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5.0 /5.0
36 Client Reviews
$ 250-550 per hour
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Matthew Conor Ferguson
also known as Matt Ferguson, Matthew Conor Ferguson Esq.
About Matthew
Biography
Our plea to the patron of lawyers, St. Thomas More, guides us daily. We ask, in pursuit of our profession, that:
I may be able in argument, accurate in analysis, keen in study, correct in conclusion, loyal to clients, honest with all, courteous to adversaries, trustworthy with confidences, courageous in court.
So in May 2012, with these words in mind, longtime Aspen attorney Matt Ferguson founded his own law firm in downtown Aspen, CO. The Matthew C. Ferguson Law Firm is a preeminent Aspen law office with great rankings and perfect client and judge ratings. But adherence to these words is our pursuit. Matt saw the need for not only a new and nimble law firm on Colorado’s Western Slope, but a firm that was first and foremost imbued in the tradition of great lawyers and cases, the drama of a trial or the majesty of a landmark civil rights argument. We believe that modern legal transactions also need and deserve the same sense of honor and excellence. As Colorado attorneys, we represent clients in many district courts and our federal courts. High-profile individuals, entrepreneurs, and major corporations are proud to be our clients. Every small business will be treated as if it is the giant that we know it to be. Although our reach in Colorado is broad, representing and getting to know our own neighbors and communities in the Roaring Fork and Vail valleys is a privilege and joy. We have local, regional, and national clients, and we love nothing better than clients dropping into our beautiful new Aspen law offices. You are always welcome to discuss a legal matter or just to reminisce about an old case or a great deal you made. If we’re busy, we will always get back to you.
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Practice Areas
18
Practice Areas
Other
15%
Antitrust and Trade Law
5%
Appeals
5%
Arbitration
5%
39 years | 25 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Contingency
10%-45%
Pro bono
8 %
Retainer
Always
Payment Methods
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2012
Licenses
Licensed in Colorado for 30 years
State: Colorado
Acquired: 1995
No misconduct found
Licensed in New York for 41 years
State: New York
Acquired: 1984
No misconduct found
Location
The Matthew C. Ferguson Law Firm, P.C.
(970) 925-2273
Fax
119 South Spring Street, Suite 201, Aspen, CO, 81611
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Online Presence
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Matthew Conor Ferguson's Reviews
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Posted by Skip | August 17, 2014 | Partnership
Ski.com Partnership Death Buyout Issues
My firm S&L Travel Partners, contacted Matt Ferguson for counsel regarding an apparent material violation of our firm's 2004 Partnership Agreement following the death of a founding partner on Nov. 01, 2013.. The issues are well known within the auspices of our company & opposing counsel but are seale...
Posted by Ken | December 18, 2013 | Real Estate
Ken Johnson--Owner of E.S. Lawrence Gallery in Aspen ,CO.
Matt was so helpful. Very down to earth and a straight shooter. My company struggled with a land lord that had been taking advantage of us financially for several years. The internationally recognized land lord we were fighting is a 700 million dollar company with a staff of lawyers. It was a ...
Posted by anonymous | November 26, 2013 | Partnership
Dependable, thorough and tenacious
Matt represented me in a partnership dispute most recently and had the capability to deal with two very difficult businessmen and resolve the matter quickly and to my satisfaction.
Posted by Nancy | October 30, 2012 | Bankruptcy & Debt
Highly Responsive in a very complex litigation
It is my privilege to recommend Matthew. If you are engaged in a complex litigation and need or appreciate having a responsive, reasonable lawyer advising you -- Matthew is your man. I represented a large commercial bank in a real estate transaction which moved inexorably from DIL negotiations into...
Posted by Doug | May 29, 2012 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Huggins real estate dissolution
Matt was retained by our company to both defend its' shareholders and prosecute a disgruntled partner. We were guided through a process designed to reach an amicable resolution to the issues faced by both sides. Unfortunately the disagreement went to court with Matt doing an exceptional job of prepar...
Matthew Conor Ferguson's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse Matt because he is a knowledgeable, experienced and a hard working attorney. It is always a pleasure working with him and his amazing team!"
"Matt is as good as it gets. This is the lawyer you want on your side!"
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I have worked with Matt Ferguson as co-counsel as well as faced off against him as opposing counsel on many matters. Matt is smart, aggressive, and represents his clients extremely well. I highly recommend Matt for litigation matters."
"I endorse Matt Ferguson. He has earned the respect of his peers and of the judges he appears before. He is always generous with his time and in sharing his decades of wisdom with younger lawyers. I would trust Matt with any legal matter without exception and without hesitation. He puts his clients first and he is a force to be reckoned with in a courtroom."
