Robert Ruggieri

Partner - Construction and Government Contracts, Disputes and Risk Management @Cohen Seglias

I focus my practice in the areas of construction, government contracts, and procurement. Drawing on my twenty years of experience practicing construction law, including time as assistant general counsel for an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top Five national design/build construction company, I guide general contractors, subcontractors, architects, engineers, sureties, and owners from project inception through completion. I helps clients structure, negotiate, and review contracts to best avoid risks and guide them through day-to-day issues on construction projects. I also has extensive experience representing general contractors and subcontractors in complex claims and disputes involving construction inefficiencies, delays, differing site conditions, constructive changes, extra work, and default claims. Although an experienced litigator, Bob recognizes the benefits of resolving disputes at an early stage through negotiated settlements and alternative dispute resolution mechanisms, such as mediation, before the onset of extensive and costly discovery efforts. In my government contracting practice, I assists small businesses in federal contracting with teaming and joint venture agreements, federal business ethics compliance, certifications and appeals, and federal government mentor-protégé agreements. I have earned considerable wins and successes for clients in prosecuting and defending bid protests at the Government Accountability Office and the United States Court of Federal Claims. Types of projects and disputes I have handled and resolved over the years include marine construction, dredging projects, bridges, roads, environmental cleanups, power plants, municipal convention centers, office buildings, residential complexes, wastewater treatment plants, and schools.