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See our blog at. Andrew EarlesVice President at Wright Water Engineers, Inc.. I have worked with Brian as an expert witness on several cases where I have provided expert reports and testimony on issues related to drainage and construction defects. Brian is an excellent attorney and takes the time to understand the engineering principals I work with to effectively integrate technical information into his legal strategy. I have observed Brian in action with clients, and he has a friendly and down-to-earth way of explaining complex legal issues to non-lawyers and non-engineers. In addition to these strengths, Brian is a very ethical attorney and a great person to work with.

I am a Member at Hall & Evans, LLC, a regional law firm based in Denver, Colorado, and am a member of its Design & Construction practice group representing construction and design professionals on residential, commercial and governmental projects.  I also represent business entities on complex business and commercial transactions, including commercial litigation, business organization and intellectual property issues.. As Special Counsel I represent and counsel my clients through early project risk assessment, licensure, project management, contract drafting and negotiation, lien prosecution, pre-litigation claim resolution and mediation.   I have significant experience and success as a litigator in state and federal courts, binding arbitration, and appeals on complex litigation matters ranging in damages from $1M to over $135M.  I am licensed in Colorado state and federal courts, 10th Circuit Court of Appeals, and the United States Court of Federal Claims.. In addition to my direct client counseling, pre-claim and litigation experience, I am a frequent author and lecturer on issues concerning construction claims, contract drafting, liability mitigation, and current issues that arise in the construction industry.  I am a faculty member for Lorman Education Services and the Colorado Bar Associations CLE in Colorado.   I am the Co-Author of Hard Hat Case Notes, a quarterly article in the Construction Lawyer, the American Bar Association’s Forum on the Construction Industry’s (ABA Forum) national publication, as well as a Contributing Editor.  I am also also Co-Author of the ABA Forum’s Fundamentals of Construction Law, Construction Subcontract, and State and Local Project desk books.  I am also an ABA Forum Steering Committee Member  Division 3 - Design, and a Committee Member of Division 2 - Contract Documents.  I am also a member of Associated General Contractors - Colorado, and a member of its Legislative Committee.

I have successfully represented hundreds of homeowners and associations in their defect claims across Colorado in arbitration proceedings and at the district and appellate court levels.. I have presented Continuing Legal Education (CLE) courses and HOA management credit classes regarding construction defect litigation with a focus on the interpretation and impact of Colorado’s notice of claim process and statute of limitations.  I also testified before the Colorado Supreme Court regarding pilot project rules impacting the industry.. My legal practice has covered other areas of law including product liability defense, natural resources and real estate. This diverse legal background gives a unique understanding of the complex issues often involved in construction defect litigation.. I attended Northwestern University in Evanston, IL, where I obtained my B.S. in Speech with honors in 1999. After working in the marketing department for Vail Resorts, I obtained my J.D. with honors from Loyola University of Chicago School of Law in 2004.

Travis Riley is an experienced trial attorney who handles construction disputes and commercial litigation matters. Travis is well versed in high conflict litigation, and he has extensive experience preparing complex cases for trial in state and federal court. Travis began his legal career as a law clerk to the Honorable Henry J. Bemporad of the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas where he gained intimate knowledge of the judicial process.

