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Michael Patrick Curry

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  • Denver, CO
  • Licensed for 15 years
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About Michael

Born and raised in Cleveland, Ohio, I obtained a B.S., in finance with a minor in economics from Miami (Ohio) University in 2000. I then spent a year working in Cuyahoga County Common Pleas Court and then enrolled at Case Western Reserve University, where I graduated in 2004 with a joint J.D./M.B.A. degree. My love of snowboarding, hiking, and fly fishing inspired my move to Colorado to further pursue these activities and my legal career. Until 2008, I practiced insurance law exclusively in the areas of workers' compensation and subrogation. 

 

I am rated AV Preeminent with Martindale-Hubbell, and Super Lawyers Magazine named me a Colorado "Rising Star" in 2012, 2013, 2014, and 2015.

 

 

 Specialties

 

Construction Litigation
Auto/Trucking
Aviation
Risk Management

Practice areas

TransportationBusinessConstruction and developmentLitigation
  1. Litigation: 35%

  2. Construction and development: 25%

    Representing builders, developers and subcontractors in all matters ranging from breach of contract to negligence. My clients include excavators, graders, masons, HVAC representatives, generel contractors, and various other trades.

    15 years

  3. Business: 20%

    I primarily handle small busines matters ranging from zoning disputes to financial matters.

    15 years

  4. Transportation: 20%

    Logistics, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, trucking companies and manufacturers, aviation, rail and related areas.

    8 years

Languages spoken

English

Photos and videos

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Contact

1125 Seventeenth Street
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Allen & Curry, P.C.

1125 Seventeenth Street
Suite 1275
Denver, CO, 80202

Resume

License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
OHInactive200510/19/2020
COActive200511/10/2020
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
Avvo Contributions
Legal answers14
Legal guides0
Awards
Award nameGrantorDate granted
Rising StarSuper Lawyers Magazine2016
Rising StarSuper Lawyers Magazine2015
AV PreeminentMartindale-Hubbell2014
Rising StarSuper Lawyers Magazine2014
Rising StarColorado Super Lawyers2013
Rising StarColorado Super Lawyers2012
Work Experience
TitleCompany nameDuration
MemberAllen & Curry, P.C.2015 - Present
Senior AssociatePendleton, Wilson, Hennessey & Crow, P.C.2013 - Present
Senior AssociateGrund Dagner, P.C.2008 - 2013
Associations
Association namePosition nameDuration
Associated Builders & Contractors, Inc.N/A2013 - Present
Associated General Contractors of AmericaN/A2013 - Present
Legislative Committee - Associated General ContractorsMember2013 - Present
Legislative Committee - Associated Builders and ContractorsMember2013 - Present
Downtown Denver Partnership, Inc.Member2013 - Present
Colorado Lawyers CommitteeMember2013 - Present
Defense Research InstituteMember2008 - Present
Denver Bar AssociationMember2008 - Present
Colorado Defense Lawyers' AssociationMember2008 - Present
United States District Court for the District of ColoradoMember of the Bar2008 - Present
United States District Court of Appeals for the Tenth CircuitMember of the Bar2008 - Present
Colorado Bar AssociationMember2005 - Present
Mesa County Bar AssociationMember2005 - 2007
Publications
Publication nameTitleDate
Merit Builder Magazine - the magazine of the Associated Builders and Contractors, Inc.Marijuana Use: Protected Lawful Activity or Legitimate Basis to Terminate an Employee?2014
Pendleton, Wilson, Hennessey & Crow, P.C.Contractors Beware! Just Because You're Done with the Job Doesn't Mean You're Off the Hook!2013
Pendleton, Wilson, Hennessey & CrowDenver Regional Counsel of Governments Issues Its Denver Metro Area Housing Study2013
Pendleton, Wilson, Hennessey & CrowThe Automatically Renewing Contract Provision - Valid Under Colorado Law?2013
Pendleton, Wilson, Hennessey & Crow"The Importance of Personal Counsel in a Construction-Defect Lawsuit" or "If You're My Attorney, Why are You Telling Me I need to Hire Another Attorney?"2013
Pendleton, Wilson, Hennessey & CrowBut Wait a Minute, Didn't I Pay You to Clear the Snow and Ice?2013
Pendleton, Wilson, Hennessey & CrowIt's All Fun and Games . . . .2013
Pendleton, Wilson, Hennessey & CrowAhh . . . So You've Signed a Release and Waiver of Liability?2013
Education
School nameDegreeGraduated
Case Western Reserve University, Weatherhead School of ManagementMBA2004
Case Western Reserve University School of LawJuris Doctor2004
Miami University of OhioBSBA2000
Miami University of Ohio - Luxembourg CampusBSBA2000
Speaking Engagements
Conference nameTitleDate
Dude Ranchers' Association Annual ConferenceLegal Issues2014
Wilderness Risk Management Conference, Portland, OR"Mock Trial Jury Focus Group."2012
America Outdoors Association Regional Conference, Daytona, FL"What to Expect When You Are Sued."2012
Legal cases
Case nameOutcome
Lassiter v. DriscollSummary Judgment in my client's favor.
Garza v. The Pep Boys - Manny, Moe & Jack of Delaware, Inc., No. 10-CV-00365-REB-KLM, 2011 WL 486197 (D.Colo. Feb. 7, 2011)Judge found in my client's favor
Garrison Prop. & Cas. Ins. Co. v. Barco, 2011 WL 9274 (D.Colo. Jan. 3, 2011)Summary judgment granted in my client's favor.

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A Whoopin by a true gunslinger

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Mike represented me in an insurance matter that was brought on by a presumed multiple PHd attorney. Mike was so well prepared the litigation once presented in court was hopeless. It was most interesting to see the opposition reduced to foolish rhetoric and admonished by the judge. I should have countersued but I find all of this unpleasant and non productive to a healthy society. I would trust Mike to defend my children if need be. He means business without the hyperbole.

Michael P. Curry, a man of character

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Michael represented my company through several Workman's Compansation cases, proving himself reliable, resourceful, and tenatious. He invested in the success of our cases, and his investment paid off in successful resolutions and improved understanding of the finer aspects of the law. He represents the qualities that you would expect from a trusted friend or advisor; Honesty, Trustworthiness, Loyalty and above all, integrity. He is a credit to his profession, someone you would be proud to have representing you or your company. I am extremely pleased to recommend this unique and valuable professional.

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John Haas, Construction and development Attorney on Jan 22, 2014
Relationship: Worked together on matter

Michael has proven himself to be an adept litigator and creative problem-solver in the construction defect field of law.

Paul Vorndran, Construction and development Attorney on Nov 1, 2013
Relationship: Co-worker

Michael is expert at construction defect cases, and I highly recommend him.

Christopher Leroi, Litigation Attorney on Aug 20, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Mr. Curry is simply an exceptional attorney who I would recommend to everyone and anyone. I am a former judge, former magistrate, former prosecutor, and an attorney with 24 years of experience. I still learn from his answers on Avvo on a daily basis and I am constantly impressed.

Douglas Thomas, Construction and development Attorney on Aug 7, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Mike has the confidence, skills and professionalism for a client who seeks excellence.

Thomas Kranz, Litigation Attorney on Aug 1, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer. He is a great young litigator.