Construction Law Services

Since 1987 Leonard S. DePalma, L.L.C. has represented virtually every type of construction industry client including general contractors, specialty subcontractors, material manufacturers, material suppliers, construction sureties, architects, engineers, real estate developers, commercial and residential property owners and tenants.

Among the many types of matters within his expertise is Civil Litigation arising out of Construction. Len has has extensive experience in various forms of alternate dispute resolution mechanisms including Arbitration of Claims utilizing such forums as the American Arbitration Association, privately retained Arbitrators (such as retired former Superior Court Judges), and mandatory non-binding arbitration process within the Courts. He also reprsents clients using private Mediation to resolve Construction Disputes.

Another service available is preparation, filing and court enforcement of Construction Lien Claims including residential property liens, commercial project liens, and public project liens filed under the Municipal Lien Law.

Another mainstay service has been preparation of construction documentation from the simple to the complex for clients of virtually every segment of the construction industry. Len's expertise in Drafting of Construction Agreements derives from years of time spent working closely with client's preparing Contracts between Owner and Contractor, between Contractor and Subcontractor, Contracts for Purchase of Construction Materials, Joint Venture Agreements, Change Order forms, Indemnification Agreements, etc.

Additionally Len is fully versed regarding Construction Bond and Surety Claims as well as disputes arising out of Public Bidding Matters.