Construction
USA Guide 2024 : Illinois
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+1 312 521 2000About
Provided by Much Shelist, P.C.
The Construction practice at Much is a go-to resource for local, regional, national, and international clients involved in the complex construction and design sectors. Clients include Fortune 500 companies, ENR-listed contractors and design professionals, and middle-market companies. We have a significant transactional practice, as well as robust litigation and alternative dispute resolution capabilities, with experience in design- and construction-defect claims, scheduling delay and disruption claims, and other types of claims. In a recent two-year period, we advised clients on design and construction contracts representing projects valued at over US$3.5 billion in construction costs.
Much is one of the few Chicago law firms with experienced construction attorneys who also have substantial, hands-on training in the architectural and engineering professions. Clients benefit from the deep knowledge of a construction boutique coupled with the range and resources of a full-service business law firm. Members of the Construction group regularly collaborate with attorneys from across the firm to advise design and construction industry clients on a full range of issues, including construction law matters, licensing issues, M&A due diligence, bankruptcy, real estate development, construction lending, labor and employment, construction insurance and environmental matters. We bring a 360-degree view to client matters that sets us apart from our competitors.
Chambers Review
Much Shelist, P.C. is a well-known construction and engineering law team, sought out by many local, regional and national clients for its experience advising on a broad spectrum of transactional and litigation matters. The firm is noted for its adept handling of design and construction defect claims.
Work Highlights
- Much Shelist represented McHugh Enterprises and James McHugh Construction in negotiations, contract closeouts and litigation with subcontractor Chicago Heights Glass and its surety regarding the NEMA Chicago project, among others.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Much Shelist is well versed in construction law matters in every regard to our business needs spanning over many regions of the US."
"They have different specialists for different types of work and it reflects very strongly."
"Much Shelist has a strong group of attorneys in the construction law practice."
"Much Shelist is well versed in construction law matters in every regard to our business needs spanning over many regions of the US."
"They have different specialists for different types of work and it reflects very strongly."
"Much Shelist has a strong group of attorneys in the construction law practice."
Notable Practitioners
Josh Leavitt is particularly noted for his expertise in construction disputes but extends his practice to advising on due diligence and contract negotiation.
"Josh is the most intelligent and knowledgeable construction lawyer I know."
"Mr. Leavitt is without a doubt the best legal representation that we have ever utilized within our company."
"Josh has a great deal of experience in all aspects of construction law."
Daniel Rosenberg is highly regarded for his busy construction practice advising on both complex contracting matters and construction litigation. His clients benefit from his significant prior experience as general counsel to a construction company.
"He’s a tremendous attorney on behalf of his clients, but always mindful of the market and what is industry-appropriate."
"Dan has a great deal of experience in all aspects of construction law."
"Mr. Rosenberg is extremely knowledgeable and experienced, with first-class client interaction."
Scott Fradin is recognized for his work on contract negotiation and construction litigation, drawing on his unique experience as a licensed architect when representing his clients.
"Scott has very good response times and is very professional."
"A very knowledgeable and pragmatic lawyer."
"Scott has a great deal of experience in construction law."
Ranked Lawyers at
Much Shelist, P.C.
Illinois
Members
Provided by Much Shelist, P.C.
Daniel Bronson
Daniel Rosenberg
David Nightingale
Head of Department
Marc O'Brien
Micole Simis
Neil Posner
Patrick Barnett
Head of Department
Steven DeGraff
Clients
Provided by Much Shelist, P.C.
A. Epstein and Sons International, Inc.
Akara Partners
CA Ventures
Clark Construction
Dilling Group
Hartshorne Plunkard Architecture
James McHugh Construction
MB Real Estate Services Inc.
Macon Construction Group
Reed Construction