Dunn Carney's construction and design practice includes representation of owners, developers, design professionals, general contractors, subcontractors, suppliers and sureties in all phases of private and public construction projects. Combining their legal knowledge with specialized knowledge about the construction industry, attorneys practicing in this area provide sound legal and practical advice to clients to help them achieve their business goals. Dunn Carney's construction  and design expertise includes the following areas:

 

Construction Contracts

Dunn Carney attorneys routinely draft and review a wide variety of contracts for clients involved in the construction industry. We are also a licensed creator of AIA agreements and, when appropriate, prepare AIA agreements for our clients, adjusting them as necessary to fit particular needs.

 

Construction Litigation

Dunn Carney has a long history of providing high-level litigation services to its clients, and our construction practice is no exception. We represent construction clients in a wide variety of litigation, including contract and payment disputes, construction lien claims, construction defect claims, construction accidents, bond claims and claims against sureties, and even residential disputes brought before the Oregon Construction Contractors Board. When outside experts are needed to assist in the litigation process, we know who to call. In representing clients in construction litigation, we strive to win, but always keep in mind the economic objectives of the client and routinely participate in alternative dispute resolution, including mediation and arbitration.

 

Construction Liens

Dunn Carney attorneys are well-versed in construction lien law and have significant experience in both filing and defending construction lien claims. Our attorneys practicing in this area work closely with the client to ensure that filings are accurate and compliant with all legal requirements. When defending lien claims, we evaluate and assert all possible defenses and work to achieve the best possible economic result for the client.

 

Design Professional Representation

Dunn Carney attorneys focus on the representation of design professionals and their unique role in the construction process. Services provided to design professionals range from contract review and litigation to assistance complying with federal regulations.

 

Other Services

Because participants in the construction industry are also businesses, construction clients sometimes need legal services that have nothing directly to do with construction, such as employment claims and business entity issues. We are a full-service law firm and routinely provide these services to construction clients.

Team Members

Jonathan A. Bennett
David J. Buono
John H. Chambers
Susan C. Glen
Tim B. Hering
William R. Joseph
Eric A. Kekel