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Gabrielle E. Espy focuses her practice on representing corporations and individual clients across a wide variety of matters, including business, construction, real estate, and contract disputes.. Gabrielle has in-depth knowledge and experience handling matters involving commercial and residential construction, mechanics’ and materialmen’s liens, property rights, property boundary disputes, easements, buyer-seller disputes, landlord/tenant disputes, bank and tax foreclosures, title clearing, condominium and homeowners’ associations, creditor-rights and collections, and bankruptcies.. Gabrielle approaches litigation with an abundance of care, recognizing that lawsuits can present a great deal of stress for those involved. With experience counseling prominent Fortune 500 companies to small business owners on an array of matters, she knows the importance of prioritizing transparency and keeping clients well informed throughout all steps of the case. Gabrielle is committed to understanding her clients’ objectives and devises strategies unique to each client to achieve those objectives in an efficient manner.. Gabrielle was raised in Decatur, Georgia. She graduated from Washington & Lee University in 2013 with a dual Bachelor of Arts degree in History and Music. While at Washington & Lee, she served as the President of Generals Interested in Legal Studies, Chair of the Alpha Delta Pi Scholarship Committee, as well as a member of the university orchestra and blue grass ensemble. Gabrielle earned her Juris Doctor degree from the University of Georgia School of Law in 2016. While at UGA Law, Ms. Espy served on the Editorial Board of the Journal of Intellectual Property Law, as President of the Labor and Employment Law Association, Vice President of the Georgia Society for International and Comparative Law, and as an organizer of UGA’s Take Back the Night, a fundraiser for The Cottage and Project Safe.

After over 30 years of experience representing clients in construction and complex business litigation matters, I am excited about offering my services as a mediator.  While I will continue representing clients in litigation and counseling them regarding construction and business matters, I am devoting a significant portion of my practice to helping parties resolve their civil disputes in mediation.. I am registered with the Georgia Office of Dispute Resolution.  I have experience mediating cases involving construction, contracts, employment, and real estate matters.  I also have experise helping parties with domestic relations disputes.

Paul graduated from Duquesne University School of Law, magna cum laude, and practices in the areas of family and criminal law.  While representing family law clients, Paul has handled all types of cases, ranging from support and custody through divorce and PFAs.  As Allegheny County Appointed Defense Counsel, Paul has represented clients in hundreds of support contempt hearings where the obligor faces the possibility of incarceration.  He has also represented criminal defendants accused of offenses ranging from summary violations through felony charges and appeals to the Superior Court.  Paul is a veteran and current member of the Pennsylvania Army National Guard.. Education B.S., Information Science, University of Pittsburgh. J.D. Duquesne University School of Law. Admissions Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. United States District Court for the Western District of Pennsylvania. Affiliations Allegheny County Bar Association ACBA Criminal Law Section ACBA Family Law Section

