Associate
Mishal
Ayaz
Legal Assistant
Mishal is an attorney in the firm’s litigation and intellectual property groups. Her practices include assisting with complex commercial and civil litigation, complex construction disputes, criminal litigation, and intellectual property enforcement matters.
Mishal’s interest in a legal career began in her sophomore year of high school, when she participated in the High School Law Institute at Columbia University in New York. She went on to represent the U.S. at the Hague, Netherlands, in the International Moot Court Competition, during her senior year of high school. Mishal then went on to Lawrence University where she was a pre-law student who double majored in Economics and Government with a focus on international relations. Her studies in Economics focused on game theory and how it relates to litigation, innovation and its effects on stock market valuation, and health care in the US. During her time at Lawrence University, Mishal also served as the founder and president of Lawrence’s Mock Trial Team for all 4-years.
Prior to law school, Mishal spent two years working in NYC. Her background includes a mix of financial services roles and data analytics. Mishal’s experience ranges from private equity to debt management, and even Education policy analysis.
Mishal then went on to the University of Denver, where she obtained both a JD and MA in Economics. During her time in law school Mishal took advantage of the University of Denver’s experiential learning program and clerked for two judges, interned at the Colorado Secretary of State’s office, and interned for a commercial litigation firm in Denver. In the summer of 2020, prior to her final year in law school, Mishal joined the BHGR team as a summer law clerk. Mishal continued as a law clerk with BHGR throughout the duration of her 3L year and ultimately joined the firm as an associate upon graduation.
Mishal grew up in New York City and upon moving to Colorado for law school discovered a newfound appreciation for the outdoors and hiking. In her spare time, Mishal also enjoys playing tennis, cooking, and traveling.
Experience
Civil Litigation
Mishal represents both individuals and corporate clients. Her background in finance and economics helps her understand the needs and goals of corporate clients, as the outcome of litigation can play a crucial role to the future of a company. Mishal’s past experience clerking for Hon. Robert L. McGahey Jr., a civil trial judge in Denver District Court also gives her a unique understanding of the needs presented in civil litigation. Mishal’s areas of interest in civil litigation include complex commercial contracts, fraud, securities fraud, corporate governance, breach of fiduciary duties, civil theft, banking, real estate, trust and estates, insurance, malpractice, construction, and intellectual property.
Intellectual Property
Since joining BHGR, Mishal has worked closely with our intellectual property group. Her experience includes trademark and copyright enforcement, as well as patent infringement.
Criminal Defense
Mishal has clerked for Hon. Roberto Ramírez, a Felony Crimes Judge, giving her a unique understanding and perspective of the needs and challenges faced by criminal defendants. Her background in finance and economics also allows her to understand the intricacies involved in white-collar cases.
EDUCATION & ADMISSIONS
JURIS DOCTOR
UNIVERSITY OF DENVER STURM COLLEGE OF LAW, 2021
MASTERS IN ARTS, ECONOMICS
UNIVERSITY OF DENVER, COLLEGE OF ARTS, HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL SCIENCES, 2021
BACHELOR OF ARTS
LAWRENCE UNIVERSITY, 2016
Colorado
2021
Professional Associations & Civic Affiliations
Law School … Yes We Can!, Mentor
American and Colorado Bar Association
Languages Spoken
Urdu
Hindi
Punjabi

Mishal’s Blog

Client Alert: Colorado Places New Restrictions on Non-Compete Agreements Between Employers and their Employees
Colorado has long disfavored non-compete agreements within the state. Historically, under C.R.S. § 8-2-113, restrictive covenants were void and unenforceable except for under specific circumstances, including: the purchase and sale of a business or the assets of a...

Kathleen Alt Talks Remote Work and the Challenges Companies Might Already Be Experiencing
In an article published in the Daily Camera today, Monday, April 25, partner Kathleen Alt offers some updates on the complexities of remote work, particularly, out-of-state remote workers. Check out the article here*. Writer: Paula Aven Gladych Contributors: Kathleen...

OSHA COVID Emergency Temporary Standard for Employers
In early September, the White House directed the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) to develop and issue an emergency temporary standard (ETS) mandating that employers with 100 or more employees require employees to be fully vaccinated or submit to...
In the News
Merritt Named Co-Chair of the Firm’s Trusts, Estates, Probate, and Tax Practice
Shelly Merritt, a partner at Berg Hill Greenleaf Ruscitti, has been named the co-chair of the Firm's Trust, Estates, Probate, and Tax Practice. Merritt has over thirty years of experience representing individuals, families, closely-held businesses, executives, and...
BHGR Introduces the Women’s Leadership Committee
Just in time for Women's History Month, Berg Hill Greenleaf Ruscitti LLP formed and formally introduced the BHGR Women's Leadership Committee. The Women's Leadership Committee is comprised of sixteen female attorneys and was established to recognize and cultivate a...
BHGR Partnership Expands with 2023 Elections
The Berg Hill Greenleaf Ruscitti partnership gathered at our Boulder office on January 31, 2023. In that meeting, attorneys Geoff Williamson and Benjamin Wilson were elected Equity Partners, and Elizabeth Froehlke and DJ Goldfarb were elected Non-Equity Partners,...
Firm Happenings
Updates in California Employment Law: Additional Requirements for Pay Data Reporting and Pay Transparency
Updates in California Employment Law: Additional Requirements for Pay Data Reporting and Pay Transparency On September 27, 2022, Governor Gavin Newsom signed into law Senate Bill 1162 ("SB 1162"), expanding California's data reporting requirements under Government...
Client Alert: What Employers Must Convey Upon Employee Termination or Separation
Colorado's most recent legislative session, concluding in early May, pushed through several new employment-related laws that concern employers and employees alike. Senate Bill (SB) 22-234 should be of particular interest to employers, as it requires employers to...
Client Alert: Colorado Places New Restrictions on Non-Compete Agreements Between Employers and their Employees
Colorado has long disfavored non-compete agreements within the state. Historically, under C.R.S. § 8-2-113, restrictive covenants were void and unenforceable except for under specific circumstances, including: the purchase and sale of a business or the assets of a...