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We take pride in our tradition of excellence and integrity and have become one of the largest and most respected construction law & consulting firms in the United States. With over 20 offices throughout the U.S. and Canada, our attorneys are in tune with the business, economic, and political trends affecting business and construction and are able to offer our clients the resources and solutions they need to thrive in the industry.

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    U.S. News & World Report

    Best Law Firms, Construction Law

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    Finance Monthly Magazine

    Deal Maker of The Year

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    Corporate INTL Magazine Global Award

    Boutique Construction Law Firm of the Year in Canada

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    Construction Executive

    Top 50 Construction Law Firms

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    Lawyers World Global Awards

    Leading Construction Law Firm of the Year - USA

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    Lawyers Worldwide Awards Magazine

    Construction Law Firm of the Year

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    New World Report North American Business Awards

    Best Construction Law Firm

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    Intercontinental Finance & Law

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Employment Law

Illinois’ New Criminal Background Check Requirements

If you are an Illinois employer, you should be aware of SB 1480, which Gov. J.B. Pritzker signed into law on March 23, 2021. In particular, the legislation revises the Illinois Human Rights Act (IHRA) and includes new requirements for business owners who complete criminal background checks on their workers. Note that if you already…
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OSHA Defense

What You Should Know About Making OSHA Payments

Have you recently undergone an inspection from the OSHA, or are you expecting one in your future? If so, it is vital that you fully comprehend the payment process. While you want to avoid fines and you may choose to appeal any assessments, you must still understand your obligations. If you do not pay your…
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OSHA Defense

Doug Parker Nominated to Lead OSHA

On Friday, April 9, 2021, President Biden announced the nomination of Doug Parker to lead the nation’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration. Parker, who has been head of the California Division of Occupational Safety and Health (Cal/OSHA) since September 2019, would assume the federal role at a critical time. Amid a pandemic, and as OSHA…
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Cotney is a nationally recognized law firm specializing in the representation of businesses and professionals in disputes and transactions. We have offices located throughout the U.S. The firm's practice areas include construction law, litigation, arbitration, contract review and drafting, OSHA defense, licensing defense, bid protests, lien law, bond law, alternative dispute resolution, and construction employment law.

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