Werge Law Hits the Slopes

Pictured (left to right): Brianna Champ, Dan Williams, Tom Werge, and Peggy Quines

The Werge Law team had a wintry change of pace, and spent a day cruising the slopes of Arapahoe Basin. The mountain setting was a perfect respite from the bustling law office, and the team took advantage of the time to discuss the “bigger picture” and future direction of Werge Law. Whether the team was flying down a mogul run or chatting on the chairlift, the day trip created ample opportunities for team building. We are happy to return to work refreshed, a little sore, and energized to continue to provide our clients with effective and efficient representation.

- Brianna Champ, Law Clerk, Werge Law LLC

Werge Law Prevails in Overturning State’s Employment Determination

Werge Law recently won an appellate reversal of a troubling underlying determination made by the Colorado Division of Unemployment Insurance. A worker informed the Division that he was an independent contractor and that he was not seeking unemployment compensation from Werge Law’s client, a small government contractor. Nevertheless, in an extraordinary move, the Division unilaterally made the determination that the worker was not an independent contractor, but was instead an employee. Werge Law filed the appeal and represented the company at the evidentiary appeal hearing. The worker did not appear at the hearing, but instead the Deputy who made the Division’s determination appeared to oppose the appeal. After considering the evidence, the Hearing Officer reversed the Deputy’s determination, finding that the worker was indeed an independent contractor, ruling wholly in favor of Werge Law’s client. If you or your small business is experiencing issues related to independent contractor status for workers, Werge Law is here to help.

Happy Holidays from Werge Law

The team at Werge Law wishes you a very happy holiday season. A huge thanks goes out to all of our clients, family, and friends that have made 2018 an amazing year. We look forward to continuing to provide our clients with high-quality and efficient legal services focused on litigation, small business, and music law into 2019 and well beyond.

- Tom, Dan, Peggy & Getssemany

*Art drawn by our very own Dan Williams!

Daniel Williams Named Associate Attorney

We are proud to announce the appointment of Daniel Williams as Associate Attorney. Dan was sworn in to practice before the Supreme Court of Colorado on Monday, November 5, 2018, following his graduation from the University of Colorado School of Law in May. Dan passed the bar exam on his first attempt, after spending the summer studying while at the same time assisting Werge Law as our law clerk.

Dan originally joined the Werge Law team in March 2017. We look forward to continuing to serve our clients through Dan’s great work. Congratulations counselor!

To learn more about Dan’s background in litigation, the Colorado music industry, and the creative arts, check out his BIO

Werge Celebrates Three Years of Independent Practice

Werge & Hahn LLC is excited to celebrate the three-year anniversary of its independent legal practice. In September 2015, Tom Werge left Denver’s largest litigation-only law firm and started his independent legal practice, representing small businesses in litigation, business, and music law matters. Three years down the road, Werge & Hahn is proud to continue that practice as it rededicates itself to continue its focus on representing small businesses and individuals, especially in navigating litigation matters. We look forward to continuing to help our clients achieve their goals for years to come.

Werge & Hahn Welcomes Summer Associate Marty Whalen Brown

Werge & Hahn is excited to welcome Summer Associate Marty Whalen Brown! Marty is in her third year at the University of Colorado Law School. She brings extensive experience to the firm, including from her years as a paralegal with the Murgallis Law Firm prior to law school. During law school Marty has also interned with the Colorado Supreme Court, the State Court Administrators Office, the Office of the State Controller, Boulder County Court, and the Colorado Department of Transportation. Marty has also worked as a student attorney with the Natural Resources and Environmental Law Clinic. Marty is on the Board of Editors for the University of Colorado Law Review and will be published in the Law Review’s upcoming volume 90. Marty grew up in Colorado and attended Cornell College for her undergraduate degree. She lives in Broomfield with her family.

Werge & Hahn Prevails at Trial

Werge & Hahn recently prevailed at trial for our client in a business divorce lawsuit in Denver District Court, obtaining a jury verdict against our client's former business partner for breach of fiduciary duty. The trial team included attorney Tom Werge, paralegal Peggy Quines, and law clerk Daniel Williams. We look forward to continuing to fight for our clients.

Werge & Hahn Welcomes Attorney Claire Hsu

Werge & Hahn is excited to announce the addition of attorney Claire Hsu to our team!

Prior to joining Werge & Hahn, Claire practiced general civil litigation in New York, and complex commercial litigation and insurance defense in Denver. Claire has represented individuals and small to medium-sized businesses in a variety of matters, including contract disputes, employment, personal injury defense, landlord and tenant matters, and business disputes.

Claire grew up in Korea and is fluent in Korean. She lives in Lakewood with her husband, child, and two weimaraners.

Werge & Hahn is excited to continue providing excellent legal services to our clients through our growing team.