Construction

The attorneys in the Construction Group at Ice Miller guide public owners, private owners, developers, designers, construction managers, contractors, professional liability insurers, title insurers and lenders through the legalities of the construction process. On the front end, our attorneys draft contracts and assist our clients with their insurance programs in order to minimize our client’s exposure. When problems arise, our attorneys have the experience necessary to craft thoughtful legal solutions and effectively represent our clients’ best interests in mediation, arbitration and litigation. With years of experience in virtually every type of construction project, including commercial construction, hospitals, universities, K-12 schools, underground mines, utilities, high rise structures and sports stadiums and arenas, Ice Miller attorneys are prepared to advise you regarding your construction project from concept development, to first shovel in the ground, grand opening and beyond.

Ice Miller offers a broad array of capabilities in the construction area including:

• drafting and negotiation of project agreements, including general contractor, construction manager, architect, engineer, subcontractor and design-build contracts;
• project delivery system selection;
• public bidding and construction;
• early dispute resolution, alternative dispute resolution, mediation, arbitration, litigation and appeals;
• design and construction defect claims;
• construction insurance and surety bond disputes;
• mechanic’s liens, bond and payment claims;
• delay, acceleration, interference and liquidated damages claims;
• injuries during construction;
• professional liability;
• concealed, differing site condition and extra work claims;
• water infiltration, building envelope issues and mold litigation;
• copyright infringement related to architectural works;
• green construction and LEED certification;
• site acquisition services;
• drafting and negotiating project labor agreements; and
• collective bargaining grievances and unfair labor practices claims.