Construction Litigation Attorneys In Boston

Fitch Law Partners LLP has guided clients through many disputes in both private and public construction projects. Our lawyers have represented project owners, homeowners, general contractors and subcontractors. Clients come to us for high-stakes, multiparty cases. They also trust us with smaller matters such as claims of poor or unfinished residential work.

Handling A Wide Range Of Construction Disputes

We handle disputes on large commercial and public projects as well as smaller residential projects. With strong knowledge of construction law, Fitch Law Partners LLP helps protect client interests when conflicts arise. Common issues include:

Contract issues: Disagreements over the scope of work, performance duties or termination. We enforce agreements and resolve disputes when expectations are not met.
Delays: Projects slowed by supply chain problems, labor shortages or weather. We seek fair remedies, including damages or extensions.
Payment claims: Disputes over unpaid invoices, retainage or change orders. We pursue proper payment for contractors, subcontractors and owners while defending against unfair claims.
Construction defects: Flaws in materials or workmanship, whether small or large. We represent clients in both minor cases and major defect litigation.
Design errors: Mistakes in architectural or engineering plans that lead to costly problems. We identify responsibility and pursue solutions.
Workmanship disputes: Conflicts over the quality of finished work in homes or commercial projects. We enforce industry standards and contractual terms.

These disputes often mix legal, technical and financial concerns. Fitch Law Partners LLP helps clients face them with strategies built for each situation.

Litigation And Arbitration Services

Fitch Law Partners LLP represents clients in court and in arbitration. We have managed many cases under the American Arbitration Association’s Construction Industry Arbitration Rules. Our lawyers also guide clients through mediation and other forms of alternative dispute resolution (ADR). We assess each case carefully and recommend the path that saves time and money while protecting client rights.

Why Choose Fitch Law Partners LLP For Construction Litigation?

Some claims call for strong advocacy in court or arbitration. Others can be resolved through negotiation. Fitch Law Partners LLP offers both. We combine proven litigation skills with construction industry knowledge to achieve results for our clients. Call us at 617-542-5542 or send us an online message to schedule a consultation.

Practice Areas

Attorneys Practicing in this Area

Heather V. Baer
Partner

Peter E. Ball
Partner

Kurt S. Kusiak
Partner

Malgorzata Mrozek
Associate

Construction Litigation Case Results

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Commercial Construction

Obtained a large mediated settlement on behalf of a church whose new building had significant defects including water leaks in the exterior insulation finish system and window and door openings. This matter included claims against the “design-build” general contractor and 12 subcontractors.

Initiated bid protest on behalf of developer and won our client the right to rebid the project.

Municipal Construction

Represented municipality on liquidated damages and delay claims against prime building contractor and its insurer.

Successfully represented builder of university gymnasium on delay claims against structural steel subcontractor.

Successfully represented a town in litigation with a contractor and insurance company that failed to complete construction of a new high school and its athletic fields.

Residential Construction

Brought suit and prosecuted claims on behalf of homeowner against general contractor who abandoned a partially completed new home project.

Represented owner of new showpiece home against architect and HVAC engineer for defects in the home’s state of the art heating and ventilation and control technology.