Construction Contract Review & Drafting Attorney in Tampa, Orlando & Fort Myers

Construction contracts decide who gets paid, who eats the change orders, and what happens when the job goes bad. A “standard template” agreement can leave you exposed to nonpayment, delay claims, defective work allegations, and surprise attorney’s fees.

Law Offices of Adam G. Hill helps contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, and property owners review, revise, and draft construction agreements that reduce disputes and improve your leverage if a dispute happens.

Free consultation / case evaluation: 833-918-1877
Or call our offices: Tampa (813) 939-3099 | Orlando (407) 887-1929 | Fort Myers (239) 799-2288.

Who this is for

We help:

  • General contractors

  • Subcontractors (all trades)

  • Suppliers / materialmen

  • Owners and investors

  • Small-to-midsize construction businesses that want practical, fast legal support

What we review and draft

Contract types

  • Prime contracts and subcontracts

  • Work orders and proposals

  • Purchase orders

  • Change order forms

  • Independent contractor agreements

  • Project closeout and release language

Clauses that most often cause expensive disputes

  • Payment terms (pay-when-paid / pay-if-paid, retainage, billing cycles)

  • Scope of work definitions + exclusions

  • Change orders (approval rules, pricing, time extensions)

  • Delay and disruption (extensions, liquidated damages, acceleration)

  • Defective work / warranty language and notice requirements

  • Lien rights and notice obligations (what you can/can’t waive)

  • Indemnity and additional insured requirements

  • Insurance obligations + tender/defense provisions

  • Dispute resolution (venue, arbitration, mediation, attorneys’ fees)

Why contract review matters (even if the project already started)

Most construction disputes come down to: what the contract says + what the documents prove. A quick legal review can:

  • Prevent you from signing away lien/payment leverage

  • Close loopholes that trigger chargebacks or backcharges

  • Make change orders enforceable (and paid)

  • Improve your position if a defect claim or payment dispute hits

Our process

  1. Free consult / case evaluation (15–20 minutes)

  2. You send the contract + any addenda/specs (and your goals)

  3. We identify risk areas and propose edits

  4. We deliver a clean redline + short strategy summary

  5. Optional: we help negotiate changes with the other side

Call 833-918-1877 to get started or send a message through our Contact Page.

FAQs

How much does construction contract review cost?

It depends on length/complexity and how quickly you need it. We’ll outline options after a quick look, and many reviews can be structured efficiently.

Can you review a contract fast (same day / next day)?

Often yes, depending on volume and complexity. Call and tell us your deadline.

What if I already signed?

We can still help—by identifying your leverage, documenting change orders, and planning next steps to protect your position.

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