Construction
Contact: Michael J. Donnelly
Contact: Andrew G. Wailgum, Chair
For more than 60 years, Murtha Cullina has been recognized as a legal leader in the construction industry. Murtha’s clients reflect a broad cross-section of companies and individuals who play significant roles in ensuring a project’s success. They include:
• Public and private owners
• Developers
• Lenders
• General contractors
• Construction managers
• Architects
• Engineers
• Subcontractors
• Material suppliers
• Condominium associations
Clients rely on the practice’s deep industry knowledge, collaborative approach and unwavering focus on their needs when difficult issues arise. But most importantly, they appreciate how Murtha’s construction lawyers offer creative ways to arrive at solutions — and do so in an efficient, economical manner. When complex matters cross traditional practice lines, we seamlessly draw on the talents of other Murtha colleagues with extensive experience in areas such as labor and employment, financing, mergers and acquisitions, corporate law or other legal disciplines.
Murtha’s construction team provides a full range of legal services that encompass virtually all phases of the construction process:
• Development of initial project concepts
• Land acquisition and permitting
• Financing
• Contract negotiation
• Preparation of bid and contract documents
• Bid protests
• Construction administration
• Claims preparation
• Negotiation
• Mediation, arbitration and litigation
• Final project closeout
The depth of experience our Construction Group brings to the table is underscored by the wide range of projects our clients have undertaken. We have provided legal counsel on public and private endeavors in both the U.S. and in other countries around the world. Included among these projects are:
• Commercial
• Residential
• Recreational (stadiums and arenas)
• Military
• Educational
• Health care
• Retail
• Heavy construction
• Infrastructure
• Historic
• Manufacturing
• Hotel
• Airport
We understand the challenges our clients face every day: the rising cost of materials; the uncertainty of availability due to supply chain issues; recruiting and maintaining talent; and managing risk. By staying abreast of these issues, and helping clients take proactive actions to mitigate threats, we strive to serve as trusted partners who are vested in their success. Our ability to keep on top of the latest trends is enhanced by our active participation in numerous trade groups, such as the Associated General Contractors of Massachusetts, Professional Women in Construction, the Connecticut Construction Industries Association and the American Bar Association’s Forum on Construction Law. Our lawyers regularly share their insights on industry developments and regulations through speaking engagements, panel discussions and articles. Murtha’s stature within the legal community is also demonstrated by the fact our lawyers are frequently asked to serve as arbitrators, mediators and masters in complex construction disputes.
Expand the topics below to learn more about the capabilities and services offered by Murtha’s Construction Group.
+ Drafting and Negotiating Bid and Contract Documents
We prepare and negotiate all forms of complex design and construction agreements, including lump-sum, cost plus, design-build and fast-track contracts. Often these contract documents are included in a project’s bid package. Our lawyers are skilled in the risk allocation process, a crucial element of every agreement.
+ Project Administration Assistance
Our construction team’s experience is an invaluable component during the actual building process. We frequently conduct seminars for our clients highlighting important contractual and statutory provisions and procedures. Throughout the term of the project, we assist clients by analyzing and interpreting contracts, planning and taking steps to resolve issues, and preserving claims or defenses. We are well-versed on insurance issues and programs, including the Owner-Controlled Insurance Program and the Contractor-Controlled Insurance Program. We have the experience to handle construction insurance disputes in the event an insurer declines coverage and/or defense or issues a reservation of rights letter. We also assist our clients in the myriad of issues involving mechanic’s lien rights.
+ Claims
A significant portion of our practice involves the preparation and presentation, as well as the defense, of complex construction claims. Our lawyers have extensive experience with claims involving changes, unanticipated subsurface conditions, defective work, delays, suspensions, interference, acceleration, defective design documents, damages and other issues.
+ Litigation/Alternative Dispute Resolution
Our lawyers prepare and try cases in the federal district courts, state trial courts and other administrative bodies. We are well-equipped to handle any appeals that may result from such trials. We have been in the forefront of alternate dispute resolution, including arbitration, mediation dispute resolution boards, mini-trials, partnering and settlement negotiations for all types of U.S. and international construction claims. We also serve as arbitrators, mediators and masters in complex construction disputes, providing us with a unique insight into the decision-maker’s perspective.
+ Surety Law
Our lawyers recognize the importance of bonds in the construction industry. We advise owners and contractors on bid, payment, performance and mechanic’s lien bond issue. We also advise and assist our clients in their relationships with surety companies. In addition, we have extensive experience with surety company indemnity agreements, including defending claims brought under these agreements.
