Best Lawyers in Pennsylvania, United States for Construction Law

Bruce W. Ficken chairs the firm’s Construction Law group and is a recognized authority in representing clients in construction and commercial litigation, as well as managing risk in construction projects. As lead counsel he has successfully conducted more than 60 major trials in the United States and in international arbitrations. He has also helped numerous owners and developers with contract documentation, contract and project administration, and dispute avoidance and resolution. Bruc...

Audrey K. Kwak is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Construction Law and Litigation - Construction. Audrey K., who practices law in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Audrey K. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Area of Emphasis David White is a shareholder in the Firm’s Construction, Litigation, and Energy and Natural Resources groups. Mr. White’s construction experience includes representing contractors, subcontractors, design engineers and project owners in disputes involving gas pipelines and compressor stations, steel mills, roads, retaining walls, industrial furnaces, airports, shopping centers and retail complexes, underground utilities, hospitals, commercial buildings, schools, an...

Matt represents public school districts and school entities as solicitor, labor counsel, and special counsel. He also serves private sector clients predominantly in general commercial litigation, most frequently in construction-related disputes. Education Law: Matt currently serves as solicitor for various school entities throughout Western Pennsylvania, including several public school districts and vocational-technical schools. As solicitor for these entities, his experience includes: Review...

Matthew Lautman is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Construction Law and Litigation - Construction. Matthew, who practices law in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Matthew is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Jacob Mellor is an attorney with Scotti Law Group PC in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, representing clients in Construction Law and Litigation - Construction matters. His practice includes construction and commercial litigation , with experience advising architects, engineers, contractors, and property owners ranging from small businesses to multi-national companies. Mr. Mellor assists clients with construction contracts, project-related agreements, dispute resolution, and litigation strategy. He ...

Jeffery R. Mullen is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Construction Law. Jeffery R., who practices law in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Jeffery R. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Megan Shannon is a litigator with diverse experience in public records litigation, insurance coverage, and commercial litigation. In her public records practice, Megan represents businesses and individuals seeking information from government agencies. She advises a range of clients, including contractors looking for insight into the government bidding process. Megan has helped clients navigate state public records laws as well as the Federal Freedom of Information Act (FOIA). She has represen...

Ryan McCarthy is an attorney who practices from the firm's Southpointe, Pennsylvania office. His work is primarily focused on legal research in support of the Bowles Rice Construction Law group. Ryan's experience includes a wide variety of practice areas, including estate planning, environmental law and mining law. A 2013 graduate of the University of Pittsburgh School of Law, he is licensed to practice in Pennsylvania.

Thomas Finnegan is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Construction Law and Product Liability Litigation - Defendants. Thomas, who practices law in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Thomas is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Jonathan M. Ciriello is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation, Construction Law and Insurance Law. Jonathan M., who practices law in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, has been recognized since 2021. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Jonathan M. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Sean Ryan has dedicated his career to serving design, construction and real estate professionals. In the construction sphere, he works closely with his architect, engineer and contractor clients to negotiate complex contracts, seek to mitigate potential risk and provide guidance throughout the entire project life cycle. Sean additionally represents these professionals against design and construction defect, delay, and professional liability claims and in the prosecution of fee collection case...

Timur Dikec is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation, Construction Law, Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants, Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants, Municipal Law and Product Liability Litigation - Defendants. Timur, who practices law in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, has been recognized since 2022. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Timur is held by other top lawyers in...