Welcome to the Douglas-Elbert County Bar Association

“DEBA” is a non profit professional organization for attorneys in and around Douglas and Elbert County, Colorado.

Make a difference in your profession!

The members of DEBA not only develop their skills and their careers, they also serve as advocates for change which reaches far beyond the doors of our law firms. See Membership Benefits.

For the Public

Virtual Pro Se Clinic (VPC)

May 12, 2025

The Virtual Pro Se Clinic (VPC) was established in 2013 by the late Ric Morgan, an attorney in Elbert County who sought to address the justice gap by setting up a virtual clinic in local public libraries. The clinic had expanded to 87 public libraries before Mr. Morgan’s untimely passing in February 2024. The Colorado Access […]

For Lawyers & Members

Congratulations Matt Perkins

May 12, 2025

The Douglas Elbert Bar Association congratulates member Matt Perkins on his appointment as the first Public Administrator for the 23rd Judicial District!