Construction Contracts and Litigation Law
The
attorneys within the Construction Contracts and Litigation Department of the
Davis Brown Law Firm represent a wide variety of clients in the construction
industry, including commercial and residential general contractors, developers,
architectural and design firms, engineers, subcontractors and material
suppliers, as well as commercial and residential property owners.
In
regards to transaction matters, Davis
Brown attorneys assist their clients with pre-contract negotiations; construction
contract preparation and review; providing advice throughout construction
projects as questions arise; working with municipalities and investors on the
development of construction projects; providing counsel on tax credit projects;
handling environmental law issues; acting as bond counsel in the issuance of
revenue bonds; and otherwise assisting in the financing of private and public
construction projects.
In
regards to litigation and dispute-related matters, Davis Brown attorneys
prosecute for, and defend, clients in construction lawsuits in state and
federal courts, as well as in arbitration proceedings. They assist their
clients with the following types of matters:
- Defense of professional
liability claims in defective design and construction cases
- AIA contract,
residential contract, and other contract
disputes
- Bid protests
- Declaratory
judgment actions on insurance coverage
- Warranty claims
- Mechanic's liens
- Chapter 573
(public project) claims
- Personal injury
suits involving construction sites
- Investigations
concerning misapplication of government funds
- Realtor questions
- Seller disclosure
questions
- Land ownership
and land right disputes
- Mold and water intrusion
claims
- Nuisance actions
and other disputes involving municipalities
- Disputes with
bonding companies over completion of projects in default
Davis Brown attorneys take pride in keeping
their construction clients educated on pertinent laws. Throughout 2012 and
beyond, Davis Brown attorneys will speak on Iowa's new Mechanic's Lien Law and otherwise educate their clients on compliance
with this new law, which will take effect on January 1, 2013. These educational
opportunities will include complimentary webinars.
The firm's construction law attorneys are active
members and leaders in the Home Builders' Association of Greater Des Moines,
National Association of Women in Construction, Iowa State Bar Association
Construction Law Section and other construction-related organizations.
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