Brian W. Bennett

Brian W. Bennett: Attorney with Bennett Legal Group, P.A.
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Biography

Brian W. Bennett is Florida Bar Board Certified in Construction Law and concentrates his practice in civil litigation with a special emphasis on commercial and construction disputes as well as complex torts. He has represented various participants in the construction process, including owners, general contractors, design professionals and major subcontractors. His work with the American Bar Association’s Construction Litigation Committee includes serving as past chair of the expert subcommittee and speaking at ABA meetings on construction law topics. In addition to representing clients in the general construction, theme park and manufacturing industries, Mr. Bennett serves as construction counsel to the largest casual dining chain in the United States.

Prior to earning his law degree, Mr. Bennett worked in the fields of civil engineering and general construction for over 6 years. His civil engineering experience includes the design of sanitary sewer, water distribution, and storm drainage systems for various residential and commercial developments. His general construction experience includes project management of commercial projects including a $10 million dormitory for the College of Charleston and a $7 million alumni center for the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.

(Board Certified Construction Law Lawyer, Florida Bar Board of Legal Specialization and Education)
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Areas of Practice (9)

  • Construction Litigation
  • Architects and Engineers Malpractice
  • Construction Law
  • Construction Defects
  • Arbitration
  • General and Commercial Litigation
  • Complex Commercial Litigation
  • International Arbitration
  • Construction Insurance Defense

Education & Credentials

University Attended:
Presbyterian College, B.S., Physics, 1984
Law School Attended:
University of South Carolina, J.D., Law Review, 1993; University of South Carolina, J.D., Order of Wig & Robe, 1993
Year of First Admission:
1993
Admission:
1993, South Carolina; 1997, Florida; U.S. District Court, Northern, Middle and Southern Districts of Florida and U.S. Court of Appeals, 11th Circuit
Memberships:
Orange County Bar Association; American Bar Association (Member: Forum on the Construction Industry; Construction Litigation Committee; Former Chair, Experts Sub-committee); The Florida Bar; South Carolina Bar.
Birth Information:
Muskegon, Michigan, January 1, 1962
Reported Cases:
Pezold Air Charters v. Phoenix Corporation, 192 F.R.D. 721 (Fla. 2000).
Certifications:
Board Certified Construction Law Lawyer, Florida Bar Board of Legal Specialization and Education
ISLN:
900671485

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Peer Reviews

4.9/5.0 (16 reviews)
Martindale-Hubbell® AV Preeminent Rating Badge

  • Legal Knowledge

    4.9/5.0

  • Analytical Capability

    4.9/5.0

  • Judgment

    4.9/5.0

  • Communication

    4.7/5.0

  • Legal Experience

    4.9/5.0

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 09/10/13 in Construction Claims

    I've worked as co-counsel with him. Highest ethical standards. Brings his engineering background to law. Superb advocate on his feet.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 09/10/13 in Construction Litigation

    Brian Bennett possesses and demonstrates the highest ethical conduct and competence in construction litigation and negotiation of construction contracts. He exercises common sense and has been courteous and professional in all of our dealings.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 09/10/13 in Civil Litigation

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Principal on 09/10/13 in Construction Litigation

    Brian is a top-notch attorney.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Principal on 09/10/13 in Construction Law

    Brian is a top-notch attorney.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Managing Partner on 09/10/13 in Construction Defects

    Mr. Bennett is a credit to the legal profession.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Sole Practitioner on 09/10/13 in Construction Law

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Managing Partner on 03/13/12 in Construction Law

    He is cream of the crop of construction lawyers in Orlando. I have had the pleasure of working with him at the same firm years ago, and have seen him developed as a seasoned litigator.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 03/13/12 in Construction Litigation

    Superior working knowledge in construction prior to attending law school.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 02/27/12 in Workers Compensation

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Contact Information:
407-974-7154  Phone
407-209-1006  Fax
bennettlegalgroup.com
www.bennettlegalgroup.com

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