"Matt is a zealous advocate who works hard for his clients. He is passionate and relentless. He gets results."
"I have recently worked with Matt on several large multi-plaintiff rescission actions brought pursuant to the Interstate Land Sales Act. His passion for his clients was impressive, and his litigation skills were top notch. Unequivocal endorsement given."
"Matt is an outstanding lawyer and a zealous advocate."
"Matt is a hard nosed and dedicated litigator whose zeal for his clients and the concept of justice are second to none. He is an agressive and effective advocate."
"I endorse this lawyer. Matt is always thorough and fully prepared. He is bright and thoughtful. He is firm but fair. He covers a range of substantive areas and is capable in all of them."
Ryan Dougherty
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Michael Reiser
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Gregory Gordon
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Michele Bass
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Michelle Schindler
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Ann Hutchison
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Joseph Epstein
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Matthew Trinidad
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Experience
Honors
2020
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2020
Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2019
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2019
Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2018
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
Client Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
Local's Choice Best Lawyer, Aspen Times
Work Experience
2012 - Present
Founding Partner, The Matthew C. Ferguson Law Firm
1900 - Present
Managing Partner, Ferguson Schindler Law Firm, P.C.
1995 - 2012
Partner, Garfield & Hecht, P.C.
1993 - 1995
Of Counsel, Nixon Peabody, LLP
1987 - 1993
Associate, Windels, Marx, Davies & Ives, LLP
1984 - 1987
Associate, Mendes & Mount, LLP
Associations
2013 - Present
Colorado Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2012 - Present
Colorado Bar AssociationMember
2012 - Present
Pitkin County Bar AssociationAttorney Member
2012 - Present
Ninth Judicial Distict Judicial Nominating CommitteeAttorney Member
2004 - Present
Faculty of Federal AdvocatesMember
1985 - Present
American Bar Association, Litigation SectionMember
1985 - Present
American Bar Association, Aerospace Law SectionMember
1985 - Present
American Bar Association, Tort Trial and Insurance Practice SectionMember
1985 - 1994
New York City Bar AssociationMember
1984 - 1995
New York State Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Libertarian Party of Colorado v. Williams
Court of Appeals reversed and remanded case for Section 1988 Fees in Successful Constitutional Challenge
IN RE: INTERROGATORY PROPOUNDED BY GOVERNOR HICKENLOOPER
Outcome: Supreme Court agreed with our Client that Recall Section of Colorado Constitution violated United States Constitution.
Libertarian Party of Colorado v. Scott Gessler, Colorado Secretary of State
Victorious challenge of Colorado’s new omnibus election laws.
Amos v. Aspen Alps 123, et al.
Reversed by Supreme Court; Trial Court Upheld on No Bid Rigging Finding
Henn v. Residences at Little Nell, LLC, et. al
Settled very favorably for plaintiff clients just before trial
West LB v. Dancing Bear
Successful recievership and foreclosure of a major Aspen development. Lender liability claims dismissed on motion; fees application to be pursued. Successful sale of asset.
Keefe v. Base Village Owner, LLC, et al.
Settled favorably for 100% of Deposits -- Approx. $15.0 Million
Lakota Canyon Ranch v. American Civil Constructors
Arbitration Award for all repair costs in excess of $550,000
Alpine Property Real Estate v. Huggins
Very favorable Jury verdict in favor of plaintiff client for maximum damges and an award for all fees and costs. Verdict amopunt and attorneys fees all paid.
Obermeyer Redevelopment, LLC v. MSQP
Jury Verdict for client; successful on appeals. One claim remains.
Eddy v. Hamdi
Bench trial and decision for plaintiff client for specific performance and attorneys' fees awarded. Collected on sale.
Heritage Builders, Inc. v. ZHL, LLC
Successful defense of business tort claims for client builder and favorable settlement of contsruction defect allegations with contribution by all subcontractor's insurers.
Panorama Fire Cases - Carbondale CO.
Case settled favorably and fairly shared by fire victims; policy limits paid. Attempts to prove additional insurance also contributed to settlement enviroment.
Ray Larsen & Associates, Inc. v. Nikko America, Inc.
Favorable jury verdict for plaintiff clients for sales commissions and lost profits; $3.7 million. Settled after verdict.
Bainbridge, el al. v. Pan American Airways, Inc.
Defense verdict on important conscious pain and suffering issue. Favolable verdicts on exemepla damage cases lead to settlements of cases
Pan Am Flt 73 -- Karachi Hijcking Case
Lead to Defense verdict for client Pan Am.
Education
1983
Fordham University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1980
College of the Holy Cross
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers