Construction Law

Individuals, businesses and contractors can encounter many misunderstandings and problems when building a home, office, industrial or retail facility. The interests and desires of the owner-customer and the business needs of the contractor are often difficult to balance.

A capable builder values a well-prepared construction agreement which anticipates completion of a fully-paid project in a timely and workmanlike manner, as much as an owner-customer values a job well done that is brought to completion on time and within budget. Whether utilizing a standard AIA document or a specialized construction agreement, all parties benefit from documents that clearly define the builder’s, architect’s and owner-customer’s separate responsibilities.

At Stephen G. Thomas & Associates Co., L.P.A., we draft construction contracts that protect our client’s rights by establishing legitimate expectations and achievable results before the first shovel digs into the earth. When a party to a contract breaches the agreement, we help our client hold the breaching party accountable. We also can assist with documenting project financing.

We have particular expertise in:

• Contract formation and preparation
• Compliance
• Mechanic's lien enforcement and removal
• Financing agreements
• Arbitration and litigation planning

If you are interested in quality representation, rendered with a critical eye and diligent attention to detail, we invite you to CONTACT US. Let us help guide your journey to achievepeace of mind.

Serving Northeast Ohio, including Cleveland, Chagrin Falls, Chardon, Akron, Elyria, Canton, the Chagrin Valley, the counties of Cuyahoga, Geauga, Summit, Lake, Ashtabula, Lorain, Stark and wherever else our clients' paths may lead.