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Goodmans LLP

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Goodmans LLP

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Goodmans Construction Law Group is one of Canada’s leading construction practices. The Construction Group lawyers are recognized market leaders in contentious and non-contentious construction law matters. We provide strategic advice throughout the entire life cycle of a construction projects. We work with clients to understand and minimize project risks, and negotiate complex construction contracts, contracts with design consultants, joint venture agreements, project finance agreements, subcontracts and Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) design/build agreements.

Our mandates span jurisdictions across Canada, and we have been involved in noteworthy, multi-year construction and infrastructure projects.

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Construction - Nationwide - Canada

Band 2

What the Team is Known For
Goodmans is a Toronto law firm with a reputable construction team that is well versed in the handling of both contentious and non-contentious matters. It is frequently sought out by operators and contractors from the infrastructure and engineering sectors. The firm is noted for its strong advocacy in litigation and arbitration.
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Work Highlights

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  • Goodmans acted for Walsh Construction Company Canada in a construction litigation trial against the Toronto Transit Commission, relating to the construction of the Steeles West Pioneer Village subway station.

Strengths

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  • Goodmans provides outstanding customer service. They are always available, ready to support and have the legal expertise that provide great confidence in outcomes.

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  • They manage to always stay on top of their email communication, make meetings happen within a very reasonable time frame and are quick on letters and correspondence. It is incredible.

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  • Goodmans have talented trial attorneys with a deep bench of experienced attorneys.

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  • They have a vast knowledge of construction lien law and a great understanding of the law and the construction sector as a whole.

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  • Their knowledge of the construction sector is outstanding. They have resources to meet all needs of a project and continually deliver the expertise that is needed.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Joseph Cosentino
    Joseph Cosentino

    Joseph Cosentino

    Toronto-based Joseph Cosentino of Goodmans assists clients with the disputes process, as well as advising on front-end construction matters including contract negotiation in the residential space.

    • He is very knowledgeable and personable.

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    • Joe is a great guy. He is polite, accommodating, responsive, super smart, affable and great lawyer as well.

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    • Joseph is an excellent lawyer to with. He is always available and is prompt to execute action.

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    • He is an extremely skilled and knowledgeable lawyer. He is responsive, personable, smart and technical.

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    • Joseph provides superior client service, anticipates my firm's needs, conveyed a feeling that we are the most important client and truly cares about our business.

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  • Brad Halfin
    Brad Halfin

    Brad Halfin

    Brad Halfin is based in Goodmans' Toronto office, where his construction practice focuses on resolving disputes for owners, general contractors and subcontractors in the areas of construction liens, contract claims and negligence claims.

    • Brad is an excellent attorney, who always has a handle on all the issues in play and is very good at strategising how to best deal with them.

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    • Brad is always available and on top of every issue. He is a strong advocate, and also commercially aware, enabling him to provide the best advice to his clients.

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    • He is very knowledgeable and professional.

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    • Brad is extremely knowledgeable and prepared. You can tell he cares about our case and puts in the time and effort to fully understand it.

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    • Brad is great at client relations and an excellent lawyer.

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