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Construction

USA Guide 2026 : Illinois

Laurie & Brennan, LLP

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Our Firm

As one of the largest boutique construction law firms in Chicago, Laurie & Brennan has developed an unrivaled bench of industry experience and know-how to represent clients in some of the most sophisticated construction projects across the United States.

Whether a matter merits a single construction law adviser or a team of ten, L&B delivers the support that complex construction matters require.

Full-Service Construction Law Capabilities

As dedicated construction lawyers, we understand our clients’ businesses and the risks they face in every complex project. We draw on deep industry experience to craft innovative strategies that resolve complex construction issues.

Throughout the lifespan of a construction project, our team manages all aspects of our clients’ needs such as project procurement and contract negotiation; claim prevention and evaluation; and all aspects of dispute resolution, including mediation, arbitration, litigation, and appeals.

We represent local, regional, national, and international companies involved in construction and are the counsel of choice for developers, general contractors, and subcontractors alike.

Chambers Review

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Construction - Illinois

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Laurie & Brennan, LLP is an outstanding boutique providing clients with the full suite of construction advice and representation on major projects. It acts for owners and developers, among others, on matters including contract negotiation, disputes and transactions. The team is well versed in sophisticated projects in a diverse array of sectors including industrial facilities, leisure and healthcare.

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Work Highlights

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Laurie & Brennan defended Tarsco Bolted Tank against a claim brought by Chattanooga Boiler & Tank concerning alleged defective water tank materials sold by Tarsco for a hybrid electric generation facility in Illinois.

Strengths

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Laurie & Brennan bring unparalleled expertise. They help us cut to the chase in terms of what is important and not important. They are able to distill the issues we need to be worried about. They are incredibly responsive.
Construction respondentUSA
They are subject matter experts for construction. They are smart , experienced and provide unbelievable value, they turn documents around quickly and are great advocates.
Construction respondentUSA

Notable Practitioners

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Ross Altman
Ross Altman is senior counsel at the firm. He has a wide-ranging construction practice and frequently handles contract negotiations relating to the development of facilities in the technology and life sciences sectors. He is particularly recognized for his experience advising on projects with novel delivery methods.
He is highly intelligent and very articulate.
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Senior Statespeople
Ty D Laurie
Founding partner Ty Laurie is noted for handling some of the most complex construction litigation cases in the state. He often represents clients in disputes that involve sophisticated default, delay and damages claims.
Ty Laurie is a construction lawyer-turned-mediator with an enormous amount of influence from coast to coast.
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Band 1
Band 1
Daniel Brennan
Head of department Daniel Brennan has expertise in the drafting and negotiation of construction contracts, as well as litigation and dispute resolution. He regularly advises engineers, developers and contractors.
Daniel Brennan has a deep understanding of construction issues and he can interface knowledgeably with the business team.
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Band 2
Band 2
Krista Kapp
Krista Kapp is commended for her strong transactional and contract negotiation skills. She also has notable expertise in construction-related litigation and dispute resolution. Her recent work includes a wide range of projects, including mixed-use developments and transportation infrastructure.
Krista Kapp is very experienced, smart and knowledgeable. She is very personable, quick to respond and gets things done quickly and practically.
Construction respondentUSA
Krista is a valuable asset in providing guidance through the construction document process.
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Band 2
Band 2
Ryan Hiss
Ryan Hiss has experience handling a range of construction matters, including major infrastructure and government projects in both the USA and abroad. He advises on engineering design and construction defect matters as well as default, delay and other damages claims.
Ryan understands our company and our inner workings. He someone we can rely on, who feels like part of our company.
Construction respondentUSA
Ryan Hiss is really thorough, really responsive. He takes the time to walk us through the legal language and makes it easy to digest.
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Band 3
Band 3
Bill Toliopoulos
Bill Toliopoulos offers comprehensive legal counsel, from contract negotiations to dispute resolution, for projects nationwide. He had handled disputes such as corporate dissolution, shareholder matters, insurance litigation and statutory claims.
Bill is a valuable partner, who has excellent construction experience that is invaluable to me and my colleagues.
Construction respondentUSA
Bill is a seasoned partner who has been practicing for a very long time.
Construction respondentUSA
Bill is a really strong construction lawyer and a really compelling advocate.
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Band 3
Band 3
Chad Shifrin
Chad Shifrin is noted for navigating the complexities of various construction projects representing owners, developers, contractors, subcontractors, and designers. He offers valuable assistance in contract negotiations and project management.
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