Christopher L. Pope joined the Pavese Law Firm in 2012 and became a partner in the Firm in 2018. Mr. Pope is Florida Bar Board Certified in both Condominium and Planned Development Law; and Construction Law (Board certification is the highest level of recognition by the Florida Bar for the competency and experience of a lawyer practicing in a specialty area). He primarily focuses his practice in the areas of Condominium and Homeowners’ Association Law; Construction Law; and Real Estate.. He represents and advises clients, including top national homebuilders, contractors, developers, commercial associations, homeowners’ and condominium associations, and individuals on a wide range of issues, including, but not limited to, the following:. Condominium and Homeowners’ Association, and Planned Development Law. General legal counsel regarding the statutes, rules, and regulations for community associations in FloridaDrafting, interpreting, and amending community association governing documents, including Declarations, Articles of Incorporation, Bylaws, Rules and Regulations, and Architectural Review GuidelinesCovenants EnforcementDrafting and negotiating contracts with vendors and contractorsCollection of association assessments and fees, including lien enforcement and foreclosureCondominium and homeowners’ association litigation and alternative dispute resolutionDisputes arising from maintenance and repair of common areasAdministrative representation before the Florida Department of Business and Professional RegulationPreservation and revitalization of covenants under Florida Marketable Record Title Act (MRTA)Common area improvements (clubhouse and golf course renovations, boat docks, and other improvements)Construction Law. Preparing and filing construction liens and statutory notices, including Notices of Commencement, Notices to Owner, and lien waivers and releases for compliance with Chapter 713, Florida StatutesDrafting and reviewing construction contracts, including AIA, EJCDC, and Consensus DocumentsContract and Change Order negotiationAdministrative representation in licensure and permitting mattersConstruction lendingNotices of construction defects under Chapter 558, Florida StatutesConstruction-related litigation and arbitration (lien foreclosure and priority; prompt payment; change order disputes; retainage disputes; surety claims; delay claims; warranty and defect claims)Public and private bond claimsReal Estate. Residential and commercial real estate closingsPreparing and negotiating leases from both landlord and tenant perspectives1031 ExchangesContract negotiation and disputesLandlord and tenant disputesSelf-Directed IRAsPrior to practicing law, Mr. Pope worked as an Area Construction Manager for one of the nation’s largest homebuilders where he managed and directed construction for master planned golf course communities, some with build-outs of 5,000 homes. He has also managed condominium rehabilitations, underground utility installations, and site work. Because of this experience, Mr. Pope has a unique insight into the client’s perspective on community association, construction, and real estate matters.. Mr. Pope obtained his undergraduate degree in Business Administration from Auburn University, where he majored in Management of Information Systems. He then went on to obtain his Juris Doctor and Diploma in Civil Law from Louisiana State University. Mr. Pope also holds a Master of Laws in Taxation from the Boston University School of Law.. Mr. Pope is a member of the Florida Bar and the Lee County Bar Association, and a past member of the American Inns of Court (Calusa Chapter).. Representative Experience. Represented a Fortune 500 Company during the construction closeout of its global headquartersRepresented a major sub-contractor in successfully negotiating resolution of a payment dispute involving the general contractor and the Florida Department of TransportationHas successfully completed Covenants Revitalization for 15 homeowners’ associations since 2015Represented a homeowners’ association in the acquisition of a golf course, restaurant, and other amenities and improvements.

Jim Prichard co-chairs the Ball Janik LLP construction law practice, and is a member of the firm's management committee.  Jim was named one of the Portland Business Journal's "Forty Under 40" for 2015, and has been recognized in Super Lawyers magazine since 2010.. Jim has a broad construction practice, including all forms of payment and performance dispute resolution, contract drafting and negotiation, and public project and government contract issues.  He is perhaps best known for representing property owners in complex residential and commercial construction defect and property damage disputes.  He has recovered nearly $250,000,000 for his clients, and has successfully tried construction defect cases to juries in Oregon and Washington.. Jim handles commercial litigation matters and represents policy holders on insurance matters.  He also provides general counsel to businesses including developers, commercial property owners and operators, managers and brokers, contractors, design professionals, suppliers and manufacturers.. Additionally, Jim has a growing community association law practice.  He provides general counsel to community associations in Oregon and Washington, and handles collections.  Jim also handles litigation matters, with a concentration on real estate and governing document disputes, construction defects, and insurance coverage.. Jim is licensed to practice law in Oregon, Washington and California, and handles select matters throughout the United States.  He is currently handling several multi-million dollar disputes in Utah and Florida.. In 2013, Jim created a private foundation called Shelter Oregon, which supports organizations that provide (1) shelter and services to homeless families, (2) affordable housing and services to needy families, and (3) shelter and care for animals.  Shelter Oregon is an Oregon non-profit corporation, and recognized by the IRS as a charitable organization.  Contact Jim to learn more about Shelter Oregon.

