$ 295-350 per hour
David M Adelstein
About David
Biography
I am an innovative thinking construction attorney focusing on, of course, innovative business arrangements. I practice construction law throughout Florida. I represent general contractors, subcontractors, design professionals, developers, associations, suppliers, sureties, and owners in a myriad of construction matters including, without limitation, construction/design defect claims, schedule-based claims (including inefficiency, lost productivity, and acceleration claims), bid protests, payment disputes, lien and bond claims, liability and property insurance issues, and a host of other issues that affect the construction industry. I prepare and negotiate construction contracts for clients utilizing AIA, EJCDC, and ConsensusDocs industry form documents, as well as contracts that are not based on an industry form document.
I also blog about all aspects of construction law and government contracting at and issues pertaining to Florida appellate, evidentiary, and trial perspectives at . Check it out!
Practice Areas
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Practice Area
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Contingency
25%-40%
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in District of Columbia for 20 years
State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 2005
No misconduct found
Licensed in Florida for 22 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2003
No misconduct found
Location
Kirwin Norris
427 SW 13 Terrace, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33312
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David M Adelstein's Lawyer Endorsements
"I highly endorse David Adelstein as a premier construction trial lawyer. As general counsel for major construction subcontractors, we trust David with all our litigation needs. His exceptional skill and consistent success in every case make him an invaluable advocate in the construction industry."
Andrew Garofalo
Construction and development lawyer | May 28
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"David is an excellent lawyer and a devoted family man. I have referred him cases in the past and asked for his advice for some of my clients' cases over the years. His advice is always clear and easy to understand. He has a talent for simplifying even the most complex construction law issues. I strongly endorse David."
"I have had the pleasure of working with David on two matters. He consulted with me on construction issues my clients were dealing with and helped me obtain positive results in both matters. He knows his stuff !"
Jonathon Miller
Construction and development lawyer | Feb 23
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Mr. Adelstein and I attended law school together. He has an excellent command of the law and analytical skills to match. Though I have only had to face him on the other side of a case on one occasion, he certainly demonstrated himself to be a worthy adversary and a masterful tactician. He has also earned a reputation for demonstrating the upmost professionalism and ethical standards while zealously advocating on behalf of his clients. I highly endorse this attorney."
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Experience
Honors
2020
Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers
2019
Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers
2018
Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers
2017
Super Layers, Super Lawyers
2016
Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers
2015
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2014
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2013
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2012
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2009
Board Certified - Construction Law, Florida Bar
N/A
Law Review, Florida State University
Work Experience
2016 - Present
Partner, Kirwin Norris
2016 - 2016
Partner, Katz Barron Squitero Faust
2005 - 2016
Partner, Kirwin Norris
Associations
Associated Builders and Contractors, Inc.
The Associated General Contractors of America
Education
2003
Florida State University College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1999
Florida Atlantic University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2020
Webinar
Construction Defects: Horizontal v. Vertical Exhaustion
2019
Webinar
Florida Contracting Licensing Law
2019
Webinar
Construction Property Damage Claims
2018
Presentation
Workshop: 2017 Changes to. AIA Contract Documents and ConsensusDocs.
2017
Webinar
Florida Construction Licensing Law Update
2017
Webinar
Design Professional Liability and the Standard of Care
2017
Webinar
Minimizing Bad Faith Insurance Risks in First-Party Property Claims
2017
Webinar
Design Professional Liability with Emerging Delivery Methods
2016
Webinar
Construction Defect Indemnity Obligations Under CGL Policies
2016
Webinar
Florida Contractor Licensing
2016
Webinar
Subcontractor Default Insurance
2016
Webinar
Liability Claims against Architects, Engineers and Construction Design Professionals
2016
Webinar
Navigating CGL Exclusions K, L and M and Products Completed Operations Coverage
2016
Video
Nuts & Bolts of Florida Construction Contracting Licensure
2016
Video
Top 5 Reasons to Read YOUR Construction Contract
2016
Video
Nuts & Bolts of the Miller Act
2016
Presentation
Advanced Construction Contracts
2016
Presentation
Effective Construction Project Documentation
2016
Presentation
Public Delivery Methods, a Primer
2015
Webinar
Being Proactive Regarding Your Construction Lien and Payment Bond Rights
2015
Webinar
Payment Bond Claims including Miller Act Claims
2015
Webinar
Davis Bacon Act (Florida Prevailing Wage Update)
2015
Webinar
CGL Insurance in Construction Projects
2015
Webinar
Construction Insurance Claims: Consent Judgments and Coblentz Settlement Agreement
2015
Webinar
Property Damage Claims in Construction Cases: Covered or Excluded under CGL
2014
Webinar
Performance Bonds and CGL Insurance in Construction Projects
2014
Webinar
Top 5 Reasons to Read Your Subcontract
2014
Webinar
Construction Subcontractor Default Insurance: an Alternative to Performance Bonds
2014
Webinar
Construction Defect Claims: Navigating the CGL Contractual Liability Exclusion
2013
Webinar
Design Professional Liability in Construction Projects
Publications
2019
2017
2017
N/A
Florida Construction Law and Practice, 6th and 7th editions
Alternative Dispute Resolution and Partnering
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
My home inspector missed signs of water intrusion on the one and ONLY exterior wall in my new townhouse. Are they liable?
18 Apr 2016
Q&A
What can I do when builder makes mistake on new construction plat/lot fit?
23 Mar 2016
Q&A
Can I get out of a lease if there's major construction in the building?
02 Sep 2015
Legal Guides
Legal Guide
Nuts & Bolts of Florida Bid Protest Rights
31 Jan 2015
Legal Guide
Summary of Construction Lien and Payment Bond Rights in Florida
11 Jan 2015