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Construction Law Real estate development remains the bedrock of business in Florida. And construction - both residential and commercial - is still Florida's leading industry. Florida's construction laws present a complex maze that discourage owner, designer, contractor and supplier alike, and make the assistance of experienced counsel a must. In Florida, the failure to comply with each and every step of the lien and bond laws spells trouble. Kass, Shuler, Solomon, Spector, Foyle & Singer, P.A. provides the construction with a variety of services, including the preparation and service of statutory notices and claims of lien on projects anywhere in Florida. Kass, Shuler, Solomon, Spector, Foyle & Singer, P.A. represents all segments of the construction industry. Our clients include owners and developers of real estate, design professionals in the fields of architecture and engineering, contractors, and suppliers across the entire state of Florida. We use the latest in information technology to help you: 1.) before the work begins, we review and prepare contracts; 2.) during the work, we advise on the myriad of problems that arise during the course of construction, including contract disputes, terminations and recommencement; 3.) we prepare the notices, claims, liens and other documents required by Florida's Construction Lien and Public Works laws; and 4.) after the work is finished, we file and defend litigation and in arbitration proceedings. Whether it's a problem with a leaky roof on a single family home, a claim of lien against a high rise condominium, a dispute that brings a halt to site work on a subdivision, or any other construction issue, Kass, Shuler, Solomon, Spector, Foyle & Singer, P.A. has experience in representing every part of the construction industry. Our technology and experience can help you solve your construction problem. Members of the Kass, Shuler, Solomon, Spector, Foyle & Singer, P.A. Construction Law Group:
	Scott A Frick
	Mr. Frick’s practice includes all aspects of litigation including trials, arbitrations, mediations and appeals in both state and federal courts including the prosecution and defense of class action and collective action matters. Mr. Frick currently concentrates his practice in the areas of business litigation and other areas of law affecting business, including: Labor and Employment Litigation including claims arising out of restrictive covenants and the defense of claims arising under the Federal Fair Labor Standards Act; Business Torts; Business Dissolutions and related proceedings; Construction Litigation; Products Liability; Banking Litigation including the defense of claims under TILA and RESPA; Patent Infringement; Trademark Infringement; Trade Dress Infringement and General Commercial Litigation. Mr. Frick also assists clients and other lawyers in the areas of Appellate Practice, Trial Consulting and Litigation Strategy, and, Mr. Frick represents parents and their special needs children in all aspects of protecting children’s rights to a free appropriate education under the Individuals With Disabilities Education Act and other federal and state laws. Mr. Frick is a member of the Florida Bar and the Colorado Bar and has been admitted to practice in the following courts: United States District Court, Middle District of Florida; United States District Court, Western District of Virginia; United States Bankruptcy Court, Middle District of Florida; United States Circuit Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit, and; All State Courts of Florida and Colorado. Mr. Frick obtained his Juris Doctor degree from Stetson University College of Law, cum laude, in 1990 where he also served as an Editorial Board Member for the Stetson Law Review. Prior to attending law school, Mr. Frick obtained his Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Florida in 1986.
	Charmaine A Reed
	Born Laramie, Wyoming. Admitted to Wyoming Bar and United States District Court, District of Wyoming 1997, Florida Bar and United States District Court, Middle District of Florida 2009. Education: University of Wyoming (B.S. Marketing, 1993); University of Wyoming, College of Law (J.D. 1997), Phi Delta Phi, served as Magistrate and Exchequor. Riverton, WY: Ass’t City Attorney 1997-1999, City Attorney 2000-2002; Deputy County and Prosecuting Attorney, Sheridan County, WY 2002 – 2008; Fremont County Bar Association, served as President, Vice President, and Treasurer.
	Elizabeth M Ryan
	Born Syracuse, New York, 1967; admitted to Massachusetts Bar, 1995, Florida Bar, 1996. Education: Northeastern University (B.A., 1991, magna cum laude), Boston University School of Law (J.D., 1994). Member: The Florida Bar, Hillsborough County Bar Association; The Real Property, Probate & Trust Section of the Florida Bar; The Florida Bar Construction Law Committee; the National Association of Women in Construction; and, the Hillsborough County Bar Association Construction Law Section. Ms. Ryan's focus at the firm is in commercial litigation and construction law. Prior to joining the firm in 2002, she worked for two years as an attorney for the Hillsborough County Guardian Ad Litem Program representing the best interests of children involved in state dependency proceedings. Ms. Ryan was a member of the Academy of Arts & Sciences Honor Society at Northeastern University, a recipient of the Presidential Scholarship and a member of Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society. On a personal side, in addition to having lived in the Dominican Republic for two years in an effort to aid local orphanages and learn basic Spanish, she has studied Italian, Russian and French and travels to Europe frequently.
	James M Shuler
	Born Nashville, Tennessee, 1952; admitted to Florida Bar, 1977, United States District Court, Middle District of Florida and United States Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit. Education: Emory University (B. A., 1973); Duke University (J. D., 1977). Phi Beta Kappa Member, Duke Law Journal, 1976-1977. Member: Hillsborough County Bar, American Bar Associations; The Florida Bar. AV Rating, Martindale-Hubbell. Mr. Shuler is a member of the Business Law, Trial and Appellate Practice sections of the Florida Bar. He has concentrated his practice in the area of business litigation, including the areas of construction law, shareholder and partnership disputes, contract and commercial law, business torts, and intellectual property.
	Ronald H Trybus
	Born Buffalo, New York, 1957; admitted to Florida Bar, New York Bar, United States District Court, Middle District of Florida, 1983, United States Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit, 1984 and the United States Supreme Court, 2009. Education: State University of New York at Buffalo (B.A. Magna Cum Laude, 1979); (J.D. Cum Laude, 1982). Member: Hillsborough County Bar Association; the Florida Bar (Business Law Section, Labor Law Section and Real Property, Probate and Trust Law Section). He is rated (AV) by the Martindale-Hubbell Law Directory, its highest rating. Mr. Trybus is a member, past president, and current treasurer of the Rotary Club of Tampa Town and Country.
For further information regarding construction law, contact James Shuler at (813) 229-0900, Ext. 1306.

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