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Becker & Poliakoff PA

Construction

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Becker & Poliakoff PA

About

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With one of the largest, dedicated teams of Board Certified Construction attorneys, Becker’s Construction Law Practice Group is well-known nationally for its knowledge of the construction industry and experience effectively protecting the interests of its clients. Practice Group Chair Steven Lesser is Past Chair of the American Bar Association’s Forum on Construction Law, the largest organization of constructional lawyers with over 6,000 construction professionals around the world.

The firm has handled numerous and varied construction-related cases, many of which have involved complex delay issues with a multitude of defendants, and scores of construction defects. Our construction attorneys represent clients in both transactions and disputes ranging from single- and multi-family dwellings to large commercial buildings, planned unit developments, multi-use retail, industrial and governmental projects.

Since 2021, Becker has consistently earned national recognition in “The Top 50 Construction Law Firms” by Construction Executive Magazine. Chambers USA has also recognized the firm’s Construction group every year it has published its global law firm ranking guide.

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Construction - USA - Nationwide

Band 5

What the Team is Known For

Becker & Poliakoff PA has a strong presence across Florida and New Jersey, with a reputation for representing the owners of construction projects, including associations and developers. The firm has notable expertise in acting for condominium and community associations, including in litigation. It is also noted for its strength in the public-private partnership space. The team's sector expertise covers retail, education and healthcare.

Notable practitioners

Steven B. Lesser, Lee A. Weintraub and Sanjay Kurian are key contacts at the firm.

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Work Highlights

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  • Becker & Poliakoff is advising Salvadore Dali Museum in St. Petersburg Florida on all contract documents for a $50 million renovation.

Strengths

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  • Becker & Poliakoff represents clients zealously with practical thinking.

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  • They consistently demonstrate a deep understanding of complex construction law issues and are able to navigate sophisticated matters with clarity, precision and strategic insight.

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  • Becker & Poliakoff is extremely responsive and provide the highest level of service.

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Members

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  • Steven Lesser

    Head of Department

  • Sanjay Kurian

  • Claramargaret Groover

  • Lee Weintraub

  • Martin Cabalar

  • John Prisco

  • Aaron Pruss

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