but after the drinks and sushi began flowing, so did the belting out of all the hits. Throughout the night, a spirited group of around 20, with glow sticks on our wrists, sang and showed off their best dance moves. It was a blast, and might be our favorite holiday party yet!

An entertaining sneak peek of the duet-filled karaoke party! (Attorneys Kelsey and Austin)

And before the party, we held our annual firm year-in-review meeting, giving our team the opportunity to reflect on the past year and plan the year ahead. We had a thoughtful discussion, recapping our team’s achievements in 2023 and setting intentional goals for 2024. Next Year, Werge & Corbin is focused on further carving out our niche among Colorado’s small business community, fostering active participation from our clients in their legal matters, and continuing to improve on the exceptional service we provide to our clients.

As we mapped out our direction for the coming year, we also identified the types of matters that align with our mission and discussed strategies to achieve our own professional goals. The firm meeting wrapped with a Secret Santa gift exchange, adding a touch of holiday spirit to our professional reflections. 

At Werge & Corbin Law Group, we are immensely grateful for another incredible year of growth, collaboration, and success. With the holiday party capping off our year on a high note, we eagerly look forward to the opportunities and challenges that 2024 will bring. Here's to continued teamwork and exciting adventures ahead!

Werge & Corbin Law Group celebrates their client, Building the Cure Foundation, and their Vision for a World free from Childhood Heart Disease.

Werge & Corbin Law Group is honored to feature one of its truly incredible clients, Building the Cure Foundation. Building the Cure Foundation is a source of hope that is committed to advancing medical research and developing innovative solutions to not only combat but cure childhood Complex Congenital Heart Disease (CHD).

Desiree Vrionedes Freris, the President and Founder of Building the Cure Foundation, stands at the forefront of a transformative mission, stating "We are on the verge of having an actual cure for heart disease, the number one killer on Earth! Together with Dr. Doris Taylor, we want to ensure that people who need a heart can get one, and that the heart will be biologically their own!" The Foundation is dedicated to supporting those pushing the boundaries of medical research and bringing forth a new era of hope for those affected by CHD.

Central to their mission is the collaboration with researchers like Dr. Doris Taylor, a renowned figure in regenerative medicine, who is developing techniques to build transplantable human hearts that use the patient’s DNA. Together, they aim to revolutionize heart transplantation, and their approach (described in this video from CNN) seeks to overcome the challenges of organ rejection and the scarcity of donor organs, paving the way for a more sustainable and effective solution.

Building the Cure Foundation hosted The Cure Gala on October 28, 2023, which served as a symbol of hope in the battle against heart disease. Against an elegant backdrop, Desiree Freris shared a compelling vision, uniting attendees in a collective commitment to transform heart health. The gala, a celebration of progress and collaboration, unveiled groundbreaking initiatives and marked a pivotal moment in the journey toward a heart disease-free world.

Desiree Vrionedes Freris and Dr. Doris Taylor at The Cure Gala, 2023

Werge & Corbin Law Group's work with Building the Cure Foundation illustrates the power of partnership in effecting positive change. As we celebrate this amazing organization, let us be reminded that together, we can build a future where the cure is not just a hope but a reality. Visit Building the Cure Foundation's website at https://buildingthecure.org to learn more about their initiatives and discover ways you can contribute to the fight against CHD.

Greg and Kelsey: Conquering Extraordinary Adventures Beyond the 9 to 5!

Kelsey Martin participated in the Denver Century Ride on September 23, cycling an impressive 100.2 miles with a total of 4,283 feet of elevation gain throughout the ride! The race took her from the Shops at Northfield through downtown Denver, over to Golden, where she cycled by Red Rocks and up Dinosaur Ridge, then through Deer Creek Canyon, Denver Tech Center, and finally back to the Shops at Northfield. It was her first-ever sponsored race, and Kelsey looks forward to competing in the ride again next year!

Not to be outdone, the next day Greg Corbin achieved an incredible milestone as well. On September 24th, he completed a 33-mile ultramarathon with a staggering elevation gain of 7,000 feet, reaching a peak of 13,100 feet. The race took place at the Sawatch Mountain Range near Mt. Princeton and Buena Vista. Greg's determination and grit helped him to finish the race, describing it as one of the hardest but best experiences of his life. He eagerly looks forward to participating in another 50k—or longer!—next year. 

