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  HOUSTON CONSTRUCTION ATTORNEYS
   
  LEGAL SERVICES FOR THE CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY

Our construction attorneys are experienced in all types of construction litigation. We regularly handle lawsuits and arbitrations related to disputes related to the sale or development of land, fraud or breach of fiduciary duty allegations relating to land sales or development, commercial landlord-tenant and lease litigation, land use and permit issues, as well as title and adverse possession claims.

CONSTRUCTION LAW EXPERIENCE

Our construction attorneys understand the intricacies of the construction industry. This understanding helps us solve problems in an efficient, cost-effective manner related to design defects, payment and performance bonds, performance guarantees, liquidated damages, warranties, access problems, nonconforming work, and mechanic's liens. We add value to our  construction company clients by anticipating and addressing business and legal issues before problems arise.  Through regular, open communication with our clients we are able to manage risks and avoid problems that lead to costs and delays in construction projects. In addition, we help construction company clients prepare contracts and adopt practices and policies that help them facilitate collections of receivables and preserve their creditor's rights.

CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY LEGAL ISSUES

A construction attorney from the Firm can represent you in a broad range of construction related matters, including:

Construction contract claims

Construction defect claims

Cost overruns and payment disputes

Environmental liability

Delay and disruption and acceleration claims

Claims for lost labor and equipment productivity

Architect's or engineer's liability

Extra work and extended term claims

Surveying errors

Payment and performance

Breach of contract

Bond and lien claims

Deceptive trade practices

Warranty issues.

Environmental and land use permitting and compliance

Insurance coverage actions

 

REAL ESTATE

Our construction attorneys also represent clients in real estate transactions, real estate development and construction projects. A construction attorney can help you evaluate and avoid risks and prepare for potential litigation.

CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY TRANSACTIONS

Each attorney in our construction practice works closely with our clients from the beginning of construction projects through their conclusion. We are involved from the negotiation of contracts and preparation of bids to the resolution of construction disputes. Our construction attorneys are knowledgeable about the major industry contract forms, including the forms prepared by AIA, EJCDC, EJC, CMAA and AGC. Our attorneys provide a full range of services related to government contracts, including bid protests, procurement contracts and government contract disputes.

CONTACT US

To speak to an attorney about the legal and business needs in your construction business, please contact us here, or call 713.650.9700.

 

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