Construction Law

We provide tailored legal support for all phases of your construction project, ensuring your rights are protected and your goals are met. Our services include:

• Contract Drafting and Negotiation
  We craft clear, enforceable contracts that outline responsibilities, timelines, payment schedules, and dispute resolution methods. Whether it’s a general contractor agreement, subcontractor contract, or design-build contract, we ensure your interests are safeguarded. Our expertise includes standard forms like those from the American Institute of Architects (AIA) and various associations.
• Regulatory Compliance
  Construction projects must adhere to local, state, and federal regulations. We guide you through Oklahoma’s building codes, zoning laws, environmental regulations, and workplace safety requirements under the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). We also ensure compliance with labor laws, such as the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), to prevent wage disputes or worker misclassification issues.
• Lien and Bond Claims
  We assist contractors and subcontractors in securing payment through mechanic’s liens (42 O.S. §§ 141 et seq.) and bond claims on public projects. For property owners, we help resolve lien disputes efficiently, protecting your property from legal encumbrances.
• Dispute Resolution
  Disputes can derail your project. We offer skilled representation in negotiation, mediation, arbitration, and litigation to resolve issues like payment disputes, construction defects, delays, or breach of contract. Our goal is to minimize disruptions and costs, often using alternative dispute resolution (ADR) to avoid lengthy court battles.
• Risk Management and Insurance
  We advise on risk allocation, ensuring your contracts include appropriate insurance requirements (e.g., liability, workers’ compensation) and performance bonds. Our team helps you navigate surety bond claims, warranty disputes, and liability issues, drawing on Christian Cox’s experience managing $140 million in revenue as COO and negotiating over 100 master service agreements.
• Construction Defects and Claims
  From design flaws to material defects, we represent clients in construction defect claims, ensuring accountability and fair resolutions. We also handle claims for delays, cost overruns, and scope changes, protecting your financial interests.
• Government Contracts
  For public projects, we guide contractors through the bidding process, Requests for Proposals (RFPs), and compliance with Oklahoma’s Public Competitive Bidding Act (61 O.S. §§ 101 et seq.). We ensure proper documentation and adherence to surety bond requirements, maximizing your chances of success.
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Christian Cox brings unparalleled experience to construction law:

• General Counsel: Represented Tulsa and Texas businesses with over $200 million in revenue, including construction-related firms like engineering, procurement, and construction companies.
• Corporate Leadership: As COO, managed $140 million in revenue, leading digitization and restructuring for a grocery chain with construction subsidiaries, achieving significant cost savings and a complex sale involving 15+ parties.
• Entrepreneurial Insight: Founded dozens of small businesses and charities, demonstrating a deep understanding of building and managing organizations at any stage.

Our team’s background in business operations and legal strategy ensures we deliver practical, impactful solutions for your construction projects