Construction
Mateer Harbert's construction
law department, which is comprised of several attorneys (one
of whom is a registered architect), practices in all areas
and phases of construction law. We routinely represent owners,
developers, construction managers, sureties, architects, engineers,
general contractors, subcontractors, and material suppliers.
The firm's construction law practice encompasses individual
claims to complex comprehensive matters requiring representation
throughout the entire construction process, from conception
through substantial completion, including warranty periods
and resolution of claims. We structure and prepare front-end
contract documents, incorporating terms which minimize risk
and maximize benefit for our clients. Depending on client
needs, we have the ability to initially draft contracts or
utilize industry documents, where appropriate.
Mateer Harbert's construction law
practice involves a significant amount of litigation, arbitration
and mediation in federal and state courts and before various
administrative agencies. Litigation matters we have handled
include bid protests, minority/women business enterprise certification
issues, lien and bond claims and breach of contract claims
ranging from simple to complex, multi-party construction litigation.
Issues we have litigated include interpretation, differing
site conditions, constructive changes, delays, acceleration
and improper termination.
Our firm's philosophy in the construction
law area is the same as in other practice areas. We maintain
very close communication with our clients and endeavor to
provide legal solutions that are cost-effective and responsive
to each client's specific needs. In the litigation practice,
while we frequently litigate a matter through trial, we are
cognizant of the benefits in many cases of early resolution
in the litigation process and we advise our clients on alternative
strategies for early resolution, including arbitration, mediation
and early negotiation.
Chad K. Alvaro
Karl V. Hart
Jon E. Kane
Lawrence J. Phalin
J. T Schatt
Kurt E. Thalwitzer
John D. Hanebrink
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