Construction Law

In today’s complex economy, construction projects raise a host of legal issues, from contract matters to surety bonds and claims. Leatherwood presently represents approximately 35 construction companies, 15 engineering and architectural firms, and 15 construction equipment and material suppliers.

Construction & Surety Practice Group services include:

  • Contract preparation and review
  • Claims analysis and preparation
  • Surety bonds and claims
  • Construction defect claims
  • Joint ventures
  • Licensing
  • Insurance
  • Mechanics’ liens
  • Mold litigation
  • OSHA compliance, inspections, and appeals
  • Mediation
  • Arbitration and litigation

Leatherwood’s Construction and Surety Practice Group is chaired by Bob DeHoll, who boasts ten years’ experience as a mechanical/nuclear engineer with Bechtel Corporation, served as in-house counsel to Fluor Daniel, and has over twenty years of legal experience. As a result, he brings detailed, practical, and legal knowledge of the construction industry and architectural and engineering practices. The primary goal of the Construction & Surety Group is to focus significant education and experience in public and private construction matters to assist Leatherwood’s clients in avoiding costly disputes or limiting risks through early consultation.

Members of the Firm are also active in the following associations:

  • Associated General Contractors
  • Piedmont General Contractors Association
  • American Subcontractors Association
  • American Bar Association’s Forum on the Construction Industry
  • American Bar Association’s Forum on Litigation
  • South Carolina Bar Construction Law Section

For more information about Leatherwood's Construction Practice, please contact Bob deHoll