Djenita Svinjar

Djenita Svinjar

Senior Counsel

Background

Business savvy attorney with a strong background in commercial construction matters. Provides clients with comprehensive legal counsel that helps them navigate the complexities of the construction industry and achieve their goals.

Djenita Svinjar began her legal career as in-house counsel and assistant vice president for a Fortune 500 title insurance provider, which led her to the construction industry. Djenita later began her career in construction as corporate counsel for one of the nation’s largest general contractors, overseeing a multitude of responsibilities, to include contract reviews and negotiations, resolution of mechanic’s lien and bond claims, and federal audit compliance. Thereafter, she served as outside counsel to several of the nation’s largest commercial general contractors, assisting with drafting, review, and negotiation of commercial construction contracts and external general counsel matters.

Djenita’s hybrid experience as both in-house and outside counsel enables her to offer clients a unique perspective on construction law. Her diverse experiences in her prior roles allow her to better assist her clients by providing pragmatic legal expertise and practical business acumen to deliver strategic solutions that mitigate risks and maximize value for her clients. Djenita’s approach is collaborative, working as an extension of her clients' teams, and she is known for her clear communication, responsiveness and practical advice.

Outside of her complex transactional practice, Djenita is passionate about community involvement. She currently serves on the U.S. Board of Advisors for Women for Women International, Saint Bonaventure University’s Alumni Council and she is also the vice president of the Denver chapter for the National Association of Women in Construction.

Credentials

Education

J.D., 2015, University of Illinois Chicago School of Law

B.A., 2012, Saint Bonaventure University

Admissions

Colorado

Nebraska

Missouri

Memberships

National Association of Women in Construction

Recognition

AWARDS:

Women We Admire: The Top Women Leaders of 2024

Colorado Super Lawyers, Rising Stars, 2024

Colorado Super Lawyers, Rising Stars, 2023

Denver Business Journal, 40 under 40 Award Recipient, 2023