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Little Rock Construction Dispute Lawyer

Construction claims and litigation are an inescapable risk on construction projects. Projects and the people involved may change, but the problems surrounding construction projects typically remain the same. Cotney Construction Law represents contractors, subcontractors, and countless other construction professionals in a wide variety of disputes. In these litigious times, it pays to have a knowledgeable Little Rock construction dispute lawyer on your side.

Work With a Little Rock Construction Dispute Attorney from Cotney

Cotney Construction Law has over 100 years of combined construction law experience. Each of our attorneys is connected to the construction industry in some way, whether they have worked as former estimators, project managers, or roofing professionals, or have familial ties to the construction industry.

We understand the intricacies of the construction industry and specialize in dispute resolution. There are three ways to handle construction disputes; each comes with advantages and disadvantages. The method of dispute resolution for a project may already be predetermined by your original contract. A Little Rock construction dispute attorney will advise you on the proper clause to draft into your contracts.

Mediation

One of the easiest ways to solve a construction conflict is through mediation—an alternative dispute resolution (ADR). Some contracts may require that mediation is tried first to resolve a dispute. Mediation is completely voluntary and nonbinding. It is also less aggressive and can help parties preserve their business relationship. Disputing parties will meet with a neutral third party, a mediator, who will help them discuss their conflict and arrive at an amicable solution. Of course, a Little Rock construction dispute attorney is not necessary for mediation, but legal advice from an attorney is always beneficial.

Arbitration

Arbitration is by far the most common form of ADR. Countless professionals have resolved their construction conflicts with the help of an unbiased arbitrator, or panel of arbitrators. If a conflict cannot be resolved with mediation, arbitration is often the next step. Arbitration is a more structured legal process where an arbitrator hears the sides of all disputants and makes a binding decision based on the facts of the case. Unlike litigation, arbitration cases can be kept private, and are usually less time-consuming and less expensive.

Litigation

If a conflict is not resolved through arbitration, the next step may be to pursue litigation. At this point, you will absolutely need a Little Rock construction dispute attorney to represent you during the dispute. Litigation is a complex process involving investigation, pleadings, discovery, a trial, and other pertinent processes. You need a skilled and aggressive attorney on your side to defend your case.

If you would like to speak with a Little Rock construction dispute lawyer, please contact us for more information. 

Disclaimer: The information contained in this article is for general educational information only. This information does not constitute legal advice, is not intended to constitute legal advice, nor should it be relied upon as legal advice for your specific factual pattern or situation.