Experienced, Caring Denver Attorneys
At Stutheit & Gartland, P.C., we care if our clients reach their objectives. We aim for attentive service focused on client goals, quality advocacy of clients’ interests, and sensitivity to costs. We keep you informed. We litigate like pros, but strive to give you cost-effective alternative options.
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Putting Our Experience to Work for You
Attorney Brian K. Stutheit is AV Preeminent* peer rated under Martindale-Hubbell’s peer review rating system. This is the best rating possible. Lawyer ratings serve as an objective indicator that a lawyer has the highest ethical standards and professional ability. Patrick Gartland is both an attorney and a professional engineer. Mr. Gartland no longer plays an active role in the firm, but out of respect for his contributions, his name remains. Of Counsel Attorney Patricia Watson is intelligent and accomplished in commercial real estate, small business litigation, lender liability and bank bad faith, construction law, and real estate. We find legal solutions for clients needing counsel with:
- Bank bad faith – we defend against deficiency claims by banks, and lawsuits for personal guarantees.
- Car crashes, slip and fall and other injuries – we will get maximum compensation. We have successfully sued hotels, grocery stores, restaurants and the government for falls.
- Construction law – we represent owners, contractors, trades, architects and engineers. We know: mechanics liens, construction defect litigation such as structural failures, contracts, homeowners insurance law, liability insurance, real estate seller fraud and failure to disclose, trespass and boundary defects.
- Employment law – age, race, gender, national origin and religious discrimination, breach of contract, wage law, pregnancy rights, family medical leave rights, disabled employee rights, severance agreements, and noncompete contracts.
- ERISA employee benefits plans – obtaining and protecting life and disability insurance benefits provided by employers.
- Life insurance and disability insurance - representing individuals whose insurance is cancelled, benefits denied, claims delayed, or coverage is in doubt. We also handle Accidental death disputes.
- Probate litigation, estate plans and wills – On a flat fee basis, we write wills, real estate beneficiary deeds, financial and healthcare powers of attorney. Guardianship and conservatorship. Probate trial work including will contests, trust enforcement, protecting inheritance rights of children, partners, and spouses, lawsuits for breach of fiduciary duty and abuse of power of attorney.
- Property Insurance and Homeowner Insurance law – helping homeowners with their insurance claims and property damage problems.
- Social Security disability – applications and appeals. Autism, Aspergers, other physical or mental disabilities. Overpayment problems.
- Unemployment – hearings and appeals for both employers and employees.
- Veterans Benefits – accredited to appear before The Veterans Administration. Aid and attendance.
We are seasoned litigators. We really listen to our clients, so we understand their needs and goals. By keeping our clients informed, they are able to make smart decisions about their cases. We take away stress caused from not being heard.
Contact Us for a Consultation
Contact us to discuss your issue. Our office is located in Centennial, Colorado, at the intersection of Arapahoe Road and University Boulevard. We offer hourly, fixed or flat fee and contingent fee arrangements. Initial evaluations are usually free or at a discounted rate. We accept American Express, Visa, MasterCard and Discover.

