The Tobin Firm

Construction Law

Construction law is a core practice area for The Tobin Firm. We have experience handling a broad range of construction law matters, including those pertinent to small residential remodels, award-winning urban infill townhome developments, high-end custom homes, commercial build-outs, and industrial construction disputes. We regularly advise homebuilders, remodelers, developers, general contractors, subcontractors, and project owners about construction contracts, development agreements, lot take-down agreements, architectural and engineering agreements, subcontractor and independent contractor agreements, employment matters, lien claims, construction financing, and other related matters.

The Tobin Firm's construction clients include the following:

  • Developers

  • Homebuilders

  • Remodelers

  • Roofers

  • Plumbers

  • Turnkey foundation companies

  • HVAC installers

  • Framers

  • Finish contractors

  • General contractors

  • Subcontractors

  • Project owners

  • Commercial landlords & tenants

  • Builder associations and cooperatives

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Representative Matters

  • Advise luxury home building and development company in complex urban redevelopment projects, including land acquisition, due diligence, financing, and development​

  • Prepare and negotiate consumer sale contracts for completed residences; residential and commercial construction contracts; and limited warranty documents

  • Advise custom home builder in the documentation, negotiation, and administration of contracts for the construction of a 22,000 sq. ft. custom home, including land conveyance with seller financing, extended design phase, and construction contract

  • Counsel national home builder in documenting and improving subcontractor and supplier relationships and developing subcontractor safety policies in light of OSHA’s Multi-Employer Work-Site Policy

  • Participate in the defense and prosecution of claims under the Residential Construction Liability Act, including property inspections; selection and hiring of expert witnesses (e.g., structural engineers; surveyors; and flooring, HVAC, and water-penetration specialists); and the exchange of substantive written communications with insurers and opposing counsel

  • Advise subsidiary of multinational manufacturer in workout of factory construction contract

We have the experience and subject-matter knowledge to offer practical, results-oriented advice in any construction matter.

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