The attorneys in the Construction Group at Ice Miller guide public and private owners, developers, design professionals, construction managers, contractors, subcontractors, professional liability insurers, title insurers and lenders through the complexities of the construction process.
On the front end, our attorneys assist with the negotiation and preparation of contracts and consult regarding risk allocation, compliance and insurance issues in order to minimize our client’s risk. When problems arise, we work collaboratively with our clients to create resolution strategies which may include litigation in state or federal courts or alternative dispute resolution forums. Ice Miller's construction practice is ranked as a National Tier 1 Practice in U.S. News & World Reports' Best Law Firms and is Regionally recognized in Ohio and Illinois by Chambers USA. With years of experience handling virtually every type of construction project including commercial developments, hospitals, colleges and universities, K-12 schools, highways and bridges, underground mines, utilities, high rise structures and sports stadiums and arenas, Ice Miller’s attorneys are uniquely qualified to advise you regarding your next construction project.
Transactions and General Counseling
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Site acquisition
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Financing
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Construction and design Agreements
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Project delivery system selection
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Bidding public and private construction
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Construction insurance and bonds
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Green design and LEED
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Union labor, collective bargaining and project labor agreements
Claims Resolution in State and Federal Courts or Through Alternative Dispute Resolution
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Construction and design defects
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Insurance claims and recovery
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Mechanics liens, bonds, title insurance
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Schedule delay, acceleration and impacts
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Concealed/differing site conditions
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Water infiltration, building envelope and mold
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Professional liability claims and defense
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Union labor grievances, strikes, unfair labor practices
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Bidding mistakes and protests
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Payment claims
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Termination claims
Our construction projects include:
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Commercial: Office, Warehouse, Industrial, Manufacturing, Retail and Mixed Use
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Commercial: Office, Warehouse, Industrial, Manufacturing, Retail and Mixed Use
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Public Private Partnerships
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Healthcare: Hospitals, Medical Office Buildings, Specialty Medical/Dental Facilities
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Housing and Residential Development: Multifamily, Subdivision
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Hospitality: Hotels, Convention Centers, Casinos, Riverboats, Restaurants
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Stadiums and Arenas: Sports Facilities, Automobile Racing
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Public Construction: Government buildings, Libraries,Parking Structures, Transportation, Infrastructure, Utilities, Highways and Bridges