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The construction industry is more than bricks and mortar: it is a highly innovative, fiercely competitive business--both heavily regulated and prone to disputes. Success in this challenging environment requires an experienced and creative legal partner. RJO is that partner.
RJO has over 35 years’ experience representing contractors, A&E firms, owners and major suppliers in disputes involving construction projects of every variety. RJO provides the responsiveness and dedication of an elite boutique litigation firm to complex, high-value disputes involving the largest U.S. and international companies.
We take pride in handling complex controversies in a skillful and effective manner. Some clients retain our firm at the litigation stage. Others retain us at the commencement of large construction projects to address legal problems more proactively. Our goal is to avoid formulaic responses, and to dedicate the right resources to each matter. RJO attorneys seek to build long-term client relationships based on honesty, loyalty and competency.
From bidding disputes to major performance claims, we have been there before, and will guide you to success.
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Rogers Joseph O'Donnell is a boutique construction firm with notable expertise in advising on public sector projects such as transport and energy infrastructure developments. Acts in a variety of construction disputes, including contract award controversies, design contract claims and bid protests. Clients include major national and international contractors and designers, as well as subcontractors and suppliers.
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Rogers Joseph O’Donnell represented DRS in a series of appeals to the ASBCA involving claims under Navy contracts to manufacture and test ship systems and related equipment.
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RJO manages complex work for us and helps us win.
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Aaron Silberman is co-chair of the firm’s construction law practice group. He has substantial experience in construction law and routinely handles delay claims, change order litigation and arbitrations. He is particularly noted for his expertise in contract and public procurement matters. He represents general and specialty contractors, subcontractors, design professionals and suppliers.
Aaron Silberman is extremely knowledgeable in construction law and well connected within the industry.
Joseph McGowan is co-chair of the firm's construction law practice group. He is a specialist construction law practitioner highly capable of advising major contractor clients in public works, government contracts and construction-related disputes.
Joseph McGowan is pragmatic and reasonable in his approach to litigation.
Neil O'Donnell maintains an active construction practice and routinely handles mediations, delay claims and contract matters. He is particularly noted for his expertise in government contracts work.
Neil O'Donnell is integral to our business and corporate success.
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Stephen Bacon
Dennis Callahan
Lucas Hanback
Lisa Himes
Gayle Athanacio
Richard Harris
Henry Stegner
Ruby Zapien
Timothy Wieroniey
Patricia Meagher
Josh Maltzer
Mark Linderman
Head of Department
Lauren Kramer Sujeeth
Neil O'Donnell
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