| LAW OFFICES OF W. RUSSELL TOATES |
As in-house counsel and as principal of a real estate investment firm, I have extensive experience in all phases
of construction, from engagement of design professionals through final project close-out and payment. In
addition to general construction matters, I have also managed all types of construction defect claims- as both
the party bringing the claim as well as defending against claims.
of construction, from engagement of design professionals through final project close-out and payment. In
addition to general construction matters, I have also managed all types of construction defect claims- as both
the party bringing the claim as well as defending against claims.
- Negotiation of design professional agreements for architects,engineers and other consultants.
- AIA and custom subcontractor and general contractor agreements, including building construction,
infrastructure development, peer review, interior design and finish, and tenant improvement.
- Filing of mechanic’s liens on behalf of contractors as well as negotiation for removal of lien claims on
behalf of project owner.
- Agreements for remediation of environmental contamination.
- Analysis and litigation of mold and other environmental contamination and remediation claims.
- Claims against design professionals.
- Claims against general contractors and subcontractors.
- Responsibility for review and opinion on insurance coverage issues for wide range of construction
defect claims.
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