Business Details
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Gunnison, Colorado
Law of the Rockies has built a reputation for excellence in Gunnison since its founding. Our attorneys combine decades of legal experience with a deep understanding of local industries to deliver sophisticated legal solutions in areas like water law, civil litigation, land use planning, and business law. We prioritize long-term client relationships, cost-effective representation, and community engagement, serving clients across Colorado from our rural Gunnison Valley base.Our team includes attorneys who have practiced at Colorado's top law firms but chose to remain in this region for its quality of life and outdoor opportunities. We actively contribute to local institutions like Western Colorado University and the Community Foundation of the Gunnison Valley while maintaining rigorous legal standards in all our practice areas.
Services
Water Law
Civil Litigation
Land Use Planning
Construction Law
Business Law
Public Entities
Estate Planning
Probate
Highlights and features
- We have decades of combined experience in Colorado legal practice
- Our attorneys combine top-tier legal training with local expertise
- We focus on cost-effective representation without compromising quality
- We maintain deep community ties through local institution involvement
- Our practice areas address complex legal needs in rural Colorado
Services
Water Law
Our comprehensive water law practice addresses Colorado's complex water rights system. We represent clients in transactions, litigation, and court proceedings involving water rights acquisition, leasing, and dispute resolution. Our attorneys handle matters for ranchers, developers, and water districts across the state.
Civil Litigation
We represent clients in civil litigation matters including commercial disputes, construction conflicts, and property rights issues. Our attorneys appear in state and federal courts across Colorado, handling cases from contract disputes to tort claims and appellate proceedings.
Land Use Planning
Our land use practice navigates Gunnison County's unique impact-based regulatory framework. We assist clients with subdivision approvals, development permits, and boundary adjustments under the county's Land Use Resolution for residential and commercial projects.
Construction Law
We provide legal guidance for construction projects from planning to completion. Our services include contract negotiation, compliance with building codes, and dispute resolution under Colorado's Mechanics Lien Statute and related construction laws.
Business Law
Our business law practice supports companies with formation, contracts, and regulatory compliance. We represent local businesses and regional corporations in transactional matters and litigation involving commercial operations across Colorado.
People
Marcus J. Lock
Attorney
Experienced attorney with extensive practice in Colorado water law and land use regulations. Provides strategic legal counsel for complex natural resources and development matters.
Jacob A. With
Attorney
Skilled legal practitioner focusing on civil litigation and construction law. Represents clients in dispute resolution and contract enforcement across multiple Colorado jurisdictions.
Kendall Burgemeister
Attorney
Dedicated attorney specializing in public entities and business law. Advises local governments and corporations on regulatory compliance and transactional matters.
Daniel Spivey
Attorney
Legal professional with expertise in estate planning and probate matters. Provides comprehensive solutions for asset protection and succession planning in Colorado.
Questions
What areas of law does Law of the Rockies specialize in?
We specialize in water law, civil litigation, land use planning, construction law, business law, and estate planning for clients across Colorado.
Do you represent clients outside of Gunnison County?
Yes, while based in Gunnison, we represent clients throughout Colorado including businesses, property owners, and public entities statewide.
How do you handle complex water rights cases?
Our attorneys have extensive experience in Colorado water court proceedings, handling acquisitions, disputes, and regulatory compliance for various clients.
What makes your firm different from other law firms?
We combine top-tier legal expertise with local knowledge and lower overhead to provide cost-effective representation tailored to Colorado's unique legal landscape.
Can you assist with land development projects?
Yes, we guide clients through Gunnison County's land use regulations and help navigate subdivision approvals and development permits.