Contracts and construction law.. I'm Joseph, an attorney serving Washington and Oregon. If you are looking for an outstanding attorney to help you with an issue related to contracts, landlord-tenant, consumer protection, or construction, visit me at . If you have a question about whether I practice the type of law your issue requires, reach out to me and I'll let you know. If I can't help you, I may be able to provide you with a referral to an attorney or clinic who can help you.. About Me: Before I became a lawyer, I grew up all over the U.S. My family worked in construction, and I did as well starting at age 14. I started as a laborer and eventually became a project manager on complex multi-million-dollar public works projects. Dealing with all of the complexities of modern public works projects is what inspired me to go to law school.. While in law school I excelled in commercial law and finished as the number one student in my contracts and transactional drafting classes. I finished third overall in my class in law school, and afterward I worked at the Washington Supreme Court where I drafted numerous precedential opinions as a judicial law clerk.. I started my own practice to provide excellent representation in contract and construction litigation and transactional solutions to help contractors manage their risk. I love working with the great people of Washington and Oregon.. I hope we are able to work together soon!. Best regards,

When you need someone to go to bat for you, you can count on me to deliver. I know that disputes don’t occur in a vacuum and that there are reasons for the position you are taking.  You and your business are my primary interest and, together, we’ll develop a strategy focused on your goals. It’s my job to resolve disputes, in a manner that works for you, so that you can get back to your business. After all, the law is a set of rules, and sometimes you need a person to enforce those rules. People I work with say that I am: Attentive —I ask questions and listen, mindful of your objectives to ensure all critical points are covered. Concise —I get to the point and focus on the issue at hand. I don’t waste time on details that are irrelevant or unhelpful. Tenacious —I’ll give your problem the attention that I would give my own, with unwavering determination and dedication. As an Eagle Scout, I know the meaning of dogged preparation.

Bio:. I am a trial attorney and seasoned litigator with offices in Boston and MetroWest, focused on construction disputes, commercial lease issues, construction defects (both commercial and residential), delay claims, Prompt Pay Act claims, cumulative impact claims, business litigation, non-disclosure and non-compete agreements, mechanic’s liens, employment disputes, shareholder conflicts, insurance coverage disputes, and personal injury cases.. With deep experience as both a negotiator and courtroom advocate, I represent plaintiffs and defendants in litigation, contract negotiations, partnership disputes, and claims against insurance brokers. My practice centers on employment, contract, and construction-related matters.. Client service is my top priority. I am known for being responsive and accessible—promptly returning calls and emails—and for treating every case with the focus and respect it deserves. Whether securing courtroom victories or negotiating favorable contract terms, I am committed to achieving practical, high-value outcomes.. Notable Results:. December 2024 – Convinced the Superior Court to vacate an arbitrator’s award under the Massachusetts Prompt Pay Act, overturning an unfavorable decision. This rare win highlights my ability to challenge arbitration outcomes in complex construction disputes.. January 2024 – Achieved a major arbitration victory for a subcontractor in a construction dispute featured in Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly. Defeated a general contractor’s effort to withhold over $700,000, prevailing on Prompt Pay Act and change order claims after multi-day proceedings.. March 2022 – Won summary judgment in U.S. District Court in a $15 million dispute over a liquidated damages clause. Successfully argued the clause was unenforceable, allowing counterclaims for unpaid work. Cover story in Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly (March 25, 2022).. June 2018 – Dissolved a mechanic’s lien in Massachusetts Superior Court based on improper recording under G.L. c. 254. This win for the homeowner was the cover story in Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly (June 25, 2018).. Recent Jury Trial – Successfully defended a snowplow company in a Middlesex Superior Court slip-and-fall case during a blizzard. The jury returned a defense verdict in under an hour.. Contract Negotiation – Negotiated a promotional partnership for Polkadog Bakery with a celebrity foundation, securing monthly social media exposure to millions of followers in exchange for pet treat donations.. Injury & Construction Settlements – Recovered millions in settlements for construction workers and others injured in workplace accidents, car crashes, and catastrophic personal injury cases.. Approach:. Whether drafting contracts or trying cases, I leverage my litigation background to anticipate risks and deliver proactive legal solutions. I am a tenacious, prepared, and results-driven advocate in and out of the courtroom.. Awards & Recognition:. Best Lawyers in America, 2020–2024 (Commercial Litigation, Construction Litigation, Personal Injury). Top Lawyers for Construction Law, Boston Magazine, 2022 & 2024. BTI Consulting Group Client Service All-Star, 2022-2023. Massachusetts Super Lawyers, 2013–2024 (Boston Magazine). AV Preeminent Rating, Martindale-Hubbell. Perfect 10.0 Rating, Avvo. Leadership & Speaking Engagements:. I serve on the Executive Committee of the Massachusetts Defense Lawyers Association and chair its Construction Law Committee. I am the incoming Chair of the Massachusetts Bar Association’s Real Estate Development and Construction Law Committee for the 2025–2026 term. I am also the past Chair of the International Association of Defense Counsel's Construction Law and Litigation Committee (2022-2024).. A frequent lecturer, I’ve presented on a range of topics, including construction delay claims, out-of-state discovery, Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 93A, trial tactics, and the use of expert witnesses in civil litigation. I’ve spoken at law schools, MCLE, the International Association of Defense Counsel's Annual and Midyear Meetings, and the National Institute for Trial Advocacy.

