Duncan Griffiths

Shareholder

303.529.6374

[email protected]

Paralegal

Claire Nichols – [email protected]

Education

University of Colorado Law School, J.D.

University of Colorado Leeds School of Business, B.S. in Business Administration-Finance

Highlights

2022-2023 Barrister’s Best-Construction Defects lawyer for plaintiffs, People’s Choice by Law Week Colorado

2021 & 2022 Barrister’s Best Overall Litigator, Editor’s Choice by Law Week Colorado

Top Lawyer in Construction Defect Litigation in Denver, 5280 Magazine, 2022-2024

National Trial Lawyers Top 40 Under 40

Area of Practice

Civil Litigation, Complex Family and Financial Asset Cases

Duncan Griffiths

About Duncan Griffiths

Duncan focuses his practice on difficult and complex civil litigation and family law matters. He has significant experience in a variety of fields including construction defect, insurance, real estate and commercial litigation. He also assists with complicated domestic relations matters, and is especially useful in complicated property situations, or when there are concurrent civil lawsuits, receiverships, business torts or partnership dissolutions.

Duncan’s work has led him to represent a wide array of clients who have included individuals, companies, homeowners, business owners, owners’ associations, special districts, commercial building owners, medical centers, warehouses and storage facilities, and marijuana grow businesses. His expertise in most forms of civil and commercial disputes, including claims for breach of contract, negligence, breach of fiduciary duty, fraud, misrepresentation, and nondisclosure, make him a formidable litigator, but he is as well known for his creative solution finding as he is for his prowess in the courtroom. This is especially helpful in domestic relations cases when clients want someone who can litigate – if they have to – but who is adept at finding settlement without litigating. Duncan is a problem solver and is known for his ability to think outside the box, finding solutions where conflict seemed intractable.

Duncan relies on his significant background in business and his experience with expert witnesses when it comes to complex matters. He is adept at quickly understanding each client’s financial situation in order to advise them on the best possible course forward. When it comes to trial, through careful deliberation and preparation, Duncan is able to cross-examine expert witnesses on complicated and nuanced matters, often understanding the substance as well or better than the witnesses themselves. This can often make the difference between success and failure for clients where both parties retain qualified and articulate experts to represent their position.

In having resolved over sixty large cases ranging in value from $50,000 to as much as $13.5 million, Duncan has overall recovered in excess of $50 million in damages for his clients after attorney fees and litigation costs were paid. Duncan’s track record has a significant value for his clients who can have confidence that he will zealously represent their interests and obtain the best possible solution whether through settlement or trial.

Outside of work, Duncan enjoys traveling the world and visiting new places with his wife. Duncan enjoys most activities that Colorado has to offer, but he is especially fond of golf and ice hockey.

“I pride myself on giving everything I have to representing my client and assisting them through difficult times in the interest of reaching the best solution possible.”

-Duncan Griffiths

Reviews

When I found myself in the middle of a pretty significant and complex residential non-disclosure situation a coworker referred me to Duncan Griffiths. He was honest and gave me helpful advice before agreeing to take me on as a client. He is extremely kind, down-to earth, and highly knowledgeable. He reminds of the kooky character that Hugh Laurie plays in House. He was candid about all the important points but also gave me the impression that when he set his mind to something he would see it through. I cannot recommend him enough. Without Duncan I cannot imagine the situation I would be in today. These guys hit all of the marks!

Former Client - January 2024, Google Review

Duncan is phenomenal. I came to Duncan with a complicated case and serious concerns that resulted from a long-aggressive divorce with domestic violence. This law firm truly exceeded my expectations. He is a highly knowledgeable, professional, trustworthy, and genuinely cares about his clients. Duncan is the attorney you want fighting for you and your child when there appeared to be no light at the end of the tunnel. I knew I was in good hands from our first meeting. He made the greatest decisions, extremely confident in all hearings.

Former Client - August 2023, Google Review

Duncan agreed to take my case after eight previous rejections. His knowledge, passion, determination, and patience of the law resulted in a most successful journey.

Former Client – January 2021, Google Review

Honors & Distinctions

  • 2023-2024 Best Lawyers in America©, Construction Litigation
  • 2022-2024 Top Lawyer in Construction Defect Litigation in Denver, 5280 Magazine
  • 2022-2023 Barrister’s Best-Construction Defects lawyer for plaintiffs, by Law Week Colorado
  • 2021 & 2022 Barrister’s Best Overall Litigator, by Law Week Colorado
  • 2021 Barrister’s Best Litigator, Editor’s Choice by Law Week Colorado
  • Top Litigator by Law Week Magazine, 2021
  • Recognized by The Best Lawyers in America©Ones to Watch, 2021-2022, Commercial Litigation
  • Colorado Super Lawyer’s List 2013- 2024
  • National Trial Lawyers Top 40 Under 40
  • Community Associations Institute – Southern Colorado Chapter – Committee Chair of the Year, 2016
  • Received a 10 out of 10 rating on AVVO.

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Authorship & Presentations

Recognized In

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Top Lawyers Denver 2022Top Lawyers Denver 2022
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