Stalwarts of Colorado Legal Community Retired in June
Bill Meyer and Jim Carpenter, two stalwarts of the Colorado legal community, retired from Hutchinson Black and Cook (HBC), LLC in June of 2021. They had a combined 89 years of tenure at the firm.
Bill Meyer joined the firm in 1975 and since that time, has become one of the best-known trial lawyers in the area. A fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers, Bill handled a wide range of major litigation ranging from commercial and intellectual property disputes, to representing Colorado ranchers, local non-profits and the indigent. For nearly three decades, he helped create and worked with a variety of multi-national organizations promoting the rule of law in more than twenty countries.
Jim Carpenter joined the firm in 1978 and spent the past 43 years serving as outside general counsel for numerous businesses in the Boulder Valley and beyond. His practice included a wide range of legal issues facing businesses over their lifespan, from business formation and financing, through contracts and other operational matters, to sale and merger transactions.
“Bill has played an enormous role in the development and success of every litigator at HBC,” said Kimberly Hult, Member, HBC. “Throughout our careers, we have all repeatedly found ourselves sitting in Bill’s office, explaining the latest twist or turn in a case, keenly awaiting his counsel on how best to proceed and help our clients. For many of us, he was the first person we sought when we were confronted with a particularly thorny issue, and he has, without question, contributed so much to our successes, both as individuals and as a firm.”
“Jim has been the heart of the firm’s business section for the past 43 years,” said Carla Sledge, Member, HBC. “His expert, practical, and sound legal counsel for the firm’s clients has been invaluable. We will be forever grateful for his exceptional generosity and are so fortunate to have had Jim as a colleague, mentor and friend for over four decades. We wish him the very best in retirement.”
About Hutchinson Black and Cook, LLC
For over 125 years, HBC's lawyers have been involved in some of the most significant business transactions and complex litigation in Boulder, the Front Range, and beyond. This longevity and the firm’s many practice areas provide the firm with a unique understanding of Boulder’s business environment and the Colorado community as a whole. Our experience can make the difference in recognizing opportunities, anticipating obstacles, and devising creative solutions. HBC places the highest priority on providing clients with individualized attention and legal work of the highest quality. To learn more, go to: https://www.hbcboulder.com/.