Business Details
Trusted Civil Litigation Services in Denver, CO
Giometti & Mereness is a premier civil litigation firm based in Colorado, specializing in insurance law, wrongful death claims, and bad faith litigation. With over 75 combined years of trial experience, our attorneys have developed robust strategies to achieve favorable outcomes in high-stakes cases across state and federal courts. Our team, recognized for its deep expertise, represents insurance companies, their insureds, and plaintiffs in complex legal matters, including traumatic injury cases and coverage disputes. We maintain a dual focus on litigation excellence and educational leadership, having authored definitive works on Colorado law and conducted seminars to elevate industry standards.Our attorneys, including AV Preeminent-rated practitioners and expert witnesses, bring decades of hands-on experience to every case, ensuring clients receive strategic, results-driven representation tailored to the nuances of insurance law. This commitment to excellence has solidified our reputation as one of Colorado's top civil litigation firms.
Services
Litigation
Wrongful Death Claims
Auto Accidents
Insurance Coverage
Bad Faith Claims
Highlights and features
- We have over 75 years of combined trial experience in Colorado courts.
- Our attorneys serve as expert witnesses in insurance bad faith litigation.
- We authored definitive guides on Colorado insurance law and wrongful death claims.
- Our team includes AV Preeminent-rated practitioners recognized nationally.
- We combine insurance defense expertise with plaintiff representation capabilities.
Associations and certifications
- Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent
Services
Litigation
Our litigation practice leverages decades of courtroom experience to resolve complex legal disputes. We specialize in high-stakes cases involving insurance defense, traumatic injuries, and coverage disputes. Our attorneys develop strategic approaches tailored to each case's unique circumstances, ensuring optimal outcomes for clients ranging from insurance carriers to individual plaintiffs.
Wrongful Death Claims
We provide expert legal representation for wrongful death cases, guiding families through complex legal processes while prioritizing compassion and results. Our attorneys have extensive experience handling these sensitive matters, having established precedents in Colorado law and consulted on similar cases across the state.
Auto Accidents
Our firm specializes in motor vehicle accident cases involving severe injuries like traumatic brain and spinal damage. We combine insurance law expertise with litigation skills to secure fair compensation for victims while also representing insured parties in dispute resolution.
Insurance Coverage
We offer comprehensive insurance coverage analysis and dispute resolution services. Our attorneys help insurers and policyholders navigate complex policy interpretations, providing both advisory opinions and courtroom representation when disputes arise.
Bad Faith Claims
Our practice includes litigating bad faith claims against insurers for improper claims handling. We leverage deep industry knowledge to represent both plaintiffs and insurance companies, ensuring balanced, informed strategies that align with clients' objectives.
People
John D. Mereness
Shareholder
John D. Mereness is a highly rated civil litigation attorney with nearly 30 years of experience specializing in insurance defense and coverage matters. His extensive trial background delivers strategic advantages in complex cases.
Taylor R. Seibel
Shareholder
Taylor R. Seibel brings practical expertise to insurance law cases, combining litigation skills with industry recognition. His approach balances thorough legal analysis with business-focused solutions for complex insurance disputes.
Gregory R. Giometti
Of Counsel
AV Preeminent-rated attorney Gregory R. Giometti serves as an expert witness in national insurance bad faith cases. His litigation expertise spans decades, making him a trusted authority in Colorado's legal community.
Jessica L. Fletcher
Associate
Jessica L. Fletcher focuses on insurance defense litigation, applying recent legal training to support complex cases. She contributes fresh perspectives while working closely with senior attorneys on strategic matters.
Jose A. Rodriguez III
Associate
Jose A. Rodriguez III transitions his moot court excellence to real-world insurance litigation. His analytical approach strengthens case preparation across various insurance dispute categories.
Questions
What areas of law does Giometti & Mereness specialize in?
We focus on civil litigation with emphasis on insurance defense, wrongful death claims, auto accident cases, insurance coverage analysis, and bad faith litigation in Colorado.
How experienced is your litigation team?
Our attorneys have over 75 combined years of trial experience, including numerous jury trials in Colorado state and federal courts.
Do you represent both insurance companies and plaintiffs?
Yes, we provide balanced representation for insurance carriers, their insureds, and plaintiffs in appropriate cases to maintain versatile expertise.
What sets you apart from other litigation firms?
Our deep insurance law knowledge, expert witness credentials, and authorship of legal guides establish our unique authority in Colorado civil litigation.
Are your attorneys recognized in the legal community?
Yes, our team includes AV Preeminent-rated attorneys and frequent contributors to legal education through seminars and publications.
