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Ken Lazaruk

Ken Lazaruk

USA 2026

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About

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Practice Areas

Kenneth H. Lazaruk practices in the area of construction law. Mr. Lazaruk has more than 40 years' experience in the construction industry, 30 of which has been as an attorney exclusively practicing in the field of construction law. Mr. Lazaruk's experience as an attorney includes all aspects of construction law with an emphasis on representing owners and developers in the drafting and negotiation of design and construction agreements. Mr. Lazaruk also represents owners and developers in construction disputes resolved through either mediation, arbitration and/or litigation. He also has experience representing other parties involved in construction projects including design professionals, architects, engineers, contractors, construction managers, suppliers and vendors.

Career

Duane Morris LLP: Partner, 2008-present; Thelen LLP: Partner, 2006-2008; Ross & Cohen: Partner, 1998-2006; Edwards and Zuck, P.C.: Consulting Engineers, General Counsel, 1997-1998; Zetlin & DeChiara: Partner, 1996-1997; Baer, Marx & Upham: Partner, 1994-1996; Shea & Gould: Partner, 1983-1994

Professional Memberships

American Arbitration Association; International Mediation Institute; American Society of Civil Engineers; National Society of Professional Engineers; Mediator, US District Court for the Eastern District of NY and Supreme Court of NY; Founding Member, firm’s NY Diversity and Inclusion Committee.

Personal

New York Law School, J.D.; New York University Graduate School of Business Administration, M.B.A.; City College of New York, BCE

Chambers Review

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Chambers Guide to the USA

Construction: Mediators - New York

Band 1
Band 1

Individual Editorial
Ken Lazaruk is highlighted for his representation of owners and developers in transactional construction matters, particularly contract design and negotiation. He is also experienced in providing contract and disputes advice to nonprofit organizations, including those involved in health and social care.

Construction - New York

Band 2
Band 2

Individual Editorial
Ken Lazaruk is highlighted for his representation of owners and developers in transactional construction matters, particularly contract design and negotiation. He is also experienced in providing contract and disputes advice to nonprofit organizations, including those involved in health and social care.

Strengths

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  • Ken Lazaruk is a standout lawyer.

    Construction: MediatorsChambers Guide to the USA

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