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Hill Ward Henderson’s Construction & Design attorneys have many decades of combined experience in advising and assisting clients throughout all phases of commercial and residential construction projects, from pre-construction planning, negotiating, bidding, contracting, and design, through project management, construction, and completion.

Our clients include private developers, government agencies, general contractors and design-build contractors, homebuilders, construction managers, subcontractors, and suppliers, as well as architects, engineers, and other design professionals.

We advise clients and protect their interests pursuant to all applicable Florida laws, regulations, and industry standards, including:

  • Florida Building Code (Chapter 553, Florida Statutes)
  • Construction Defects (Chapter 558, Florida Statutes)
  • Construction/Mechanic’s Liens (Chapter 713, Florida Statutes)
  • Construction Contracting and Licensing (Chapter 489, Florida Statutes)
  • Construction and Design Professionals (Chapter 471 (Engineers) and Chapter 481 (Architects), Florida Statutes)
  • Bidding (Chapter 255, Florida Statutes)
  • Insurance (Chapters 624, 627, Florida Statutes)
  • Bonds (Chapters 255, 627, Florida Statutes)
  • Condominium Association Laws (Chapter 718, Florida Statutes)
  • Homeowner Association Laws (Chapter 720, Florida Statutes)

Chambers Review

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Construction - Florida

3
Band 3

What the Team is Known For

Hill Ward Henderson is heavily involved in development work, with a diverse client base including a range of industry professionals and some of the largest home builders in the state. The firm is noted for its involvement in a number of significant projects in the state, particularly in the Tampa Bay area. The team has experience dealing with surety work, construction contracts and litigation, with expertise in insurance matters.

Work Highlights

  • Hill Ward Henderson acted for Lemartec Corporation in regard to the construction of 20 new infrastructure and educational projects for the government of Puerto Rico.

Strengths

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The firm is excellent in terms of responsiveness. Its lawyers are always available and ahead of schedule. They point out things if they need follow-up and flag issues ahead of time.

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Hill Ward Henderson has an extremely in-depth knowledge of construction building and the laws that govern the practice.

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Notable Practitioners

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Timothy A Hunt
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Timothy A Hunt
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Band 1
Timothy Hunt is a highly sought-after construction attorney who advises clients on contract negotiation as well as dispute resolution.

Tim is extremely responsive.

Tim Hunt is an excellent lawyer.

Tim is terrific.

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Erik Raines
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Erik Raines
5
Band 5

Erik Raines is the current leader of Hill Ward Henderson's construction practice. He is experienced in representing his clients in both transactional and dispute matters, and regularly handles defect and delay claims.

He is super responsive and understands customer service. Along with that, he always shoots straight with us and is sure to give us all scenarios.

Erik Raines is an expert in the field; he finds solutions to complex problems.

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Timothy A Hunt
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Timothy A Hunt
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Erik Raines
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Erik Raines
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Band 5
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Members

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Erik Raines

Head of Department

Jason Lambert

Jason Molder

Rocco Cafaro