+ Complex Case Management
All construction projects are complex, regardless of the project’s dollar value. To deliver cost-effective legal services, we have developed methods for document and information organization so that data can be retrieved quickly and efficiently. Our lawyers can employ early case assessment and budgeting techniques to assist clients in managing and controlling litigation expenses.
+ Condominium Association Representation
Murtha’s Construction Group includes lawyers with experience in condominium association construction disputes, defective work, negligence and Chapter 93A violations. Our experience includes representing developers and condominium associations in cases against their general contractors, developers and affiliated management companies. Because of our team’s experience in defending contractors, we are better equipped to prosecute and defend all types of claims involving condominium construction.
Representative Matters
- Successfully defeated a $5 million claim asserted by an Owner against a Contractor and obtained a judgment in favor of the Contractor for wrongful termination and unfair business practice which included recovery of attorneys’ fees.
- Successfully defended Construction Manager against a $30 million+ claim asserted by an Owner for an allegedly defective estimate.
- Represented a Construction Manager in negotiation of a $200 million+ museum renovation and addition at a major New England University.
- Represented a regional bank in connection with arranging completion of all infrastructure work associated with a 34-home sub-division including roads, drainage, detention basins and utilities after borrower defaulted. Obtained all approvals necessary to acquire a complete release from the town and to have the roadways accepted as public ways.
- Brought claims on behalf of condominium associations against developers, contractors, and condominium management companies for construction defects and successfully overcame statute of limitations and economic loss defenses to negotiate settlements in excess of $1.6 million.
- Successfully asserted Contractor's mechanic's lien rights against Developer for $2 million in contract balances.
- Served as special construction counsel to a large non-profit organization in the design and construction of its new $80 million headquarters facility in Massachusetts; drafted and negotiated the design and construction contracts, including a contract with the completing construction manager after the original construction manager defaulted, and advised the organization on claims by subcontractors.
- Represented Design-Builder in $300+ million NFL Stadium in drafting and negotiating contract documents and successful resolution of all disputes.
- Drafting of subcontract and other forms for numerous Contractor clients.
- Drafting of form of contract documents for a major commercial developer.
- Represented Developer in negotiation of Architect and Construction Management Agreements for $200+ million laboratory buildings nationwide.
- Represented Construction Manager in negotiation of $400+ million Construction Management Agreement in connection with Connecticut casino expansion.
- Represented Construction Manager in successful negotiation of a termination for convenience of a $200+ million project in Boston, Massachusetts.
- Represented Construction Manager in negotiation of contracts and counseling for major projects at Logan International Airport, T.F. Green Airport and Nantucket Airport.
- Represented Construction Manager in negotiation of a $225+ million law school project at a major New England University.
- Represented Contractor in successful mediation involving resolution of multiple claims in an 8-party dispute involving residential condominiums.
- Represented a Construction Manager in the negotiation and construction of a $200+ million condominium project in Boston, Massachusetts.
- Represented Owner in connection with the negotiation and construction of phased renovations to a major Boston hotel.
- Successfully moved to dismiss lawsuit brought by Subcontractor against Owner for payment and successfully dismissed fraud and consumer protection counts brought against General Contractor.
- Representing a prime contractor which specializes in renovation and conversion of historic buildings, in drafting and negotiating contracts, and in disputes with owners, subcontractors and suppliers.
- Representing a bridge and road contractor in public bid disputes, contract negotiations, claims, and arbitration, mediation, and litigation of disputes.
- Representing a manufacturer of roofing materials in contract drafting and interpretation, claims preparation and perfection, and in mediation, arbitration, and litigation of disputes.
