Business Details
Trusted Colorado Springs Legal Representation
Our firm specializes in civil litigation, select criminal defense matters, and a broad spectrum of legal disputes. With decades of collective experience, we focus on strategic case presentation and pre-trial resolution while maintaining strong trial advocacy capabilities. Our expertise spans insurance litigation, professional liability defense, employment law, premises liability, construction/commercial losses, personal injury defense, and insurance coverage/bad faith litigation.We also represent licensed professionals facing licensing board complaints. Our attorneys combine deep procedural knowledge with a reputation for excellence in State and Federal Courts. We serve diverse clients ranging from individuals and small businesses to Fortune 500 corporations, maintaining the highest ethical standards and professional integrity throughout our practice.
Services
Professional Liability Defense
Insurance Coverage Litigation
Automobile Accident Claims
Medical Malpractice Defense
Employment Law Disputes
Commercial Litigation
Construction Dispute Resolution
Real Estate Litigation
Criminal Defense
Licensing Board Representation
Highlights and features
- We handle complex insurance litigation in state and federal courts
- Our attorneys maintain active trial practice with appellate experience
- We represent professionals across all licensing disciplines
- We serve both local clients and multinational corporations
- Our team combines decades of legal experience with ethical standards
Services
Professional Liability Defense
We defend licensed professionals against malpractice claims and licensing board actions. Our attorneys handle medical malpractice, legal malpractice, and disciplinary proceedings. With deep understanding of professional standards, we protect careers and reputations through strategic defense and negotiated resolutions.
Insurance Coverage Litigation
Our firm resolves complex insurance coverage disputes involving bad faith claims, policy interpretation, and indemnification issues. We represent insurers and policyholders in litigation concerning commercial losses, construction claims, and personal injury matters. Our approach combines technical expertise with aggressive advocacy.
Commercial Litigation
We handle business and commercial litigation including contract disputes, trade secret protection, and corporate governance matters. Our practice covers construction litigation, real estate disputes, and intellectual property conflicts. We focus on minimizing business disruption while achieving favorable financial outcomes for clients.
People
Michael Watts
Owner
Lead attorney with extensive trial experience in complex civil litigation. Specializes in insurance defense and professional liability matters. Maintains active bar membership and legal community involvement.
Laurie Harris
Paralegal
Experienced legal professional supporting litigation teams with case management, document preparation, and client communication. Provides critical support in discovery and trial preparation processes.
Questions
What areas of law do you specialize in?
We focus on insurance litigation, professional liability defense, commercial disputes, and complex civil litigation including construction, real estate, and employment law matters.
Do you handle both trial and appellate cases?
Yes, our firm actively litigates cases through trial while maintaining a strong appellate practice to challenge or defend court decisions when necessary.
What types of clients do you represent?
We serve individuals, small businesses, and Fortune 500 corporations with tailored legal solutions that address their specific industry needs and risk profiles.
How do you approach case resolution?
We prioritize strategic pre-trial resolution while maintaining full trial readiness. Our approach balances cost-effectiveness with aggressive advocacy to achieve optimal client outcomes.
