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Our Illinois construction attorneys have the necessary experience in all areas of construction disputes including drafting and reviewing general contractor agreements, subcontractor agreements and resolving disputes. We provide skilled, aggressive representation to prevent construction litigation by drafting sound contracts and resolve your construction dispute favorably should one arise.
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Regardless of the nature of your case, we have an experienced attorney who will focus on your individual needs. Our team of attorneys works closely together, bringing each of their different fields of experience to bear in order to optimize our client care.

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Understanding Construction Disputes

When you're embroiled in construction disputes, construction litigation attorneys are vital for navigating the intricate legal landscape. These disputes often involve contract interpretation, cost overruns, or project delays. A proficient construction disputes lawyer will closely examine the contract terms and project documentation, ensuring your position is robustly defended or pursued, whether it's a fixed-price contract or a more complex arrangement.

Role of Contractor Lawyers in Delay Claims

Delay claims in construction projects require a nuanced understanding of project scheduling and the impact of various factors like scope changes or unanticipated conditions. Contractor lawyers specialize in dissecting these complexities, assigning responsibility, and distinguishing between compensable and non-compensable delays. They ensure that the facts are presented effectively, safeguarding your interests in these often-contentious scenarios.

Addressing Defective Work and Collection Claims

Defective work disputes are common in construction contracts. Here, construction attorneys play a critical role in determining the root cause and identifying responsible parties. Additionally, in lien claims and collection disputes, a construction litigation attorney ensures compliance with legal requirements, efficiently managing claims to protect your financial interests. Whether it’s collecting dues or defending against unwarranted claims, their experience is invaluable in achieving a favorable resolution in these high-stakes situations.

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Further Reading from our Illinois Construction Attorneys

Illinois Condominium Disputes

In this article, our Illinois construction dispute attorneys explain condominium laws and common types of disputes that may arise for both tenants and owners.

It's important to note that condominium associations have the responsibilities imposed upon a not-for-profit corporation by the Not For Profit Corporation Act, whether or not the association is incorporated.  To the extent that the Not For Profit Corporation Act conflicts with the Condominium Property Act, the Condominium Property Act controls with respect to condominium associations.  

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GMP Construction Contracts

In this article, our Illinois construction dispute attorneys explain what guaranteed maximum price construction contracts are and how they're created and implemented.

Important questions raised in this article are:

  • What is a Guaranteed Maximum Price?
  • What is a Schedule of Values in a GMP Construction Contract?
  • What is a Contingency in a GMP Construction Contract?
  • What are Allowances in a Construction Contract?
  • What are Change Orders in a Construction Contract?

Among the most common price structures is for the owner to pay the contractor the cost of work plus the contractor’s fee. ​Often, in a “cost-plus-fee” contract, the contractor’s fee is calculated as a certain percentage of the actual costs associated with the work, including labor, materials, storage, and transportation.  A common way to mitigate the owner’s risk and provide a level of certainty as to the cost of the project is for the contractor to set a guaranteed maximum price.   

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