Tiffany Burress is a family law, personal injury and entertainment & sports attorney licensed in New Jersey and New York. She is available to assist you in family law matters involving divorce, child support, child custody, visitation rights, grandparents’ rights, alimony, paternity, domestic violence, adoption, marriage, separation, annulment, or pre-nuptial agreements. As a personal injury attorney, Ms. Burress can assist you if you are a victim of an auto accident, motorcycle or truck accident, defective product issue or premises liability caused by someone else’s negligence. As an entertainment and sports attorney, Ms. Burress is available to advise recording artists, talent (actors /actresses), professional athletes, etc. Ms. Burress and her husband, Plaxico Burress, have two young children. She earned her J.D. from Duquesne University School of Law.

Daniella Gordon defends clients who are facing criminal charges.  She also represents businesses and individuals in civil commercial disputes and employment related matters, with a focus on the construction industry. Ms. Gordon serves on the Board of Directors for the Association of the Federal Bar of New Jersey. She is a past Board member for the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, and is a Past Chair of the Construction Section of the New Jersey State Bar Association.. In her criminal defense practice, Ms. Gordon represents clients at all stages of litigation, from negotiating pleas, downgrades, and dismissals prior to indictment, through to trial.  She has defended clients charged with all range of criminal matters - from street crime to white collar fraud.  Ms. Gordon's criminal defense background sets her apart from most commercial litigators in dealing with allegations of business and procurement fraud in civil disputes.  She has represented numerous businesses and individuals in connection with government investigations for false claims.. Ms. Gordon's civil practice focuses on complex commerical construction litigation. She regularly represents businesses before courts throughout New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and in the United States Court of Federal Claims. Ms. Gordon has represented owners, developers, sureties and all tiers of contractors in a range of disputes, including construction defect claims, damages for delay, differing site conditions, professional negligence, bid protests and injunctions.  Ms. Gordon regularly speaks on construction issues throughout New Jersey.

I put myself through school working as a laborer in the construction industry so I have a better understading of what actually takes place on construction projects.  I have been working in construction law my entire career for 39 years and know the law and industry very well.  I have helped General Contractors, Developers, Subcontractors, Material Suppliers and Owners with their construction contracts and issues arising during or after construction and am very well versed with Mechanic's Lien Law.

Although our practice specializes in representing contractors, I have been an active trial attorney throughout my twenty plus years of practice.  I have taken over twenty cases to a jury verdict..  I have had numerous bench trials.  I also have had an active appellate practice with three published cases (see below) in varied areas of practice.  I have obtained two, million dollar verdicts for clients.  I also speak Dutch fluently, was born in the Netherlands and also speak some Spanish and German, not fluently but passably.  My husband and I practice together in a small office setting.. Professional Activities:. President, Western San Bernardino County Bar Association, 1993, California State Bar Conference of Delegates, Chair, Calendar Coordinating Committee, Chair Resolutions Committee, Vice-Chair, Executive Committee, Member, American Bar Association. Published Cases:. WSS Industrial, Inc. v Great West Contractors, Inc.  (California Contractor's License Law  Decision); 162 581, 76 8 (2008). Knupfer v Lindblade (In re Thomas Dyer) (Creditor's Right to Repayment of Purchase Money for Home) 322 F. 3d 1178 (9th Cir. 2003). In re Marriage of Biallas (move away custody case); 65 Cal. 755, 76 Cal. Rptr. 2d 717(4th Dist. 1998)