Practice Areas

As the premier construction law and litigation firm in Utah, the attorneys of Babcock Scott & Babcock know the importance of handling construction disputes promptly and professionally. From our office in Salt Lake City, our lawyers represent owners, contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, design professionals, sureties, and insurance companies throughout the state and the Intermountain West. For assistance dealing with a construction-related matter, contact us for an appointment.

Contract Negotiation: The attorneys of Babcock Scott & Babcock negotiate contracts that clearly define the obligations and rights of parties involved in a construction project, including custom and standard-form agreements used throughout the construction industry.

Mechanic's Liens and Bond Claims: Our attorneys handle all aspects of filing and enforcing mechanics' lien and bond claims, including compliance with the State Construction Registry and the Residence Lien Restriction and Lien Recovery Fund Act.

Construction Defect and Scheduling Claims: The attorneys of Babcock Scott & Babcock represent claimants and defend contractors and other construction professionals in negligence, defect, and scheduling claims.

Design-Professional Liability: The lawyers of Babcock Scott & Babcock represent architects, engineers, and surveyors in negligence claims regarding their professional acts and counsel design professionals in risk management.

Surety Defense and Indemnification: The attorneys of Babcock Scott & Babcock handle surety and indemnification matters involving performance and payment bond issues.

Insurance Claims and Defenses: Our attorneys represent insureds and insurers in disputes involving construction defect claims, public liability and tort claims, and related insurance coverage.

Government Contracts and Claims: The lawyers of Babcock Scott & Babcock guide contractors through the maze of requirements related to bidding for and completing government contracts and represent contractors in making claims on those contracts.

Real-Estate Transactions: Our attorneys represent buyers and sellers of commercial real estate in land use and contract negotiations.

Mediation and Arbitration: Our lawyers represent parties in alternative dispute resolution proceedings and we act as a neutral mediators and arbitrators in construction-related disputes.

If you have any questions about any of these areas, contact us at Babcock Scott & Babcock for an appointment.