As a trial lawyer, Vince has advised and represented general contractors, subcontractors, sureties and other entities in all types of construction matters ranging in size from large-scale industrial commercial construction projects to single-family home residential construction. Vince’s typical caseload includes: construction defect claims; surety bond claims; construction contract review, formation, and dispute resolution; bidding issues; mechanics' liens and enforcement actions; payment matters; delay and disruption claims; building code violation claims; concealed site conditions claims; arbitration clause disputes, EIFS litigation and Spearin Doctrine claims. Vince is also experienced in resolving construction matters by mediation and arbitration under the American Arbitration Association - Construction Industry Rules and has appealed several construction cases to Kentucky Court of Appeals.In addition to his legal practice, Mr. Wegher is also a licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) with ten plus years of practical experience in the construction industry. During his engineering career, Vince was involved in all aspects of the construction process including: construction design engineering and “Greenfield” facilities design; design review and management; project estimating; scheduling; on-site field observation; site surveying; submittal review; requests for information and change orders; as-built drawings; and project close-out. Vince also has extensive experience relating to construction project administration including: site development and planning; complex municipal water system and drainage modeling; easements; project owner representation; construction quality control and assurance; state and federal regulatory compliance; multifaceted project negotiations; and creating and implementing project engineering design standards. As an engineer, Vince worked for and with numerous private entities; small and medium municipalities; large cities; state governments; and governmental agencies including: OSHA, EPA, DOE, DOD, GSA and USPS.Vince is well versed on legal issues facing the construction industry, and as both a lawyer and experienced Professional Engineer, he is often able to offer clients unique insights regarding their specific construction law matters. Vince received his Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from the Colorado School of Mines in 1989 including a minor in Environmental Science, and his Juris Doctorate degree from the University of Montana School of Law in 2002. Vince was admitted to the Colorado Bar Association in 2003 and the Kentucky Bar Association in 2003. Vince is also admitted to practice in the United States District Eastern District Kentucky, the United States District Court Western District Kentucky, and the United States District Court Colorado.Vince is a member of the ABA Forum on the Construction Industry and Phi Delta Phi Internal Legal Fraternity. Vince has spoken at the Construction Law Seminar Series; Associated Builders and contractors (Kentucky/Indiana) and ACI (Ohio) regarding Killer Contract Issues for GCs and Subs, How to Get Paid - A Contractor's Toolbox, Don't Bet the Company!-Insurance, Indemnity and the Big Risks, Best Practices for A Successful Project, and Project and Claims Documentation & How to Deal with Problem Projects. Vince has also spoken at the Home Builders Association of Louisville on Litigation - What Every Home Builder Should Know.

I have focused my interests, both academic and professional, within the construction law field.  I grew up working for my father’s civil construction company, eventually filling a project management position where I participated in and directed work for large energy and infrastructure clients.  This background and continued passion for the industry uniquely allow me to swiftly gain a firm practical understanding of the underlying facts of construction disputes. I brings a strong skill set of drafting agreements, motions, briefs, and pleadings to my litigation practice, while my extensive contract drafting, review, and management experience benefit clients for the life of their construction projects.. Prior to joining Brownstein, I was a summer associate and law clerk at a Denver construction-litigation firm, and a legal intern with Summit Materials, Inc. During law school, I was the president of the Construction & Real Estate Law Association, as well as a student attorney for the Civil Practice Clinic.

W. Neal Hollington is a Colorado trial attorney and the founder of Hollington Law Firm, LLC. He represents homeowners in construction defect claims, contractor disputes, and personal injury matters. Before founding his firm, he spent five years practicing insurance defense in Denver, where he represented some of the nation’s largest insurance carriers and builders. This experience provided him with valuable insight into how corporations evaluate and approach cases. Motivated to serve individuals rather than large businesses, Mr. Hollington established Hollington Law Firm, LLC to provide trusted advocacy for everyday Coloradans. Mr. Hollington earned his undergraduate degree from the University of Colorado at Boulder before attending the University of Georgia School of Law on a merit scholarship. While in law school, he excelled academically and served as an editor for the Georgia Journal of International and Comparative Law. At Hollington Law Firm, LLC, Mr. Hollington takes a focused approach, handling fewer cases to devote the time and resources needed to achieve the best possible outcomes. Clients are treated with care, respect, and regular communication throughout the process.. Outside of his practice, Mr. Hollington enjoys fly-fishing, gardening, golfing, and exploring the Colorado outdoors with his wife and two dogs.

