About

Provided by Frantz Ward LLP

Frantz Ward is recognized both locally and nationally as a leading law firm in the construction industry. The Frantz Ward construction lawyers don’t dabble―they are intensely immersed in every facet of the industry and are regularly looked to as thought leaders on critical issues affecting all project stakeholders. Frantz Ward’s Construction Group is comprised of thirteen lawyers solely focused on construction law, including contract preparation and negotiation, construction claims prosecution and analysis, construction contracts, construction litigation, project conceptualization and planning, project financing, project management, and alternative dispute resolution proceedings including arbitration and mediation. The group is supported by over two dozen additional lawyers who represent construction clients in specialized areas such as, labor and employment, OSHA, workers’ compensation, real estate, compliance, corporate governance, mergers and acquisitions, succession planning and many other areas.

We represent hundreds of general contractors, heavy highway contractors, tunneling contractors, subcontractors, developers, design/builders, design professionals, lenders, manufacturers, owners, specialty trades, sureties, and suppliers.

Our lawyers have efficiently and successfully managed, mediated, and litigated claims on a wide variety of projects in more than 40 states, as well as nearly a dozen other countries.

Chambers Review

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Construction - Ohio

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What the Team is Known For

Frantz Ward is an experienced practice, known for representing a range of clients including insurers, contractors and manufacturers. The firm has expertise in construction-related litigation at federal courts across the USA. The team possesses particular capabilities in dispute avoidance and damage mitigation. It is also noted for its counsel to performance and payment bond sureties on default claims matters.

Work Highlights

  • Frantz Ward continued to represent PCS Companies in a USD20 million dispute arising from the construction of North America's largest indoor sports facility.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Ian H Frank
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Ian H Frank
Head of Construction
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Band 1

Ian Frank, chair of the construction group, is highly recommended for his expert representation in high-stakes dispute resolution. He often advises on claims for unpaid work and other actions resulting from delays or mismanagement of large projects.

Ian is very thorough and very reasonable. He will tell you like it is.

Ian provides top-notch client service coupled with sophisticated work product that addresses highly complex matters.

Ian is one of the handful of titans of the industry, he has done and seen everything.

Marc A Sanchez
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Marc A Sanchez
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Band 3

Marc Sanchez is recognized for regularly representing contractors and developers in disputes relating to commercial, residential and mixed-use developments. In particular, he has experience in wrongful termination, breach of contract and post-completion claims.

Not sure what more you could ask for from an attorney. He is a guy who is going to fight for you.

Marc is a really good communicator and an excellent advocate in mediations and arbitrations.

Michael J. Frantz Jr.
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Michael J. Frantz Jr.
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Band 3

Michael Frantz is well known for his proficiency in representing clients in significant construction litigation and arbitrations. He regularly assists with cases concerning design defects, as well as default and termination disputes, involving a vast array of assets.

Mike has demonstrated the ability to negotiate favorable terms that deliver business-focused results.

He provides me with advice that absolutely protects my best interests.

Mike is fantastic. He is even tempered and intelligent.

Ranked Lawyers at
Frantz Ward LLP

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Ohio

Construction

Ian H Frank
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Ian H Frank
Head of Construction
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Band 1
Marc A Sanchez
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Marc A Sanchez
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Band 3
Michael J. Frantz Jr.
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Michael J. Frantz Jr.
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Members

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Allison Taller Reich

Andrew M. Hanna

Bradley N. Ouambo

Colleen C. Murnane

Ian H Frank

Ian H Frank

Head of Department

Marc A. Sanchez

Mark J. Stockman

Mark L. Rodio

Melissa A. Jones

Michael J. Frantz, Jr.