About

Provided by Woods Aitken LLP

Woods Aitken’s national construction law practice group has counseled clients in the construction industry throughout the United States since the Firm’s founding in 1921. This tradition and dedication to the construction industry provides the experience and knowledge from which creative, value-driven, and ethical solutions to the challenges facing our construction clients can be achieved. Our service-oriented philosophy fuels our commitment to long-term client relationships and enables us to provide effective solutions consistent with the goals and business propositions of our clients. 


Woods Aitken counsels companies from all facets of the construction industry. Our clients include general contractors, trade contractors, specialty subcontractors, project owners, architects, engineers, suppliers, and sureties working on a variety of types of construction projects. We have experience in all legal aspects of the construction process from bid to project closeout.


When disputes arise, Woods Aitken strives to work with our clients to identify the key issues and develop efficient and cost-effective approaches to early resolution. We have obtained favorable settlements for our clients through mediations, dispute review boards and other early resolution processes. However, if resolution cannot be achieved short of trial, our team has extensive experience in construction litigation having achieved success in arbitrations, state and federal courts, and other evidentiary proceedings.

Chambers Review

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Construction - Colorado

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Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Woods Aitken LLP has an experienced construction team advising an array of clients, including contractors and owners. The team frequently acts on subcontractor disputes, and is active in sectors such as energy, infrastructure and transportation.

Work Highlights

  • Woods Aitken represented Global Underground Corporation regarding issues arising with the installation of water supply pipelines in Oklahoma.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Alvin Cohen
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Alvin Cohen
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Band 2
Alvin Cohen has notable litigation and arbitration experience. Contractors and subcontractors number among his clients.

He is a very experienced and competent construction lawyer.

Joel Heusinger
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Joel Heusinger
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Band 2
Joel Heusinger is noted for his representation of contractors and subcontractors in litigation matters, such as delay and defect disputes.

Joel is the best attorney we have ever used in mediations, arbitrations and litigation and other settlement negotiations.

Joel is personable, clearly communicates expectations, and promptly answers questions.

Joel is an excellent attorney who represents our company with skill, attention to detail, creativity and transparency.

Kory George
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Kory George
Head of Construction
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Band 2
Kory George is cochair of the construction law practice. He is recognized for his ability to handle dispute resolutions, with notable experience of advising on breach of contract and design defect allegations.

Kory is a strong construction attorney who has broad experience in all corporate legal matters affecting construction firms.

Ranked Lawyers at
Woods Aitken LLP

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Colorado

Construction

Alvin Cohen
2
Alvin Cohen
2
Band 2
Joel Heusinger
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Joel Heusinger
2
Band 2
Kory George
2
Kory George
Head of Construction
2
Band 2

Members

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Abigail Frame

Amanda Hoberg

Audrey Svane

Christopher Doak

Colin Baumchen

Daniel Gross

James Overcash

Joel Heusinger

Joel Heusinger

Head of Department

Karen Rogers

Kerry Kester

Kory George

Kory George

Head of Department

Laura DePetro

Lena Lucas

Lexi Weisbeck

Sarah Mielke