50
50 Years of Legal Experience
CPA since 1970
Lawyer Since 1973
30+ Years of Entrepreneurial Experience
Direct Attorney Access
Business Legal Counsel for Construction Companies
Legal strategy should reflect the transaction, the commercial relationship and the owner's long-term goals.
Build the Company
Before Building the Project
The legal structure and governance of the company affect ownership, authority, risk, and continuity. Arthur helps construction owners form and maintain LLCs and corporations, prepare operating agreements and bylaws, document decisions, and plan for ownership changes.
Construction Contracts and Project Agreements
Construction contracts should clearly define scope, price, payment, schedule, change procedures, insurance, indemnification, warranties, delays, and dispute processes.
Arthur reviews and drafts AIA forms, custom construction agreements, subcontracts, consulting agreements, and related project documents.
- AIA standard forms and custom agreements
- Owner-contractor and contractor-subcontractor agreements
- Design-build, engineering, and architecture agreements
- Change orders, allowances, and extra work procedures
- Payment applications, retainage, and documentation
- Insurance, indemnification, and limitation provisions
- Termination, suspension, and default procedures
- Government contract and bidding considerations
Internal Procedures That Reduce Conflict
Many construction disputes begin with weak documentation. Companies benefit from consistent procedures for estimates, approvals, change orders, field directives, notices, invoices, and closeout.
Arthur can help align internal procedures with the company’s contracts so project teams understand what must be documented and when.
Licensing, Bonding, and Business Compliance
Construction businesses may face licensing, qualification, bonding, and registration requirements. The exact rules depend on the state, trade, and project.
Arthur can help identify business-law issues and coordinate with licensing or specialty counsel when the matter requires focused regulatory representation.
Growth, Ownership, and Succession
As a contractor grows, it may add owners, open new offices, acquire another company, or prepare for a sale or family transition.
Arthur helps construction companies address ownership agreements, key-person concerns, acquisitions, succession, and tax-aware business planning.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Arthur review AIA construction contracts?
Yes. Arthur’s current site identifies experience with AIA standard forms and custom construction agreements. The specific scope depends on the project and engagement.
Can Arthur help a subcontractor improve its standard agreement?
Yes. He can draft or revise subcontract terms, payment provisions, change-order procedures, insurance requirements, indemnification, and other business terms.
Does Arthur handle construction liens?
Arthur’s current site identifies construction lien and payment concerns as part of his construction experience. Confirm the desired scope before publishing detailed lien-service claims.
Can Arthur help form a construction LLC or corporation?
Yes. He can assist with entity selection, formation, governance documents, and coordination with the company’s accountant.
Can he serve as outside general counsel for a contractor?
Yes. Ongoing counsel may include contracts, governance, ownership, transactions, and early review of business disputes.
Strengthen the Legal Side of Your Construction Company
Clear contracts and disciplined business procedures can help contractors reduce uncertainty and protect margins.
Speak with Arthur about your company, its project agreements, and the legal systems needed for growth.
