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5.0 /5.0
53 Client Reviews
$ 375-425 per hour
PRO
Guy W. Bluff
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About Guy
Biography
Guy W. Bluff has more than 40 years’ experience in the areas of complex commercial, business, and construction legal disputes. 35+ years as a seasoned trial lawyer, appearing before numerous State and Federal Courts, Arbitration Tribunals, Administrative Boards, and Courts of Appeal. He is licensed to practice in Arizona, Colorado, California, and New Mexico as well as numerous federal courts and courts of appeals. Since 1992, Mr. Bluff has been on the National Panel of Construction Neutrals for the American Arbitration Association and acts as a private Arbitrator and Mediator.
As a business owner, systems designer, and general counsel for numerous regional construction companies and developers, Mr. Bluff has acquired a unique insight into the operations of companies and their teams – including accounting, payroll, human resources, insurance, risk avoidance, project scheduling, and project coordination. He has designed specific operational systems to minimize duplication of effort and to streamline processes. With a diverse educational and professional background, Bluff has been able to spearhead multi-department corporate projects to an efficient and cohesive end. He possess an exceptional ability to quickly understand and communicate the goals, hurdles, and interactions of each team.
Since the mid 1980's, Mr. Bluff has been involved in more than 2,500 construction and commercial-related disputes and claims, including disputes in-excess-of $100,000,000. He represents private owners and developers, general and specialty contractors, subcontractors, materialmen, engineers, architects, and sureties in all aspects of construction and business related disputes. As an Arbitrator, Mediator, Dispute Resolution Umpire and Settlement Judge pro tem, Mr. Bluff has conducted hundreds of proceedings. In the areas of construction and business licensing, Mr. Bluff has designed a cloud-based, specialty corporate licensing database which tracks a company’s licensing requirements and maintenance for upwards of 1000 different jurisdictions throughout the western United States.
Since 1972, Mr. Bluff was directly involved in the construction industry as a laborer, equipment operator, foreman, and project engineer. He is an owner and principal of a mid-size general engineering construction firm with projects throughout the Southwest.
A prolific public speaker and author on construction claims preparation, mechanic liens, and law office technology. As a developer, he holds several federal Copyrights for complex computer programs for automating document management in law firms
Trial Attorney, Arbitrator and Mediator with more than 39 years Experience in Commercial and Construction Litigation; Business Development; TCPA and Unfair Practices Claims; Insurance; Employment Law; Complex Multi-Jurisdictional Litigation; Bankruptcy Adversary; Licensing and Administrative Law.
More than 39 years experience in Administrative Law and Procedures
Licensed AAA Arbitrator and Private Mediator since 1991; Member of AAA Construction and Commercial Panels
Offering General Business Organization, Formation, Real Estate, Construction Litigation and Arbitration, Contracts Drafting and Review.
More than 39 Years Experience in Construction and Project Development
Argued and Brief more than 150 Appeals before the 9th CA; Boards of Contract Appeals; Federal Appeals Court; Admitted to 9th and 10th Circuit Court of Appeals
Practice Areas
6
Practice Areas
Construction and Development
28%
40 years | 2,000 cases
Litigation
22%
40 years | 5,000 cases
Business
20%
40 years | 1,000 cases
Arbitration
15%
40 years | 300 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Licenses
Licensed in New Mexico for 6 years
State: New Mexico
Acquired: 2020
No misconduct found
Licensed in Colorado for 25 years
State: Colorado
Acquired: 2001
No misconduct found
Licensed in California for 38 years
State: California
Acquired: 1987
No misconduct found
Licensed in Arizona for 39 years
State: Arizona
Acquired: 1986
No misconduct found
Location
Bluff & Associates
(623) 748-5429
Fax
(602) 962-8048
Mobile
7007 Wyoming Blvd NE, Ste D-6, Albuquerque, NM, 87109
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Online Presence
Other places you can find Guy online.
Guy W. Bluff's Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | June 4, 2020 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Knowledgeable, experienced, and professional
Mr. Bluff is an incredibly knowledgeable, experienced, and professional lawyer. He has an unparalleled knowledge in most areas of the law. He gave me sound, smart, mature advise that helped make the process easy, and made me feel confident in my choices. Mr. Bluff kept me focused when I needed to b...
Posted by Charlie | May 23, 2020 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
We can rest easy with Mr. Bluff representing our business
Our business ran into a contractor that decided they did not want to pay for the service we had supplied. Not knowing how to handle this senecio we decided to turn the situation over to an Attorney. We contacted Mr. Bluff on a Saturday morning and explained the situation. Once Mr. Bluff started discu...
Posted by anonymous | May 14, 2020 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Vast Knowledge Base
Mr. Bluff has a staggering amount of knowledge about such a vast array of topics; from construction to accounting to divorce to consumer protection, he knows a lot about a lot! As my attorney, his diverse range of experience and knowledge has provided for a much less stressful experience than previo...
