Watt Tieder was founded in 1978 and focuses primarily on the litigation of complex construction disputes and the representation of owners, contractors, engineers and sureties. Over the years, the firm has added practice groups specializing in government contracts, bankruptcy and commercial litigation. With offices in five cities in the United States, the firm is a thriving, mid-size boutique that provides knowledgeable and practical legal representation to the construction, surety and government contracts industries world-wide.
Watt Tieder attorneys have diverse backgrounds, including experience in both government and the private sector. Several attorneys have degrees in engineering or construction management. To further enhance the breadth and depth of its legal service offerings, the firm is vertically integrated with an in-house staff that offers estimating, engineering and scheduling expertise, a sophisticated graphics and electronic presentations group, and a wide array of document management and litigation support services.