About Michael
Michael P. Smith: Strategic Environmental Attorney in Denver, Colorado
Mike Smith is a strategic thinker skilled in navigating complex environmental and land issues. Known by clients for his insightful solutions and negotiating skills, Mike helps clients untangle increasingly complex regulatory regimes and resolve disputes involving water rights, water quality, solid and hazardous waste, protected species, land use, floodplains, oil and gas royalty disputes, and more. His diverse practice spans regulatory compliance, rulemaking, enforcement actions, transactions, and litigation.
Practice Areas
- Energy Law
- Natural Resources Litigation
- Environmental Compliance & Permitting
- Water Rights & Quality
- Solid and Hazardous Waste Management
- Litigation Support Services
- Flooding & Natural Hazards
- Oil and Gas Royalty Disputes
- Breach of Contract
- Environmental Due Diligence & Risk Assessment
- Natural Resources Transactions
Awards:
- Recognized in Ones to Watch since 2024
Mike Smith is a former infantry captain in the U.S. Army, who served two combat tours in Iraq. Fluent in French, he also briefly served as a peace support operations trainer in two African countries supporting peacekeeping missions in Somalia.
Education & Credentials
- Universities: Georgetown University
- Education: JD, Georgetown University Law Center; BA, Political Science, Georgetown University;
- Bar Admissions: Colorado;
- Languages: Fluent in English and French.
Firms
- Brownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck LLP
Affiliations
- Mile High Youth Corps, Board Member (supporting youth development in land, energy, and water conservation; construction; and healthcare career pathways across 23 Colorado counties)
At Mike Smith Law, we believe that every client deserves compassionate legal representation. As an experienced environmental attorney based in Denver, Colorado, I bring a unique blend of strategic thinking, negotiation skills, and practical experience to every case. Whether you are navigating complex regulatory environments or resolving disputes involving water rights, land use, natural resources transactions, or other critical issues, Mike Smith is here to help.
For more information on how we can assist with your specific needs, please contact us.
