Focus Area
Construction
Goulston & Storrs helps clients plan, build, and protect their construction projects nationwide. From contract negotiation to dispute resolution, our construction lawyers bring deep industry insight, multi-jurisdictional experience, and a business-first mindset to guide owners, developers, investors, and contractors through issues which arise in phase of the design and construction process—efficiently, effectively, and strategically.
At Goulston & Storrs, we represent a diverse range of clients in the planning, execution, and resolution of construction projects across the United States. Our clients include developers, institutional investors, private equity funds, REITs, educational and medical institutions, contractors, lenders, and public-private partnerships. Whether drafting a complex set of design and construction contracts, advising on project financing, or resolving disputes that threaten project delivery, we provide the legal acumen and business perspective needed to achieve your goals.
Our construction lawyers combine deep technical knowledge with decades of real-world experience in major U.S. markets such as Boston, New York, and Washington, D.C. We help clients navigate challenging regulatory environments, manage risk, and proactively address issues such as mechanic’s liens and other contractor claims, contractor insolvency/bankruptcy, surety claims and project takeovers, accessibility, and building technology failures.
Clients value our collaborative, solutions-driven approach. Many of our attorneys have served in leadership roles in construction and real estate law because we have handled construction-related matters in many jurisdictions, we have a well-developed network of relevant consultants, professionals, government contacts and local counsel to add value to our services. Whether for hospital, laboratory, mixed-use, multifamily housing, student housing, single-family community, industrial, or large-scale infrastructure projects, we bring clarity, creativity, and senior-level engagement to every matter.
Comprehensive Construction Law Services
- Drafting and negotiating contracts (AIA forms, custom agreements, build-to-suit, tenant build-outs, ground leases)
- Litigation, arbitration, and mediation for construction disputes, including project takeovers, bond claims, and contractor issues
Industries and Project Types
- Hospitals, research labs, and educational campuses
- Hotels, hospitality venues, and entertainment facilities
- Multifamily housing, single-family communities, workforce housing, student housing
- Office buildings, and mixed-use developments
- Manufacturing, transportation, and infrastructure projects
Our Approach
Clients work directly with senior lawyers who lead lean, responsive teams designed to deliver efficient, business-oriented counsel. We focus on practical solutions that resolve challenges quickly while protecting relationships among all stakeholders—owners, contractors, designers, and regulators alike. Our nationwide network of specialists and local counsel enhances our ability to provide seamless support from contract signing to project completion.
Expertise
Key Contacts
Rhian Cull
Director, Boston
rcull@goulstonstorrs.com+1 617 574 2289Related Insights
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Goulston & Storrs Director Rhian Cull Named a 2025 Go To Construction Lawyer by Mass Lawyers Weekly
April 30, 2025