Construction Development & Lending

Construction & Development

Representing developers, owners, contractors, and investors in all legal aspects of commercial construction and real estate development.  Providing practical and proactive counsel from project inception through completion, with a focus on managing risk while preserving project timelines.

 

Advising on contract negotiation, project structuring, entitlements, and compliance.  Ground-up developments and major renovations across asset types, including multifamily, office, retail, industrial, and mixed-use projects.

Experienced in identifying and mitigating construction-related risks, including mechanic’s lien exposure, construction defect claims, delays, force majeure events, and scope disputes. Offers clear guidance on contract terms, dispute resolution strategies, and insurance coverage to help avoid disruption and maintain forward progress throughout the project lifecycle.

Related Services Include:

  • Negotiation of construction contracts (AIA and custom forms)
  • Design and architectural agreements
  • Construction management and general contractor agreements
  • Subcontractor and consultant contracts
  • Zoning, entitlements, and permitting analysis
  • Development agreements and public-private partnerships
  • Mechanic’s lien and payment claim resolution
  • Risk allocation and insurance review
  • Force majeure and delay claims
  • Project financing coordination
  • Dispute resolution and contract enforcement

Construction Lending

Advising lenders and borrowers on the structuring, negotiation, and documentation of construction financing for commercial and multifamily development projects.  Coordinating with title companies, disbursement, and project consultants to support timely funding and ensure compliance with lender requirements.

 

Assists with term sheets, loan agreements, collateral packages, draw procedures, lien waivers, and completion guaranties. Providing due diligence and risk assessment related to entitlements, budgets, and contractor performance to protect financial interests throughout the life of the loan.

Related Services Include:

  • Construction loan agreements and ancillary documents
  • Collateral and security structuring
  • Intercreditor and subordination agreements
  • Title and lien priority analysis
  • Review of budgets, draw schedules, and cost certifications
  • Coordination with title, escrow, and consultants
  • Completion guarantees and repayment support
  • Default remedies and enforcement strategies

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