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I Want to Sell/Manufacture Alcohol in Colorado. What Type of License do I Need?

The liquor licensing process can be very complex and confusing. It is imperative that applicants begin their journey on the right path. There are over 30 types of liquor licenses and permits in Colorado, many having overlapping privileges and they all have distinct differences. Many of these licenses also have different levels of regulatory approval. Without the proper information and guidance, this can often lead to an application for a type of license that doesn’t meet your intended operations. Choosing the

Will My Business Actually Protect My Personal Assets?

This is a question we get asked on a regular basis; most commonly associated with rental properties. While there is no way to guarantee 100% protection of personal assets in a business situation, there are many steps you can take to ensure a high likelihood of success. Oftentimes, people want to start a business, whether limited liability company or corporation because they have an asset that they want to receive income from, but keep separate from their personal assets. They have

Colorado Liquor Law Changes Effective January 1, 2017

As 2017 begins, several important changes are taking effect in the Colorado Liquor industry. SB-197 was passed by the Colorado legislature in May of 2016 and signed by Governor Hickenlooper on June 10, 2016, allowing the expansion of alcohol sales in retail liquor stores and liquor-licensed drugstores. Many of the provisions of the bill have now gone into effect as of January 1, 2017. Colorado has two types of licenses that permit the sale of beer, wine, and spirits for off-premises