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Melissa T. Billig

Construction Law Attorney in New York, NY

A Co-Chair of Tannenbaum Helpern’s Construction & Design Practice, this attorney represents clients in design and construction projects, with expertise in contract disputes, litigation, and negotiation. They have been recognized by Super Lawyers and Martindale-Hubbell for their legal excellence.

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Melissa T. Billig

About this Lawyer/Firm

The Co-Chair of the Construction & Design Practice at Tannenbaum Helpern, this attorney represents owners, developers, architects, engineers, construction managers, and contractors involved in design and construction projects throughout New York City and the region. With expertise in both litigation and strategic counseling, they are skilled in negotiating and drafting complex contracts.

They handle multi-party contract disputes, defective design and construction claims, and have extensive experience in resolving disputes through litigation and alternative dispute resolution (ADR). Their transactional work focuses on negotiating design, construction, and access agreements for large development projects, such as the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center expansion, the Governors Island Park project, and private residential renovations.

They have been consistently selected to Super Lawyers, achieved the AV Preeminent Rating from Martindale-Hubbell, and recognized as a “Top Women Leader in the Law” by New York Magazine. Additionally, they actively serve on various diversity committees and mentor professionals in the construction industry.

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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.

Melissa T. Billig

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A Co-Chair of Tannenbaum Helpern's Construction & Design Practice, this attorney represents clients in design and construction projects, with expertise in contract disputes, litigation, and negotiation

Education:

Brooklyn Law School (J.D.)

State University of New York at Buffalo (B.A)

Bar Admission:

New York

New Jersey

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

United States District Court for the District of New Jersey

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) 508-6730

Email Address: billig@thsh.com

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