Law, and more specifically, construction litigation, is my second career.  I spent over 10 years as a member of the management teams on commercial construction projects that ranged in size from $1.5M to $125M.  I have worked on construction projects in the states of IN, IL, CO, CA, OR, and WA and held positions ranging from estimator to field engineer to project manager over the course of my field experience. I've been extremely fortunate to work on technical and complicated projects such as hospitals, jail and court facilities, winery additions, and remodels of existing structures through both competitively bid, lump sum contracts as well as negotiated, guaranteed maximum price delivery methods.. I also spent approximately 5 years prior to law school working as an in-house construction consultant for a Seattle law firm that focused on construction litigation. As a consultant, I worked with the attorneys as well as fact and expert witnesses in the development of claims and litigation strategies.. Since graduating from law school, I have continued the focus of my career on the construction industry through the representation of general contractors, owners, and sureties.  I have tried cases to juries, arbitration panels and judges and have achieved success in each forum.  When I first meet with a client, I strive to understand the client's specific goals related to the dispute as well as the overall business plan so we can collaborate on the proper strategy for the long term, which sometimes involves more creative alternatives to litigation.. I am licensed in Colorado, Washington, Oregon and Idaho.  I am also a trained mediator and arbitrator.

TYLER S. LAMARR. Office Direct:. Email:. Tyler and his wife are from Colorado, but have been enjoying Utah for more than a decade. He is "Dad" to three children and enjoys traveling, spending time outdoors, and eating great food.. PRACTICE EMPHASIS:. Tyler is a Partner and founding member of Miller Harrison. Tyler handles HOA Matters, Construction Defect Litigation, FHA certifications, Governing Document Drafting and Amendments, Rule Enforcement, Collections, Real Estate Development, Insurance Litigation and Insurance Coverage, Landlord Tenant, Small Business Associations, Contracts,  HOA Setup and Development, and General Litigation.. Tyler has taught continuing legal education courses to the Utah State Bar Construction Law Section, the Seminar Group, and through the Utah Home Builders Association.. He has also been a member of an attorney panel and presented at the Utah Chapter of the Community Association Institute.. EDUCATION:. BYU Law School, J.D., cum laude, 2011Colorado State University and BYU, Bachelors, 2008. COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT:. Tyler is a Member of the Community Associations Institute, Utah Chapter (UCCAI), and has been serving as the chairman of the Events committee for the local chapter.. BAR/COURT ADMISSIONS:. Member of the Utah State Bar, Collections Section, Construction Law Section, Real Estate Section. Tyler is admitted to practice in State and Federal Court

Clark Fetzer practices Construction Law in Utah.  He began his career in 1981 as a law clerk to Honorable H. Vearle Payne, Senior Judge, U.S. District Court for the District of New Mexico. Clark Fetzer has worked in a wide range of settings, including the Utah Attorney General's office, construction and surety law boutique firms, and one of Utah's largest law firms.  Clark is an accomplished mediator and arbitrator.  He is on the Roster of Neutrals of the American Arbitration Association and the roster of mediators of the Utah State Courts.

With 30 years of experience in private practice I bring a highly organized, focused approach to resolving construction disputes and contract litigation in mediations, arbitrations and trials. Before attending law school, I served on active duty with the United States Air Force accumulating 2,000+ flight hours as a C-130E/H flight examiner navigator, air operations staff officer, instructor navigator and basic navigator at Dyess AFB, Texas and Yokota AB, Japan.  I served in the Air Force Reserve from 1989 - 2007 as a transportation officer, executive officer, squadron commander, special assistant to the 10th Air Force Commander, and Maintenance Group Commander.

I am an attorney passionate about my clients and cases.  I am a graduate of Rowland Hall St. Marks, the University of Utah, and the University of Pittsburgh School of Law. My academic career was in history and law and includes published work on Canyonlands National Park, East Germany, and argument for Pittsburgh in the National Moot Competition in Baltimore, Maryland.  I enjoy traveling, camping, and fly fishing, as well as meeting people, solving problems, and presenting to the court.  I look forward to working with you. Thank you.