Construction Law Representation
Coombe, Curry, Rich, Jarvis specializes in construction defect litigation and has been one of Colorado’s best construction law firms since its founding in 1984. Over the last three decades, Coombe, Curry, Rich, Jarvis (formerly known as Markusson, Green & Jarvis) has achieved significant and successful results in Colorado defending developers, general contractors, subcontractors, design professionals, product manufacturers, and other civil litigants in both trials and arbitrations. Coombe, Curry, Rich, Jarvis has effectively represented construction professionals facing potential liabilities ranging from low four-figure amounts to high seven-figure sums. Every client benefits from Coombe, Curry, Rich, Jarvis‘s unwavering commitment to providing top-quality legal representation.
Outside of the courtroom, Coombe, Curry, Rich, Jarvis can help you build solutions to the problems affecting your commercial, industrial or public development projects. Our team has provided comprehensive support to businesses throughout the entire lifecycle of large-scale construction projects – from drafting and negotiating contracts to preparing and submitting bids, managing project completion, and resolving disputes. By taking a practical approach to addressing both the operational and legal hurdles our clients encounter daily, we have developed extensive experience in this field. With a deep understanding of the complex interplay within the construction industry, we offer pragmatic and actionable advice that resonates with our clients.
Areas Of Expertise:
Litigation
Coombe, Curry, Rich, Jarvis is one of Colorado’s finest civil litigation firms. Complex construction defect litigation cases are often referred to our law firm by insurance carrier clients, and we are approved counsel or panel counsel for most large insurance companies. While specializing in Colorado, our practice area extends beyond state lines to Arizona, New Mexico, Utah, Texas, New York and Wyoming. Our attorneys have also argued cases before numerous U.S. District Courts and U.S. Courts of Appeals, as well as in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit.
The attorneys at Coombe, Curry, Rich, Jarvis possess technical knowledge about construction defects, including mold, foundation movement, building envelope, fenestrations, roofing, and grading and drainage issues. We are also knowledgeable about recent developments in Colorado law that affect construction defect litigation including the Colorado Construction Defect Action Reform Act (CDARA), the Homeowners Protection Act (HPA), and recent Colorado appellate court decisions.
Our clients include real estate developers, builders, general contractors, subcontractors, construction product manufacturers, construction professionals and their insurers in complex construction defect litigation. The cases we have successfully defended range from straightforward single-family home claims to complicated litigation involving multibuilding condominiums and commercial properties.
Construction Contract Negotiation
When you take on a construction project, you leave nothing to chance when planning and reviewing schematics, timelines and budgetary constraints. The same scrutiny should apply to your construction contracts. Thorough and proactive negotiation and review of contracts are essential to preventing future litigation and the threat this can entail to your business.
At Coombe, Curry, Rich, Jarvis, we can leverage our extensive legal experience to provide value-adding advocacy through the delicate process of outlining, negotiating and finalizing construction contracts. We represent a full spectrum of individuals and businesses, including property owners, developers, contracts and subcontractors, through construction contract negotiation.
Aggressive Resolution To Construction Disputes
In some situations, even proactive contract review is insufficient to prevent contract disputes and litigation. Whether you or your business has been accused of breach of contract, or if you are the victim of an alleged breach of contract, significant amounts of time and money – as well as your ability to effectively complete the project in question – could be at stake. At Coombe, Curry, Rich, Jarvis, we work diligently to resolve contract disputes out of court. We strive to preserve trust and good faith between all parties involved, and to build creative solutions that satisfy the goals of each claimant.
However, if out-of-court discussions prove ineffective, we are unafraid to litigate to protect your reputation and commercial interests. You can rely on our tenacious, experienced representation through a wide variety of dispute resolution formats, including in the courtroom, through arbitration or ADR, and before relevant administrative or regulatory bodies.
Unparalleled Client Service
Coombe, Curry, Rich, Jarvis prioritizes face-to-face service, valuing personal connections and a thorough understanding of each client’s unique situation achieved through in-person meetings. Coombe, Curry, Rich, Jarvis can schedule monthly in-person status meetings at your office to help keep all active matters up-to-date and in perspective. Coombe, Curry, Rich, Jarvis values communication. You will always get a call back within 24 hours.
Coombe, Curry, Rich, Jarvis values your company and will strive to obtain an understanding of your business both from your perspective and the legal perspective. Coombe, Curry, Rich, Jarvis values your peace of mind and provides proven systems for collections and liens, litigation, contractual negotiations and disputes. Coombe, Curry, Rich, Jarvis values a deep and thorough understanding of Colorado law as it relates to construction, and consequently is always on top of the latest legal hurdles and challenges facing its clients.
Protect Your Interests In Construction Law
When it comes to construction law, taking informed and immediate action is crucial to protecting your interests and mitigating potential risks. A skilled lawyer can help you navigate complex construction defect litigation, negotiate contracts and resolve disputes. Contact us today at 303-572-4200 or through our online contact form to schedule a consultation and discuss your construction law matter with one of our attorneys.
