Connor Koval

Associate Attorney

Berg Hill Greenleaf Ruscitti, LLP

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If you could give your younger self one piece of advice, what would that be?

I would tell my younger self to be flexible and open to new experiences. There have been many times during my career where challenges led to growth. Something can be learned from every experience, and having different things in your background can add valuable insight to any career.
I would also say that the connections you make can shape your life, both in a professional and personal context. Focusing on relationships can not only lead to new opportunities, but also makes you a more well rounded professional. Knowing the people in your community and what is important to them unquestionably makes you a better advocate and attorney.

Who do you count as your greatest mentor(s) that have helped you succeed in your personal and professional life?

Having been on both sides of the aisle in the criminal justice system, I feel fortunate to have benefited from the mentorship of attorneys with a broad range of perspectives. During my time as a Deputy District Attorney at Jefferson County, I learned how to handle cases from pre-file to trial. I can’t thank my mentors at Jefferson County DA enough for making me the attorney I am today. This list includes (but is not limited to): Brian Domingues, Chandler Grant, Katharine Decker, Amanda Hensen, Chris Johnson, & Jacob Mathews, among many others.
I’m also very thankful for my mentors at Berg Hill Greanleaf & Ruscitti. Here, I benefit from attorneys who have a wealth of knowledge in a diverse range of practice areas. In particular, I’m thankful for the mentorship and support from the partners in the criminal practice group – Jon Banashek, Jason Pink, Kathleen Alt, and Charles Testa. These people have all taken me under their wing and I’m a better attorney because of it.
In speaking about mentors, I’d be remiss if I didn’t mention my Dad. Even though we are in different fields, I have learned a lot from him professionally and his work ethic. He also knows the importance of balance and living life to the fullest. He is well rounded as a businessman, athlete, family man, and friend, and someone I hope to emulate.

Where do you see yourself and what will you be doing with your life after 40?

I largely see myself doing what I am doing now. I’m passionate about representing individuals and helping them navigate some of the most difficult times of their lives. I hope to continue to improve as an attorney and work to make people’s lives better.
I also hope to be more involved in the Boulder County community. There are so many opportunities to give back both in and out of the law. I hope to use my legal background to help those in need through pro bono work, and also get involved in organizations that make our community a better place to live.

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