Because we are a full-service law firm, we have the unique ability of tailoring our services to the client and the project. Our attorneys have experience drafting and negotiating design, financing and construction agreements for owners, developers, lending institutions, contractors, subcontractors and design professions for both private and public construction projects. We also have particular expertise in state and federal construction contracting, drawing on the experience and knowledge of our government contracts lawyers. Because our team also consists of real estate attorneys and commercial finance attorneys, we have the unique ability of being able to draft and negotiate contracts for all facets of the construction project.
Every construction project carries risks for all parties involved. Each interested party must clearly understand the risks it faces, determine the risks it is willing to tolerate and figure out the strategies available to manage and finance those risks. Our construction attorneys have extensive experience with all types of construction contracts and project delivery methods. We can efficiently identify terms and conditions that contain onerous risks and allocate and/or finance them accordingly. We are also familiar with applicable insurance products to manage the allocation of risks. We negotiate hard for our clients with the understanding that the best contract is usually one that is reasonable to all parties involved.
For those involved in construction projects, the best protection against disputes down the road is a well-written contract at the outset. Our attorneys have in-depth knowledge of construction law and the construction industry. This enables us to anticipate potential problems and negotiate terms to address them. We understand the variables that can impact how an agreement allocates risks, defines