Department profile
Michael Best & Friedrich LLP

Construction

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Michael Best & Friedrich LLP

Rankings

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Construction - Wisconsin

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For

Michael Best & Friedrich LLP is home to a strong construction practice with expertise spanning sector transactions, contracting and litigation. The team regularly handles delay and defect claims as well as change order request disputes. It is notable for its representation of design professionals as well as owners, contractors and other project parties.

Work Highlights

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  • Michael Best & Friedrich advised Brew City Capital Group on the development of a 48-unit housing development.

Strengths

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  • They have a deep bench for construction and have experts they can call on. I've never had an issue where they didn't have someone on the team to help.

    Construction respondentUSA
  • Michael Best is first in class when it comes to industry knowledge, experience and attention to detail. Its lawyers have top-shelf expertise in construction related matters.

    Construction respondentUSA
  • Michael Best stands out for its high level of expertise, prompt responses and attention to detail.

    Construction respondentUSA
  • They are very professional and easy to communicate with.

    Construction respondentUSA

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Lauren A. Triebenbach
    Band 1Lauren A. Triebenbach

    Lauren A. Triebenbach

    Lauren Triebenbach is leader of the firm's construction group. She handles matters from contract drafting and negotiations through to dispute resolution. She regularly handles delay, defect and change order disputes.

    • Lauren is one of the sharpest contract lawyers I've worked with. She is very intelligent and commercially savvy.

      Construction respondentUSA
    • She is always willing and able to explain complex legal practice and terms in a simple manner.

      Construction respondentUSA
    • Lauren is the best lawyer I have had the opportunity to work with.

      Construction respondentUSA
    • Lauren is exceptional and among the top of her peers in construction law.

      Construction respondentUSA
  • Band 2Michelle Wagner Ebben
    Band 2Michelle Wagner Ebben

    Michelle Wagner Ebben

    Michelle Wagner Ebben advises clients on construction contracts as part of her broader practice. She also has experience across the range of sector disputes.

  • Up and ComingJonathan T. Luljak
    Up and ComingJonathan T. Luljak

    Jonathan T. Luljak

    Jonathan Luljak advises his clients on the full cycle of construction project development, including disputes. He regularly acts on commercial and residential projects.

    • Jonathan is smart, practical and works efficiently.

      Construction respondentUSA

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