Construction Law

PLAINVIEW LEGAL GROUP PLLC construction attorneys represent businesses and individuals in all sectors of the Oklahoma construction industry. Our clients include commercial and residential builders, design professionals such as architects, lenders, independent contractors, suppliers, and homeowners. PLAINVIEW LEGAL GROUP PLLC attorneys have advised a wide variety of non-construction companies, including real estate developers, in evaluating the regulatory and business considerations relevant to beginning a construction project.

PLAINVIEW LEGAL GROUP PLLC attorneys have gained comprehensive, hands-on, construction-related experience and apply that knowledge to advise clients based in Oklahoma on the federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and governmental guidance relevant to conducting business and investing in the Oklahoma construction industry.

We assist our construction clients in understanding and assessing the federal and state regulatory framework for the construction industry; business applications for licenses to operate certain trades and related administrative matters; business formation; construction litigation; negotiating and drafting contracts, including agreements between owners, contractors, architects, suppliers, and subcontractors; federal, state, and local tax issues; day-to-day regulatory advice and general business counsel; trademark protection and enforcement; and labor and employment, including workplace training, handbooks, and standard operating procedures.

PLAINVIEW LEGAL GROUP PLLC’s commitment to the Oklahoma construction industry is best reflected by our attorneys, who are constantly monitoring existing and changing state and local laws and regulations, as well as supplying clients with the latest information through our Blog.

Range of Experience

PLAINVIEW LEGAL GROUP attorneys have specific experience relevant to clients involved with the Oklahoma construction industry, including:

• Litigation

  • Breach of construction contract claims

  • Construction delay and disruption claims

  • Construction defect claims

  • Payment issues

  • Mechanics lien disputes

  • Payment bond claims

  • Warranty claims

  • Indemnity claims

  • Lender disputes

• Alternative Dispute Resolution

  • Mediation

  • Arbitration

• Business

  • Business formation and structure, addressing complexities resulting from Oklahoma statutes and the conflict between federal and state law

  • Negotiation and drafting of construction contracts for all phases and aspects of the construction process

  • Governance and operating agreements

  • Counsel regarding investment decisions

  • Business plan development

  • Development of policies, procedures, manuals, and handbooks

  • Education regarding ongoing compliance

• Taxation

  • Federal and state planning and advise, including in connection with business formation and governance

• Real Estate

  • Zoning, water rights, and land use

  • Lease and purchase agreements

  • Construction financing

  • Deed preparation and recording

• Intellectual Property

  • Trademarks

  • Licensing agreements

  • Marketing and branding

• Labor and Employment

  • Workplace training

  • Non-compete and trade secrets

  • Executive employment agreements and severance agreements

  • National Labor Relations Act (NLRA)

• Regulatory

  • Licenses required by the Oklahoma Construction Industries Board

  • Assessment of risks under federal and state construction-related laws, regulations, and guidance

  • Administrative matters related to licensure

  • Legal compliance audits

  • Challenges to state licensure programs

  • Zoning compliance issues

• Environmental Considerations

For More Information

For more information, please contact Travis Dennis, Haley Dennis, or any of the attorneys referenced on the Our Team page.