Matthew R. Gardner

Matthew Gardner is an accomplished attorney and the founder of Gardner Legal Services, LLC, based in Boulder, Colorado. Holding a law degree from The George Washington University Law School, Matthew brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to his practice. With a focus on representing businesses and individuals involved in legal disputes, he has established himself as a trusted advocate both inside and outside the courtroom.

Matthew began his career at a boutique litigation firm specializing in business litigation, employment law, and employee benefits.

Throughout his career, Matthew has successfully represented a diverse range of clients, including large national companies, local businesses, entrepreneurs, and individuals. His extensive experience covers a broad range of legal matters, including commercial disputes, breaches of contract, theft of trade secrets, medical malpractice, employment litigation, ERISA benefits claims, property rights and use, eminent domain, defamation, and more.

What sets Matthew apart is his unwavering dedication to his clients' specific needs and goals. Whether it's obtaining a multi-million dollar settlement, protecting his clients' property rights, securing dismissals, or prevailing at trial before a jury, Matthew is deeply committed to achieving the best possible outcomes for his clients. He understands the importance of effective communication, deep-knowledge of the facts and legal issues, and ensures that his clients are kept informed about their legal standing and any developments in their case throughout the entire representation.

Clients appreciate Matthew's personalized approach and his ability to navigate complex legal challenges with empathy and strategic thinking. His dedication to continuous learning, combined with his tactical cognition and strong advocacy skills, consistently deliver exceptional results. By tailoring his legal strategies to each client's unique circumstances, Matthew ensures that their best interests are safeguarded at every stage of the legal process.

While in law school, Mr. Gardner developed his legal experience by working as:

·      An editor for The George Washington Journal of Energy & Environmental Law;

·      A judicial intern for the Honorable Judge Beryl A. Howell of the United States District Court for the District of Columbia;

·      A legal clerk for the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) Office of General Counsel: Contracts, Procurement and Acquisition Integrity;

·      A legal clerk for the general counsel of Distributed Sun, LLC, a renewable-energy services provider.

Mr. Gardner also represented low-income clients, pro bono, for wage theft and unemployment compensation appeals as a participant in The George Washington University Law School’s Public Justice Advocacy Clinic.

As the lead attorney at Gardner Legal Services, LLC, Matthew Gardner is the go-to legal professional for individuals and businesses seeking reliable representation and outstanding results. With his comprehensive knowledge, impressive track record, and client-centric approach, Matthew is well-equipped to handle the most complex legal disputes and deliver exceptional outcomes for his clients.

Matthew is admitted and able to practice in the following jurisdictions and courts:

·      Colorado

·      Georgia

·      District of Columbia

·      United States District Court for the District of Colorado

·      United States District Court for the District of Columbia

M. Linton Wright

Of Counsel, Appellate Litigation

Linton Wright is an attorney known for his extensive legal research and writing experience and commitment to fostering the growth of his legal knowledge. Graduating from the Sturm College of Law in 2017, Linton has embarked on a diverse legal journey through private law firms, Colorado state government, and the legal academy. 

Beginning his career as an associate attorney at Cohen, LLC, Linton gained valuable insights into various aspects of mass tort, franchise, and construction litigation. Linton then transitioned to the public sector by joining the Consumer Protection Section of the Colorado Attorney General’s Office. There, he helped investigate major pharmaceutical companies’ possible violations of Colorado law in relation to the opioid epidemic. 

Following his tenure with the Colorado Attorney General’s Office, Linton embarked on a two-year clerkship with Judge Terry Fox of the Colorado Court of Appeals. During this time, he helped draft dozens of appellate decisions involving complex issues of civil, constitutional, and criminal law. Assisting Judge Fox with these cases required thorough legal analysis, clear and persuasive writing, careful attention to detail, and effective time management—all of which are skills that Linton continues to use as an attorney since the conclusion of his clerkship. He has since worked on a variety of civil litigation and appellate matters.

In addition to his legal practice, Linton supports the professional development of law students and graduates as a Career Consultant at the University of Denver Sturm College of Law. In this role, Linton provides invaluable guidance and mentorship to students in their pursuit of fulfilling legal careers. Linton has also authored two law review articles: one in 2016 while serving as an editor for the Denver Law Review (93 Denv. L. Rev. 551) and another in 2019 for Pace Law Review (39 Pace L. Rev. 711). 

Linton brings a wealth of expertise and a diverse knowledge base to Gardner Legal Services, where he focuses his practice on appellate litigation and the continual development of the law in Colorado.

Ashley Tasker

Paralegal

Ashley Tasker is the firm’s outstanding, do-it-all paralegal.

In 2017, Ms. Tasker graduated magna cum laude from the University of Akron with a bachelor’s degree in Political Science/Criminal Justice and with minors in Law Enforcement and Politics of Homeland Security. She moved to Colorado in 2018 to pursue her interests in the legal field. Ms. Tasker started her career at Ogborn Mihm, LLP, specializing in personal injury litigation. She received her Paralegal Certification from Metropolitan State University in Denver in 2020. Later, she worked as a remote paralegal in the civil litigation division of a mid-sized front range law firm before moving back to Ohio. She now provides legal support remotely from her home in Ohio, but visits Colorado often for firm-related matters and her own personal travel. Ms. Tasker joined the firm in September of 2023, and was specifically chosen as the first addition to the firm because of her outstanding dedication, enthusiasm, and team-work.