Nossaman represents owners, developers, and general contractors on the full range of issues likely to arise with regard to the planning and implementation of construction projects.
Our expertise includes the proven ability to guide clients through the maze of regulatory approvals often necessary before a project can become a reality. Once approved, we have a group of highly skilled professionals who are well-versed in the drafting and negotiation of construction contracts for both public and private clients, and across a diverse array of industries.
Once a project is underway, our team of construction litigators stands ready to apply its extensive experience in the resolution of all manner of construction disputes, including payment and performance disputes, surety and insurance disputes, and disputes involving defective design and construction work. We have an enviable record for resolving disputes early in the dispute resolution process as well as the experience and proven ability to successfully litigate complex construction disputes through trial and appeal.
Construction Transactions As leaders in the representation of public owners in connection with their capital programs, we have a deep understanding of the issues that affect the success of a construction project. Our construction-related work on a project often includes assisting the client in developing procurement and negotiation strategies and making decisions regarding allocation of risks and responsibilities among the parties involved in the project.
We have assisted our clients in implementing contracts and procurements using nearly every type of project delivery method employed on major construction projects, including design-bid-build, design-build, engineer-procure-construct, construction manager as agent, construction manager at-risk, design-assist/fast track, and innovative public works delivery methods employing public-private partnerships and best value selection methodologies.
For private owners, developers, contractors and design professionals, we similarly have a depth of experience in all aspects of construction transactions.
Construction Litigation Nossaman's construction litigation attorneys represent nearly all segments of the construction industry. We represent public agencies, private owners, contractors, developers, lenders, lessees making improvements, civil, structural and mechanical engineers, architects, surveyors and material and equipment suppliers in a wide variety of construction and related litigation.
These cases have included construction payment and performance disputes, delay and disruption claims, extra work and change order claims, mechanics' liens and stop notices, claims for differing site conditions, disputes involving environmental and toxic waste problems, and construction-related insurance disputes.
We advise both private and public sector clients with respect to bid protests and avoidance of bid protests, including cases involving statutory exceptions to competitive bidding requirements, competitively bid procurements with elements of negotiations, and cases involving allegations of favoritism.
Nossaman also has an extensive history of construction defect litigation, including representing project owners and developers in matters alleging failure to meet performance specifications or other failure to comply with contract requirements, as well as matters such as soil movement, water intrusion, environmental and toxic waste problems, and other incidental effects of construction.
We have handled cases in both state and federal court, as well as before arbitration panels, dispute resolution boards, mediators and referees.