When a General Contractor has a dispute with a subcontractor it is important to understand the relationship between the parties, as well as the issues involved in the dispute and the nature of the underlying project.  Often, our general contractor clients will work with their subs on several projects at once, and have developed trust and confidence in that sub over a period of years.  However, a dispute affects more than just the relationship.  It affects the success of the current projects, profitability, as well as the reputations of both parties involved.

In today’s business climate, business customers and home owners alike leave online reviews and ratings of contractors.  It doesn’t take much to destroy years of hard work and a well-earned reputation.  However, when a general contractor has a dispute with a subcontractor it usually relates to a misunderstanding of the scope of the work to be accomplished, or the quality of materials to be furnished for the job.  Many of these arrangements are handshake deals, and even when the contracts are written they are often legally quite vague.

The experienced construction dispute attorneys at the Watkins Firm have decades of expertise in contractor disputes and work aggressively and cost-effectively to resolve the dispute quickly and efficiently.  We understand the nature of “time” as it relates to project completion, as well as the impact the dispute can have on other jobs.  We negotiate from a position of leveraged strength, ensuring that the dispute is resolved in a manner that reflects our client’s goals and objectives.  We work to keep the jobsite free from distraction so that the project can be completed on-time and on-budget.

If you are a general contractor and have a dispute with a subcontractor we can help.  We invite you to call for a free and substantial consultation at 858-535-1511.  We will work with you to negotiate a prompt resolution quickly and cost effectively.  We understand that it is important to avoid litigation whenever possible, and to protect the relationship while getting the work done right.