Construction & Construction Litigation

Construction, a major component of the real estate industry, is a leading industry in its own right and an important economic driver in Florida.

Black Law P.A. provides comprehensive legal services throughout all phases of construction projects, including pre-construction contract negotiations bonding, contract performance, and dispute resolution. Our attorneys have extensive experience representing the various parties involved in the design and construction process: owners, developers, general contractors, subcontractors, construction managers, suppliers, consultants, sureties, lenders, investors, and design professionals, including architects, engineers, land planners, landscape and interior designers, and surveyors.

We focus on enabling our clients to commence and complete construction projects in a timely and cost-effective manner and to successfully resolve any claims. Our attorneys are involved with solicitations, bidding, negotiating and drafting AIA, FIDIC and other contract documents with an emphasis on proper contract administration, timely completion of projects within the contract budget, claims procedure compliance, effective risk management and efficient resolution of business disputes.

When construction-related disputes cannot be resolved, our firm has the experience and resources to litigate disputes in both state and federal courts, to mediate and arbitrate, and in to engage in administrative hearings, if appropriate. We have successfully represented clients in the following types of construction-related disputes

• Construction lien claims and foreclosures
• Payment and performance bond claims
• Contract disputes
• Negligence claims
• Scheduling and delay claims
• Construction defect claims
• Design defect or warranty claims
• Change order disputes
• Extra work disputes
• Scope of work disputes
• Professional malpractice claims
• Water intrusion, indoor air quality and mold claims

Our professional relationships with leading industry consultants, investment bankers, lenders and other attorneys specializing in serving the construction sector is another resource available to our clients.

“The process is always dynamic and requires 360-degree awareness of all aspects of an engagement – that’s part of why we enjoy it so much. We are flexible, and sensitive to the need to regularly calibrate strategies, action plans, and case budgets to maintain the clarity of your goals and objectives (which sometimes themselves change as a matter progresses). Light footprint, sustained onslaught, or anything in between… we are adaptable to the needs of your situation because while size and scope may vary, the core principles and our passion for solving your problems are enduring.”

Kelsey Black, Managing Partner