The modern building and design process is complex and rapidly changing. GHR's construction attorneys are well versed in all aspects of construction and handle disputes with the most advanced techniques. We represent owners, developers, architects, engineers, general contractors, construction managers, specialty and other subcontractors in public and private projects of any size and type.
Our extensive experience in all phases of the construction process includes:
- Acquisition and development of real estate
- Project financing and bonding
- Assistance in negotiating, drafting and interpreting contracts
- Analysis and advice regarding construction, billing and contracting practices
- Selection and implementation of project delivery methods, such as design-award-build, fast-track projects, design/build and construction management relationships
- Drafting special needs documents
- Bond and insurance review
- Bond and insurance claims
- Assessing, negotiating and handling claims involving bid preparation and protests, construction defects, defective design, delays, payment, liens, change orders, differing site conditions, acceleration, labor inefficiency, suspension and termination, the Spearin doctrine and pay-when-paid provisions
- Matters involving employees and independent contractors, including wage-and-hour and fringe benefits, collective bargaining agreements, compliance with employment laws such as age, race, gender and disability discrimination, and workplace safety
- Zoning, municipal and governmental matters
- Debtor-creditor issues and matters involving bankrupt or insolvent parties
- Claim avoidance, including risk-shifting and claim analysis
- Dispute resolution, including litigation, arbitration, mediation and hybrid methods
- Handling matters involving ownership rights in plans, specifications and other forms of intellectual property
- Water law including transfer rights, easements, applications, adjudications and administrative hearings