Aaron Ladd

Water Law

5.0 (1 reviews)

Denver, Colorado

16+ years experience

Dickinson Wright PLLC

Updated: Jan 02, 2026

Contact Information

303-723-8400

https://www.dickinson-wright.com/our-people/aaron-s-ladd

1125 17th Street, Suite 550, Denver, CO 80202

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Bio

Aaron Ladd is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Water Law.Aaron, who practices law in Denver, Colorado, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Aaron is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area. Aaron Ladd is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Water Law.Aaron, who practices law in Denver, Colorado, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Aaron is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area. Aaron Ladd is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Water Law. Aaron, who practices law in Denver, Colorado, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Aaron is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Local Legal Snapshot

Jurisdiction

Colorado

State Capital

Denver

Highest Court

Colorado Supreme Court

Bar Association

Colorado Bar Association

Typical Consultation

$150-$300

Typical Hourly Range

$250-$450/hr

Fee Model Notes

Hourly or flat-fee billing is common.

Estimates vary by market, complexity, urgency, and attorney experience.

Practice Areas

Water Law

Awards & Recognition

Recognized: Water Law

Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2024

Education

University of Denver, J.D., graduated 2009

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Reviews

Amy Jones

3 months ago

Expert Guidance Through a Complex Water Rights Dispute

When our family-owned agricultural operation faced a challenging water rights dispute with a neighboring development, we needed an attorney with deep, specific expertise. Aaron Ladd was recommended to us, and his counsel proved invaluable. His recognition in Water Law by Best Lawyers was immediately evident in his approach. He didn't just handle the legal filings; he provided a comprehensive education on Colorado's prior appropriation system and the nuances of our specific basin's regulations. With 16 years of experience, primarily in Denver, he had the practical knowledge to anticipate the other side's arguments and craft a compelling case for our historical use. His professionalism at Dickinson Wright PLLC meant we had access to robust resources, yet Aaron himself was always our direct point of contact—responsive, clear, and genuinely invested. The resolution he negotiated not only protected our water allocation but also established a clear framework for future cooperation. For anyone navigating the intricate world of Western water law, Aaron Ladd is the strategic partner you want on your side.