With excellent trial skills resulting from time spent working in the District Attorney’s Office in Colorado’s First and Second Judicial Districts, Connor’s practice now focuses on criminal defense and civil litigation
Overview
Criminal Defense
Connor is an experienced criminal trial lawyer who tried forty-eight jury trials in his role as Deputy District Attorney in the First Judicial District prior to entering private practice. He defends clients in a wide array of criminal matters and has extensive courtroom experience through all stages of criminal cases, including those concerning domestic violence, child abuse, intent to distribute, unlawful sexual contact, prohibited use of a weapon, violation of a protective order, assault, careless driving, driving under the influence, and attempted murder.
Civil Litigation
Connor’s trial and fact development skills also make him an asset in assisting in civil litigation matters on a wide array of disputes, including those dealing with civil theft, fraud, and personal injury.
Education + Admissions
Education
J.D., University of Denver, Sturm College of Law
In law school, Connor was a Provost Scholar. He also worked as an intern for the Criminal Justice Section at the Colorado Attorney General’s Office and at the Denver District Attorney’s Office.
B.A., University of Colorado
Admissions
- Colorado
Associations
Colorado Criminal Defense Bar
Director of the Masterson Family Foundation
Publications + Presentations
During his tenure as a District Attorney, Connor routinely provided law enforcement training to police cadets in court school, helping them understand the court process.
Honors + Awards
BziWest 40 Under 40 (2025)
Out + About
Connor grew up in Boulder, Colorado, where he played music in local bands. He is also a proud graduate of the National Outdoor Leadership School (NOLS) in Alaska. When Connor is not in the office, he enjoys spending time with his wife and their dog, skiing, hiking, backpacking, and playing tennis.
