Attorney biography

Jesse Howard Witt, principal of The Witt Law Firm, practices in the areas of appeals, construction law, entity formation, and general civil litigation. He completed his juris doctorate at the University of Denver, where he was an editor of the TRANSPORTATION LAW JOURNAL and an attorney in the Student Law Office, the oldest academic legal aid clinic in the United States. Mr Witt also holds a bachelor’s degree in astrophysics from the University of California at Berkeley and has studied in the astronomy department of the Università degli Studi di Padova near Venice, Italy. He is admitted to appear before all state courts in Colorado and California*, in the United States District Courts for the Districts of Colorado and Northern California*, and in the United States Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit.

Mr Witt served as a law clerk to the Hon. Frank Martinez in Denver, and he worked in private practice for many years with the firms of Burdman & Benson and Benson & Associates. Before and during law school, Mr Witt supervised excavation crews as a union grade setter on various residential and commercial developments.

In his law practice, Mr Witt believes that a collaborative approach involving both attorney and client is crucial to success. He represents his clients aggressively and professionally, and he is a strong proponent of alternative dispute resolution.

Mr Witt is a member of the American, Colorado, and Denver Bar Associations, and of the ABA Forum on the Construction Industry. He also serves on the amicus curiae committee of the Colorado Trial Lawyers Association and the legislative action committee for the Community Associations Institute. He has testified in Colorado State Assembly in support of homeowner legislation and has given presentations on Colorado construction law, electronic document management for law firms, and other topics. He is one of just seven attorneys in the United States to be a member of the Associazione Internazionale Giuristi di Lingua Italiana, the International Association of Italian Language Lawyers. Mr Witt is a frequent author, and his article The Spearin Doctrine and the Economic Loss Rule in Residential Construction was selected in 2007 for inclusion in the LEGAL HANDBOOK FOR ARCHITECTS, ENGINEERS, AND CONTRACTORS.

Mr Witt grew up in Crockett, California, a small suburb of San Francisco known as the home of the world's largest sugar cane refinery and—more recently—of the pop-punk band Green Day. Mr Witt now lives in Colorado with his wife and children and enjoys sailing his restored 1956 Lightning sloop, Zephyr, in his spare time.

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Appeals

Successful resolution of an appeal demands specialized skills. Appeals are decided almost entirely on the parties' written briefs, which must be carefully drafted to identify the strongest issues and to present a party's arguments in a concise and convincing matter. An appellate lawyer often needs to argue not only the merits of his or her client's case, but also explain why a given rule should be adopted as precedent for future cases. If reversal is sought, the appellate lawyer must overcome both the arguments of opposing counsel as well as the echoes of the lower court's reasoning. In a close case, effective oral argument can tip the balance.

Appellate law is a primary focus of The Witt Law Firm. Mr Witt is a skilled brief writer, and he has been recognized as an excellent oral advocate. The firm is available to assist as lead or co-counsel on appeals, and it offers flexible payment arrangements, including contingent and flat fees. Please contact us for further information.

Construction law

Mr Witt has worked in the construction industry, represented builders in litigation, and prosecuted construction defect claims on behalf of homeowners and associations. This diverse background provides The Witt Law Firm with both a unique perspective on construction litigation as well as the experience necessary to resolve claims favorably through mediation or, when necessary, through arbitration or trial.

For general information about construction law, please visit our articles page. For specific questions, please contact us to arrange a free consultation.

General practice

The Witt Law Firm also provides legal services for other matters, including entity formation, labor and employment disputes, insurance coverage actions, aviation claims, family law, and general civil litigation. If you need further assistance, please contact us to discuss your needs or arrange a free consultation.

Sustainability

The Witt Law Firm is committed to a sustainable future for our planet and has taken steps to fight global climate change.

• The firm follows a paperless business model that consumes only a tiny fraction of the paper used by a traditional law office. This not only reduces waste, but it is also improves employee productivity by making all documents conveniently available in digital format. The firm uses only recycled paper, most of which is made from 100% post-consumer materials and certified by the Forest Stewardship Council.



• Over 95% of the firm’s electricity comes from Colorado wind farms.



• The firm and its employees actively recycle, both at work and at home.



• Firm employees are encouraged to telecommute and work remotely whenever possible.

Contact information

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THE WITT LAW FIRM
a professional corporation
1445 Market Street
Suite Number 340
Denver, CO 80202

You may reach us by telephone at 303-216-WITT (9488)

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Please send postal mail to:
THE WITT LAW FIRM
a professional corporation
1445 Market Street
Suite Number 340
Denver, CO 80202

You may reach us by telephone at 303-216-WITT (9488)

You may send us a facsimile at 303-216-9489.

Click here to view Mr Witt's profile on LinkedIn.

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