- Murtha Cullina Ranked as a “Best Law Firm” in 30 Categories by the 2023 Edition of U.S. News Best Lawyers
- 37 Murtha Cullina Attorneys Receive 2023 Best Lawyers in America Recognitions
- June 22, 2022 - MA Appeals Court: Contractor's Pay Applications Deemed Approved for Owner's Failure to Comply with Prompt Pay Law
- May 16, 2022 - Murtha Cullina LLP Recognized by Chambers USA
- Murtha Addresses Coronavirus/COVID-19
- May 21, 2021 - Murtha Cullina LLP Recognized by Chambers USA
- January 6, 2021 - Construction Group News: Trial Court Strictly Construes Massachusetts Prompt Pay Law Against Owner
- May 18, 2020 - Construction Group News: Massachusetts Allows All Construction to Proceed Effective May 18, 2020, Provided There's Compliance with Mandatory Safety Standards
- April 1, 2020 - Construction Group News: Massachusetts COVID-19 Response: Governor Baker's 3-31-20 Order Narrows Definition of Essential Services to Limit Permitted Construction Activities
- March 26, 2020 - Construction Group News: Massachusetts COVID-19 Response: Governor Baker Issues Guidance for Construction as “Essential Services”
- March 10, 2020 - Construction Group News: Another Thing To Prepare For ... Covid-19's Impact on the Global Supply Chain
- October 10, 2019 - Sara P. Bryant Appointed President of Boston Chapter of Professional Women in Construction
- July 3, 2019 - Murtha Cullina Wins Jury Trial in City of Hartford Dunkin' Donuts Park Lawsuit
- February 14, 2019 - Sara P. Bryant Named Vice President Of Boston Chapter of Professional Women in Construction
- November 16, 2018 - Construction Practice Group Recognized in 2019 U.S. News & World Report - Best Lawyers “Best Law Firm” Report
- July 26, 2018 - Sara P. Bryant Receives “Top Women of Law” Award From Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly
- June 21, 2018 - Construction Group News: Contractor's Intentional and Material Breach of Contract Does Not Automatically Bar Claim For Work Performed
- February 6, 2018 - Patricia A. DeAngelis Joins Business and Finance Department
- January 2, 2018 - Construction Group News: Extremely Clear Pay-If-Paid Clause is Enforced
- November 17, 2017 - Can a CCIP Provide Workers' Compensation Immunity for Claims by Injured Employees of Subcontractors?
- June 28, 2017 - Construction Law Group Represents City of Hartford In Successful Completion of Baseball Stadium Project
- April 10, 2017 - Insurance Recovery Group News: Ambiguous Policy Costs Insurer $13.5 Million In Power Plant Explosion
- April 6, 2017 - Andrew Wailgum quoted in Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly on a "No-Damages-For-Delay" Clause Construction Contract Case
- January 2017 - Private Arbitration Appellate Procedures: An Upgrade or Further Blurring the Line between Litigation and Arbitration?
- January 17, 2017 - Construction Group News: Your corporate real estate is held by a separate LLC, so it's protected, right? Maybe Not...
- November 1, 2016 - Construction Group News: What Happens in Mediation Stays in Mediation
- August 16, 2016 - Construction Group News: Private Parties Powerless to Expand Scope of Court's Review of Arbitrator's Decision
- June 23, 2016 - Construction Law Group News: Veteran-Owned Contractors: SCOTUS Reaffirms the “Rule of Two,” which is Good for You!
- May 10, 2016 - Construction Law Group News: General Contractor's false certifications bar it from any recovery from Owner
- January 26, 2016 - Construction Group News: Arbitrators' Award of Attorney's Fees Thrown Out Because the Parties' Agreement Did Not Provide for It
- January 13, 2016 - Leslie P. King Joins Litigation Department
- January 13, 2016 - Construction Group News: Home Improvement Contractor Liable Under MGL c. 93A for Building Code Violations Despite Owner Directing Contractor to Perform Work in that Manner
- January 4, 2016 - Construction Group News: Contractor Terminated by Owner Can Sue Architect for Interference
- November 24, 2015 - Construction Group News: Workers Cannot Recover Lost Wages from Contractor Responsible for Explosion that Shut Down Project
- October 22, 2015 - Construction Group News: MA Appeals Court Ruling: Contractor Justified Not Paying Subcontractor That Refused To Perform Work
- September 14, 2015 - Construction Group News: SJC decides Coghlin Case in Favor of Construction Managers: Owner Impliedly Warrants the Plans and Specs for CM at Risk Project
- July 14, 2015 - Construction Group News: Court Issues Decision on Application of New Massachusetts Earned Sick Time Law to Employees Governed by CBAs
- June 22, 2015 - Construction Law Group News - Thinking of Using a Drone on Your Construction Project? Think Twice.
