Construction
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Band 1
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Becker’s Construction Law Practice Group is well-known nationally for its knowledge of the construction industry and experience effectively protecting the interests of its clients. Notably, Becker has more Florida Bar Board Certified attorneys in Construction Law than any other firm in the state– a testament to our commitment of upholding the highest standards of skill, specialty knowledge, proficiency, professionalism, and ethics in law. Practice Group Chair Steven Lesser is Past Chair of the American Bar Association’s Forum on Construction Law, the largest organization of constructional lawyers with over 6,000 construction professionals around the world.
The firm has handled numerous and varied construction-related cases, many of which have involved complex delay issues with a multitude of defendants, and scores of construction defects. Our construction attorneys represent clients in both transactions and disputes ranging from single- and multi-family dwellings to large commercial buildings, planned unit developments, multi-use retail, industrial and governmental projects.
In addition to its Band 1 Chambers ranking, Becker has consistently earned national recognition in “The Top 50 Construction Law Firms” by Construction Executive Magazine.
Chambers Review
Becker & Poliakoff PA has a strong presence across the state, with a reputation for representing the owners of construction projects, including associations and developers. The firm has notable expertise in acting for condominium and community associations, including in litigation. It is also noted for its strength in the public-private partnership space. The team's sector expertise covers retail, education and healthcare.
Work Highlights
- Becker & Poliakoff PA represented developer Metropica Residential I in a construction dispute with contractor Tutor Perini Building Corp. pertaining to an eight-tower residential master-planned community in West Broward County, Florida.
Strengths
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"We are very impressed with Becker & Poliakoff's special areas of expertise."
"I appreciated Becker & Poliakoff's attention to detail, strategic thinking and effective communication throughout the process."
"We are very impressed with Becker & Poliakoff's special areas of expertise."
"I appreciated Becker & Poliakoff's attention to detail, strategic thinking and effective communication throughout the process."
Notable Practitioners
Lee Weintraub is an experienced arbitrator and lawyer. He represents owners, contractors and design professionals in a wide array of construction disputes. He is especially knowledgeable about P3 projects and construction lien law.
"Lee is an expert in Florida law and liens."
"I find that Lee is accessible, aware of the issues and flexible when necessary."
"Lee navigates all possibilities to ensure a favorable outcome."
Steven Lesser is the chair of Becker & Poliakoff's construction law and litigation group, with his own practice concentrated on hotel and condominium construction disputes. He is also a respected mediator.
"Steven has tremendous experience, I wouldn't hesitate to use him."
"I've seen no finer example of client dedication and service than Steven."
"Steven is super knowledgeable on construction issues and provides great guidance."
Sanjay Kurian is noted for his strong construction practice, which includes recent experience in defect cases. He is also adept at negotiating construction contracts on behalf of owners and developers.
"Sanjay is very skilled and knowledgeable in construction and condominium law."
"Sanjay is great to work with."
Claramargaret Groover assists clients with a variety of construction matters with notable expertise in construction-related insurance litigation.
"Claire is impressive. She is solution-oriented and creates contracts that people actually understand."
"Claire is excellent to work with and very thorough."
"She is very knowledgeable and nice to work with."
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