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Scott R. Fradin Joins Much Shelist as Principal
Addition Expands Firm’s Capabilities in Construction Law
CHICAGO – July 19, 2007 – Chicago-based law firm Much Shelist announced today the addition of Scott R. Fradin as a Principal and member of the Construction Law practice. Previously a partner with Stein, Ray & Harris LLP in Chicago, Fradin brings to the firm significant knowledge of construction-related matters gained from his experience as an attorney and a licensed architect. Fradin is the second attorney with an architecture background to join Much Shelist in the last year.
In addition to drafting and negotiating complex design and construction agreements on behalf of owners, architects, engineers and contractors, Fradin represents clients involved in a wide range of construction-related matters, including breach of contract, delay and disruption claims, design- and construction-defect claims, and mechanics lien disputes. He has represented owners and contractors in numerous multi-million-dollar delay and disruption disputes across the country. Fradin has also represented architects and engineers in design-defect cases involving public works projects, residential developments consisting of hundreds of units, and other commercial and institutional facilities.
“Scott’s unique understanding of architecture and the law adds considerably to our firm’s capabilities in the complex area of construction law,” said David T. Brown, Chair of the Management Committee at Much Shelist. “His depth of knowledge will further enhance our ability to help property owners and developers navigate legal issues, manage expectations and understand risks throughout the course of a construction project.”
Fradin is a member of the Society of Illinois Construction Attorneys, the American Bar Association Construction Forum, the Chicago Bar Association – where he serves on the Mechanics Lien Subcommittee – and the American Institute of Architects. He is a regular contributor to legal and industry journals and a frequent speaker and guest lecturer in the areas of construction law and litigation. He graduated Order of the Coif from Chicago-Kent College of Law and holds M.S. and B.A. degrees in architecture from the University of Illinois.
About Much Shelist
Much Shelist, established in 1970, is a Chicago-based law firm with approximately 85 attorneys. The firm offers business and litigation services in a wide range of practice areas, including real estate; corporate law; mergers and acquisitions; corporate finance and securities; commercial finance; taxation and business planning; bankruptcy, reorganization and creditors' rights; business litigation; employee benefits and executive compensation; health care; insurance coverage and risk management; intellectual property; labor and employment; and wealth transfer and succession planning. Clients include middle-market businesses, financial institutions, public and private companies, families and high-net-worth individuals.
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