- May 11, 2015 - Construction Group News: 2 Examples of Why Your Contract Language Matters
- March 25, 2015 - A Cautionary Tale for Penny Bidding - Construction Law Group News
- March 2, 2015 - Construction Law Group - Important New Court Decision for Owners and Contractors
- September 2014 - New OSHA Notice Rules and List of Exempt Industries Take Effect January 1, 2015
- August 25, 2014 - MBC Women's Network Celebrates First Anniversary
- August 2014 - An Ounce of Prevention: A Guide for Combating Fraud in Construction
- August 2014 - Construction Law Group News: New Massachusetts Law Limits Retainage on Private Projects
- July 2014 - Construction Group News: Supreme Court Finds Duty to Defend in Law School Library Case
- Construction Group News - July 2014
- June 2014 - Construction Law Group News: Insurance 101 for Contractors: What You Should Know, Part 5 of 5-Part Series
- April 2014 - Construction Law Group News
- Construction Law Group News February 2014
- Contractor Cannot Sue DCAM Seeking Money Damages for Denial of Certification - Construction Law Group News
- News from The Construction Law Group - Maury Lederman Now Available To Serve As Mediator
- Construction Law Group News - Insurance 101 for Contractors: What You Should Know - Part 3
- Construction Law Group News: Insurance 101 for Contractors - What You Should Know - Part 2
- Insurance 101 for Contractors - What You Should Know
- Connecticut Supreme Court Clarifies the Scope of Coverage of CGL Policies
- Construction Law Group News
- Coverage May Be Available For Subcontractor's Work Under CGL Policy
- Construction Law Group News - January 2013
- EPA’s New Policy Expected to Lower Disposal Costs for PCB-Contaminated Building Materials
- Construction Law Group News, November 2012
- Construction Law Group News - May 2012
- Construction Law Group News - March 2012
- 13 Tips for Workplace Email: Construction Law Group News - January 2012
- Construction Law Group News, November 2011
- Michael J. Donnelly Wins Award from AGC of Connecticut
- Construction Law Group News, September 2011
- Tenant's Contractor Entitled to Lien Against Owner's Property
- The Attorney General Finalizes Emergency Regulations and Issues Guidance Interpreting the New Open Meeting Law
- Recent Connecticut Public Acts Impacting the Construction Industry
- Massachusetts Adopts a Prompt-Pay Law for Private Construction Projects
- Construction Law Group News, June 2010
- The New Due Diligence: PCBs in Building Materials
- Minimizing Risk for General Contractors in These Challenging Economic Times
- Loni S. Gardner and Derek T. Werner Elected to the Executive Committee of the CBA Young Lawyers Section
- September 1, 2008 - New State Law Requires Protection of Social Security Numbers and Other Personal Information
- Driving While on the Cell Phone: Could Your Company be Held Liable for Your Employee's Accident?
- June, 2021 - Sara Bryant was a speaker on "Understanding Massachusetts Prompt Pay Act" at the Boston Bar Association.
- February 9, 2021 - CBA CLE: Construction Coverage for Owners and Contractors
- May, 2020 - Sara Bryant served as a panelist on "Top Ten Return-To-Work FAQs" at the Associated General Contractors of Massachusetts.
- September 27, 2019 - Leslie King Presenting on Practice+ Panel on Contemporary Architectural Practice at MIT
- May 1, 2019 - Andrew Wailgum to present "Key Issues in Negotiating Subcontracts" at a seminar for the Associated General Contractors of Massachusetts
- April, 2019 - Sara Bryant presented "Risk Toolkit Series" at the Associated General Contractors of Massachusetts.
- April 27, 2017 - Andrew Wailgum to participate in panel on "Risky Business in the Construction Industry, Identifying and Overcoming Business Blind Spots”
- September 21, 2016 - Leslie P. King presenting program on school security in design for CBA Construction Law Section
- December 2014 - Sara Bryant to present "An Ounce of Prevention: A Guide for Combating Fraud in Construction" at the Construction Superconference in Las Vegas, NV
- September 2014 - Sara Bryant will be a Panelist at the Boston Bar Association lunch: Alternative Dispute Resolution for Construction Cases
- May 2013 - Sara Bryant to speak at Integrated Project Delivery, Massachusetts Hospital Association, 7th Annual Hopsital Construction Conference
- May 2009 - Sara Bryant to present at Professional Women in Construction, CT on Integrated Project Delivery
- October 2014 - Construction Law Seminar: NEW RETAINAGE LAW Effective November 6, 2014
- MHA: 7th Annual Hospital Construction Conference
- CLE Seminar: Introduction to Mechanic's Lien Law
Contact: Michael J. Donnelly
Contact: Andrew G. Wailgum, Chair
For more than 60 years, Murtha Cullina has been recognized as a legal leader in the construction industry. Murtha’s clients reflect a broad cross-section of companies and individuals who play significant roles in ensuring a project’s success. They include:
• Public and private owners
• Developers
• Lenders
• General contractors
• Construction managers
• Architects
• Engineers
• Subcontractors
• Material suppliers
• Condominium associations
Clients rely on the practice’s deep industry knowledge, collaborative approach and unwavering focus on their needs when difficult issues arise. But most importantly, they appreciate how Murtha’s construction lawyers offer creative ways to arrive at solutions — and do so in an efficient, economical manner. When complex matters cross traditional practice lines, we seamlessly draw on the talents of other Murtha colleagues with extensive experience in areas such as labor and employment, financing, mergers and acquisitions, corporate law or other legal disciplines.
