Dustin Rickett is a corporate attorney with deep experience guiding clients through every stage of the business lifecycle. His practice centers on early-stage financings, mergers and acquisitions, and the ongoing corporate needs of founders, startups, and growth-stage companies.
Dustin regularly advises entrepreneurs from formation through multiple rounds of funding and successful exits, including sales to both private and strategic acquirers. He also represents investors in negotiating seed and preferred equity financings, and acquirers in structuring and closing business purchases.
Known for his practical, business-minded approach, Dustin combines legal insight with a strong understanding of deal economics. In 2024, he earned a specialized certificate in corporate finance from the Daniels College of Business at the University of Denver to deepen his knowledge in financial strategy and accounting.
Before founding and managing Root Legal, Dustin practiced at Fortis Law Partners LLC and a corporate boutique in Boulder, Colorado.