BUILDING STRONG FOUNDATIONS WITH EVERY CONTRACT
Contract drafting& Negotiations
Protect your Project with a Strong Contract
Every Manion Stigger attorney is a “construction lawyer” but we are a team assembled of diverse talents. We practice as a team because the intricate nature of construction law demands collaborative efforts to navigate complex contracts, regulatory compliance, dispute resolution, and client advocacy. A cohesive team, leveraging diverse expertise and perspectives, enhances the firm’s ability to deliver comprehensive legal solutions tailored to the multifaceted needs of clients.
Effective teamwork in such a setting relies on open communication and mutual respect among attorneys, paralegals, and support staff. Regular team meetings, clear role definitions, and a culture of knowledge sharing foster an environment where every member contributes meaningfully. This collaborative dynamic ensures that legal strategies are well-rounded, thoroughly vetted, and aligned with clients’ objectives.
Moreover, our notion of teamwork extends beyond internal operations. Through strong and geographically diverse relationships with clients, industry experts, and other legal professionals enhances the firm’s capacity to provide insightful and pragmatic advice. By working together seamlessly, both within the firm and with external stakeholders, the team can proactively identify potential issues, devise effective solutions, and guide clients through the complexities of construction law.
Ultimately, our commitment to teamwork empowers us to operate with agility and precision. It cultivates a supportive atmosphere where innovation and diligence thrive, driving the firm toward sustained success and reinforcing our reputation as a trusted advisor in the construction industry.
At Manion Stigger LLP, we appreciate that a prime contract is going to have a ripple effect on any subcontracts it may spawn and thereby can impact the entire construction project. We have drafted, negotiated, reviewed, and litigated countless prime contracts.
Our attorneys also have extensive experience with subcontracts. We have drafted, negotiated, and litigated manuscript agreements, contracts, purchase orders, invoices, and documents to suit projects of all shapes, sizes, and delivery methods.
Prime Contracts & Subcontracts
Contracts allocate risks, rights, and responsibilities for a construction project. An effective contract utilizes clear writing to forecast and fairly allocate the risks involved on the project. Recognizing the defects in a contract requires a thorough understanding of project risks, project roles, and the current law. Our experience allows us to examine issues from all perspectives to identify potential issues and craft resolutions before they need to be litigated.
Construction Management Agreements
A construction manager (“CM”) is becoming a popular fixture on various construction projects as the singular entity with total control of the numerous moving parts present on a project site. With many responsibilities that change from project-to-project, construction management agreements are not one size fits all. While “form” agreements are available online, they are rife with potential pitfalls as they are not customized to the unique and ever-changing function of a CM on a particular project. We draft, negotiate, and litigate agreements based on your specific needs to accommodate each unique project.
Design-Build & Epic Agreements
Design-Build (“D-B”) and Engineering, Procurement, Construction (“EPC”) agreements are becoming widely used on a variety of construction projects. Under both agreements, one entity is responsible for both the design and the construction of the project, as opposed to the traditional method of project delivery where an owner contracts with an engineer or architect to design the project and then a contractor to build it. While D-B and EPC agreements can streamline the owner’s redress and speed the construction progress, they also can greatly increase the risk to the builder as its responsibilities are now two-fold.
Like all construction contracts, it is vital to fully comprehend the risks and responsibilities being agreed to, particularly under D-B and EPC agreements where the builder’s scope of work is much more extensive, and the owner’s control over the final product is limited. Our attorneys assist builders and owners with the drafting, negotiating, and review of D-B and EPC agreements.
Joint Venture Contracts
A joint venture contract allows two or more parties to share the risk, responsibilities, and rewards of a given construction project. These relationships can be extremely beneficial as they can mitigate risk, and otherwise combine resources on a project that the venturing parties may not have been able to accomplish on their own. As an experienced construction law firm, we have the expertise necessary to draft joint venture contracts for construction projects.
Joint ventures between foreign and domestic entities add an additional layer of complexity. With globalization in full force, it is common for foreign investors to look to the United States to grow their businesses by teaming up with a domestic company whose resources and connections can be used to complete the project. Whether you are seeking a foreign investor or looking to team with domestic partners, Manion Stigger LLP can draft joint venture contracts that provide a strong framework and a clear agreement for all parties involved
