Construction

From preparing and negotiating contracts to arbitrating, mediating and litigating construction disputes, our clients come to us for creative solutions to complex problems. We represent general contractors, subcontractors, design professionals, material suppliers, sureties companies and other entities involved in the construction of industrial, commercial, residential, infrastructure and other building projects in the public and private sectors.

Our team of construction attorneys advises clients throughout all stages of construction projects—from bid placement to project execution and completion. We have handled some of the largest construction projects in the Gulf South, including the largest public construction project in Louisiana history. Publications such as Chambers USA, Construction Lawyers Society of America (by invitation), The Best Lawyers in America and Louisiana Super Lawyers recognize our attorneys for their work in construction law and construction litigation.

We stay abreast of the latest industry trends, including technological advancements, material improvements, labor and employment issues and safety regulations. Our attorneys also monitor changes to federal, state and local legislation that affect the industry and our clients’ businesses. One of our attorneys—Michael Botnick—served for many years as New Orleans’ Deputy City Attorney and as the city’s Director of Economic Development.

We have decades of experience in handling both routine and complex construction litigation and transactions. We advise clients on matters such as:

• Contractual and bid disputes
• Construction financing
• Construction agreements
• Performance and payment bond claims
• Scheduling issues
• Performance and breach of contract claims
• Contract interpretation
• Delay claims
• Design and construction defects
• Private Works Act
• Public Works Act
• Insurance claims

Our attorneys routinely represent clients involved in the construction of:

• Commercial developments
• Energy developments, including solar facilities, pipelines, metering stations and terminals
• Industrial plants
• Transportation facilities
• Condominiums and residential developments
• Schools
• Hospitals
• Historical properties
• Convention and events centers