Excellence
Detail
Consistency
Providing the highest tier of legal consulting services to the best law firms.
VISION
The best law firms need the best work product.
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CCH Law was founded in March 2025 with the goal of making the highest tier of legal services available to law firms of all sizes on a consulting, or a "contract," basis.
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Chris Hayes, CCH Law's Principal, is a Stanford alum and former four-year Judicial Law Clerk for a U.S. District Judge. Chris has extensive experience working in a variety of law firm environments—from multiple global commercial litigation practices, to the City Attorney's Office of Fort Collins, CO, to a nationally prominent Chambers Band-1 construction firm. Chris is a tenth-year lawyer with a deep background in complex litigation and both review and negotiation of very large construction contracts. Most importantly, Chris understands the challenges of building a winning case or a solid deal and will be there to help you and your clients across the finish line.
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If your firm needs help with complex cases—including assessments, strategy, dispositive motions, difficult commercial contracts, or ongoing project support—don't hesitate to reach out.​​
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PRACTICE
AREAS
LITIGATION & ADR
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Case Strategy
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Case Analysis
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Brief Writing
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Dispositive Motions
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Discovery
TRANSACTIONAL
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Contract Drafting
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Contract Review
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Negotiation Support
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Business Counseling
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Issue Summaries​
AREAS OF SUPPORT:
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Business Litigation
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Complex Litigation
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Construction Law
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Municipal Law
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Administrative Law
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Civil Rights
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Family Law
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Civil Rights & § 1983
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Personal Injury
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Copyright and Trademark
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Commercial Contracts
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Construction
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Water Law
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Renewable Energy
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Project Support
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Compliance
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Real Estate
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Insurance Coverage​​​
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Federal Courts (CA & CO)
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State Courts (CA & CO)
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AAA Commercial Arbitration
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AAA Construction Arbitration​​​
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Mediation
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Executive Dispute Resolution
Experience
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Of Counsel, BBG Construction Law
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Assistant City Attorney, Fort Collins
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Associate, CHPL
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Associate, Dentons
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Associate, Littler Mendelson
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Judicial Law Clerk, U.S. District Judge Thomas J. Whelan
Education
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Stanford University
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Bachelor of Arts, English​
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University of Oxford,
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Stanford in Oxford Program
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University of San Diego School of Law
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J.D., Magna Cum Laude (Top 5%)
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Articles Editor, SD Law Review
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President, PDP Legal Honor Society
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Representative Matters
Chris Hayes
PRINCIPAL
Tel: (858) 663-3880
Admitted in CA, CO​
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Reviewed and negotiated multiple eight and nine-figure construction contracts for prominent national builders—including for airports, highways, schools, power plants, apartment complexes, and commercial developments.
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Drafted, reviewed, and revised various design consultancy agreements, architect agreements, NDAs, and subcontracts.​
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Provided ongoing project support for a large public entity on a nine-figure infrastructure improvement.
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Served as principal legal advisor to the City of Fort Collins' Building Services, Zoning, and transportation agencies.
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Reviewed, advised on, and executed large commercial & construction contracts for the City of Fort Collins.
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Obtained summary judgment for a medical device manufacturer in federal court.
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Obtained dismissal of action against power provider without leave to amend.​
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Filed a novel motion on an immunity ground and obtained favorable settlement in action against architecture firm.
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Served as Judicial Law Clerk for a U.S. District Judge for four years, providing detailed research and legal drafting support in a variety of areas of civil practice—including civil rights law, commercial contract disputes, IP, labor & employment, fraud, and unfair competition.
CONTACT
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