Construction
USA Guide 2024 : Illinois
Band 2
About
Provided by Perkins Coie LLP
Perkins Coie is a nationally recognized leader in construction law. The attorneys represent public and private owners, design professionals, contractors and suppliers during all stages of construction—from project conception and funding through design, procurement and construction, as well as in dispute resolution.
Perkins Coie attorneys have extensive experience in preparing and negotiating claims/requests for equitable adjustment in contract price and contract time on private and public projects. Since, in addition to technical issues, many claims involve allegations of delay and/or inefficiency and disruption, our experience in Critical Path Method (CPM) schedule analysis and in admissible damages calculations equip us to assist clients in developing strategies to resolve claims of every variety.
Chambers Review
Perkins Coie LLP demonstrates expertise representing real estate developers, manufacturers and energy companies in construction matters. It isrecognized for advising clients on the drafting and negotiating of construction agreements. The team is further noted for its project development capabilities.
Work Highlights
- Perkins Coie acted for Microsoft in connection with a number of construction projects, including the preparation and negotiation of 30-plus master agreements with general contractors for Microsoft's data center and substation projects in the USA, Canada, Mexico and Brazil.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Excellent service, the best I have had."
"Perkins Coie have experienced professionals with a lot of experience in this industry, helping us navigate complex contracts."
"PC have deep knowledge of the industry, contractual terms and players."
"Excellent service, the best I have had."
"Perkins Coie have experienced professionals with a lot of experience in this industry, helping us navigate complex contracts."
"PC have deep knowledge of the industry, contractual terms and players."
Notable Practitioners
Alexandra Cole is noted for her work representing clients in project financing and sales and acquisitions of developments.
"Alexandra is very knowledgeable, very diplomatic and very direct."
Michael Hanahan has previous training as an architect. He principally represents both public and private owners as well as design professionals in construction contract drafting and negotiation as well as dispute avoidance and litigation.
"Mike was an invaluable resource on a number of levels, especially his expertise and ability to work under very severe time constraints."
"For architects Michael is the rock star of lawyers."
Kevin Kolton is adept at advising real estate developers, manufacturers and energy companies on construction matters. He regularly assists with the drafting and negotiating of construction agreements.
"Based on 15 years' personal experience, I know Kevin to be an elite construction lawyer."
"Kevin has great experience and value."
Ranked Lawyers at
Perkins Coie LLP
Illinois