Construction | USA

Peckar & Abramson, P.C. is a large construction firm that primarily focuses on the representation of contractors and project managers. Stands out for its litigation and dispute resolution experience in high-stakes domestic and international construction matters. Capacity to advise on the full breadth of construction issues, including contract reviews, compliance programs and labor law concerns. Also noted for its expertise in construction matters related to public-private partnership projects. A 'three coast' practice, it has strong regional offices in Texas, Florida, California, New York and Washington DC.

Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP is recognized for representing EPC firms, contractors, owners and developers among other clients, on construction matters relating to national and international infrastructure and renewable energy projects. Regularly handles construction defect, delay and impact litigation as well as managing arbitration and mediation.

Holland & Knight LLP stands out for its counsel across a wide variety of construction projects, including in urban redevelopment, infrastructure and power generation, and enjoys a fine track record in public-private partnership work. Able to assist on all phases of a project, from compliance and financing through dispute resolution. Clients include national and international contractors, developers, and public and private owners drawn from the energy, education and healthcare sectors, among others.

Jones Day is a large full-service firm with an impressive construction practice handling a wide variety of substantial projects. Attracts praise for its dominance in both national and international construction projects and disputes. Recommended for advising and litigating in a range of complex matters, including delays, equipment failures, damages and terminations. Also stands out for its experience in public-private partnerships. Maintains a roster of clients from sectors such as energy, education, real estate, healthcare, industrial engineering and transportation.

Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP has a quality group handling complex transactions and disputes across the country and abroad. Areas of strength include insurance coverage claims and public-private partnerships work. Frequently collaborates with complementary practices, such as energy and real estate, to deliver counsel on diverse projects from start to finish. Includes a disasters group able to respond to critical matters such as crane collapse, explosions, full building collapse and force majeure incidents.

Smith Currie is a long-established construction boutique staffed by experienced ex-industry attorneys. It represents a broad client base on complex construction matters, particularly in infrastructure and energy projects, as well as public-private partnerships. The firm is also respected for its work on a variety of cases for private corporations and government contractors.

Troutman Pepper has an experienced group with a strong presence across the country. Often handles high-profile projects for major construction groups and owners, and possesses a high-caliber litigation and trial team that regularly appears in high-value disputes arising from projects. Also noted for its representation of leading contractors and design professionals. Further recognized for representation of international clients drawn from the Americas, the Middle East and the UK.

Alston & Bird LLP has a reputable construction practice capable of advising on public and private projects nationwide. Offers notable dispute expertise and experience in delays, disruptions, defect, default and bid protests. Equally capable of handling the negotiation and preparation of the full range of contract documents. Acts for public and private owners as well as engineering, design and contractor clients in a diverse range of industries.

Greenberg Traurig has a broad practice with experience in high-end residential and substantial commercial projects. The firm primarily represents owners and developers. The team demonstrates notable skill in the drafting of construction contracts and in dispute resolution. Its litigation expertise encompasses procurement disputes, lien claims, design defects and a host of other matters.

Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton excels in advising on infrastructure megaprojects, including airports, tunnels, wastewater treatment plants, prisons and more. Fields significant contracts experience, encompassing negotiations, reviews and government contracts. Also recognized for handling major disputes and litigation, as well as litigation and meditation at both national and international levels. Clients include large public owners, private contractors and engineers.

King & Spalding LLP is a reputable construction practice regularly handling large transactional and disputes work both domestically and internationally. Especially strong sector expertise in energy, including renewable energy projects.

Seyfarth Shaw LLP is experienced in large project development for sectors including public infrastructure, transportation and energy. Has significant experience in handling domestic and international construction disputes, and provides expert guidance on a variety of matters, including EPC agreements, government contracting and bid protests. Regularly advises clients from sectors including real estate, retail, energy, healthcare and utilities.

Varela, Lee, Metz & Guarino is a well-respected boutique comprised of construction law specialists on both coasts. Handles sensitive and substantial cases for many of the country's top industry players. Specializes in industrial and power sector projects with engineering, procurement and construction contractors and developers. Increasingly active in international construction projects and arbitrations, and has significant experience in government contract disputes. Particularly skilled in cross-border and multijurisdictional matters.