We are extremely proud of both Kelsey and Greg and are excited to witness their future accomplishments.

Werge Law Group Making Headlines Over Lawsuit with Jason Derulo

BusinessDen and Denver Post feature Werge Law Group’s client’s recently-filed case against pop star Jason Derulo over his No. 1 Hit, “Savage Love.” Reporter Justin Wingerter states, “The small firm, founded last year, is carving out a niche in the L.A. and New York-dominated world of music litigation, all from a humble homebase in Denver.” Following many years of effort, Werge Law Group has established an area of expertise in bringing copyright infringement claims and other music-law matters. 

On July 31, 2023, Werge Law Group filed a lawsuit against singer Jason Derulo and Sony Music Entertainment on behalf of their client Matty Spats, a Grammy-nominated professional producer, songwriter, and musician. The complaint, filed in the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California, identifies that Spats co-created Derulo’s number-one hit single, Savage Love. The complaint also identifies that although Spats and Derulo created the song together in Derulo’s home studio, Derulo has refused to give Spats recognition and compensation for his co-authorship. 

Werge Law Group is honored to represent their client in getting the respect, credit, and compensation he is due.

Project Worthmore's Fundraising Event

On behalf of our friends and colleagues at Project Worthmore, we invite you to attend Dinner at Delaney Project Worthmore is a nonprofit organization committed to supporting refugees in Denver as they navigate their new lives in the community. As a member of Project Worthmore’s board of directors, Greg Corbin has seen first-hand the difference this organization can make in the lives our community. And now, our community can support this amazing organization. Project Worthmore is hosting a Dinner at DeLaney Farm, a Farm-to-Table event aimed at raising funds for this great organization.  

The dinner will feature the culinary mastery of Chef Andres Araujo, renowned for his expertise at the award-winning restaurant, UCHI. Guests can expect an unforgettable evening of exceptional cuisine, socializing, and giving back to a meaningful cause. The event is located at Delaney Farm, a place that provides the space, support, resources, and expertise for refugees to grow healthy, organically-produced food for themselves and their broader community. By attending this event, guests will not only indulge in an extraordinary dining experience but will also contribute to the invaluable work that Project Worthmore does for our refugee community.

All funds raised during the event will be channeled directly into providing refugees with the resources, skills, and support they need to adapt to their new lives successfully. Project Worthmore believes that every individual deserves a sense of belonging and the opportunity to thrive, and through their programs and initiatives, they strive to create a supportive community for refugees here in our great city.

We invite you to attend the Dinner at DeLaney and make a difference in the lives of refugees. Mark your calendars for August 19th, 2023, and make a positive impact by being a part of this extraordinary event.

Tom Werge Stepping in as Chair of Colorado Judicial Institute’s Judicial Excellence Awards Dinner Committee

Tom Werge was named the Chair of the Judicial Excellence Awards Dinner Committee for Colorado Judicial Institute (CJI). Tom has served on CJI’s board since 2022, to increase education about and improve the quality of Colorado’s court system. Fellow Board Member Shannon Stevenson was recently appointed as Colorado’s new Solicitor General, and with her new role took an emeritus position on CJI’s board and stepped down as chair of the Dinner Committee. Tom has big shoes to fill, and looks forward to making sure CJI’s 2023 Judicial Excellence Award Dinner is the best one in the more than two decades since the dinner was first held.

The 21st Annual Judicial Excellence for Colorado Gala Dinner will be held on Thursday, October 26, 2023 at the Hilton Denver City Center. This event will bring together business leaders, attorneys, and judges to celebrate the honorees of the 2023 Judicial Excellence Awards and to express their commitment to the success of Colorado's courts. Last year the event had approximately 500 attendees. It has been a marquee event for the Colorado legal community since 2003.

CJI promotes excellence, equity, impartiality, and public trust in Colorado’s judicial system. As Tom puts it, CJI “keeps politics out of the courtroom,” by supporting our amazing state judiciary and the impartial way in which judges are appointed and retained in Colorado. As a nonprofit, CJI relies on the support and contributions of individuals, law firms, and businesses to continue its important work. You can show your support for CJI by becoming a sponsor; learn more here.