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Construction and Surety Law

North Haven Connecticut Construction Law Lawyers

Any entity in need of a construction lawyer should require counsel who understands how buildings are built, has extensive experience in dealing with applicable statutory, regulatory and common law, uses a practical approach to problem solving and is dedicated to timely dispute resolution in a cost-effective manner.

— Attorney Jeffrey M. Donofrio

The attorneys of Ciulla & Donofrio represent subcontractors, municipalities, corporate and developer owners, sureties, construction lenders, equipment dealers, and design professionals in a wide variety of construction-related matters.

Our experience representing contractors and building owners, handling construction procurement matters for municipalities, and resolving construction disputes through litigation gives us a unique background and depth of knowledge that benefits all of our construction law clients.

This broad experience includes:

  • Reviewing, drafting and administering construction contracts, to ensure compliance with the Connecticut Home Improvement Act and the New Home Construction Contractors Act
  • Assessing the risks associated with construction projects
  • Addressing a wide range of legal issues related to home improvement and new home construction law
  • Helping subcontractors secure surety bonds
  • Pursuing claims on behalf of homeowners from the New Home Construction Guarantee Fund and the Home Improvement Guarantee Fund

Attorney Jeffrey M. Donofrio has represented contractors in complex construction litigation in state and federal courts throughout the United States. He has taught a dozen seminars on construction law in Connecticut in the last decade and has written numerous articles on a variety of construction law issues. He has the knowledge and experience needed to effectively handle all types of construction law matters.

Ciulla & Donofrio LLP: Sophisticated Solutions to Complex Legal Problems

Construction costs have increased dramatically since 9/11 and Katrina. We understand how to draft documents in ways that minimize the risk to our clients. Because we are, first and foremost, a litigation firm, we understand and appreciate the risks our clients face.

However, even though we are a litigation firm, we recognize that aggressive litigation may not be the best business decision for resolving construction disputes. We have extensive experience with alternative dispute resolution proceedings, including arbitration, mediation, mini-trials and facilitated negotiations, and will utilize these processes when necessary.

To learn more about our construction law practice, please contact us today to schedule a confidential consultation with one of our lawyers.

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  • Lou Dagostine was recently selected as a "Rising Star" in 2011 New England Super Lawyers.
  • Jeff Donofrio was recently selected as a 2011 New England Super Lawyer and a 2011 Business Edition Super Lawyer.
  • On February 7, 2012, Jeff Donofrio will serve on the faculty for State and Local Government Law, a full day seminar hosted by the National Business Institute, which will be held in New Haven.
  • Jeffrey M. Donofrio is a member of the panel presenting Special Proceedings and More, a New Haven County Bar Association CLE program being presented on April 26, 2011 in the Jury Assembly room in New Haven Superior Court from 4pm-6pm. The program will feature a discussion of prejudgment and postjudgment remedies.
  • Ciulla & Donofrio, LLP has been selected as a "Go-To Law Firm for Leading Technology Companies" by American Lawyer Media. In-House Law Departments at the Leading Technology Companies, published by ALM, includes the short list of elite U.S. firms that represent the top technology companies. ALM asked General Counsel at the leading technology companies which outside law firms they turn to for assistance. ALM's research department also investigated and gathered data on technology company's Go-To Law Firms from various resources such as public records including court dockets and securities filings, key publications and well-respected commercial databases.
  • Jennifer Coppola successfully represented the Zoning Board of Appeals of the Town of Woodbridge in Cimino v. Zoning Board of Appeals, 117CA 569 (2009).  Jennifer successfully defended the appeal of the denial of variance applications at both the trial court and the Appellate Court.
  • Jeffrey M. Donofrio has been selected as a "Super Lawyer" by New England Super Lawyers, Connecticut Super Lawyers and Corporate Counsel Edition Super Lawyers. 
  • On May 19, 2010, Jeffrey M. Donofrio was a co-presenter of "Dramatically Increase Your Productivity, Profit, and Peace of Mind: The Attorney's Guide to Seamless Time Management."  Jeff presented the program, which was sponsored by the Connecticut Bar Association, with renowned lawyer coach Bill Jawitz.
  • Ciulla & Donofrio, LLP has been selected by the Town of North Branford to assist it with several construction projects.  We are representing the Town with regard to the North Branford Intermediate School, Atwater Library and Smith Library projects.  We are providing a wide range of services, including contract and procurement law advice, claims review and negotiation and general construction law services.
  • Ciulla & Donofrio, LLP has been engaged by the Town of Hamden to assist the Town with the Adaptive Re-Use of Memorial Town Hall and the Addition of a new Police Headquarters.

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Ciulla & Donofrio, LLP
127 Washington Avenue
North Haven, Connecticut 06473
Main number: (203) 239-9828
Fax: (203) 234-0379
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