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Summary
Allison enjoys learning about each of her clients and every aspect of their business so she can tailor her representation specifically to each client’s needs.
She focuses her practice on insurance recovery and insurance litigation and on helping corporate policyholders obtain the coverage and benefits provided for in their insurance contracts. She also represents public and private entities and individuals in a broad range of litigation matters, including commercial contract and probate and wealth transfer disputes. Allison performs extensive legal research and analysis to craft strategies that further her clients’ goals.
Responsive and relatable, her clients appreciate the fact she takes the time to get to know them and asks questions to better understand their goals and desired outcomes. The relationships she builds feel like partnerships. She is an advocate for her clients in every aspect.
Allison is also committed to giving back to her community and is currently the Chair of Mile High United Way’s Catalyst Society – a group of young Denver business leaders committed to personal, professional, and philanthropic development and furthering the mission of Mile High United Way. In that capacity, she is also a member of Mile High United Way’s Board of Trustees for the 2024-2025 year.
Awards
Honoree, Best Lawyers® “Ones to Watch,” Commercial Litigation (2025 – present), Insurance Law, Product Liability Litigation – Defendants (2026)
Honoree, Colorado Super Lawyers Rising Stars, Insurance Coverage (2025)
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Education
- University of Notre Dame Law School (2015)
J.D., cum laude
Solicitations Editor, Notre Dame Journal of Legislation - Gonzaga University (2012)
B.A., cum laude, Economics, Political Science
Admissions
- State - Colorado
- State - Ohio (inactive status)
- State - Washington (inactive status)
News
One Hundred Forty-Four Taft Attorneys Selected to Best Lawyers® "Ones to Watch" 2026 News
Colorado Super Lawyers Recognizes 22 Taft/Sherman & Howard Attorneys for 2025 News
Insurance Journal Publishes Article by Allison Burke & William Reed on AI’s Impact on Insurance Industry Law Bulletins
AI Risks: Are You Covered?
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Community Involvement
- Mile High United Way
Chair, Catalyst Society
2024-2025 Member, Board of Trustees - Denver Metro Chamber Leadership Foundation
Participant, Impact Denver Program