Foster Swift construction attorneys have the skills and focus to effectively help clients accomplish their goals. Our construction attorneys provide services in the following areas:
NEGOTIATION AND DRAFTING:
- Architectural Agreements
- Construction Agreements
- Owner Development Agreements
- Subcontractor Agreements
- Supply Contracts
- Developer Agreements
- Utility Easements
- Construction Management Agreements
ADVICE CONCERNING:
- Utilization of American Institute of Architects & Associated General Contractors Documents
- Change Orders
- Different project delivery systems
- Design Build Contracts
- Dispute Review Boards and Standing Neutrals
- Alternative Dispute Resolution Methods
Litigation has been filed and defended in State and Federal Court in multiple states. Arbitration and facilitative mediation have been utilized. The type of litigation or arbitration includes:
- State and Federal Bond Claims
- Construction Liens and Foreclosures
- Builder's Trust Fund Matters
- Claims for Extras, Delay Claims, Claims for Acceleration, Claims for Loss of Efficiency, Differing Site Conditions and Bid Protests
- Breach of Contract
- Collateral Damage from Construction Projects
ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEEDINGS:
- MIOSHA matters have been investigated and defended on behalf of construction clients
- Licensing claims have been defended and licensing qualifications have been pursued with the appropriate administrative body
CONSULTING AND RELATED SERVICES:
- Foster Swift attorneys maintain strong contacts with construction industry consultants and professionals
- Foster Swift attorneys are arbitrators, mediators and case evaluators
- Foster Swift attorneys have frequently presented seminars regarding construction topics, alternative delivery methods, project finance for infrastructure, liens, claims for extras, dispute review boards, alternative dispute resolution methods, and understanding the AIA documents
MEMBERSHIP:
The firm's attorneys are members of the following:
- American Arbitration Association
- Michigan Infrastructure and Transportation Association (formerly Michigan Road Builder's Association and Associated Underground Contractors)
- Associated General Contractors
- Michigan Institute of Architects
- Circuit Court Mediation and Case Evaluation
- American Institute of Architects
- American Bar Association Forum on Construction Industry
- Greater Lansing Homebuilders Association
- Michigan Home Builders Association
- National Home Builders Association
- Defense Research Institute
- Michigan Defense Trial Counsel
REPRESENTATIVE EXPERIENCE
Represented Construction Contractor Against the State of Michigan
Negotiated Settlement Between Homeowner and Contractor's Refusal of Repair
Successfully Defended Client Against Airport Claims of Incorrect Aerial Surveys
Avoided Construction Litigation while Obtaining Settlements
Successful Defense of Project Owner in Complex Construction and Civil Rights Case
Subcontractor Defense in Construction Litigation and Liability Matter
