Administrative proceedings are those contested matters that are governed typically by rules of an authorized body of our government, whether state, local or even federal. These proceedings are typically less formal than a trial but the underlying elements are the same. Our litigation group routinely represents clients in administrative proceedings ranging from zoning matters to licensing, disciplinary actions and applications for variances or approved uses of real estate.
Arbitration is an alternate dispute resolution method whereby the parties and their counsel engage in a “private trial” typically before an industry expert that will sit in judgment of the evidence presented. The central role of the arbitrator is again to act as the judge and weigh the facts or circumstances surrounding the dispute. The ruling by the arbitrator at the conclusion of the arbitration process then may be entered as an order of the court for further enforcement as necessary. We regularly advocate on behalf of clients in arbitrations.
Commercial litigation is the focus of resolving issues surrounding business and commerce through a court or alternate dispute resolution system. Our staff and attorneys in this practice group are focused on employing the latest technology and processes to efficiently handle litigation matters producing a superior result.
Collections is the recovery of money or assets following a Default Recovery review or plan. In our collections group we utilize advances systems and tracking methods to allow a very efficient and streamline approach to collections. This approach allows for us to provide a consistent result in an otherwise uncertain time.
The construction litigation area of our litigation group is focused primarily on construction defects and contracts surrounding building contractors and suppliers. Construction issues in Colorado range from expansive soil to material defects, workmanship and warranty issues.
After credit is extended or services rendered there still exists the task of recovering payment. In most circumstances payment is made pursuant to the agreement or contract between parties but where it is not we are able to assist our clients in default recovery. In this area of our litigation practice we identify the assets and resources of the debtor and build a recovery strategy with our clients to maximize recovery and minimize expenses. This area of our practice includes skip tracing and asset location, both keys in a successful Collections effort.
Federal litigation may be pursued in the event that there is a federal question to be answered and the other jurisdictional requirements have been met. The practice of federal litigation is vast and complex and our Litigation Group focuses on federal litigation concerning commercial transactions, disputes and appeals.
Our General Civil Litigation covers civil, meaning everything not criminal, issues focused primarily on commerce and business. Matters ranging from property boundary disputes to complex litigation are the regular fare here. This area of practice is sometimes thought of the catch-all for those legal or business issues that do not neatly fall into some of the more clearly defined portions of our practice.
Mediation is an alternate dispute resolution method whereby the parties and their counsel engage in a negotiated settlement with the help and facilitation of a mediator. The mediator may have industry specific background or may not. The central role of the mediator is again to facilitate resolution and not to sit in judgment of the facts or circumstances surrounding the dispute. The settlement by the parties at the conclusion of the mediation process then may be entered as an order of the court for further enforcement as necessary. We regularly advocate on behalf of clients in mediations
Municipal hearings may be in the form of an Administrative Proceeding or other municipal court proceeding. These matters are typically regarding municipal ordinances or rules on a very local basis. Representation in these matters takes to form of our attorneys presenting and advocating the position of our client to effectuate a specific ruling or favorable decision.
The state courts are typically the forum for the resolution of most issues. The Colorado court system is comprised of three major levels, the small claims courts, the county courts and the district courts. Beyond these forums issues, if they meet the appropriate requirements, may be brought to the Colorado Court of Appeals and from there the Colorado Supreme Court, if accepted. The practice of state litigation ranges from simple to vast and complex; our Litigation Group focuses on litigation concerning commercial transactions, disputes and appeals.
Title resolution or title curative work is essential to the real property records. If there are errors or issues surrounding title it becomes unclear what the rights are of the current or potential owners. Without title curative efforts title companies are unable to issue insurance and the efficient transfer of title is encumbered. In this practice area our attorneys and staff regularly reform and clean up title issues. Sometimes these issues are resolved short of litigation but often they require court action and a judicial order for resolution.