On April 16, 2019, Governor Polis signed into law the final version of SB 19-181, known as the “Protect Public Welfare Oil and Gas Operations” legislation. SB 181 amends the Oil and Gas Conservation Act and other statutes to overhaul how oil and gas development is regulated in Colorado and give greater control to local governments. The amendments include: (i) jurisdictional changes, which greatly expand the authority of local governments over oil and gas development; (ii) prescriptive rulemaking requirements, which direct the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (“COGCC”) to undertake rulemaking on a wide array of subjects; and (iii) changes to the composition and qualifications of COGCC commissioners. While much still depends on subsequent rulemaking by the COGCC, and on action by local jurisdictions, SB 181 will be consequential for all operators and the consequences could be severe for some operators.

Join Davis Graham for a panel discussion on SB 181 and the impact that it will have on the Colorado oil and gas industry. We will shed some light on the most significant amendments to the Oil and Gas Act, discuss the upcoming COGCC rulemakings, talk about what operators can expect from local governments, provide our perspective on how the changes to the Act could impact current and future oil and gas operations in Colorado, and discuss potential litigation issues. The program will conclude with a Q&A session.

Confirmed speakers for this event include:

• Dave Neslin (Moderator), Of Counsel, Davis Graham
• Jon Bergman, Partner, Davis Graham
• Michelle DeVoe, Of Counsel, Davis Graham
• Mimi Larsen, Hearings Manager, COGCC
• John T. Sullivan, Partner, Sullivan Green Seavy LLC

Event Information

Wednesday, May 1, 2019

Registration | 7:30-8:00 AM

Program | 8:00-9:00 AM

1550 17th Street, Suite 500

Denver, CO 80202

Registration for this event is now closed.

For questions, please email Jasmine Paek at jasmine.paek@davisgraham.com.

The privacy law landscape is constantly evolving. The EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) was a game changer and was soon followed by the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), as well as other updates to state law. A federal privacy law may also be on the horizon. In a context of widespread legal change, how can in-house legal counsel and other teams best focus their compliance efforts?

Join Davis Graham for a panel discussion on the current hot topics relating to the handling of personal information, both of consumers and employees. Topics will include updates to Colorado’s privacy, security, and breach notification requirements; operationalizing compliance with the CCPA; proposed state and federal legislation; and the GDPR—one year later. The panel will identify trends and offer valuable insights for operationalizing compliance. The program will conclude with a Q&A session.

Confirmed speakers for this event include:

• Camila Tobón, Of Counsel, Davis Graham
• Adrienne Kovac, Associate, Davis Graham
• Alex Paalborg, Associate, Davis Graham
• Trent Martinet (Moderator), Partner, Davis Graham

Event Information

Wednesday, May 15, 2019

Registration | 7:30-8:00 AM

Program | 8:00-9:00 AM

1550 17th Street, Suite 500

Denver, CO 80202

Registration for this event is now closed.

For questions, please email Jasmine Paek at jasmine.paek@davisgraham.com.

Pay equity, gender parity, and racial equality are all lofty and worthwhile goals that people have been pursuing for decades. But the prevalence of diversity and inclusion initiatives without corresponding progress has left many individuals feeling tired and discouraged. This sense of constant talk with little to no advancement is known as “diversity fatigue.” Fortunately, there are practical strategies that people can implement to overcome diversity fatigue and ultimately change the status quo. Please join four remarkable women in a candid discussion on how to reboot diversity and inclusion efforts and turn small gains into big successes.

Speakers for this program will include:

• Joanne Alexander, Executive Vice President & General Counsel, Encana Corporation
• Lauren Casteel, President & CEO, Women’s Foundation of Colorado (Moderator)
• Nia C. Mathis, General Counsel, Visible (a Verizon company)
• Nancy Reynolds, Senior Counsel & Chief Ethics Officer, Western Union

This program has been approved for one general CLE credit in Colorado.

Event Information

Thursday, May 9, 2019

Registration | 3:45-4:00 PM

Program | 4:00-5:00 PM

Cocktail Reception | 5:00-6:00 PM

1550 17th Street, Suite 500 | Denver, CO 80202

Registration for this event is now closed.

For questions, please email Jasmine Paek at jasmine.paek@davisgraham.com.

Private Equity & Private Company M&A Deal Community Networking Reception, following the Rocky Mountain Corporate Growth Conference.

Event Information

Monday, April 8, 2019

6:00-8:00 PM

Tamayo

1400 Larimer Street

Denver, CO 80202

Please join us for a presentation and discussion on air permitting after serious nonattainment designation for the Denver Metro and North Front Range, likely to occur in January of 2020. This important and timely briefing will address:

• The regulatory background for serious non-attainment designation and its impacts upon permitting of existing, new and modified sources, including pre-construction NSR permitting;
• Creative and credible permitting strategies for minor and synthetic minor sources;
• Discussion of what operators can be doing now to better ensure permitting of their new and modified sources after January of 2020; and
• Question and Answer period for faculty and attendees.

The speakers for this discussion will include:

• Kenny Malmquist, Managing Principal Engineer, SLR Consulting
• David A. Stewart, VP EHS&R and External Affairs, Crestone Peak Resources
• James Van Horne, Senior Engineer, SLR Consulting
• John Jacus, Partner, Davis Graham
• Will Marshall, Associate, Davis Graham

Event Information

Wednesday, April 3, 2019

Breakfast & Registration | 7:30 AM

Program | 8:00-9:00 AM

1550 17th Street, Suite 500 | Denver, CO 80202

Registration for this event is now closed.

For questions, please email Jasmine Paek at jasmine.paek@davisgraham.com.

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Tech Hops is a gathering of the Colorado tech community, from startups to local success stories, in a casual relaxed atmosphere brought to you by the Davis Graham Tech Law Group. We are featuring an onsite demo by Epilog Laser of their newest laser engraving, cutting, and marking technology.

Thursday, March 7, 2019

5:30-7:30 PM

Woods Boss Brewing Company

2210 California Street

Denver, CO 80205

Registration is now closed.

Tuesday, February 26, 2019

5:30 PM

Shanahan’s Steakhouse

5085 South Syracuse Street,

Denver, CO 80237

Please join Davis Graham and your human resources peers at the first Employment Law Update installment of 2019. Attendees will get an in-depth look at the issues impacting Colorado employers.

We will cover some potential changes to Colorado law, including:

• proposed changes requiring paid family and medical leave;
• proposed changes to the Equal Pay Act; and
• proposed changes to evaluating job applicants with criminal histories.

Additionally, we will cover the latest updates on employee theft of company records, including employer policies and best practices. We will also cover the #MeToo movement and its impact in 2019.

The speakers for this discussion will include:

• Janet Savage, Partner
• Sybil Kisken, Partner

Event Information

Thursday, March 7, 2019

Breakfast & Registration | 7:30 AM

Program | 8:00-9:00 AM

1550 17th Street, Suite 500 | Denver, CO 80202

Registration for this event is now closed.

For questions, please email Jasmine Paek at jasmine.paek@davisgraham.com.

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Thursday, June 6, 2019

6:00—9:00 PM

Denver Museum of Nature and Science

2001 Colorado Blvd | Denver, CO 80205

Private Planetarium show offered.

Thursday, February 7, 2019

5:30-7:30 PM

SOL Mexican Cocina

200 Columbine Street, #110

Denver, CO 80206