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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

Born Cleveland, Ohio, November 20, 1963; admitted to Florida Bar, 1991, Colorado Bar, 1997, Special City Attorney for the City of Ocala Construction Industry Licensing Board and the City of Ocala Municipal Code Enforcement Board, 1991, United States District Court (Middle District), 1991, United States Bankruptcy Court (Middle District of Florida), 1991, United States Circuit Court of Appeals (11th Circuit), 1991, State Courts of Florida and Colorado, 1991. Education: University of Florida (B.S. , 1986); Stetson University College of Law (J.D. 1990). Member: The Florida Bar, Colorado Bar, American Bar Association, Hillsborough County Bar Association, D.R. Smith American Inn of Court. Mr. Frick is a member of the South Tampa Chamber of Commerce, Leadership Ocala (Class VIII, 1995), The Tampa Connection (1999), the Judicature Society of America, and Who’s Who In American Law Schools (10th Edition 1990). He is a former member of the Board of Directors of Childhood Development Services, Inc. and His Way Christian Fellowship. Mr. Frick has authored a number of published legal articles.

Elizabeth M Ryan

Born Syracuse, New York, July 15, 1967; admitted to Massachusetts Bar, 1995, Florida Bar, 1996. Education: Northeastern University (B.A., 1991, cum laude), Boston University School of Law (J.D., 1994). Member: The Florida Bar, Guardian ad Litem Program. Ms. Ryan's focus at the firm is in commercial litigation. Prior to joining the firm, she worked for two years as an attorney for Guardian Ad Litem. She lived in the Dominican Republic for two years, and has studied Russian, Spanish, and French. She also enjoys cooking, traveling, yoga and meditation, classical music, and Greek and Roman history and mythology. Ms. Ryan is a member of the Academy of Arts & Sciences Honor Society, a recipient of the Presidential Sholarship, a member of Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society. She is team mom for the Forest Hills Baseball Bronco Yankees and a member of Carrollwood Elementary PTA.

James M Shuler

Born Nashville, Tennessee, February 23, 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, October 30, 1957; admitted to Florida Bar, New York Bar, United States District Court, Middle District of Florida, 1983 and United States Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit, 1984. Education: State University of New York at Buffalo (B.A. Magna Cum Laude, 1979); (J.D. Magna Cum Laude, 1982). Member: Hillsborough County Bar Association; the Florida Bar (Business Law Section, Labor Law Section). He is rated (AV) by the Martindale-Hubbell Law Directory, its highest rating. Mr. Trybus is a member, past president, and current Director of International Service of the Rotary Club of Tampa Town and Country. He is a member of the Westchase Elementary School PTA and a Cub Scout Den Leader. Mr. Trybus is assistant coach for the NFL Youth Flag 4 Kids Football League



For further information regarding construction law, contact James Shuler at (813) 229-0900, Ext. 1306, or James Shuler at (813) 229-0900 x1306.




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