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Katz Law

I’ve represented general contractors, subcontractors, owners, and suppliers in the construction industry for over 17+ years. If you’re looking for help filing (or defending) a mechanic’s lien, placing a claim against a payment bond, filing a lawsuit or arbitration demand, or encountering a payment or other construction related emergency, please schedule a free 15-minute consultation with me, today.

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Maryland Mechanics Liens: What Property Owners Need to Do When a Lien Is Filed

Learn what property owners must do when a Maryland mechanics lien is filed, including urgent deadlines, key defenses, and strategies to protect your property.

How the Construction Arbitration Process Works in Maryland and Washington, DC

Learn how construction arbitration works and why contractors and project stakeholders in Maryland and Washington, DC use it to resolve disputes efficiently and confidentially.

Understanding Construction Arbitration: A Practical Guide for Contractors and Project Stakeholders in Maryland and Washington, DC

Learn how construction arbitration works and why contractors and project stakeholders in Maryland and Washington, DC use it to resolve disputes efficiently and confidentially.

When Do Subcontractors Have the Right to Stop Work?

When Do Subcontractors Have the Right to Stop Work? Maryland/D.C. Construction Lawyer Joe Katz explains in detail…

Construction Mediation: An Efficient Alternative to Construction Disputes

Category: Construction MediationConstruction Mediation: An Efficient Alternative to Construction DisputesConstruction projects can be quite large in scope, requiring the careful coordination of multiple parties to complete project deliverables on-time and on-budget....

Maryland Mechanic’s Lien Loophole: Court Rules that Contract Price is Not The Ceiling on Lien Claims

This article covers a Maryland Court Ruling on a Mechanic’s Lien Loophole, written by Construction Attorney, Joe Katz….

Maryland & Washington D.C.’s Mechanic’s Lien Process

Category: Mechanic's LiensMaryland & Washington D.C.'s Mechanic's Lien ProcessA mechanic’s lien is used to secure payment due on a construction project. As stated in my previous article, “What is a Mechanic’s Lien? A Brief Guide” individual states have their own...

What is a Mechanic’s Lien? A Brief Guide

Category: Mechanic's LiensWhat is a Mechanic's Lien?A Brief GuideMechanic’s liens are common legal documents in construction that require careful legal action to remain in accordance with state laws. Consequently, successful contractors should have a well-rounded...

VIDEO: How Subcontractors Can Avoid Risks & Costly Lawsuits

Category: Construction Change OrdersVIDEO: How Subcontractors Can Avoid Risk and Potential LawsuitsSchedule A Free 15-Minute ArbitrationConsultation

Construction Arbitration: 5 Tips for the Evidentiary/Post-Hearing Phase

Category: Construction ArbitrationConstruction Arbitration: 5 Tips for the Evidentiary and Post-Hearing PhaseConstruction arbitration offers a faster, more cost-efficient alternative to traditional litigation hearings. As discussed in my previous article,...

Construction Arbitration: 3 Tips for the Pre-Hearing Phase

Category: Construction ArbitrationConstruction Arbitration: 3 Tips for the Pre-Hearing PhaseConstruction is an industry rife with legal conflict. The fluidity of changed and extra work, contractual scope disputes, and delay  typically drive these conflicts, which...

Unmasking Maryland’s “Material Papers” Mechanic’s Lien Requirement

Maryland is unique in it’s “material papers” requirement for mechanic’s liens. This article simply explains how contractors may comply….

COVID-19: Change Orders & Construction Contracts

COVID-19 has greatly altered the way contractors should approach change orders and future contracts. Read more for best-practices to use…

Change Orders: How Subcontractors Can Avoid Risks

Expert advice from construction law attorney Joe Katz on how subcontractors can avoid risks within their change order procedures. Learn more…

How a Maryland Hospital Built a 12,560-sf Addition in 4 Months

Category: Maryland Construction NewsHow a Maryland Hospital Built a12,560-sf Addition in 4 MonthsHow they did itJust eight days after issuing an emergency certificate of need, the Meritus Health Center in Hagerstown, Md., began moving soil to build two permanent South...

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Mechanics Lien in Maryland and Washington DC Construction Attorney

Mechanics Liens

I provide experienced legal guidance on mechanics liens, helping contractors, subcontractors, property owners, and other construction stakeholders protect their rights, resolve payment disputes, and navigate complex lien requirements.

Dredging Claims in Maryland and Washington DC Construction Lawyer

Dredging Claims

I provide knowledgeable legal guidance on dredging claims, helping contractors, subcontractors, vessel operators, and other maritime stakeholders navigate disputes, protect their interests, and pursue fair resolution of complex claims.

Payment Bond Construction Attorney in Maryland and Washington DC

Payment Bonds

I provide knowledgeable legal guidance on dredging claims, helping contractors, subcontractors, vessel operators, and other maritime stakeholders navigate disputes, protect their interests, and pursue fair resolution of complex claims.

Construction Mediation Construction Lawyer in Maryland and Washington DC

Construction Mediation

I provide experienced legal guidance on construction mediation, helping contractors, property owners, developers, and other construction stakeholders resolve disputes efficiently, protect their interests, and pursue practical solutions outside the courtroom.

Construction Contract Drafting and Negotiation Joe Katz Construction Lawyer in Maryland and Washington DC

Contract Drafting & Negotiations

I provide experienced legal guidance on contract drafting and negotiation, helping contractors, property owners, developers, and other construction stakeholders establish clear terms, minimize risk, and protect their interests throughout a project.

Construction Arbitration Services in Maryland and Washington DC Joe Katz Law

Construction Arbitration

I represent clients in construction arbitration, building strong cases for contractors, developers, property owners, and other industry professionals facing complex contractual, payment, performance, and project-related disputes outside of the courtroom.

Construction Delay Inefficiency and Interference Claims in Maryland and Washington DC Katz Law

Delay, Inefficiency, & Interference Claims

I assist with delay, inefficiency, and interference claims, helping contractors, subcontractors, owners, and other construction stakeholders address project disruptions, document resulting impacts, and pursue appropriate compensation for related losses.

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Payment Emergency?

As a leading construction lawyer in the Baltimore-Washington corridor, I regularly represent stakeholders in the construction industry with regards to claims for payment, changes, additional work, delays, lost profits and inefficiencies.

Over my career, I’ve secured payments for hundreds of clients within the construction industry, utilizing the legal tools of construction litigation – including mediation, arbitration, mechanic’s lien and bond claims, and hands-on guidance in drafting and negotiating contracts in both the public and private sectors.

From simple mechanic’s liens to the most complex, multi-layered litigation cases – my legal expertise can be critical to a favorable outcome. Please click the button below to discuss your payment emergency!

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