Murtha’s construction team provides a full range of legal services that encompass virtually all phases of the construction process:
• Development of initial project concepts
• Land acquisition and permitting
• Financing
• Contract negotiation
• Preparation of bid and contract documents
• Bid protests
• Construction administration
• Claims preparation
• Negotiation
• Mediation, arbitration and litigation
• Final project closeout
The depth of experience our Construction Group brings to the table is underscored by the wide range of projects our clients have undertaken. We have provided legal counsel on public and private endeavors in both the U.S. and in other countries around the world. Included among these projects are:
• Commercial
• Residential
• Recreational (stadiums and arenas)
• Military
• Educational
• Health care
• Retail
• Heavy construction
• Infrastructure
• Historic
• Manufacturing
• Hotel
• Airport
We understand the challenges our clients face every day: the rising cost of materials; the uncertainty of availability due to supply chain issues; recruiting and maintaining talent; and managing risk. By staying abreast of these issues, and helping clients take proactive actions to mitigate threats, we strive to serve as trusted partners who are vested in their success. Our ability to keep on top of the latest trends is enhanced by our active participation in numerous trade groups, such as the Associated General Contractors of Massachusetts, Professional Women in Construction, the Connecticut Construction Industries Association and the American Bar Association’s Forum on Construction Law. Our lawyers regularly share their insights on industry developments and regulations through speaking engagements, panel discussions and articles. Murtha’s stature within the legal community is also demonstrated by the fact our lawyers are frequently asked to serve as arbitrators, mediators and masters in complex construction disputes.
Expand the topics below to learn more about the capabilities and services offered by Murtha’s Construction Group.
+ Drafting and Negotiating Bid and Contract Documents
We prepare and negotiate all forms of complex design and construction agreements, including lump-sum, cost plus, design-build and fast-track contracts. Often these contract documents are included in a project’s bid package. Our lawyers are skilled in the risk allocation process, a crucial element of every agreement.
+ Project Administration Assistance
Our construction team’s experience is an invaluable component during the actual building process. We frequently conduct seminars for our clients highlighting important contractual and statutory provisions and procedures. Throughout the term of the project, we assist clients by analyzing and interpreting contracts, planning and taking steps to resolve issues, and preserving claims or defenses. We are well-versed on insurance issues and programs, including the Owner-Controlled Insurance Program and the Contractor-Controlled Insurance Program. We have the experience to handle construction insurance disputes in the event an insurer declines coverage and/or defense or issues a reservation of rights letter. We also assist our clients in the myriad of issues involving mechanic’s lien rights.
+ Claims
A significant portion of our practice involves the preparation and presentation, as well as the defense, of complex construction claims. Our lawyers have extensive experience with claims involving changes, unanticipated subsurface conditions, defective work, delays, suspensions, interference, acceleration, defective design documents, damages and other issues.
+ Litigation/Alternative Dispute Resolution
Our lawyers prepare and try cases in the federal district courts, state trial courts and other administrative bodies. We are well-equipped to handle any appeals that may result from such trials. We have been in the forefront of alternate dispute resolution, including arbitration, mediation dispute resolution boards, mini-trials, partnering and settlement negotiations for all types of U.S. and international construction claims. We also serve as arbitrators, mediators and masters in complex construction disputes, providing us with a unique insight into the decision-maker’s perspective.
+ Surety Law
Our lawyers recognize the importance of bonds in the construction industry. We advise owners and contractors on bid, payment, performance and mechanic’s lien bond issue. We also advise and assist our clients in their relationships with surety companies. In addition, we have extensive experience with surety company indemnity agreements, including defending claims brought under these agreements.
