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What the Team is Known For

Cohen Seglias Pallas Greenhall & Furman PC has a robust construction team with expertise in litigation and complex contract negotiations. It is noted for representing a range of general contractors and subcontractors in the construction industry, including electrical, mechanical and concrete specialists. The firm is well versed in providing counsel on bid protests and bid withdrawals, and on issues concerning government procurement and the Miller Act.

Work Highlights

  • Cohen Seglias represented Henick Lane, Inc in litigation regarding breach of contracts, change orders and delay damages arising from HVAC work for a courthouse.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Edward Seglias
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Edward Seglias
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Edward Seglias attracts praise for his representation of contractors and subcontractors in complex disputes such as breach of contract and wrongful termination claims.

Ed is well versed in all construction-related issues.

Roy S. Cohen
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Roy S. Cohen
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Band 2

Roy Cohen is routinely called upon to advise on contract negotiations and breach-of-contract disputes. He has experience counseling general contractors, construction managers, municipal authorities, private developers, architects, engineers and sureties.

He is a fantastic orator and very adept at questioning witnesses and experts.

Anthony L. Byler
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Anthony L. Byler
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Anthony Byler is commended for his work guiding clients, including public and private owners, contractors, subcontractors and material suppliers, through complex construction disputes. He appears in state and federal court as well as alternative dispute resolution forums.

Tony is a pleasure to work with.

George E. Pallas
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George E. Pallas
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Band 3

George Pallas has strong skills in construction litigation, including wrongful termination and breach-of-contract disputes. He acts as counsel for a range of clients, including contractors, subcontractors and suppliers on both public and private projects.

George is the best!

Jason A. Copley
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Jason A. Copley
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Jason Copley works on behalf of clients such as contractors and subcontractors, handling a range of construction disputes. His client base includes entities in the glass industry. Other than litigation, he also regularly drafts and negotiates construction contracts.

Jason does a great job of translating legal language for the non-legal business person.

He practices at a high level.

Lane F. Kelman
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Lane F. Kelman
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Lane Kelman is a highly regarded attorney noted for his work in the construction space, representing developers, general contractors and traders. He also has experience in contract negotiation work.

Lane’s expertise is evident in his ability to distill intricate legal concepts into clear, actionable strategies.

Lori Wisniewski Azzara
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Lori Wisniewski Azzara
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Band 3

Lori Wisniewski Azzara is an experienced litigator with a strong track record in acting for owners, developers, contractors and others on complex construction claims in state and federal courts. Clients also rely on her for assistance with contract negotiations.

Lori is an exceptional partner.

Lori is and has been a wonderful resource for our company. I would be lost without her counsel.

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Lisa M. Wampler
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Lisa Wampler is co-chair of Cohen Seglias' Construction Contracts and Risk Management practice group. She regularly represents clients from both the public and private spheres, including owners and general contractors. She specializes in representing electrical and mechanical subcontractors, as well as handling complex litigations. She is also the founding member of the firm's Women's Initiative group.

She is knowledgeable.

Ranked Lawyers at
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Edward Seglias
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Edward Seglias
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Band 1
Roy S. Cohen
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Roy S. Cohen
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Band 2
Anthony L. Byler
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Anthony L. Byler
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Band 3
George E. Pallas
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George E. Pallas
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Band 3
Jason A. Copley
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Jason A. Copley
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Band 3
Lane F. Kelman
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Lane F. Kelman
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Band 3
Lori Wisniewski Azzara
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Lori Wisniewski Azzara
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Band 3
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Lisa M. Wampler
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Band 4