The Construction Attorneys: the premier guide to recommended construction lawyers, practice area news and legal insights:
Construction law covers a wide range of legal issues including contracts, negligence, disputes between the parties involved in the construction process, bonds and bonding, guarantees and sureties, liens and other security interests, tendering, construction claims, and related consultancy contracts.
TCA provides a concise and up-to-date guide to leading lawyers across all key areas of construction law. Our research covers all 50 states, with featured attorneys being selected based on the results of peer nominations, in-depth research, awards and client feedback. Our selection process is independent and it is not possible to request entry into the guide.
Featured Lawyer
Daniel A. Dorfman - Illinois
Daniel A. Dorfman is a capital partner and Co-Chair of Fox Swibel's Chambers-ranked Construction Law Group. Daniel has been named among the leading construction law attorneys in Illinois by Chambers USA: America’s Leading Lawyers for Business. Daniel represents local Ch [...]
Latest News & Legal Insights
Tariff Shake-Up: What The Supreme Court Ruling Means For Construction & Development Costs
On Friday, February 20, 2026, the U.S. Supreme Court issued a 6-3 decision in which it held that the President is not authorized to impose tariffs under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA). In 2025, the Trump Administration relied on the IEEPA when it imposed reciprocal and country-specific tariffs that ranged from 15% to 40%, depending on the country and the type of goods being imported. Shortly after the Court issued its opinion, […]
