Construction
USA Guide 2024 : Florida
Band 3
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Provided by Hill Ward Henderson
Hill Ward Henderson’s Construction & Design attorneys have many decades of combined experience in advising and assisting clients throughout all phases of commercial and residential construction projects, from pre-construction planning, negotiating, bidding, contracting, and design, through project management, construction, and completion.
Our clients include private developers, government agencies, general contractors and design-build contractors, homebuilders, construction managers, subcontractors, and suppliers, as well as architects, engineers, and other design professionals.
We advise clients and protect their interests pursuant to all applicable Florida laws, regulations, and industry standards, including:
- Florida Building Code (Chapter 553, Florida Statutes)
- Construction Defects (Chapter 558, Florida Statutes)
- Construction/Mechanic’s Liens (Chapter 713, Florida Statutes)
- Construction Contracting and Licensing (Chapter 489, Florida Statutes)
- Construction and Design Professionals (Chapter 471 (Engineers) and Chapter 481 (Architects), Florida Statutes)
- Bidding (Chapter 255, Florida Statutes)
- Insurance (Chapters 624, 627, Florida Statutes)
- Bonds (Chapters 255, 627, Florida Statutes)
- Condominium Association Laws (Chapter 718, Florida Statutes)
- Homeowner Association Laws (Chapter 720, Florida Statutes)
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Hill Ward Henderson is heavily involved in development work, with a diverse client base including a range of industry professionals and some of the largest home builders in the state. The firm is noted for its involvement in a number of significant projects in the state, particularly in the Tampa Bay area. The team has experience dealing with surety work, construction contracts and litigation, with expertise in insurance matters.
Work Highlights
- Hill Ward Henderson represented Lemartec Corporation in connection with the construction of approximately 20 new infrastructure and educational construction projects for the government of Puerto Rico.
Notable Practitioners
Timothy Hunt is a highly sought-after construction attorney who advises clients on contract negotiation as well as dispute resolution.
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