Brownstein Names Sarah Mercer Co-Chair of State Attorneys General Practice Group

Brownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck is pleased to announce Sarah Mercer, a shareholder in the firm’s Denver office, will join Jason Dunn to co-chair the State Attorneys General practice group effective June 1, 2025.

“Sarah brings a wealth of experience guiding clients through complex legal, business and political challenges. As state attorneys general continue to shape policy nationwide, Sarah’s strong relationships and deep understanding of how state AGs operate will be a powerful asset to our team and a strong complement to Jason’s expertise,” said Rich Benenson, managing partner at Brownstein.

Mercer brings a unique blend of litigation experience and government relations expertise; she develops creative strategies that align legal outcomes with political opportunity—whether working across the country with state attorneys general or shaping policy at the Colorado state capitol. She advises clients on proactive engagement with state AGs, helping build relationships, anticipate enforcement trends and respond to civil investigative demands and subpoenas with clarity and confidence. At the same time, she is a leading force in Colorado state lobbying, where she builds coalitions, drafts legislation and leads lobbying strategy on issues ranging from artificial intelligence and housing to financial services and health care.

Mercer’s determination and passion extends beyond her client work. Appointed by the chief justice of the Colorado Supreme Court, she chairs the Colorado Independent Ethics Commission. In addition, she proudly provides pro bono lobbying representation for Colorado Legal Services to ensure funding for free, high-quality civil legal services for the neediest Coloradans.