Atty. Michael A. Hearn
Mike has practiced in the area of construction defect litigation since 1983 and he has practiced exclusively in this area for the past 30 years. In that time, he has represented over 300 homeowners associations and 600 individual homeowners in construction defect claims brought against developers, builders and subcontractors.
Construction Law & More Attorney · Serving Littleton, CO
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About Michael A. Hearn at a Glance
Michael A. Hearn is a construction attorney based in Littleton, Colorado, practicing at Hearn & Fleener LLC. Educated at Western State University College of Law (JD, 1979) and University of Delaware (BA, 1974). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Construction Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Construction (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026). Serves clients in Littleton, CO and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael A. Hearn
- Mike has practiced in the area of construction defect litigation since 1983 and he has practiced exclusively in this area for the past 30 years
- In that time, he has represented over 300 homeowners associations and 600 individual homeowners in construction defect claims brought against developers, builders and subcontractors
- He has also represented owners of commercial buildings, high rises, apartments, raw land and even self-storage facilities
- Mike has spoken at numerous seminars concerning construction defect litigation
- Considered a leading authority on the topic, Mike has been asked on several occasions to speak to the insurance and homebuilding industries about construction defect issues
- A unique aspect of Mike's practice is that he also works in the field of construction as a developer
- He owns a small development company in California that constructs commercial properties
- Through these experiences, Mike is better able to advise clients after their case is completed about how to move forward and make repairs to their property
- In addition to Colorado, Mike has also operated a successful construction defect practice in California (www.michaelhearnlaw.com), where he has become an industry leader in the prosecution of damages resulting from negligent construction and soil movement
- Mr. Hearn has represented numerous homeowners against various government agencies because of landslide activities in cities such as San Diego, San Clemente, Dana Point, Anaheim, Anaheim Hills, Yorba Linda and Pomona
- Mike has authored articles related to construction defect litigation for both national and local media and has been active in drafting new legislation regarding this issue in both California and Colorado
Fun Fact
Mike enjoys riding his 2007 Harley-Davidson Dyna, which he rebuilt
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Construction Law in Littleton
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Why Local Counsel Matters in Littleton
Practicing law in Colorado. Legal matters in Colorado are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Littleton are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Colorado state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Colorado brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Colorado courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Littleton Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Littleton-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Why Clients in Littleton Choose Michael A. Hearn
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Michael A. Hearn's practice in the field of construction.
Focused Construction Practice
Concentrating on construction means Michael A. Hearn's knowledge of relevant statutes, case law, and procedural nuances stays current — unlike generalist practices that spread attention across unrelated fields.
Local Presence in Littleton
A Littleton-based practice means Michael A. Hearn attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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