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Krebs Farley

Construction

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Construction - Louisiana

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For
Krebs Farley is notable for its deep expertise in disputes arising from defaulted projects, personal injury matters and defective work claims. The firm offers excellent strength in its representation of sureties, as well as an active practice operating for clients such as contractors, engineers, architects and lenders.
Strengths

Krebs Farley know how to successfully win at trial and resolve disputes and when appropriate, without the need for litigation.

The firm has a robust knowledge base and industry knowledge.

I can always count on timely and thorough responses from the team.

Work Highlights

Krebs Farley represented Crum & Forster in handling all aspects of the TL Hawk default, a highway contractor that defaulted on four construction projects with

the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development.

Notable practitioners
David J Krebs
David Krebs handles significant litigation for his professional construction clients. He has particular expertise in matters pertaining to defaulted construction projects.

David is one of the finest counselors I have dealt with in our industry.


Craig Mangum
Craig Mangum draws praise for his contentious practice, where he frequently advises on public bid protests, administrative claims and lien disputes.

Craig is well versed in the law and understands the needs of his clients. He thinks outside the box as when providing solutions to his client's problems.

Craig is an excellent litigator with extensive experience.

Craig is a skilled surety lawyer that provides innovative and creative solutions to complex problems.


Elliot Scharfenberg
Elliot Scharfenberg is recognized for his burgeoning practice, where he frequently acts for clients in performance bond and surety disputes.

Elliot Scharfenberg is extremely attentive extremely knowledgeable and does a great job.

Elliot has excellent specialty knowledge.

Elliot is very good at handling cases, he has a strategy and sticks to it. He knows how to work with us as a client and understands us very well.

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