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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)

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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 continued to represent The Beck Group on the negotiation of a new contract with Moffitt Cancer Center, for the construction of a new outpatient treatment center.

Strengths

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The firm is creative in their approach to complex issues and is able to find a positive resolution for all stakeholders.

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The firm is very responsive, friendly, and it goes above and beyond to make sure our needs are met.

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The attorneys are very knowledgeable with a great support team of paralegals and associates.

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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 a superior attorney.

Tim is excellent in terms of timeliness and expertise.

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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.

Erik is knowledgeable about all aspects of construction and is responsive to any and all needs we have.

Erik has a high level of common sense and knowledge of the law and makes matters easy to understand for the client.

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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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Members

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David Keel

Erik Raines

Head of Department

Jason Lambert

Jason Molder

Rocco Cafaro