Posted by Sherry | December 27, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
This man knows his business
I received his response via internet, I liked it, so I called him at his office. I Explained the situation, scanned over all the documents, he called the contractor's lawyer, then called me back in 10min's. and it was all settled and went away. There is no way putting a mechanics lien on my proper...
Posted by Rose | November 26, 2017 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Answer was very helpful
I want to thank Mr Bluff for his answer. Really belped alot at least i know where i would stand and if I do need a lawyer i am going to ask for him
Guy W. Bluff's Lawyer Endorsements
"I have known and worked with Guy for many years. He is an accomplished litigator and strategist and does an outstanding job of resolving difficult cases favorably to his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Guy wrote the book on construction law, literally! I have trusted him with my family's legal matters and we were all very favorably impressed."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer as he is an accomplished litigator and is clearly on the cutting edge of technology in law."
"I endorse this lawyer. Guy is very experienced and knowledgeable in commercial litigation and construction law. Although typically adverse counsel, I respect Guy's ability and expect an aggressive yet professional opposition when we litigate."
"Guy and his firm have become our "go-to" for handling and helping with pre-job lien notices and lien related filings as needed. Reliable, dependable, accurate and conscientious."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Guy Bluff for several years. He is a very accomplished lawyer in every field in which he practices. My experience with him has been primarily in connection with construction law issues; he is widely known in Arizona for his expertise in that field."
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Bluff is one of the finest attorneys in his state. He has an outstanding reputation and is a credit to the legal profession. I highly recommend his legal services."
"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
Michael Mongini
Construction and development lawyer
Jerry Bonnett
Construction and development lawyer
Judith Morse
Child custody lawyer
Experience
Honors
2025
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2019
America's Top 100 High Stake Litigators, America's Top 100 High Stake Litigators
2010
AV Rated Attorney, Martindale-Hubbell
2009
Top 100 Trial Attorneys (Arizona), American Trial Lawyers Association
1990
Million Dollar Advocates Award, Million Dollar Advocates Forum
1982
EIT Registration, Arizona Board of Technical Registration
Work Experience
1989 - Present
Managing Partner, Bluff & Associates
2018 - 2025
General Counsel / Chief Compliance Officer, Dreamstyle Remodeling, Inc.
2007 - 2016
General Counsel, Southwest Pool & Spa Association
1994 - 2004
Judge Pro-Tem, Maricopa County Superior Court
Associations
2000 - Present
Maricopa County Bar Association, Construction Law SectionMember
1991 - Present
American Arbitration AssociationArbitrator / Neutral
Sample of Legal Cases
Sunrise Desert Vistas HOA v Sallus 2016 WL 3176451
Reversed
Premier Homes, Inc. v. New Grand Island Resort, LLC 2013 WL 2319279
$358,700 Awarded to Contractor
Marana 670 Holdings, LLC v. Spirit Underground, LLC, 2012 WL 4503733
$970,000 Judgment awarded in favor of Spirit Underground
Bolser Enterprises, Inc. v. Az Registrar of Contractors, 139 P.3d 1286, 213 Ariz. 110
Levy v. Bigler, WL 23976705
R.E. Monks Const. Co. v. AEtna Cas. & Surety Co., 944 P.2d 517
Rudolph v. Arizona BASS Federation, et al., 898 P.2d 1000, 180 Ariz. 622
Jury Verdict in excess of $1,000,000
Tohono O'Odham Nation v. Canyon Contracting Co., 837 F.Supp 1024
Interstate Markings, Inc. v. Mingus Constructors, Inc., 941 F.2d 1010
Education
1986
University of Puget Sound School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1985
University of Arizona
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2008
Lorman Education
Construction Lien & Stop Notice Law in Arizona
Publications
2011
State Bar of Arizona
Arizona Construction Law Practice Manual - Section 5.4 Development of the Complex Construction Case for Trial
2005
State Bar of Arizona publication
Arizona Construction Lien Law - A Practice Manual
1999
State Bar of Arizona publication
Arizona Courts Manual
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can my brother use a text message from his ex saying she doesnt want his money for child support , o show court?
31 Jan 2022
Q&A
If my shift is scheduled to end at 7:30 pm can the manager make me stay?
31 Jan 2022
Q&A
AAA declined to take my arbitration case, next steps?
31 Jan 2022
Legal Guides
Legal Guide
Arizona Mechanic's Liens and the Prejudgment Interest Rule
04 Jun 2016
Legal Guide
Ten Key Provisions to Consider in Construction Contracts
25 Jan 2012
Legal Guide
ARIZONA JUDGMENTS – EXPIRATION / PRACTICE AND PROCEDURE FOR RENEWAL
10 Sep 2011