Services

: Construction :

constructionConstruction projects often encounter a wide range of legal issues, ranging from contract negotiations to risk management to construction defect litigation. We are familiar with the issues and interests of each type of entity involved in construction projects, and are able to provide highly effective representation.

We represent owners (for both private and public works), general contractors, subcontractors, developers, lenders, joint venture partners, tenants, environmental professionals, architects and engineers.

Construction Transactions

We provide counsel and representation to clients throughout the construction process. Our construction attorneys negotiate and draft engineering, design, procurement and construction contracts, including project documentation for major infrastructure projects, cogeneration facilities, industrial complexes and manufacturing facilities, energy and alternative energy facilities and other projects of all sizes and types. We also have in-house experience with day-to-day construction matters as well as negotiating substantial construction contracts.

Our attorneys are also well-versed in addressing risk management issues in the contract negotiation stage. Contractors rely on our review and drafting services before executing contracts to prevent disputes from arising afterwards, and to mitigate risk. Further, we are familiar with the types of insurance products and bonds that can defray project risks.

Construction Litigation

Our representation of clients in construction litigation matters includes

  • Contract disputes

  • Claims analysis and negotiation
  • Environmental/toxic issues

  • Design professional's liens
  • Delay, acceleration, and interference

  • Mold issues
  • Construction and design defects

  • Mechanics’ liens and stop notices
  • Overruns and change orders

  • Engineer and architect malpractice and professional liability issues
  • Operation and performance problems

  • Land subsidence
  • Real property damage claims

Representative Matters in Construction

  • Negotiation and contract documentation for the engineering and construction of substantial industrial facilities, cogeneration facilities, and other projects for various companies, with projects valued up to $1.2 billion.

  • Representation of an asbestos removal contractor in various asbestos removal projects.
  • Pre-litigation counseling of owners, developers, lenders and others in disputes arising from construction projects.

  • Representation of various subcontractors in construction defect matters.
  • Representation of general contractors and subcontractors in breach of contract claims brought by owners and others, including delay and disruption claims.

  • Representation of property owners, contractors, subcontractors, consultants in connection with mechanics’ lien rights and collections.