Ronald Francis, Esq. is a lawyer licensed to practice in the state of New York since 1989. He has litigated many construction cases gaining valuable experience in this field. After practicing in one of the largest NYC law firms, he opened his own firm in 1995, and has gained a reputation as an aggressive attorney who fights vigorously for his clients.
Mr. Francis provides the level of personal attention you expect from a small firm with the resources and experience often found only at a large law office.
Unlike big firms, where clients are shuffled back and forth among several attorneys, who all bill the clients for getting up to speed on the case, Ronald Francis, Esq. handles all of the legal aspects of your matter. You will deal directly with him at all times, not a paralegal or a junior associate.
The Law Firm prides itself in providing first-rate legal representation without sacrificing the personalized attention which every client deserves.
New York Construction Attorney
Handling Construction Related Disputes Since 1989
Located in the Empire State Building, The Law Offices of Ronald Francis has over 20 years of experience in construction law, representing parties in construction related disputes since 1989. The firm provides the level of personal attention you expect from a small firm with the resources and experience often found only at a large law office. Contact a lawyer at The Law Offices of Ronald Francis to set up a free initial consultation.
The law firm represents contractors, developers, owners, engineers and architects in a wide range of disputes arising out of construction projects, including office buildings, condominiums and cooperatives, rental apartments, and single-family homes. The firm also has experience in drafting and reviewing contracts, as well as dealing with public agencies, such as the Metropolitan Transit Authority (MTA) and the NYC Transit Authority.
Contractor Disputes
The firm handles a wide range of construction disputes on behalf of owners, developers, contractors and subcontractors, including disputes regarding payment for contracted services, disagreements over payment for extra work, contested back charges, work stoppages and delays, and the breach or termination of contracts. To learn more, please see the Contractor Disputes page.
Construction Expert
Having over 20 years of experience in the area of construction law, attorney Ronald Francis has an extensive knowledge base that allows him to be called upon as a construction law expert. As an enlisted expert, he can be a witness for a lawyer that is handling a construction law case or act as a consultant on construction law cases.
Mechanic's Liens
The Law Offices of Ronald Francis represents general contractors, subcontractors, and material suppliers in drafting, serving, filing and enforcing Mechanic's Liens. The firm also represents owners and contractors that need to vacate improper or exaggerated Mechanic's Liens. To learn more, please see the Mechanic's Liens page.
Architectural and Engineering Conflicts
If you are involved in a construction dispute regarding architectural or engineering errors or omissions, The Law Offices of Ronald Francis can help protect your interests. The firm has represented architects and engineers in disputes with contractors and has also protected the interests of contractors against owners, architects and engineers. To learn more, please see the Architects and Engineers page.
Arbitration, Mediation & Litigation
Depending on the contract, the construction dispute may be resolved through arbitration, mediation or litigation. New York Construction Attorney Ronald Francis can assess your situation and advise you on the best avenue to achieve the most successful outcome. To learn more, please see the Arbitration, Mediation & Litigation page.
Contract Drafting & Review
The Law Offices of Ronald Francis also counsels contractors, developers, owners, architects and engineers by drafting and reviewing their construction contracts so that their needs and requirements are met and that their interests are protected throughout the construction project and beyond. To learn more, please see the Contract Drafting and Review page.
Insurance Coverage
Often, insurance companies deny or disclaim coverage for various reasons, such as late notice, and refuse to defend you in a lawsuit brought against you. The Law Offices of Ronald Francis represents general contractors, sub-contractors, owners, developers, architects and engineers dealing with insurance issues and insurance coverage litigation in NYC.
For experienced representation in construction law matters, contact an attorney at The Law Offices of Ronald Francis, to schedule a free initial consultation.