At Alves Radcliffe, LLP, our construction attorneys bring over 25 years of combined experience to every construction law matter. We represent clients throughout Northern California, Greater Sacramento, and the San Francisco Bay Area—ranging from homeowners and business owners to general contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, and developers—delivering effective, cost-conscious solutions to complex construction disputes

Verdict & Settlements

Comprehensive Construction Law Representation

Construction law governs every phase of a project, from contract negotiation and permitting to dispute resolution and regulatory compliance. Our construction lawyers provide critical guidance to ensure your project progresses smoothly and your interests are protected—whether you’re facing a contract dispute, a construction defect, or a payment issue.
We handle all facets of construction litigation, including:
  • Construction defect litigation: Addressing issues arising from faulty materials, poor workmanship, or code violations.
  • Contract disputes: Interpreting and enforcing construction contracts, and resolving claims of breach or nonperformance.
  • Pool construction disputes: Representing clients in matters involving deviations from design, repair needs, or contractor errors.
  • Negligence claims: Investigating and litigating cases where contractors or other parties failed to meet the required standard of care.
  • Indemnity and risk allocation: Navigatistyle=”color: #fff;”ng complex indemnity clauses and multi-party liability issues.
  • Lien claims and collections: Assisting with mechanic’s liens, bond remedies, stop notices, and payment recovery.
  • Product liability disputes: Determining responsibility for injuries or damages caused by defective construction products

Proven Results in Construction Litigation

Our construction litigation team has secured significant recoveries for plaintiffs and successfully defended developers and contractors against high-stakes claims. Notable results include:

Why Choose Alves Radcliffe as Your Construction Lawyer?

Our approach is straightforward: we listen to your needs, assess every legal option, and pursue the most effective path to resolution. We are trial attorneys with a reputation for creative, strategic litigation—whether in court, arbitration, or mediation. Our deep experience in construction law and construction litigation allows us to resolve disputes efficiently, so you can focus on your business or property with confidence.

Clients consistently praise our responsiveness, attention to detail, and commitment to achieving their objectives.

What Sets Alves Radcliffe Apart?

Trial-Tested
Experience

Our attorneys are recognized for their litigation work with complex cases.

User-Centric
Approach

We prioritize your needs, providing clear communication, actionable advice, and responsive service at every step.

Results-Driven Representation

From negotiating settlements to winning verdicts, we are committed to achieving the best outcomes for our clients.

Don’t Let Construction Disputes Derail Your Project or Investment

Protect your property, your business, and your bottom line—work with a construction attorney who knows how to resolve construction law challenges efficiently and effectively. Let our experienced construction attorneys protect your interests and guide you through every stage of your construction law matter—from negotiation to resolution.

Client Testimonials

I was referred to Scott Radcliffe for a legal issue I have with a dishonest contractor and am very grateful for the referral so I’m paying it forward.
Scott has given me great advice, He has a mountain of knowledge, patient, courteous, fair, and honest. Yes, I’m speaking of an attorney!
His follow through has been excellent and he has taken all the stress out of this case for us.
This is my first review I have ever posted but I am so pleased with my decision to hire Scott for our case that I felt the need to share my experience. Thank You Scott Radcliffe for all your help. I will recommend you to any friend or family anytime.

Dianne L. – San Ramon

Scott represented my business in a landlord retaliation case. He was masterful in his representation. He did a great job in explaining the litigation and then arbitration process and all of the inter-working parts in between. I never felt out of the loop and always knew what the next step was. He always responded to questions in a timely manner. Scott is aggressive when he needs to be and will fight for you every step of the way. I never felt overcharged and was always invoiced with a detailed description of each billable hour. If you’re looking for a hardworking and fair attorney, Scott is the one for you.

Daniel R. – Sacramento

I have used Scott Radcliffe a few times while starting my business and most recently for a lawsuit. He is super knowledgeable, approachable and quick to reply. We had a positive outcome with our case and I truly believe it is completely due to Scott’s expertise. I highly recommend Alves Radcliffe.

Kathryn C. – Sacramento

I went to Scott for help with a real estate legal matter. He was very knowledgeable and did a fantastic job for me. He was a tremendous help and I highly recommend him for your legal needs.

Anne M. – Danville

We hired Scott Radcliffe to help out with a pretty daunting issue where our family was penalized with hefty fines (six figures) by the City because of something our tenants did. We were worried that we would lose our life savings but Scott got us out rightly. He was thorough, skillful, and articulate in gathering information and representing the best interests of our family. During the process, he kept us in the loop. Whenever we emailed him with questions, he always responded promptly. If you want a knowledgeable, professional, and well prepared attorney who is willing to go to court, litigate your case and fight for your rights, Scott Radcliffe is the right attorney for you. We highly recommend Scott Radcliffe for your legal needs. We are so grateful that Scott was on ou

Thanh V. – Sacramento

We were referred to Scott from another attorney that no longer litigates anymore. We are so glad we met Scott. We hired him to settle a landlord and tenant dispute, after spending time in consulting and reading his counter dispute, we knew he was high caliber. He seems to know the case more thoroughly that we did.

More importantly, through his advice and how he brilliantly wrote the counter suite, we were able to settle the case to our satisfaction. Was just speaking to my wife about Scott, he loves to litigate, and you need someone who insanely loves to fight for you instead of just settling a case.

If you need a good business lawyer, look no further, Scott will take care of you.

Billy P. – Sacramento

Scott took the time to understand our case; gave us regular updates; and planned out our next steps. Ultimately, he litigated and won our case in court. We received a judgement for the full amount that was owed to us. If you want a professional, honest, and well prepared attorney that is willing to go to court and litigate your case, Scott is the person for you. We are so thankful that Scott was on our side to help us through one of our most difficult situations. Thank you Scott!

JY D. – Sacramento