Derek J. Lindenschmidt

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Derek J. Lindenschmidt

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Mr. Lindenschmidt's practice focuses on representation of construction professionals in a wide variety of both litigated and non-litigated matters, including the defense of developers and general contractors in complex construction defect lawsuits. He has defended against claims in all phases of development, from initial design through post-construction, and has successfully recovered from subcontractors in subrogation. He has negotiated several settlements between our clients, plaintiff-homeowners, and subcontractors. Prior to joining the firm, Mr. Lindenschmidt was an associate attorney with the Qualey & Beck Law Firm in Charleston, South Carolina, where he represented general contractors, developers, subcontractors, and homeowners in various types of construction-related matters, including residential construction defect disputes, contract review and drafting, and defense of mechanic's liens.


Professional experience:

Higgins, Hopkins, McLain & Roswell, L.L.C. - Partner
     Denver, Colorado

2006-Present

The Qualey & Beck Law Firm, L.L.C. – Associate
    Attorney Charleston, South Carolina

2004-2006


Bar admissions:

  • Colorado Supreme Court, 2004
  • United States District Court for the District of Colorado, 2004

Professional activities: (some positions not currently held)

  • Member, Colorado Bar Association

Education:

  • Juris Doctor, University of Denver College of Law, 2003
  • Bachelor of Arts, Economics, Indiana University, 1999

Honors & Awards:

  • Named Barrister’s Best 2012 Construction Defects Lawyer for the Defense by Law Week Colorado.
  • Selected for inclusion in the 2010 - 2013 Colorado Rising Stars for construction litigation and construction/surety law by Law & Politics Magazine.