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Kenneth M. Block

Construction Law Attorney in New York, NY

A Co-Chair of the Construction & Design Practice, this attorney is a recognized leader in construction law, representing major real estate developers and institutions. They are highly experienced in contract negotiation, dispute resolution, and have been consistently honored in Best Lawyers and Chambers USA.

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Kenneth M. Block

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The Co-Chair of the Construction & Design Practice, this attorney is a recognized authority in construction law. A former Chair of the Construction Law Committee of the New York State Bar Association Real Property Law Section, they contribute to the New York Law Journal’s Construction Law column and frequently lecture on construction legal and business matters. Their clientele includes notable real estate owners, developers, and nonprofit organizations such as Vornado Realty Trust, The Witkoff Group, and the Whitney Museum of American Art.

Initially trained in litigation, they have substantial experience handling disputes related to construction defects, liens, and design issues. Active in the litigation field, they engage in mediations, arbitrations, trials, and appeals, while also leveraging their litigation expertise for drafting and negotiating a variety of construction contracts. Familiar with the construction process, they offer valuable services in structuring favorable business, financial, and legal terms for clients.

This attorney has consistently been recognized in Best Lawyers in America (2013–2025), awarded Construction Lawyer of the Year in 2019, 2023, and 2024, and highlighted in Chambers USA as a leading construction lawyer (2011–2024). Additionally, they have been included in New York Super Lawyers (2008–2024) and named to the Super Lawyers Top 100 List for multiple years. They also hold an AV Pre-eminent Rating from Martindale-Hubbell.

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Main Office: 900 Third Avenue, New York, NY 10022

Practice Areas:

Languages Spoken: English

Fees

Emergency After Hours: Yes

Construction Law

Construction law deals with the legal aspects of building projects, covering areas such as contract drafting, negotiation, and enforcement, dispute resolution, regulatory compliance, and risk management. It involves various stakeholders, including contractors, architects, engineers, and property owners. Common issues include delays, defects, payment disputes, and regulatory adherence to safety, environmental, and zoning laws. Disputes are often resolved through litigation, mediation, or arbitration, while risk management focuses on handling liability, insurance, and bonding concerns. The goal is to ensure smooth project execution while minimizing legal conflicts.

Kenneth M. Block

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A Co-Chair of the Construction & Design Practice, this attorney is a recognized leader in construction law, representing major real estate developers and institutions.

Education:

Brooklyn Law School (J.D.)

New York University (Bachelor’s)

Bar Admission:

New York

United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit

United States District Court for the Eastern & Southern Districts of New York

Language: English

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Fees

Emergency After Hours: Yes

Contact Info

Office Address: 900 Third Avenue, New York, NY 10022

Phone Number: (212) 508-6790

Email Address: block@thsh.com

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