Craig M.J. Allely
- Denver
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In nearly 40 years as a litigator, Craig has represented Fortune 100 businesses, Grammy-winning performers, sports players unions, the Society of Jesus (Jesuits), and a Russian forest products company.
Trial attorney, litigator, and counsellor Craig Allely has obtained favorable settlements, judgments, and verdicts in more than 15 states and represented clients from every continent except Antarctica.
Craig has worked on class-action litigation in state and federal courts across the country. He also coordinated significant national litigated matters and participated in several multidistrict litigations, guiding interdisciplinary teams to efficiently accomplish client objectives.
Craig represented clients in commercial real estate and construction matters, Consumer Financial Protection Bureau and Internal Revenue Service investigations, international financial transactions, and analysis of commercial general liability insurance coverage issues. He has also handled claims involving product liability, premises liability, insurance coverage, and personal injury.
Active in civic organizations, Craig represents Advocates Abroad, a field-based organization providing essential free legal aid to refugees and asylum seekers.
Areas of focus
Industries
Services
Education & Credentials
Education
- Georgetown University Law Center, J.D., magna cum laude, Order of the Coif, 1986
- Colorado College, cum laude, 1983
Bar and Court Admissions
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Colorado
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New York
Professional Recognition
Ranked "Top-Rated Lawyer" by Avvo.com
Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum, The Top Trial Lawyers in America
Million Dollar Advocates Forum, The Top Trial Lawyers in America
*Peer Review Rated AV in Martindale-Hubbell
(AV®, BV® and CV® are registered certification marks of Reed Elsevier Properties Inc., used in accordance with the Martindale-Hubbell certification procedures, standards and policies.)
Impact
Professional Leadership
- America's Top 100 High Stakes Litigators®, Member
- American Bar Association, Member
- Colorado and Denver Bar Associations, Member
Community Involvement
- Colorado International School, Volunteer
- Advocates Abroad, Counsel and Global Pedagogy, Counsel
Professional Experience
Pre-Suit Resolution
Pre-Suit Resolution
IRS Investigation
Representing a client in an Internal Revenue Service investigation related to foreign accounts.
CFPB Investigation
Defend a client in a Consumer Financial Protection Bureau investigation, which resulted in settlement and entry of consent decree.
Alternative Dispute Resolution
Resolved High-Demand Claim in ADR
Acted as lead counsel in a confidential mediated settlement of a large property damage product liability matter alleging damages in excess of nine figures.
CPSC Mediation for Supplier*
Served as lead counsel for a raw material supplier in a Consumer Products Safety Commission-sponsored mediation.
Automotive Dealer Terminations
Defended clients in several Chrysler and General Motors dealer termination arbitrations.
Construction and Real Estate ADR
Resolved numerous construction and commercial real estate disputes in arbitrations and mediations.
* Prior Experience
Court Resolution and Trial Representation
Product Liability Class Actions
Act as counsel in multiple product liability class actions.
Nondisclosure Agreement Dispute
Achieved dismissal of a complaint based on an alleged breach of a nondisclosure agreement.
Premises Liability Claims
Provided counsel in various premises liability matters.
Patent Litigation
Provided counsel in several patent disputes.
Construction Contractor Disputes
Served as general contractor counsel in a dispute with subcontractors and owners in one matter and as subcontractor counsel in a complex lien dispute.
Financial Institutions
Served as lenders’ counsel in multiple secured transactions and lender’s liability disputes.
Florida Product Liability Verdict
Won a jury verdict of $6 million against E. I. DuPont de Nemours & Co. Inc. in a trial of product liability action involving Benlate fungicide.
Colorado Jury Verdict
Obtained a jury verdict in excess of $1 million in a three-week jury trial in Adams County, Colorado.
Insurance Coverage Dispute*
Obtained an $18 million jury verdict after a four-week trial in a policyholder’s suit against insurer.
Board Member Breach of Fiduciary Duty*
Achieved a defense verdict after a three-week jury trial against a board member for alleged breach of fiduciary duty.
Defense Verdict in Breach of Contract Case*
Secured a defense verdict after a two-week jury trial for a Russian company in an alleged breach of contract claim.
Patent Infringement Trial*
Achieved a minimal damages award against a client after a two-week jury trial in a patent infringement claim.
* Prior Experience
Multidistrict Litigation
In Re Chinese Manufactured Drywall Products Liability Litigation
U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana
Represent the State of Louisiana in connection with importation and use of defective Chinese drywall products within the state in renovation and new home construction. MDL No. 2047
In Re Kitec Plumbing System Products Liability Litigation
U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Texas MDL No. 2098
In Re Zurn PEX Plumbing Products Liability Litigation
U.S. District Court for the District of Minnesota No. 08-MDL-01958
In Re Uponor, Inc., F 1807 Plumbing Fittings Products Liability Litigation
U.S. District Court for the District of Minnesota No. 14-MDL-02247
In Re Imprelis Herbicide Marketing, Sales Practices and Products Liability Litigation
U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania No. MDL 2284