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At Pitzer Snodgrass our lawyers are well versed in the complex legal and factual issues surrounding construction-related claims. This practical knowledge of the construction industry translates into an advantage for our clients. Our experienced team of lawyers understand every aspect of the construction industry from planning and design through construction to project completion.
We have successfully represented architects, engineers, land surveyors, landscape architects and other construction related design professionals. We understand the language of the construction industry and the roles and responsibilities of all the players in a construction project. We know how to review design drawings and specifications, are familiar with industry form documents, and understand how these construction documents work together. Our expertise and knowledge of the industry allows us to begin working on your case immediately, you don’t need to waste money or time educating us on your industry.
We have assisted our clients in loss prevention and risk assessments before a claim is made. This benefits all parties by allowing the project to continue moving forward while avoiding litigation. When a claim is made we can represent our clients in mediations, arbitrations or civil trials.
We handle cases dealing with design defects, defective specifications, errors and omissions claims and disputes arising during contract administration.
Pitzer Snodgrass is recognized as a leading law firm in construction law. Our lawyers are frequent lecturers at seminars and have published multiple articles on construction related topics. Our knowledge of the industry and the complex legal issues involved in construction law gives our clients an advantage over the competition that is unsurpassed.
We have prosecuted and defended cases dealing with design and construction defects, claims for extras, defective specifications, mechanics liens, delay and impact damages, differing site conditions, and related disputes arising during contract administration. Our lawyers are involved in drafting, analyzing and implementation of construction contracts for owners, developers, general contractors and sub-contractors, and have taken an active role in all stages of construction-related claims and disputes.
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