Allison Ulmer

Allison Ulmer is a Colorado local government lawyer and partner who provides general counsel representation to special districts, municipalities, and local government authorities. Her practice covers real estate, contracts, employment, open records, construction law, and other public-sector matters. She helps boards and public officials understand legal requirements, manage operational concerns, and make informed decisions while serving their communities.

Allison earned her J.D. from the University of Denver Sturm College of Law in 2006. She received her B.A. with honors in Government from Smith College in 2001. Her legal education supports the statutory analysis, drafting, negotiation, and problem-solving required in local government practice. She is licensed to practice law in Colorado and Texas, giving her a strong foundation for advising public entities on governance, contracts, property, and employment issues.

Allison previously represented developers, individuals, and land trusts in real estate, land use, public finance, and conservation law matters. She later served as in-house counsel for a nonprofit organization in Washington, D.C., managing leases for field offices nationwide. She also represented special districts as a partner at another Colorado firm. This background gives her experience with transactions, public finance, property issues, nonprofit operations, and the day-to-day legal needs of local governments.

Allison Ulmer serves as Executive Vice President of the Special District Association of Colorado and supports its education, training, and legislative efforts. She regularly presents at SDA board workshops and annual conferences on governance, employment, open meetings, real estate, construction, and related issues. Her writing and speaking work reflects sustained involvement in special district law and helps public officials understand legal duties, emerging requirements, and practical approaches to local government administration.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Collins Cole Winn & Ulmer, PLLC
• Member, Colorado Bar Association

Licensed State

• Colorado

Education

• University of Denver Sturm College of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• >Smith College
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)