+ Complex Case Management
All construction projects are complex, regardless of the project’s dollar value. To deliver cost-effective legal services, we have developed methods for document and information organization so that data can be retrieved quickly and efficiently. Our lawyers can employ early case assessment and budgeting techniques to assist clients in managing and controlling litigation expenses.
+ Condominium Association Representation
Murtha’s Construction Group includes lawyers with experience in condominium association construction disputes, defective work, negligence and Chapter 93A violations. Our experience includes representing developers and condominium associations in cases against their general contractors, developers and affiliated management companies. Because of our team’s experience in defending contractors, we are better equipped to prosecute and defend all types of claims involving condominium construction.
Representative Matters
- Successfully defeated a $5 million claim asserted by an Owner against a Contractor and obtained a judgment in favor of the Contractor for wrongful termination and unfair business practice which included recovery of attorneys’ fees.
- Successfully defended Construction Manager against a $30 million+ claim asserted by an Owner for an allegedly defective estimate.
- Represented a Construction Manager in negotiation of a $200 million+ museum renovation and addition at a major New England University.
- Represented a regional bank in connection with arranging completion of all infrastructure work associated with a 34-home sub-division including roads, drainage, detention basins and utilities after borrower defaulted. Obtained all approvals necessary to acquire a complete release from the town and to have the roadways accepted as public ways.
- Brought claims on behalf of condominium associations against developers, contractors, and condominium management companies for construction defects and successfully overcame statute of limitations and economic loss defenses to negotiate settlements in excess of $1.6 million.
- Successfully asserted Contractor's mechanic's lien rights against Developer for $2 million in contract balances.
- Served as special construction counsel to a large non-profit organization in the design and construction of its new $80 million headquarters facility in Massachusetts; drafted and negotiated the design and construction contracts, including a contract with the completing construction manager after the original construction manager defaulted, and advised the organization on claims by subcontractors.
- Represented Design-Builder in $300+ million NFL Stadium in drafting and negotiating contract documents and successful resolution of all disputes.
- Drafting of subcontract and other forms for numerous Contractor clients.
- Drafting of form of contract documents for a major commercial developer.
- Represented Developer in negotiation of Architect and Construction Management Agreements for $200+ million laboratory buildings nationwide.
- Represented Construction Manager in negotiation of $400+ million Construction Management Agreement in connection with Connecticut casino expansion.
- Represented Construction Manager in successful negotiation of a termination for convenience of a $200+ million project in Boston, Massachusetts.
- Represented Construction Manager in negotiation of contracts and counseling for major projects at Logan International Airport, T.F. Green Airport and Nantucket Airport.
- Represented Construction Manager in negotiation of a $225+ million law school project at a major New England University.
- Represented Contractor in successful mediation involving resolution of multiple claims in an 8-party dispute involving residential condominiums.
- Represented a Construction Manager in the negotiation and construction of a $200+ million condominium project in Boston, Massachusetts.
- Represented Owner in connection with the negotiation and construction of phased renovations to a major Boston hotel.
- Successfully moved to dismiss lawsuit brought by Subcontractor against Owner for payment and successfully dismissed fraud and consumer protection counts brought against General Contractor.
- Representing a prime contractor which specializes in renovation and conversion of historic buildings, in drafting and negotiating contracts, and in disputes with owners, subcontractors and suppliers.
- Representing a bridge and road contractor in public bid disputes, contract negotiations, claims, and arbitration, mediation, and litigation of disputes.
- Representing a manufacturer of roofing materials in contract drafting and interpretation, claims preparation and perfection, and in mediation, arbitration, and litigation of disputes.
