Construction - New Jersey
What the team is known for
Connell Foley is a leading construction firm with vast experience assisting governmental entities, owners, developers and contractors with contract negotiation and litigation. They regularly handle claims involving delay, defective design and construction issues as well as bidding disputes and lien filings.
Strengths
"They are excellent. There is never an issue with quality or responsiveness."
"Connell Foley's guidance and expertise has been exceptional."
"The team is phenomenal. They are very good at what they do."
Work highlights
Connell Foley served as special construction counsel to Essex County Vocational Technical Schools in relation to the renovation and expansion of the Newark Vocational Technical Campus and the expansion of the West Caldwell Vocational Technical Campus.
Notable practitioners
Mark Fleder is valued for his ability to handle major construction projects and litigation on behalf of public owners and general contractors. "Mark is a very knowledgeable guy."
Michael McBride is highly regarded for his deep expertise advising owners and developers on major construction projects and disputes. "Michael is a very sound attorney." "Michael has always guided us properly."
Peter Smith is deeply experienced in the litigation and arbitration of construction disputes and is recognized for his work as an arbitrator and mediator. "I appreciate his experience. He is thoughtful and patient. He is good about understanding the arbitration process as opposed to litigation." "Peter is a strong mediator and pretty well known as a go-to mediator." "Peter Smith is a great mediator."
Mitchell Taraschi is co-chair of Connell Foley's construction group and delivers successful litigation outcomes for a diverse array of construction industry clients. His projects include large-scale developments of residential, commercial, industrial and mixed-use projects in New Jersey and New York, including projects in Newark, Jersey City, Hackensack, Manhattan and Queens. "Mitch is very responsive and detail-oriented." "He is a very strong team leader." "He is very detailed and very precise. The biggest thing is that he is open-minded."
