Construction
Litigation

Large-Scale Condominium and Association Disputes

The firm represents Hawaii condominium associations and AOAOs in high-value construction litigation against developers, general contractors, subcontractors, and design professionals. Construction defect claims on large residential and mixed-use projects require specialized expertise in the intersection of Hawaii construction law, AOAO governance, and complex damages analysis.

The firm has experience managing multi-party construction litigation from pre-suit investigation through trial, including coordinating forensic consultants, engineers, and expert witnesses in a manner that maximizes recovery and controls costs.

Contractor and Developer Disputes

Construction disputes between owners, contractors, and developers frequently involve overlapping claims: defective work, delay and disruption, change order disputes, differing site conditions, and performance bond claims. The firm handles these matters from both the owner and contractor side, with a clear-eyed assessment of the damages, the record, and the practical path to resolution.

Surety, Bond, and Insurance Claims

Performance bonds, payment bonds, and builder's risk policies are central to recovery in construction disputes. The firm advises clients on the procedural requirements for bond claims under Hawaii law and the strategic sequencing of bond claims, litigation, and mediation to maximize recovery and preserve relationships where appropriate.