DENVER, CO – June 03, 2024 – Kaplan Kirsch & Rockwell today announced the departure of Sarah Rockwell, a founding partner of the firm, effective June 01, 2024. After twenty-one years of dedicated service and leadership, Sarah is pursuing new opportunities as General Counsel of Ulysses Development Group, a Denver based developer and owner of affordable and workforce housing.

Sarah has been an integral part of the firm since its inception, contributing significantly to its success and reputation.  Sarah has served the Denver community in myriad leadership roles during her time at the firm, including most recently as Chair of the Downtown Denver Partnership and a number of leadership positions on City advisory boards, the Rocky Mountain Land Institute, Urban Land Institute and the Lowry Redevelopment Authority.  She has been listed in many national rankings as one of the most distinguished land use lawyers in Colorado.

Steve Kaplan said, “Sarah is an amazing attorney, and it has been a privilege to work with her these past twenty years. She has helped build this firm into a national firm working on major development, land use and infrastructure projects.  Sarah sets the highest bar for quality and ethics, and makes everyone working with her better.  She has made significant contributions to the  Denver civic community.  Her desire to work on affordable housing projects is indicative of her commitment to Denver, and making it a better place to live for everyone.”

In light of this change, Kaplan Kirsch & Rockwell LLP will change its name while remaining committed to excellence and innovation in the legal industry. The firm will now be known as Kaplan Kirsch LLP, effective immediately.

“Sarah’s dedication, expertise, and mentorship have been essential to our firm’s journey and success,” said Bob Randall, Managing Partner. “Her presence at the firm will be greatly missed, but we embrace this new chapter with excitement for growth, renewal, and the continued opportunity to serve our clients with unwavering excellence.”

Kaplan Kirsch remains dedicated to providing exceptional legal services to its clients across the nation, maintaining the highest standards of professionalism and integrity. The firm’s core values remain unchanged, and clients can continue to expect the same level of personalized attention and expertise that they have come to rely on from the firm. Sarah will always be a valued member of the Kaplan Kirsch family, and her contributions to the firm will be remembered and appreciated by all who have had the privilege of working with her.