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Real Estate Developers, Project Owners and Contractors

Construction projects and real estate developments require a unique kind of practical, hands-on representation. Drawing on our education and experience -- in government, in architecture, in engineering, and as lawyers who know the design and construction process -- we provide contractors, owners and developers the help they need. We do so at the earliest stages of the planning process up to the inevitable trouble shooting, problem solving and claims handling that every project requires along the way. We are retained by some of the largest construction and development concerns in the country.

Powell, Trachtman also represents clients in planning the ownership structure, financing techniques, and operative agreements for construction and/or development projects. We deal with local, state and federal agencies, such as various Departments of Transportation, the EPA and local municipalities. Our Harrisburg office is particularly experienced at dealing with Pennsylvania state government matters.

Problems Prevented and Solved

Updating estate planning documents reveals major flaws - read more

Successful enforcement of covenant not to compete - read more

Six-figure settlement for manufacturing firm against consultants - read more

Successful defense of electrical product manufacturer - read more

Successful resolution of multi-million dollar hotel water intrusion/mold growth claim - read more

Successful defense of computer hardware manufacturer - read more

Acquisition, financing and development of manufacturing facility - read more

Successful settlement of action against architect in multi-phase condominium project - read more

Successful resolution of shareholder buy/sell claim - read more

Successful resolution of gender and race discrimination claim - read more

Successful defense of unfair competition action - read more

Defense verdict in favor of lift manufacturer - read more

Representation of retail distributor in acquisition of store locations - read more

Successful resolution of a deficient design claim for a designer and construction manager of a warehouse distribution facility - read more

Successful resolution of claim against architectural firm involving design of concert hall - read more

Negotiation of a multi-million dollar statewide strategic sourcing contract - read more

Defense verdict for accounting firm in "deepening insolvency" case - read more

Negotiation and finalization of software transfer transaction - read more

Creative estate tax planning for the owner of a Subchapter S Corporation - read more

Successful settlement of architectural malpractice claim in roof collapse case - read more

Acquisition of industrial property requiring environmental remediation - read more

Representation of manufacturing entity in asset-based lending transaction - read more

Successful negotiation with the IRS to eliminate mounting interest and penalties for estate heirs - read more

Successful resolution of sexual harassment claim - read more

Defense verdict in whistleblower/wrongful termination claim - read more

Successful defense in architectural malpractice claim involving medical facility - read more

Successful representation of design professional in historic building damage claim - read more

Successful resolution of quadriplegia personal injury claim against college - read more

Successful defense of employee's pregnancy discrimination and family leave act claims - read more

Representation of company in the negotiation and drafting of executive employment agreements - read more

Successful settlement in favor of architect on highway design claim - read more

Creation of ESOP as part of founder's succession plan - read more

Representation of numerous companies in structuring reductions in force - read more

Examples of "preventive law" advice provided to clients - read more

Successful resolution of claim by business buyer against business seller - read more

$37 million verdict in contractor/municipality dispute - read more

Contact Us

475 Allendale Road, Suite 200
King of Prussia, PA 19406
Phone: 610-354-9700
Fax: 610-354-9760
Directions to King of Prussia Office
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1814 East Route 70, Suite 350
Cherry Hill, NJ 08003
Phone:856-663-0021
Fax: 856-663-1590
Directions to Cherry Hill Office
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114 North Second Street
Harrisburg, PA 17101
Phone: 717-238-9300
Fax: 717-238-9325
Directions to Harrisburg Office
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