Baltimore, MD commercial litigation attorney Robert L. Ferguson, Jr. talks about his firm’s capabilities & experience in construction law. He shares that the firm has extensive experience in construction law, and he has personally practiced in the field for over 40 years. Their practice spans every county in Maryland, the District of Columbia, and Pennsylvania. They possess the expertise and capability to manage complex construction litigation with both skill and strategic insight.

He and the firm are well-versed in the critical documents used in construction cases, including drawings, specifications, and project organization. They also maintain a deep understanding of the various professionals involved in the construction industry. Over the years, they have contributed to the development of construction law, particularly in cases of first impression.

The firm is also highly experienced in construction risk analysis and insurance coverage, having handled numerous coverage cases and appeals. They often represent either the property owner or the general contractor, and due to additional insured or indemnity provisions in contracts, they frequently manage both the defense of the underlying litigation and any related coverage actions against insurers obligated to provide additional insured coverage, including cases involving subcontractors. These cases have been taken to the Court of Appeals of Maryland and the Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals in Richmond, Virginia.

As a graduate engineer with five years of experience in design and construction before entering the legal profession, he brings a practical understanding of the processes and responsibilities of construction professionals. Over his career, the firm has built strong relationships with architects, engineers, forensic accountants, scientists, and materials experts, whom they consult to advise clients in both construction defect cases and matters involving serious personal injury or death.

He finds the work particularly rewarding when collaborating with construction experts, examining opposing experts in depositions and at trial, and presenting a well-organized, strategic construction defect defense.