Grant T. Shibao

Attorney

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Biography

Grant focuses his practice on civil litigation and commercial law, representing businesses and individuals in complex disputes in both State and Federal courts. He advises and advocates in matters involving business/contract disputes, real estate issues, and other civil claims, guiding clients from early case assessment through negotiated resolution, motion practice, and trial when needed.

In addition to his litigation work, Grant maintains a sports law practice. He represents and advises athletes and collectives on Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) and revenue‑sharing matters in college athletics.  Grant has a passion for protecting athlete’s rights and represents amateur and professional athletes in pursuit of that goal in both administrative and judicial venues.

Outside of his legal practice, Grant is deeply engaged in community leadership, serving with the Asian Pacific American Bar Association (APABA), Asian Real Estate Association of America (AREAA), the Brighton Economic Development Corporation, and the Minoru Yasui Inn of Court. His recent professional recognitions include: 5280 Top Lawyers (2025-2026), Super Lawyers Rising Star (2022–2026), the 2023 Governor Ralph Carr Award, and 2023 Brighton Economic Development Corporation Board Member of the Year.

Grant’s approach to practicing law is grounded in the understanding that legal strategy is never one‑size‑fits‑all. He collaborates closely with every client to build a tailored strategy aligned with their objectives, prioritizing clear communication, practical problem‑solving, and efficient results.

Representative Experiences
  • Colorado Bar Association
  • Asian Pacific American Bar Association, Board of Directors, President Elect
    • Former Secretary; Former Treasurer
    • Former Chair of Professional Development Committee
    • Member of Judicial Nomination Committee
  • Asian Real Estate Association of America – Former Board Member
  • Brighton Economic Development Corporation – Chairman
  • Colorado Bar Association Leadership Training (COBALT) – Class of 2022
  • Colorado Bar Association – Young Lawyers Division
  • Minoru Yasui Inn of Court
  • Adams and Broomfield Bar Association
  • Colorado Bar Association – Sports and Entertainment Section
  • Japanese American Bar Association, Member
  • “Navigating Asian American Cultural Norms & Identity in the Courtroom,” Panelist, Colorado Court of Appeals IDEA Committee Session (May 23, 2024)
  • “What Now? A Discussion on the Post-NAR Settlement Implications for Real Estate Professionals,” Presenter, Exploring the Power of Real Estate and Networking for Legacy Building Presented by AREAA, eXp Realty, and We Partners Network (March 2024)
  • “Roadblocks to Partnership for Diverse Attorneys and the Impact on Legal Accessibility: Fireside Chat,” Moderator (December 13, 2023)
  • U.S. v. Gatto: An Old Case Provides a New Look at College Basketball’s Latest Scandal, 22 U. Denver Sports & Ent.L.J. 1, Andrew Janson & Grant Shibao (Spring 2019)
  • 2025 – 2026 5280 Top Lawyer: Entertainment & Sports
  • 2023 – 2026 SuperLawyers Rising Star
  • 2023 Board Member of the Year, Presented by the Brighton Economic Development Corporation
  • 2023 Governor Ralph Carr Award, Presented by the Asian Pacific American Bar Association

Education

University of Denver, Sturm College of Law
(J.D. 2020, Certificate in Legal Research)

University of Colorado, Boulder
(B.A. 2017, Majors: Political Science & History)

Bar Admissions

Colorado, Washington

Court Admissions

Colorado

Washington

United States District Court, District of Colorado

Supreme Court of the United States

Representative Experiences
  • Colorado Bar Association
  • Asian Pacific American Bar Association, Board of Directors, President Elect
    • Former Secretary; Former Treasurer
    • Former Chair of Professional Development Committee
    • Member of Judicial Nomination Committee
  • Asian Real Estate Association of America – Former Board Member
  • Brighton Economic Development Corporation – Chairman
  • Colorado Bar Association Leadership Training (COBALT) – Class of 2022
  • Colorado Bar Association – Young Lawyers Division
  • Minoru Yasui Inn of Court
  • Adams and Broomfield Bar Association
  • Colorado Bar Association – Sports and Entertainment Section
  • Japanese American Bar Association, Member
  • “Navigating Asian American Cultural Norms & Identity in the Courtroom,” Panelist, Colorado Court of Appeals IDEA Committee Session (May 23, 2024)
  • “What Now? A Discussion on the Post-NAR Settlement Implications for Real Estate Professionals,” Presenter, Exploring the Power of Real Estate and Networking for Legacy Building Presented by AREAA, eXp Realty, and We Partners Network (March 2024)
  • “Roadblocks to Partnership for Diverse Attorneys and the Impact on Legal Accessibility: Fireside Chat,” Moderator (December 13, 2023)
  • U.S. v. Gatto: An Old Case Provides a New Look at College Basketball’s Latest Scandal, 22 U. Denver Sports & Ent.L.J. 1, Andrew Janson & Grant Shibao (Spring 2019)

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