Watt, Tieder, Hoffar & Fitzgerald, LLP is a distinguished boutique highly regarded for its broad expertise on all sides of the construction industry. Available to assist on all phases of a build, from transactions and project financing, through contracts and dispute resolution. Key areas of focus include surety representation, and major public and private infrastructure and energy projects. Acts for a diverse set of clients, including international contractors, joint ventures, designers, and public and private owners drawn from a range of industries, including energy, insurance, transportation and utilities.

Cozen O'Connor represented Suffolk Construction Company, regarding breach of contract and payment bond claims against a dry wall and framing subcontractor and its bond surety in connection with a 43-story residential tower construction project known as the MET Square Project located in Miami, Florida.

Duane Morris LLP has a prominent group working nationally and internationally on all aspects of construction law. Noted for its excellent record handling contentious claims in large-scale litigation, and for achieving settlements through alternative dispute resolution. Possesses substantial experience in a wide range of areas, including high-value project development, government contracts and public-private partnerships. Also highly regarded for its capabilities in sustainable design and engineering matters, mechanics' liens and property damage claims.

Eversheds Sutherland (US) LLP has a seasoned team representing clients from all sides of the construction industry, including municipalities, private owners and contractors. Well regarded for its expertise in contract negotiations and project financing. Also boasts an impressive litigation team frequently seen in high-stakes disputes. Highly recommended for handling projects in the energy and renewable energy sectors with a growing presence in cross-border construction projects.

Fox Rothschild LLP has construction practitioners based in Washington DC, Colorado, North Carolina, Pennsylvania and New York, Fox Rothschild works across the United States in contract formation and construction dispute resolution matters. Eminently capable of advising on construction projects in a range of industry sectors, the firm is especially prominent in commercial, industrial and residential projects as well as public infrastructure projects.

Jones Walker LLP has a strong construction group commended for its representation of contractors and engineering companies across a range of construction work. The team handles both noncontentious and contentious matters with capabilities across litigation, arbitration and mediation.

Moye, O'Brien, Pickert, Dillon & Masterson, LLP is a compact Florida-based boutique known for its strong leadership and ability to serve clients in sizable projects nationwide. Fields an experienced bench with substantial architectural, engineering and construction experience, and is highly recommended for handling major litigation and overseeing prominent public sector and design-build projects. Also handles international construction issues.

Venable LLP represented Metropolitan Council, as primary construction counsel for the 14.5-mile extension of Minneapolis-St. Paul's Green Line light rail line, involving complex infrastructure projects. Providing contract negotiation support and minimizing claims to mitigate cost impacts and delays.

Akerman LLP represents general contractors and other construction professionals as well as owners and developers. The team is knowledgable across the full range of construction matters, with particular experience in acting on disputes, including alternative dispute resolution. It offers broad sector expertise, including in public infrastructure, transportation and healthcare. The group is able to draw on impressive firm resources across the country.

DLA Piper LLP (US) works on a diverse range of regional, national and international construction projects and disputes. It also offers expertise in transactional issues across the country. The team has impressive experience in a number of industries, with recent success in sports, homebuilding, energy and healthcare.

Phelps Dunbar LLP handles a range of construction matters ranging from construction agreements negotiation to dispute resolution, including defect and delay cases. They demonstrate significant expertise in alternative dispute resolution. The firm acts for owners, contractors and developers. It is involved in a range of projects, including infrastructure, commercial and residential developments. The team has notable experience in evaluating insurance agreements.

Smith, Gambrell & Russell, LLP is respected for its skill in drafting and negotiating a wide range of construction contracts. The team also lends its capabilities to contentious construction mandates, including alternative dispute resolution. A number of Smith Gambrell attorneys hold engineering and construction backgrounds, making the team a strong choice to handle highly technical matters.

Thompson Hine LLP is acclaimed for its broad practice and ability to manage sophisticated and high-value projects across Ohio and nationwide. The team is routinely involved in the development of major sports venues and community impact projects. It brings additional benefit to clients with its subsidiary, Project Management Consultants. It is also renowned for its capabilities in construction-related disputes, acting for a range of contractors, design professionals and owners in jury trials, as well as mediations and arbitrations.