About Brian
Brian MacKenzie is a former attorney based in Denver, Colorado, who specialized in personal injury law. He was admitted to the Colorado State Bar in 1998 and the Michigan State Bar in 1995. MacKenzie earned his Juris Doctor from Michigan State University College of Law in 1995 and his Bachelor of Arts from the University of Michigan in 1992. He was a member of the Colorado Bar Association, the Michigan Bar Association, the Colorado Trial Lawyers Association, and the American Association for Justice. Throughout his career, MacKenzie focused on cases involving automobile and motorcycle accidents, wrongful death claims, workers' compensation, products liability, and social security disability. He was known for his dedication to victim's rights and handled cases across the United States.
His office was located at 1873 S — Bellaire St. Ste 400, Denver, CO 80222. In May 2024, MacKenzie faced disciplinary action by the Colorado Supreme Court, resulting in his disbarment effective May 29, 2024. The disciplinary proceedings revealed that he failed to exercise diligence in a personal injury case filed in November 2020. He did not file expert disclosures, conduct discovery, exchange or file exhibit and witness lists, submit jury instructions, or prepare a draft trial management order. Additionally, he failed to respond to motions based on these deficiencies, including a motion to exclude expert testimony and a motion to dismiss for failure to prosecute.
MacKenzie did not inform his client about these developments — One week before the trial's start date, he unsuccessfully moved to continue the matter. These actions led to the court granting the motion to dismiss for failure to prosecute. Prior to his disbarment, MacKenzie was recognized for his contributions to the legal community. He was a member of the American Association for Justice and the Colorado Trial Lawyers Association. His practice areas included personal injury, workers' compensation, social security disability, and products liability. He offered free consultations and operated on a contingent fee basis.
MacKenzie's disbarment serves as a reminder of the importance of diligence and communication in legal practice. Attorneys are expected to uphold the highest standards of professionalism and to keep clients informed about the progress of their cases. The legal community continues to emphasize the need for attorneys to adhere to ethical guidelines and to provide competent representation to their clients. For individuals seeking legal representation in personal injury matters, it is advisable to consult with attorneys who have a proven track record of success and who maintain active licenses. Prospective clients should conduct thorough research and consider multiple factors, including the attorney's experience, reputation, and disciplinary history, to ensure they receive competent and ethical legal representation.
