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Colorado’s experts in construction defect litigation, representing homeowners and HOAs with unparalleled expertise and guiding cases to swift, effective resolutions.

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About Nelson Law Firm

Representing Homeowners and Construction Professionals for Over 30 Years

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Since 2007, Nelson Law Firm has been the trusted advocate for homeowners and HOAs facing complex construction defect issues. Our attorneys are licensed in Colorado, Wyoming, Nebraska, California, and Florida, serving clients in all five states. With a background in both defense and plaintiff representation, we understand all sides of a case, navigate insurance intricacies, and achieve results efficiently. Known for our commitment to quality over volume, we bring a unique blend of seasoned expertise and modern practice to deliver top-tier service and client satisfaction.

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30+
Years of experience
1,000+
Successful Cases
$500M+
Client Recovery
30+
Industry Awards
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Construction Defect Litigation

Nelson Law specializes in representing homeowners and HOAs in construction defect cases, combining deep industry knowledge with strong advocacy. From expert evaluation to resolution, we ensure that every case is handled with precision.

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Construction Defect Litigation

Insurance Coverage Litigation

Advocating and, if necessary, litigating for insurance coverage is essential to achieving successful outcomes. We guide clients through the complexities of coverage, helping maximize results by triggering appropriate policy responses.

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Insurance Coverage Litigation

Commercial Litigation & Mechanics' Liens

Navigating commercial disputes requires strategic precision to protect business interests. We guide clients through the complexities of mechanics' liens, contract disputes, and professional negligence, ensuring every case is managed to achieve optimal outcomes.

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Commercial Litigation & Mechanics' Liens

Real Estate Litigation

Protecting property rights requires decisive action and specialized knowledge. We represent clients in complex real estate disputes—whether involving title claims, boundary issues, or seller misrepresentation—to ensure their investments are secure.

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Real Estate Litigation

Civil Litigation

We have over 50 years of combined experience handling personal injury and wrongful death cases, including motor vehicle, premises and product liability cases.

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Civil Litigation
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Testimonials

What Our Clients Say

Hear from clients who have entrusted their cases to Nelson Law Firm.

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“We cannot recommend them enough!”

Mark, Thomas and Andres were extremely knowledgeable and diligent in handling our case from the very beginning all the way until we reached a settlement. Our case was very difficult for outside parties to follow on paper, which made our whole experience frustrating to say the least. The Nelson team handled each step of the way calmly and strategically and in the end, it paid off. We are content with the settlement they attained for us and are happy we can finally move on from a nightmare renovation. We cannot recommend them enough!

Benji Gold

“If you are a homeowner or homebuilder, you need to have them on your side”

The Nelson Law Firm has become an invaluable asset to my custom construction company. Mark and his team have helped me on numerous occasions reach the outcome that I was seeking. The specialized contracts they have drafted for me have protected me at every turn - my clients even appreciate them! If you are a homeowner or homebuilder, you need to have them on your side. As I like to say "Give em' the Full Nelson!" Thank you Nelson Law Firm!!

Jesse Powell
Prestige Construction, LLC

“Her subject matter and local jurisdiction expertise was demonstrated immediately”

I am a former General Counsel of a public company and have hired and worked with attorneys from every size law firm in numerous jurisdictions on litigation and contractual matters over the past 25 years. I retained Melissa Hessler to help my son with a claim against an adversarial real estate developer in Denver, and, even though it was a small matter for her, she provided excellent representation, attention to detail, and genuine interest in a favorable practical outcome. Her subject matter and local jurisdiction expertise was demonstrated immediately, and she handled the representation efficiently. A real pleasure to work with.

Randall Young

"Their professionalism, knowledge, and dedication are unparalleled."

Quality Legal Service. Over the last year, I had the opportunity to work with Mark Nelson & firm on a CDARA claim and I am very pleased with their services. From the outset, they showed an understanding of the complexities involved in such a process, and their expertise was evident in our interactions.
If you're in need of legal assistance, particularly with a CDARA claim, I wholeheartedly recommend Mark. Their professionalism, knowledge, and dedication to their clients are unparalleled.

Marnie Gloor

"The negotiated resolution was equitable, and I was pleased with the outcome."

In 2022, I hired the Nelson law firm to address and resolve several major problems with my newly constructed home. Mark and his staff handled my problems effectively and in a timely manner. The negotiated resolution obtained from the home builder was equitable and I was pleased with the outcome. I think that this law firm, overall, did an excellent job and I would highly recommend them to others.

Ed Gonzales

"Nelson Law Firm negotiated a settlement that made me feel fairly compensated."

Mark, Thomas, Ivy and Dawn at Nelson Law Firm represented my wife and me effectively in our legal action against our home builder for construction defects. As is probably the case for most legal actions of this type, it wasn't quick or simple, and of course it all comes at a price, but in the end, Nelson Law Firm negotiated a settlement that made me feel like I was fairly compensated, and I couldn't have done it without their knowledge, expertise and skill. Throughout the process, they kept me updated and informed as to the progress and the next steps. I would recommend Nelson Law Firm to anyone I know that faces a similar situation.

Rob W.

"He understood the financial and emotional investment of the home."

Unfortunately, I found myself with a new build home that started out with several cosmetic issues that subsequently progressed to revealing significant construction defects. Mark and staff worked diligently to facilitate a satisfactory resolution given the challenging circumstances i.e. a "David vs Goliath" scenario. Mark was transparent in communicating the expenses related to pursuing legal action while weighing the necessity of doing the same. I was confident in the additional resources that Mark recommended for analysis. He understood the financial and emotional investment of the home. I would highly recommend The Nelson Law Firm should you find yourself in a similar situation.

Jill Hart

"She is the best lawyer I have dealt with in years"

I had a great experience at Nelson Law Firm, my lawyer, Melissa was great, she took me through the entire process and gave me updates on my case. I would highly recommend her, she is the best lawyer I have dealt with in years. She is very knowledgeable about all aspects concerning injuries and insurance matters.

Christopher Vann

"He knows his stuff"

Mark is very well versed in law. He has done a remarkable job of keeping us calm and rational during our nightmare with a builder. He knows his stuff--and it helps that he connects with the community, which is a definite asset as an attorney. His demeanor is calm, and he doesn't get bent out of shape like a lot of attorneys do because he has the gift of being able to analyze every detail of the case. He's very polished and honest as well. He tells it like it is. He responds quickly to e-mails and voice mails--even outside of his normal business hours. We always received return phone calls and e-mails quickly from him. We are very grateful to have found Mark. THANK YOU !  We'd use his services again in a heartbeat !

Michael Wahl

"The settlement was very satisfactory."

Nelson Law Firm was great to work with, and I highly recommend them. They guided us through a 2.5 year Construction Defect lawsuit, educating us every step of the way. We settled the suit before it went to trial, and the settlement was very satisfactory.

Darrin Brooks

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Let our expertise guide you to a swift and effective resolution. Contact us today to discuss your case and learn how Nelson Law Firm can help you.

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