About

Provided by Rogers Joseph O'Donnell

The construction industry is more than bricks and mortar: it is a highly innovative, fiercely competitive business--both heavily regulated and prone to disputes.  Success in this challenging environment requires an experienced and creative legal partner.  RJO is that partner.

RJO has over 35 years’ experience representing contractors, A&E firms, owners and major suppliers in disputes involving construction projects of every variety.  RJO provides the responsiveness and dedication of an elite boutique litigation firm to complex, high-value disputes involving the largest U.S. and international companies. 

We take pride in handling complex controversies in a skillful and effective manner.  Some clients retain our firm at the litigation stage.  Others retain us at the commencement of large construction projects to address legal problems more proactively.  Our goal is to avoid formulaic responses, and to dedicate the right resources to each matter.  RJO attorneys seek to build long-term client relationships based on honesty, loyalty and competency. 

From bidding disputes to major performance claims, we have been there before, and will guide you to success.

Chambers Review

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Construction - California
3
Band 3
What the team is known for

Rogers Joseph O'Donnell is a boutique construction firm with notable expertise in advising on public sector projects such as transport and energy infrastructure developments. Acts in a variety of construction disputes, including contract award controversies, design contract claims and bid protests. Clients include major national and international contractors and designers, as well as subcontractors and suppliers.

Work Highlights

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  • Rogers Joseph O'Donnell represented RailWorks and HSQ Technology in a multiparty litigation in connection with the Bay Area Rapid Transit extension project for the Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority, arising from delays, extra work and non-payment.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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2
Aaron Silberman
Head of Construction
2
Band 2

Aaron Silberman has substantial experience in construction law and routinely handles delay claims, change order litigation and arbitrations. He is particularly noted for his expertise in contract and public procurement matters. He represents general and specialty contractors, subcontractors, design professionals and suppliers.

"Aaron Silberman is a great attorney. He is excellent. Very intelligent. He really keeps up with legislative developments."

"Aaron is great. He is a very good, confident construction attorney."

"Really good guy and a good lawyer. Well-spoken, articulate, knowledgeable."

4
Joseph McGowan
4
Band 4

Joseph McGowan is a specialist construction law practitioner highly capable of advising major contractor clients in public works, government contracts and construction related disputes.

"Joseph McGowan is practical, reasonable and a very skilled lawyer."

"Joe is a good strategist with a very calm and thoughtful demeanor. He is constantly looking for avenues for dispute resolution."

4
Neil O'Donnell
4
Band 4

Neil O'Donnell maintains an active construction practice and routinely handles mediations, delay claims and contract matters. He is particularly noted for his expertise in government contracts work.

Ranked Lawyers at
Rogers Joseph O'Donnell

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California

Construction

2
Aaron Silberman
Head of Construction
2
Band 2
4
Joseph McGowan
4
Band 4
4
Neil O'Donnell
4
Band 4

Members

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Aaron Silberman

Head of Department

Dennis Callahan

Gayle Athanacio

Henry Stegner

Joshua Dietz

Julia Caruso

Lauren Sujeeth

Lisa Himes

Lucas Hanback

Mark Linderman

Head of Department

Pat Meagher

Richard Harris

Stephen Bacon

Whitney Miner

Clients

Provided by Rogers Joseph O'Donnell

ACCO Engineered Systems, Inc

AECOM

APTIM

Abide International

Alstom Transportation

Apex Mechanical

Arcadis

AshBritt

B&C Transit, Inc.

CB&I AREVA MOX Services

CF Contracting

Chester Bross Construction

DMZ Builders

Granite Construction

HDR, Inc

JK Communications & Construction, Inc.

Kiewit Infrastructure West Company

Manson Construction Company

Obayashi Corporation

Siemens Industries

T.Y. Lin International

The Weitz Company

Turner Engineering

Underwater Resources

United Fire Group

Vortex Marine

Watts Contracting

Industries

Provided by Rogers Joseph O'Donnell

Aerospace & Defense

Construction and Materials

Energy

Insurance

Private Clients/ Individuals

Professional Services

Real Estate Finance

Telecommunications

Transportation