Zetlin & De Chiara LLP has a singular focus- Construction Law. The firm advocates on behalf of and protects the interests, ri ... ghts and reputations of architects, engineers, real estate owners, developers and contractors. The firm has the technical knowledge of the unique challenges inherent in building in America’s cities, an understanding of the projects’ players and their responsibilities and the chops to solve the massive disputes that inevitably occur. Our attorneys achieve the best possible outcomes, in part, because we have education and backgrounds in engineering, architecture as well as in-house construction firm experience. In its 26th year, Zetlin & De Chiara has built a formidable reputation for being at the center of the construction of the most complex and often iconic projects on the national and sometimes international landscape. The firm negotiates construction and design contracts for: cultural, educational and healthcare institutions; infrastructure projects, commercial and governmental buildings; corporate campuses; residential towers; and retail establishments. Where there are multi-million dollar projects, there are even larger disputes. The unfortunate reality is that projects experience problems. For example, construction defects are discovered, schedules are overrun, materials cost more than estimated and overall costs escalate. In and out of court and in alternative dispute resolution forums, Zetlin & De Chiara has an extraordinary track record for resolving “bet the company” litigation. read more