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About the Firm

We are one of the oldest and largest firms in New England dedicated exclusively to the practice of construction law. For nearly half a century the firm has concentrated its practice on cases relating to construction law as reported under Appellate Decisions, building a unique foundation of knowledge and expertise. Our Attorneys have 250 cumulative years of construction law experience. Corwin & Corwin LLP has achieved a reputation for success which reflects not only our ability and skill, but also our total commitment to remain accessible, responsive and economical.

Firm Services

Corwin & Corwin LLP provides legal representation in all aspects of construction law to subcontractors and suppliers, general contractors, construction managers, designers and owners. Our services include:

  • Consultation - We are readily accessible to provide sound advice based on our knowledge and experience to solve a problem at an early stage and avoid time consuming and costly litigation.
  • Litigation - We provide representation in state and federal courts, and before administrative agencies. This includes claims for contract balances, extras, delays, specification interpretations, acceleration, termination, unforeseen conditions, OSHA matters and all other construction disputes.
  • Alternative Dispute Resolution - We have extensive experience in arbitration and other forms of alternative dispute resolution. We represent our clients in these forums and we also act as mediators and arbitrators in construction industry dispute resolution. Our attorneys have completed advanced arbitration and statutory mediation training.
  • Appeals - We have briefed and argued over 100 federal and state appellate court cases relating to construction law as listed under Appellate Decisions.
  • Contract Documents - We draft, negotiate and review requests for proposals, general contracts, subcontracts, bidding documents, general and supplemental conditions, joint venture agreements, and all other documents used in the construction process for traditional and alternative project delivery systems.
  • Public Bidding and Contract Law - We have expertise in all statutes dealing with public bidding and contract law, including Massachusetts bidding laws for general contractors and filed subcontractors. We handle disputes arising from bidding, such as contract awards, bid protests and bid mistakes both in administrative proceedings and in court.
  • Mechanic's Lien Law - We prepare and enforce liens for contractors, subcontractors and suppliers on private projects. We review the validity of liens for owners and their lenders.
  • Surety and Bond Law - We perfect and pursue bond claims for subcontractors and suppliers on private, state and federal projects. We advise general contractors and owners as to their rights and obligations under payment and performance bonds.
  • Seminars - We have participated in numerous seminars and panel discussions before construction industry and legal organizations encompassing all aspects of construction law. We periodically publish a newsletter, Construction Law Comments, to provide general legal information of interest to the construction industry.
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