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Frederick M. Brehm 
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Frederick M. Brehm received his law degree from Temple School of Law in 1996. He received a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering and Construction Technology from Temple University in 1986 and a Master of Management from Penn State University in 1992.

Before joining Powell Trachtman, Mr. Brehm worked as a civil engineer manager for the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation. Serving as the resident engineer on complex highway and bridge construction projects, Mr. Brehm's responsibilities included project scheduling, contract administration, and construction inspection. A number of his projects have been recognized by the American Society of Civil Engineers, the Concrete Institute, and the American Society of Highway Engineers.

In 2000, Mr. Brehm assumed the position of Assistant Construction Engineer managing all new bridge and highway construction in Delaware County and parts of Philadelphia. In addition, he participated in the contract preparation and bidding process, coordinated private development efforts, and administered engineering consultant services. Most recently, Philadelphia's Waterfront Business Association presented Mr. Brehm with their Community Service Award for his public service achievements.

Mr. Brehm's practice focuses on the representation of design professionals in the design and construction industry, and the negotiation and drafting of construction contracts and contracts for design professional services. He is licensed to practice law in Pennsylvania and New Jersey.

Problems Prevented and Solved

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

Acquisition of industrial property requiring environmental remediation - read more

Successful defense of computer hardware manufacturer - read more

Defense verdict in favor of lift manufacturer - read more

Defense verdict in whistleblower/wrongful termination claim - read more

Successful defense of electrical product manufacturer - read more

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

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

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

Successful resolution of claim against architectural firm involving design of concert hall - 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 settlement of architectural malpractice claim in roof collapse case - read more

Successful resolution of sexual harassment claim - read more

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Successful resolution of gender and race discrimination claim - read more

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

Successful resolution of shareholder buy/sell claim - read more

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

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

Successful defense of unfair competition action - read more

Acquisition, financing and development of manufacturing facility - read more

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

Updating estate planning documents reveals major flaws - read more

Negotiation and finalization of software transfer transaction - read more

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

Successful enforcement of covenant not to compete - read more

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475 Allendale Road, Suite 200
King of Prussia, PA 19406
Phone: 610-354-9700
Fax: 610-354-9760
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1814 East Route 70, Suite 350
Cherry Hill, NJ 08003
Phone:856-663-0021
Fax: 856-663-1590
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114 North Second Street
5th Floor
Harrisburg, PA 17101
Phone: 717-238-9300
Fax: 717-238-9325
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651 Holiday Drive
Foster Plaza 5, Suite 300
Pittsburgh, PA 15220
Phone: 412-250-2632
Fax: 412-250-4804
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