- Murtha Cullina Ranked as a “Best Law Firm” in 30 Categories by the 2023 Edition of U.S. News Best Lawyers
- 37 Murtha Cullina Attorneys Receive 2023 Best Lawyers in America Recognitions
- June 22, 2022 - MA Appeals Court: Contractor's Pay Applications Deemed Approved for Owner's Failure to Comply with Prompt Pay Law
- May 16, 2022 - Murtha Cullina LLP Recognized by Chambers USA
- Murtha Addresses Coronavirus/COVID-19
- May 21, 2021 - Murtha Cullina LLP Recognized by Chambers USA
- January 6, 2021 - Construction Group News: Trial Court Strictly Construes Massachusetts Prompt Pay Law Against Owner
- May 18, 2020 - Construction Group News: Massachusetts Allows All Construction to Proceed Effective May 18, 2020, Provided There's Compliance with Mandatory Safety Standards
- April 1, 2020 - Construction Group News: Massachusetts COVID-19 Response: Governor Baker's 3-31-20 Order Narrows Definition of Essential Services to Limit Permitted Construction Activities
- March 26, 2020 - Construction Group News: Massachusetts COVID-19 Response: Governor Baker Issues Guidance for Construction as “Essential Services”
- March 10, 2020 - Construction Group News: Another Thing To Prepare For ... Covid-19's Impact on the Global Supply Chain
- October 10, 2019 - Sara P. Bryant Appointed President of Boston Chapter of Professional Women in Construction
- July 3, 2019 - Murtha Cullina Wins Jury Trial in City of Hartford Dunkin' Donuts Park Lawsuit
- February 14, 2019 - Sara P. Bryant Named Vice President Of Boston Chapter of Professional Women in Construction
- November 16, 2018 - Construction Practice Group Recognized in 2019 U.S. News & World Report - Best Lawyers “Best Law Firm” Report
- July 26, 2018 - Sara P. Bryant Receives “Top Women of Law” Award From Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly
- June 21, 2018 - Construction Group News: Contractor's Intentional and Material Breach of Contract Does Not Automatically Bar Claim For Work Performed
- February 6, 2018 - Patricia A. DeAngelis Joins Business and Finance Department
- January 2, 2018 - Construction Group News: Extremely Clear Pay-If-Paid Clause is Enforced
- November 17, 2017 - Can a CCIP Provide Workers' Compensation Immunity for Claims by Injured Employees of Subcontractors?
- June 28, 2017 - Construction Law Group Represents City of Hartford In Successful Completion of Baseball Stadium Project
- April 10, 2017 - Insurance Recovery Group News: Ambiguous Policy Costs Insurer $13.5 Million In Power Plant Explosion
- April 6, 2017 - Andrew Wailgum quoted in Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly on a "No-Damages-For-Delay" Clause Construction Contract Case
- January 2017 - Private Arbitration Appellate Procedures: An Upgrade or Further Blurring the Line between Litigation and Arbitration?
- January 17, 2017 - Construction Group News: Your corporate real estate is held by a separate LLC, so it's protected, right? Maybe Not...
- November 1, 2016 - Construction Group News: What Happens in Mediation Stays in Mediation
- August 16, 2016 - Construction Group News: Private Parties Powerless to Expand Scope of Court's Review of Arbitrator's Decision
- June 23, 2016 - Construction Law Group News: Veteran-Owned Contractors: SCOTUS Reaffirms the “Rule of Two,” which is Good for You!
- May 10, 2016 - Construction Law Group News: General Contractor's false certifications bar it from any recovery from Owner
- January 26, 2016 - Construction Group News: Arbitrators' Award of Attorney's Fees Thrown Out Because the Parties' Agreement Did Not Provide for It
- January 13, 2016 - Leslie P. King Joins Litigation Department
- January 13, 2016 - Construction Group News: Home Improvement Contractor Liable Under MGL c. 93A for Building Code Violations Despite Owner Directing Contractor to Perform Work in that Manner
- January 4, 2016 - Construction Group News: Contractor Terminated by Owner Can Sue Architect for Interference
- November 24, 2015 - Construction Group News: Workers Cannot Recover Lost Wages from Contractor Responsible for Explosion that Shut Down Project
- October 22, 2015 - Construction Group News: MA Appeals Court Ruling: Contractor Justified Not Paying Subcontractor That Refused To Perform Work
- September 14, 2015 - Construction Group News: SJC decides Coghlin Case in Favor of Construction Managers: Owner Impliedly Warrants the Plans and Specs for CM at Risk Project
- July 14, 2015 - Construction Group News: Court Issues Decision on Application of New Massachusetts Earned Sick Time Law to Employees Governed by CBAs
- June 22, 2015 - Construction Law Group News - Thinking of Using a Drone on Your Construction Project? Think Twice.
