Lyons Gaddis Welcomes Four Legal Professionals

Lyons Gaddis is proud to welcome three attorneys and one paralegal previously with Boulder-based Vranesh & Raisch LLP. The move deepens Lyons Gaddis’ water law practice and reflects the firm’s broader trajectory of growth across all core practice areas.

Pete Johnson brings over fifteen years of experience representing local governments, special districts, and other clients in Colorado. His practice focuses on water court litigation, supply planning, reuse projects, and various water transactions. Previously an Assistant Attorney General in Colorado’s Natural Resources Section, Pete is known for his practical legal counsel and problem-solving skills.

Andrea Kehrl represents local governments, special districts, private individuals and companies, and water authorities in all aspects of water law. Her experience spans transactions, litigation, permitting and other administrative approvals, special district general counsel, and environmental matters. Andrea has practiced water, natural resources, and environmental law since 2010 with a focus on Colorado water law since 2012.

Bradley Kershaw represents public and private water users in water rights litigation and transactions. Practicing Colorado water law since 2017, he has appeared before Water Courts across the state. He holds a law degree from the University of Colorado and earned top academic honors in water law.

Cindy McMurl joins the firm as a paralegal with over thirty years of experience in water law and administrative processes. Her experience, attention to detail, and dedication will support the firm’s continued excellence in client service.

Focused Growth and Investment in Talent

“We’re executing a long-term strategy to grow with purpose, bringing in top legal minds who align with our values, our vision, and the evolving needs of our clients,” said Cameron Grant, shareholder at Lyons Gaddis. “It’s about expanding not only our capacity, but also the depth, perspective, and agility we offer across every area of the law.”

While Lyons Gaddis is widely known for its work in water and environmental law, the firm has experienced sustained growth across a diverse range of practice areas. With more than 50 attorneys, legal professionals, and staff, the firm serves clients across Colorado in areas including:

• Business and real estate: Advising entrepreneurs, developers, and commercial enterprises
• Estate planning and probate: Supporting families through life’s transitions
• Litigation and family law: Resolving complex disputes with skill and compassion
• School law: Representing nearly 20 public school districts statewide
• Water law: Offering deep expertise to municipalities, districts, and agricultural stakeholders

“This expansion represents a continued investment in our firm’s talent and ability to deliver forward-looking counsel across multiple disciplines,” said Jeff Kahn, Senior Counsel in the firm’s water law group. “We’re building a practice for the future, one that not only meets the evolving needs of our clients but anticipates them. That means growing thoughtfully, expanding institutional knowledge, and reinforcing the values that have guided us for more than 50 years.”