Business Details
Your Trusted Construction Law Partner in Colorado
Higgins Hopkins McLain Roswell (HHMR) has established itself as a premier legal partner for construction professionals and insurers in Colorado. With decades of specialized experience in construction law and litigation, our firm delivers strategic, cost-effective solutions tailored to the unique challenges of the industry. Our team of attorneys combines deep legal expertise with firsthand knowledge of construction processes, enabling us to provide counsel that aligns with both legal and business objectives. Recognized by Best Law Firms for excellence in Construction Law and Litigation, we maintain an unwavering commitment to proactive risk management and aggressive defense strategies when necessary.Our practice spans commercial and residential construction disputes, professional liability defense, mechanics liens, insurance defense, and employment law. We serve developers, general contractors, and national insurance carriers, prioritizing early resolution of disputes while protecting our clients' reputations and financial interests. Our approach emphasizes practical solutions grounded in extensive industry experience, ensuring clients receive both legal protection and operational advantages.
Services
Commercial Construction
Residential Construction
Professional Liability Defense
Mechanics Liens
Insurance Defense
Highlights and features
- Hyper-specialized in Colorado construction law and litigation
- Proven track record in complex construction defect cases
- Trusted counsel for national insurance carriers and developers
- Proactive risk management and dispute resolution focus
- Attorneys with construction industry operational understanding
Associations and certifications
- Best Law Firms
Services
Commercial Construction
HHMR provides expert legal defense for commercial construction litigation in Colorado. We represent developers, general contractors, and insurers in contract disputes, defect claims, and risk management. Our attorneys understand the complexities of large-scale projects and deliver strategic solutions that protect business interests while maintaining compliance with evolving regulations.
Residential Construction
We defend builders and developers in residential construction litigation across Colorado. Our services include handling construction defect claims, resolving contract disputes, and implementing risk management strategies. The firm's deep understanding of residential construction standards helps protect clients' reputations and financial positions in both single-family and multi-family projects.
Professional Liability Defense
HHMR offers skilled defense for professionals facing liability claims in Colorado. We protect architects, engineers, and contractors against negligence and malpractice allegations. Our approach combines legal expertise with industry knowledge to achieve favorable outcomes through early case assessment, settlement negotiations, or courtroom representation when necessary.
Mechanics Liens
The firm provides expert legal counsel on mechanics liens in Colorado, assisting contractors and suppliers with lien rights enforcement and payment dispute resolution. We handle both transactional matters and litigation, ensuring clients receive proper compensation while navigating complex lien laws and deadlines.
Insurance Defense
HHMR represents insurers in construction-related defense matters, delivering cost-effective solutions for complex claims. Our services include coverage analysis, claims investigation, and litigation defense. We work closely with insurance partners to develop strategies that align with policy terms while maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements.
People
David M. McLain
Attorney
Experienced construction law attorney with decades of litigation expertise in Colorado's construction industry, focusing on defect claims and contract disputes.
Lisa Dunn
Attorney
Skilled legal professional specializing in insurance defense and risk management for construction industry clients across Colorado.
Ricky L. Nolen, Jr.
Attorney
Construction law specialist with extensive experience in professional liability defense and complex litigation matters.
Paul M. Bernstein
Attorney
Legal expert in mechanics liens and payment dispute resolution, representing contractors and suppliers throughout Colorado.
Steven L. Heisdorffer
Attorney
Seasoned litigator focusing on commercial construction disputes and insurance defense strategies for major industry clients.
Questions
What areas of law does HHMR specialize in?
HHMR focuses on construction law, insurance defense, professional liability defense, mechanics liens, and employment law for Colorado construction professionals and insurers.
Do you handle both commercial and residential construction cases?
Yes, we represent clients in both commercial and residential construction litigation, including defect claims, contract disputes, and risk management.
What makes HHMR different from other law firms?
Our attorneys combine construction industry expertise with legal specialization, offering practical solutions that address both legal requirements and business realities.
Do you work with insurance companies?
Yes, we serve as trusted counsel for some of the nation's largest insurance carriers in construction-related defense matters.
How do you approach dispute resolution?
We prioritize proactive risk management and early dispute resolution through mediation, but provide aggressive litigation defense when necessary.