- May 11, 2015 - Construction Group News: 2 Examples of Why Your Contract Language Matters
- March 25, 2015 - A Cautionary Tale for Penny Bidding - Construction Law Group News
- March 2, 2015 - Construction Law Group - Important New Court Decision for Owners and Contractors
- September 2014 - New OSHA Notice Rules and List of Exempt Industries Take Effect January 1, 2015
- August 25, 2014 - MBC Women's Network Celebrates First Anniversary
- August 2014 - An Ounce of Prevention: A Guide for Combating Fraud in Construction
- August 2014 - Construction Law Group News: New Massachusetts Law Limits Retainage on Private Projects
- July 2014 - Construction Group News: Supreme Court Finds Duty to Defend in Law School Library Case
- Construction Group News - July 2014
- June 2014 - Construction Law Group News: Insurance 101 for Contractors: What You Should Know, Part 5 of 5-Part Series
- April 2014 - Construction Law Group News
- Construction Law Group News February 2014
- Contractor Cannot Sue DCAM Seeking Money Damages for Denial of Certification - Construction Law Group News
- News from The Construction Law Group - Maury Lederman Now Available To Serve As Mediator
- Construction Law Group News - Insurance 101 for Contractors: What You Should Know - Part 3
- Construction Law Group News: Insurance 101 for Contractors - What You Should Know - Part 2
- Insurance 101 for Contractors - What You Should Know
- Connecticut Supreme Court Clarifies the Scope of Coverage of CGL Policies
- Construction Law Group News
- Coverage May Be Available For Subcontractor's Work Under CGL Policy
- Construction Law Group News - January 2013
- EPA’s New Policy Expected to Lower Disposal Costs for PCB-Contaminated Building Materials
- Construction Law Group News, November 2012
- Construction Law Group News - May 2012
- Construction Law Group News - March 2012
- 13 Tips for Workplace Email: Construction Law Group News - January 2012
- Construction Law Group News, November 2011
- Michael J. Donnelly Wins Award from AGC of Connecticut
- Construction Law Group News, September 2011
- Tenant's Contractor Entitled to Lien Against Owner's Property
- The Attorney General Finalizes Emergency Regulations and Issues Guidance Interpreting the New Open Meeting Law
- Recent Connecticut Public Acts Impacting the Construction Industry
- Massachusetts Adopts a Prompt-Pay Law for Private Construction Projects
- Construction Law Group News, June 2010
- The New Due Diligence: PCBs in Building Materials
- Minimizing Risk for General Contractors in These Challenging Economic Times
- Loni S. Gardner and Derek T. Werner Elected to the Executive Committee of the CBA Young Lawyers Section
- September 1, 2008 - New State Law Requires Protection of Social Security Numbers and Other Personal Information
- Driving While on the Cell Phone: Could Your Company be Held Liable for Your Employee's Accident?
- June, 2021 - Sara Bryant was a speaker on "Understanding Massachusetts Prompt Pay Act" at the Boston Bar Association.
- February 9, 2021 - CBA CLE: Construction Coverage for Owners and Contractors
- May, 2020 - Sara Bryant served as a panelist on "Top Ten Return-To-Work FAQs" at the Associated General Contractors of Massachusetts.
- September 27, 2019 - Leslie King Presenting on Practice+ Panel on Contemporary Architectural Practice at MIT
- May 1, 2019 - Andrew Wailgum to present "Key Issues in Negotiating Subcontracts" at a seminar for the Associated General Contractors of Massachusetts
- April, 2019 - Sara Bryant presented "Risk Toolkit Series" at the Associated General Contractors of Massachusetts.
- April 27, 2017 - Andrew Wailgum to participate in panel on "Risky Business in the Construction Industry, Identifying and Overcoming Business Blind Spots”
- September 21, 2016 - Leslie P. King presenting program on school security in design for CBA Construction Law Section
- December 2014 - Sara Bryant to present "An Ounce of Prevention: A Guide for Combating Fraud in Construction" at the Construction Superconference in Las Vegas, NV
- September 2014 - Sara Bryant will be a Panelist at the Boston Bar Association lunch: Alternative Dispute Resolution for Construction Cases
- May 2013 - Sara Bryant to speak at Integrated Project Delivery, Massachusetts Hospital Association, 7th Annual Hopsital Construction Conference
- May 2009 - Sara Bryant to present at Professional Women in Construction, CT on Integrated Project Delivery
- October 2014 - Construction Law Seminar: NEW RETAINAGE LAW Effective November 6, 2014
- MHA: 7th Annual Hospital Construction Conference
- CLE Seminar: Introduction to Mechanic's Lien Law