DU Law Stars

DU Law Stars unites alumni and the Denver legal community in celebration of those who have made remarkable and lasting contributions to the field of law and legal education. While the event format has changed over the years, the intention is the same—to honor our distinguished colleagues and celebrate the vibrant community that is Denver Law.

Early Bird Registration is Now Open!

Wednesday, November 12
The Denver Art Museum Sturm Grand Pavilion
100 W. 14th Ave. Pkwy., Denver, CO 80204

5 p.m. Reception for Past Law Stars
6 p.m. General Reception & Awards Ceremony

$75 Public Service & Recent Graduate
$75 Law School Faculty/Staff
$100 General Admission

Early bird pricing is effective through September 30.

Sponsorship Opportunities

This year's gathering offers sponsors a unique opportunity to gain exceptional visibility and engage with the Denver Law community. As a sponsor, you'll be in the heart of this prestigious gathering, surrounded by legal luminaries, practicing lawyers, and thought leaders. Don't miss your chance to network with participants and celebrate this year's Law Stars honorees.

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Sponsorship Track 1: Event Experience — Tickets & Tables
Ideal for law firms, organizations, and individuals seeking to host clients, alumni, and colleagues for a memorable night.
Presenting Sponsor: $15,000
- Two reserved tables at DU Law Stars
- Sixteen (16) tickets to DU Law Stars
- Prime placement of logo in event multimedia and name recognition in opening remarks
Platinum Sponsor: $10,000
- Reserved table at DU Law Stars
- Ten (10) tickets to DU Law Stars
- Verbal recognition from stage and logo featured in event multimedia
- Prominent logo placement in event materials and digital promotion
Gold Sponsor: $7,500
- Six (6) tickets to DU Law Stars
- Logo featured in event multimedia
- Recognition on DU Law Stars event website and printed materials
Silver Sponsor: $5,000
- Four (4) tickets to DU Law Stars
- Recognition on DU Law Stars event website and printed materials
To be included in printed and digital event collateral, sponsorship commitments must be received by September 30, 2025. For more information or to secure your sponsorship, please contact christine.mccoy@du.edu.
Sponsorship Track 2: Brand Visibility & Marketing
Designed for organizations looking to align their brand with the Sturm College of Law and gain high-impact recognition. All sponsorships come with two (2) tickets to the DU Law Stars event, plus:
Presenting Sponsor: $15,000
- Title sponsor of the 2025 Law Stars event
- Featured placement in quarterly Law Alumni newsletter
- Prime placement of logo in event multimedia and name recognition in opening remarks
Platinum Sponsor: $10,000
- Exclusive branding of the Pre-Reception
- Verbal recognition from stage and logo featured in event multimedia
- Prominent logo placement in event materials and digital promotion
Gold Sponsor: $7,500
- Verbal recognition from the stage
- Logo featured in event multimedia
- Recognition on DU Law Stars event website and printed materials
Silver Sponsor: $5,000
- Logo featured in event multimedia
- Recognition on DU Law Stars event website and printed materials
To be included in printed and digital event collateral, sponsorship commitments must be received by September 30, 2025. For more information or to secure your sponsorship, please contact christine.mccoy@du.edu.
Individual Registration and Sponsorship Options
Individual Sponsor: $250
- Listing in multimedia presentation
- One (1) ticket to the 2025 DU Law Stars event
Individual Tickets
Ticket Type Early Bird Price* Regular Price
General $100 $150
Law School Faculty/Staff $75 $100
Recent Graduates** $75 $100
Public Service*** $75 $100
* Pricing to increase on October 1, 2025
** Recent Graduates include graduates of the last decade (2015-2025)
*** Public Service includes those employed at government, judicial, and non-profit organizations
To pay by check, please make your check payable to “University of Denver” and mail it to:
University of Denver
Attn: DU Law Stars
PO BOX 209454
Dallas, TX 75320-9454
For more information contact Christine McCoy, Director of Development, Annual Giving at christine.mccoy@du.edu.

Thank you to our 2025 sponsors!

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Announcing Our 2025 DU Law Stars Honorees

Award Descriptions

William L. Keating Outstanding Alumni Award
The William L. Keating Outstanding Alumni Award is granted to a graduate of Denver Law who has:
- Maintained a strong connection to DU and the College of Law since graduation (e.g., by participating in the Michael G. Massey Professional Mentoring Program, serving as an externship supervisor, serving on the Alumni Council, or serving as a mentor in the Ascent program, among other ways of maintaining a strong connection to DU and the College of Law); and
- Worked to make a positive difference in their community.
Recipients of this award should also:
- Be excellent communicators with impeccable ethics;
- Be dedicated to the practice of law and to advancing fairness and equity; and
- Exhibit “good sportsmanship” throughout the legal community, both in and out of the courtroom.
The William L. Keating Outstanding Alumni Award may be, but is not required to be, awarded on an annual basis.
Robert H. McWilliams, Jr. Alumni Professionalism Award
The Robert H. McWilliams, Jr. Alumni Professionalism Award is granted to a graduate of Denver Law whose community work reflects their professionalism. Recipients of this award should also:
- Exemplify integrity and strong ethical standards;
- Have a commitment to strong legal writing that has a positive impact on the legal profession;
- Be dedicated to the public sector and/or pro bono legal services; and
- Be community-oriented.
The Robert H. McWilliams, Jr. Alumni Professionalism Award may be, but is not required to be, awarded on an annual basis.
Thompson G. Marsh Award
The Thompson G. Marsh Award is granted to a graduate of Denver Law who has shown a strong dedication to their community (e.g., via volunteer service or by providing pro bono legal services, among other ways of supporting their community; does not need to be in a teaching/faculty role).
Recipients of this award should also:
- Have an illustrious and fulfilling career;
- Live a well-rounded life outside of their career; and
- Be actively involved with the community.
The Thompson G. Marsh Award may be, but is not required to be, awarded on an annual basis.
Bruce B. Johnson Outstanding Young Alumni Award
The Bruce B. Johnson Outstanding Young Alumni Award is granted to a graduate of Denver Law who is between five (5) and ten (10) years out of law school at the time of the awards ceremony. Post-undergraduate professional experience prior to law school may count toward this calculation.
Recipients of this award should be dedicated to upholding the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct and be known for their outstanding contributions to the legal or greater community. This could be, but is not limited to being, demonstrated by:
- Exhibiting strong leadership;
- Demonstrating courage and humor in the face of adversity; or
- Being a skilled problem-solver.
Recipients of this award should also be deeply committed to their clients, listen to their clients, and act decisively on that commitment.
The Bruce B. Johnson Outstanding Young Alumni Award may be, but is not required to be, awarded on an annual basis.
Robert B. Yegge Excellence in Teaching Award

The Robert B. Yegge Excellence in Teaching Award is granted to a teacher at Denver Law who has made outstanding contributions to the legal educational mission and has fostered Denver Law’s relationship with the community. Recipients of this award should be retired or current members of the faculty at Denver Law.
The Robert B. Yegge Excellence in Teaching Award may be, but is not required to be, awarded on an annual basis.

Past Honorees

Take a look back at our distinguished honorees over the years.

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Stay in Touch

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Ticket Type	Early Bird Price*	Regular Price
General	$100	$150
Law School Faculty/Staff	$75	$100
Recent Graduates**	$75	$100
Public Service***	$75	$100