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Davis Graham & Stubbs LLP

Litigation: General Commercial

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Davis Graham & Stubbs LLP

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DGS lawyers – including many former prosecutors and public defenders – have substantial records of trying lawsuits in front of juries and judges. Their extensive jury trial experience gives them an advantage in narrowing claims and negotiating favorable settlements. The firm also conducts litigation planning, mediation and other alternative dispute resolution, all forms of pre-trial motion and discovery practice and trials and appeals at all levels.

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Litigation: General Commercial - Colorado

Band 2

What the Team is Known For

Davis Graham & Stubbs LLP is a strong and diverse law firm that impresses in a range of matters including antitrust, telecommunications, personal injury and IP litigation. The firm draws on a bench of experienced trial lawyers who are adept across industries. The team has developed particular strength in energy, environmental, commercial and securities matters. It represents clients in disputes involving bankruptcy, intellectual property, securities, mining, environmental/toxic tort, telecommunications and white-collar criminal defense.

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Work Highlights

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  • Davis Graham & Stubbs represented renewable energy developer Invenergy in litigation contesting the development fees required to obtain the necessary local government permits for its wind and solar energy projects.

Strengths

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  • The firm has deep knowledge of the law and a willingness to partner with stakeholders to explain it. Its lawyers can see a number of moves ahead and use that as leverage for a successful conclusion.

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  • The firm demonstrates consistently top-tier work product and case management.

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  • The firm provides constant communication, transparency about challenges and weaknesses and strategic insight. The lawyers demonstrate great attention to detail while balancing precision and speed.

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  • Davis Graham & Stubbs ran circles around the opposing counsel.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Chad Williams
    Chad Williams

    Chad Williams

    Chad Williams practices civil and criminal litigation with a focus on complex white-collar defense. He is experienced in handling cases at the federal level and representing public and private corporations as well as high profile individuals. He currently acts as co-managing partner of Davis Graham & Stubbs.

    • He's a very strong white-collar professional who gets good cases. He's very well respected in the community.

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    • Chad Williams is smart, creative, purpose-driven and very knowledgeable.

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    • Chad does terrific work in both civil and criminal practice, as well as managing a major law firm in the Denver market.

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    • Chad has an excellent demeanor and is well respected by clients from business leaders to all levels. He also has great, business-oriented judgment.

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  • Theresa Wardon Benz
    Theresa Wardon Benz

    Theresa Wardon Benz

    Theresa Wardon Benz leads the appellate practice at Davis Graham & Stubbs and has worked on high stakes appeals in areas such as product liability and environmental litigation.

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  • Jacqueline V. Roeder
    Jacqueline V. Roeder

    Jacqueline V. Roeder

    Jacqueline Roeder currently serves as the chair of the firm's trial department and leads the white collar defense and investigations group. Her focus is on internal investigations and white collar defense. She has experience handling cases involving the SEC and DOJ.

    • Jacqueline Roeder is smart, dedicated and always prepared.

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  • Mark Champoux
    Mark Champoux

    Mark Champoux

    Mark Champoux currently serves as the head of the trial and appellate practice at Davis Graham & Stubbs. He has former experience at the US Department of Justice and handles complex litigation matters, in industries covering the energy, defense, real estate, contracts, business torts and product liability sectors.

    • Clients trust him on big litigation.

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    • Mark is pleasant to work with and a clear, concise communicator.

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    • He's a really smart guy and a sharp lawyer.

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    • Mark is a great litigator who is easy to work with.

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    • He is exceptional at managing complex cases through the court system.

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  • Tess Hand-Bender
    Tess Hand-Bender

    Tess Hand-Bender

    Tess Hand-Bender is an experienced commercial litigator sought after by a wide array of clients, including those from the telecommunications and real estate sectors.

    • She's thoughtful and a real counsellor who helps clients get what they need through the litigation process.

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    • Tess is a real smart lawyer who does great work.

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Ranked Individuals at Davis Graham & Stubbs LLP (5)

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    Chad Williams

    Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations

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    Jacqueline V. Roeder

    Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations

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