Nicholas DeBruyne, Construction Attorney in Boulder, Colorado
Over 5 years of legal practice
Berg Hill Greenleaf & Ruscitti LLP
Boulder, CO
Practicing construction in Boulder since 2021.
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Nicholas DeBruyne is an attorney based in Boulder, COLORADO. The practice focuses on Construction. Nicholas has over 5 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Berg Hill Greenleaf & Ruscitti LLP.
- Based in
- Boulder, COLORADO
- Experience
- over 5 years
- Known for
- Construction
- Handles Construction matters from Boulder, COLORADO.
- Over 5 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Construction (2026).
About Nicholas DeBruyne: Nicholas DeBruyne is an attorney based in Boulder, COLORADO. The practice focuses on Construction. Nicholas has over 5 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Berg Hill Greenleaf & Ruscitti LLP.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Nicholas DeBruyne
Nicholas concentrates on construction. Each area below outlines the kind of case Nicholas handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Construction cases in Boulder, Colorado
Nicholas takes construction matters in Boulder, Colorado. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Nicholas agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Nicholas DeBruyne — Over 5 years of Colorado construction experience
Nicholas DeBruyne is an attorney based in Boulder, COLORADO. The practice focuses on Construction. Nicholas has over 5 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Berg Hill Greenleaf & Ruscitti LLP.
Nicholas DeBruyne is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Litigation - Construction.
Nicholas, who practices law in Boulder, Colorado, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Nicholas is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Working with Nicholas on a construction matter
Nicholas DeBruyne is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Litigation - Construction. Nicholas, who practices law in Boulder, Colorado, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Nicholas is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Who Nicholas represents
Nicholas reviews new inquiries case-by-case for construction matters in Boulder and the surrounding Colorado area.
Credentials
Nicholas DeBruyne's legal education and bar admissions
Chicago-Kent College of Law at IIT
J.D. · 2021
Jurisdictions
Nicholas's state bar admissions
Colorado, Colorado B
2021 · ACTIVE
Nicholas studied at J.D. in Chicago-Kent College of Law at IIT.
Law school and academic background
Nicholas completed J.D. in Chicago-Kent College of Law at IIT. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Nicholas runs in Colorado is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Nicholas DeBruyne
Nicholas has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Construction
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Construction (2026).
Locations
Nicholas DeBruyne's office in Boulder
Nicholas's primary office is at 1712 Pearl Street, Boulder, Colorado, 80302. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Berg Hill Greenleaf & Ruscitti LLP
1712 Pearl Street
Boulder, Colorado 80302
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How to hire Nicholas DeBruyne — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new construction attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Nicholas usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Nicholas charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Nicholas's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Nicholas will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a construction attorney in Boulder, Colorado
A short list to run through before you commit: How many construction matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Nicholas
Nicholas discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in construction practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every construction matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Nicholas confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Nicholas's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many construction practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Nicholas DeBruyne
How much does it cost to hire Nicholas for a construction case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Nicholas walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Nicholas offer a free consultation?
Nicholas charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Nicholas's office. Some construction attorneys offer free consults — check Nicholas's current terms during booking.
How long do construction cases in Colorado typically take?
Simple construction matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Nicholas gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Nicholas take my case if I'm outside Boulder?
Nicholas is licensed in Colorado. Matters governed by Colorado law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Nicholas will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Nicholas?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Nicholas will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Nicholas accepting new construction clients right now?
Nicholas's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Construction attorneys serving Boulder, Denver and Colorado Springs in Colorado
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