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Ward and Smith, P.A.


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Our Construction Practice Group represents clients involved in all aspects of construction, including general contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, developers, owners, architects, and engineers. We assist clients in reviewing and drafting contracts and resolving all types of disputes. We advise our clients on the drafting and wording of contracts and, where necessary, assist with negotiating fair and appropriately worded agreements.

Attorneys in the Construction Practice Group routinely handle the following matters: Negotiating construction contracts (including AIA contracts, EJCDC documents, and other standard documents); Bond and lien claims; Contractor licensing issues; OSHA matters; Scheduling, delay, payment, and project administration claims; Public bidding and construction laws; Prompt Pay Act claims; Miller and Little Miller Act claims; Mediation and arbitration; Employee discrimination, harassment, wage and hour, and other claims; Insurance coverage disputes; Corporate structure, governance, and taxation issues;  Copyright, trademark, and patent matters and; Governmental takings/condemnations
 
Construction Practice Group attorneys, one who was selected as "Legal Elite" by Business North Carolina in 2002, work with attorneys in the other practice groups to ensure that clients avail themselves of the range of experience throughout our firm, including assistance with business, tax, employment, immigration, and environmental issues.