Denver school board approves agreement with outside law firm that could cost up to $1,000 an hour
- Posted on September 21, 2026
- By The Denver Post
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In brief
Denver's school board has authorized a partnership with an external law firm for specialized legal services, with rates reaching up to $1,000 per hour. This decision represents a significant increase compared to their current legal counsel, who charges $290 hourly. The firm selected has previously assisted the board and maintains existing contracts with Denver Public Schools for additional legal support, raising questions about potential cost implications and budget allocation for the district's legal expenses.
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Denver school board approves agreement with outside law firm that could cost up to $1,000 an hour
An attorney the board has sometimes used in the past, whose firm also contracts with Denver Public Schools for other legal matters, charges $290 an hour, district officials said.
