Provided by Woods Rogers
Woods Rogers’ Construction & Government Contracts Practice Group provides innovative, cost-effective counsel and advice for construction industry clients, including owners, developers, contractors, subcontractors, design professionals, and sureties, on the full range of legal issues affecting complex public and private construction projects. The practice group is known for its practical, business‑focused approach, and for working closely with clients to manage risk, resolve disputes, and keep projects on track.
Drawing on attorneys with engineering, architectural, and field experience, the practice group provides counsel informed by their practical experiences. Clients rely on the attorneys for clear guidance on technically complex matters and for coordinated support across related practice areas.
They advise on contract drafting and negotiation, project delivery structures, public procurement, and regulatory compliance, as well as claims involving bonds, payment disputes, mechanics’ liens, professional liability, OSHA matters, and False Claims Act investigations. They represent clients in mediation, arbitration, and litigation before a multitude of agencies, courts, and tribunals.
Woods Rogers has experience across a wide range of public and private projects, including commercial developments, educational and healthcare facilities, infrastructure and transportation projects, marine facilities, power and industrial plants, multi‑family housing, and municipal projects.
Provided by Chambers
Wood Rogers is highly sought after by private and public owners seeking representation in a variety of construction projects. The group advises on disputes arising out of projects, including, airports, universities, school boards and hospitals.
The Woods Rogers team represented Branscome Operating in two damages claims worth USD19 million, against Chesterfield County in relation to road widening and improvements projects which faced contractual issues.
Provided by Chambers
The team at Wood Rogers are industry veterans and know not only our business but the region very well.
The team at Wood Rogers are industry veterans and know not only our business but the region very well.
Provided by Chambers
William Franczek has extensive experience in construction law and ADR, and remains a go-to practitioner in the state for construction mediations and arbitrations.
William is top tier in the construction law industry.
James Harvey is managing partner of Woods Rogers' Norfolk office. He operates a broad construction practice in which he advises on contracting, procurement and litigation. He is often seen advising on mechanic's liens issues and design error disputes.
James can boil it down to brass tax. We have a great level of trust in him and he is a straight shooter.