Construction Law

The role of an attorney with construction company clients begins with the creation of appropriate construction contracts, extends through the bid process, and ends with an understanding of lien laws and construction disputes. Our attorneys have been involved in many construction disputes and regularly deal with contractors, architects, expert witnesses, and the documents involved in construction disputes.

With more than twenty years of experience working with the construction industry, our attorneys understand the needs of our construction and developer clients, and provide the legal expertise necessary for their continued success. The firm represents a wide range of general contractors and subcontractors on private and public works projects. Chmelik Sitkin & Davis P.S. is a member of the Associated General Contractors (AGC) of Washington and our attorneys regularly speak at AGC Northern District meetings advising construction clients on legal developments and best business practices. As counsel to some of the largest contractors and developers in Whatcom and Skagit counties, this firm is active in managing and assisting with the acquisition, development, management, and sale of property, including commercial, residential, subdivisions, and condominiums.

Our attorneys have earned the respect and trust of Northwest Washington’s construction community by providing experienced representation and counsel in the following areas:

• Contract drafting and review
• Public works
• Lien and bond claims
• Litigation and claim preparation
• Dispute resolution