Business Details
28 Years
experience
Denver's Trusted Legal Advocates Since 1998
Stutheit & Gartland PC is a Denver-based law firm with over three decades of experience delivering high-quality legal services. Founded in 1998, our practice spans construction law, probate litigation, employment law, estate planning, and real estate disputes. Recognized by Denver Magazine as one of Colorado's top construction attorneys, we combine deep industry knowledge with a client-first approach to achieve favorable outcomes. Our team, led by AV Preeminent-rated attorney Brian K. Stutheit, prioritizes transparency, avoids unnecessary fees, and provides personalized solutions tailored to each client's needs.With a track record of success in complex casesincluding five real estate fraud trials wonwe serve clients across the Front Range from Boulder to Colorado Springs. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our contributions to legal publications, media appearances, and decades of trusted representation in probate, unemployment law, and construction defect cases.
Services
Construction Law
Probate Litigation
Employment Law
Estate Planning
Real Estate Law
Unemployment Appeals
Mechanics Liens
Will Contests
Trust Disputes
Contract Review
Details
- Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
- 30+ years of combined legal experience in construction, probate, and employment law
- AV Preeminent-rated attorneys by Martindale-Hubbell peer review system
- Recognized by Denver Magazine as top Colorado construction lawyers
- Transparent fee structure with no hidden costs
- Proven trial success in complex real estate fraud and probate cases
Associations and certifications
- Martindale-Hubbell
What people say
Knowledgeable attorney
Calming demeanor
Kept in contact
Thorough and empathetic
Best in profession
Services
Construction Law
Stutheit & Gartland PC represents contractors, homeowners, and design professionals in construction defect cases, contract disputes, and mechanics liens. Our expertise includes warranty claims, arbitration, and litigation for foundation issues, roofing failures, and construction delays. We serve clients across Colorado's Front Range.
Probate Litigation
We handle will contests, trust disputes, and fiduciary duty breaches with decades of trial experience. Our services include defending against spurious claims, resolving heir conflicts, and representing executors in breach of fiduciary duty cases across eight Colorado counties.
Unemployment Appeals
With over 150 hearings handled, we represent employers and employees in unemployment benefit disputes. Our flat-fee services include hearing preparation, evidence presentation, and appeals before Colorado's Industrial Claims Appeals Panel for denied claims or overpayment issues.
Estate Planning
We create customized wills, trusts, and powers of attorney to protect assets and family interests. Services include beneficiary deeds, advance directives, and prenuptial agreements designed to minimize future probate while reflecting clients' specific financial and familial circumstances.
Real Estate Law
Our practice covers seller nondisclosure claims, boundary disputes, and realtor negligence cases. We represent buyers and sellers in fraud litigation, contract enforcement, and title issues, leveraging deep knowledge of Colorado's real estate disclosure requirements and construction defect statutes.
People
Brian K. Stutheit
Founding Partner
AV Preeminent-rated attorney with 30+ years of experience in construction law, probate litigation, and employment law. Recognized by Denver Magazine as a top Colorado construction lawyer, Brian has tried five real estate fraud cases to verdict and handles over 150 unemployment appeals annually.
Questions
What areas of law does Stutheit & Gartland specialize in?
We focus on construction law, probate litigation, employment law, estate planning, and real estate disputes across Colorado's Front Range.
How much do your legal services cost?
Estate planning starts at $325, unemployment appeals are $1,100 flat fee, and construction law services start at $300/hour with transparent billing.
Do you handle cases outside Denver?
Yes, we serve clients in Boulder, Colorado Springs, and all Front Range counties including Arapahoe, Broomfield, and Jefferson.
What makes your firm different from other law practices?
Our AV Preeminent-rated attorneys combine 30+ years of experience with a client-first approach, avoiding unnecessary litigation and focusing on practical solutions.
Can you help with urgent legal matters?
While we don't offer emergency services, we prioritize timely responses and can often schedule consultations within 24 hours of contact.
