Originally posted 2017-07-01 10:00:34. My how time flies! It seems like I blinked and seven years have passed since I opened my solo construction practice on July 1, 2010. The reaction of friends, family, and importantly clients to the move since my announcement 7 years ago has been wonderful. Frankly, going solo was one of
Thoughts on construction law from Christopher G. Hill, Virginia construction lawyer, LEED AP, mediator, and member of the Virginia Legal Elite in Construction Law
In Any Construction Lawsuit, Be Sure to Name the Right People
Originally posted 2017-12-01 12:30:43. The title of this post may seem obvious. Of course you need to name the right people. “Why even write about this?” you may ask yourself. The answer to this question is that the list of all of the parties necessary to a successful lawsuit may not be so obvious. One
Happy Memorial Day from Construction Law Musings
Well, the “official” beginning of Summer is upon us and shows that time moves forward even in the oddest of times. The office is closed and I am enjoying the day off with my family (not as much with friends this time due to COVID-19) and thinking about those that served this country. I hope
PSA: Getting the First Mechanic’s Lien on a Project is a Plus
As those that read this construction law blog are aware, I am a big fan of mechanic’s liens as a way to get paid. These powerful and tricky beasts are a great way to get an owner’s attention and to put payment pressure on those that owe you money. Recently I was reminded that getting
Smile and Sincerity: It’s How You Make a Connection at a Construction Conference
Originally posted 2012-03-09 09:00:42. For this week’s Guest Post Friday post here at Construction Law Musings, we welcome back a good friend, Matthew DeVries. Matt (@matthewdevries) is a construction lawyer in Nashville, Tennessee and the founder of www.bestpracticesconstructionlaw.com, a construction-related blog that focuses on transportation, green building, and technology. He heads the Tennessee construction law practice
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I am a construction lawyer in Richmond, Virginia, a LEED AP, and have been nominated by my peers to Virginia's Legal Elite in Construction Law on multiple occasions. I provide advice and assistance with mechanic's liens, contract review and consulting, occupational safety issues (VOSH and OSHA), and risk management for construction professionals.
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