Construction
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Provided by Smith Currie Oles LLP
With presence in Fort Lauderdale and in Miami (by appointment), Smith Currie is located in vibrant and active South Florida, but practices construction law throughout the State of Florida and the Caribbean. Five of the Florida partners are Board Certified in Construction Law by the Florida Bar. Drawing on the attorneys’ extensive experience, the Fort Lauderdale office’s services span the life of a Florida construction project, from assisting in project development and contract formation to acting as project counsel, resolving claims, and, if necessary, engaging in dispute resolution proceedings (including litigation, arbitration, administrative proceedings, and alternative dispute resolution).
The Fort Lauderdale office of Smith Currie represents ENR “Top 400” contractors, developers, large specialty subcontractors, construction management firms, sureties and insurance companies, public and private owners, architectural and engineering firms, manufacturers, and suppliers. The projects on which the office has been involved include highway and infrastructure, high-rise developments, airport expansion, public buildings, schools, museums, and industrial buildings, to name a few. The Fort Lauderdale office handles some of the largest and most high-profile projects in Florida.
Chambers Review
Smith Currie is a noted construction boutique with particular strength in construction litigation, suretyship and public contracts. The team works for a broad range of clients, including insurance companies, developers and contractors. It is experienced in issues concerning highway and infrastructure projects.
Strengths
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"Smith, Currie is excellent."
"The firm has a great team."
"Smith Currie is very responsive and thorough."
"Smith, Currie is excellent."
"The firm has a great team."
"Smith Currie is very responsive and thorough."
Notable Practitioners
Adam Haimo has a highly reputable practice acting for clients involved in major construction projects in Florida, including the drafting and negotiation of contracts as well as any resulting litigation.
"Adam Haimo is a very sharp lawyer."
"Adam is very knowledgeable and will always respond on time."
"Adam is a very down-to-earth attorney with vast knowledge in construction law."
Brian Wolf is a well-regarded attorney who acts for design, engineering and construction clients in a wide array of litigation arising in both state and federal court as well as ADR forums.
"Brian is an exceptional construction attorney, a seasoned professional and a construction law expert."
"Brian is a quality attorney, well versed in construction litigation."
Christopher Horton is a partner based in Fort Lauderdale. He advises clients on the preparation of construction and design contracts as well as in construction-related litigation and arbitration. His broad construction expertise extends into public and private procurement matters as well as construction licensing.
"Chris is a tremendous attorney."
Fort Lauderdale-based partner Eugene Polyak represents clients throughout the life cycle of a construction project, advising on contract formation, giving ongoing project advice and acting as counsel in construction-related litigation.
"Eugene has good customer service, and is good in negotiations and good at explaining matters to clients."
Joseph Young is an up-and-coming construction attorney commended for his broad expertise in the space. He handles contracting work and regularly represents clients in construction disputes.
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