Palm Beach County Construction Litigation Lawyers

Experienced Representation for Construction Disputes in West Palm Beach, Boca Raton and Throughout Palm Beach County

Palm Beach County represents one of Florida’s most active construction markets, spanning from the luxury estates of Palm Beach Island to the growing communities of Wellington, Jupiter, and the western developments reaching toward the Everglades. This diverse construction landscape generates substantial litigation as disputes arise over everything from multi-million dollar custom homes to large-scale commercial and residential developments.

At Revah Law, our Palm Beach County construction litigation attorneys understand the unique characteristics of construction in this market. From our Boca Raton office, we represent property owners, contractors, subcontractors, developers, and associations throughout the Fifteenth Judicial Circuit. We bring the knowledge, experience, and courtroom ability necessary to protect our clients’ interests in construction disputes of all sizes and complexity.

Whether you are a homeowner pursuing claims against a contractor who abandoned your renovation, a subcontractor seeking payment on a commercial project, or an association navigating complex developer turnover claims, our attorneys have the experience and resources to help you achieve your objectives.

Schedule a free consultation with a Palm Beach County construction litigation attorney. Call (888) 218-4125 or contact us online.

Construction in Palm Beach County: Market Characteristics

Palm Beach County’s construction market is distinguished by its range and diversity. The county encompasses some of Florida’s most expensive real estate alongside substantial affordable housing development, creating a uniquely varied construction litigation practice.

High-End Residential Construction

Palm Beach, Jupiter Island, Manalapan, and Gulf Stream are home to some of the most valuable residential properties in the United States. Custom home construction in these communities involves specialized contractors, imported materials, and exacting owner expectations. Projects routinely involve budgets in the tens of millions of dollars and construction timelines measured in years rather than months.

When disputes arise on these projects, the stakes are correspondingly high. Our attorneys have experience with construction litigation involving luxury residential projects where attention to detail and sophisticated legal strategy are essential. We understand that clients investing in high-end construction expect—and deserve—the highest quality legal representation.

Common issues in luxury residential construction disputes include custom millwork and finish work that fails to meet specifications, imported materials that do not perform as expected, pool and outdoor living area defects, landscape and hardscape installation problems, and integration failures in sophisticated home automation systems.

Planned Community Development

Western Palm Beach County has experienced explosive growth in planned communities, particularly in Wellington, Royal Palm Beach, and The Acreage. These large-scale developments involve extensive infrastructure including roads, utilities, recreational facilities, and common area improvements.

Construction defects in these communities often affect hundreds of homeowners and involve complex multi-party litigation against developers, general contractors, and numerous subcontractors. Common issues include roadway and parking area defects, stormwater management and drainage failures, clubhouse and recreational facility defects, perimeter wall and fencing deficiencies, and irrigation system failures.

Our attorneys have substantial experience with developer turnover litigation and HOA construction defect claims. We understand the unique procedural requirements that apply when associations pursue claims under Chapter 558, including the extended notice periods and the strategic considerations involved in multi-party construction disputes.

Commercial and Mixed-Use Development

Palm Beach County’s commercial construction market continues to expand, driven by corporate relocations from the Northeast, healthcare facility development, and mixed-use projects in downtown West Palm Beach and along the county’s major commercial corridors. The transformation of West Palm Beach’s waterfront and downtown areas has generated billions of dollars in commercial construction investment.

These projects generate disputes involving substantial sums and complex contractual relationships. The new 35-day change order rule under Section 218.755, effective July 1, 2025, has significant implications for contractors working on public construction projects in Palm Beach County, including school district, county, and municipal projects.

Construction Litigation Services in Palm Beach County

Our Palm Beach County construction litigation practice handles the full range of construction disputes:

• Construction Lien Claims: Perfecting and enforcing Chapter 713 lien rights in the Fifteenth Judicial Circuit, including foreclosure actions and lien defense.
• Construction Defect Litigation: Prosecuting and defending defect claims for both residential and commercial properties under Chapter 558.
• Breach of Contract Claims: Contract disputes involving non-payment, abandonment, scope disputes, change orders, and warranty issues.
• Payment Bond Claims: Pursuing payment bond claims on Palm Beach County public projects, including School District of Palm Beach County construction.
• Luxury Residential Disputes: High-stakes construction disputes involving custom homes and estates.
• HOA and Condominium Claims: Representing associations in developer turnover and construction defect claims.

Palm Beach County Courts and Local Practice

Construction litigation in Palm Beach County proceeds through the Fifteenth Judicial Circuit, headquartered at the Main Courthouse in West Palm Beach with additional facilities at the South County Courthouse in Delray Beach and the North County Courthouse in Palm Beach Gardens. Our attorneys regularly appear in all Palm Beach County court locations and understand the local rules, case management procedures, and judicial preferences that govern construction cases in this circuit.

The Fifteenth Circuit handles a significant volume of construction cases, reflecting Palm Beach County’s robust construction market. The court system has judges with experience in complex commercial and construction matters, and many cases are referred to mediators with construction industry expertise.

The 2025 Florida Rules of Civil Procedure amendments have transformed construction litigation practice in Palm Beach County. The mandatory initial disclosure requirements, accelerated case management tracks, and stricter trial scheduling create urgency that did not exist under the prior rules. Construction cases now require immediate attention to evidence gathering, expert retention, and case strategy from the moment suit is filed. Our attorneys have adjusted our practice to meet these new requirements while maintaining our commitment to thorough preparation and aggressive advocacy.

Design Professional Liability in Palm Beach County

Palm Beach County’s high-end construction market frequently involves claims against architects, engineers, and other design professionals. When construction defects stem from design errors rather than workmanship problems, the responsible party may be the design professional rather than the contractor.

Common design professional liability issues in Palm Beach County include structural designs with inadequate wind load capacity for coastal locations, drainage and grading designs that fail to account for local soil and water table conditions, specifications that do not account for Florida’s climate and humidity, and survey errors affecting property boundaries or building placement.

These cases require expert testimony from qualified professionals in the same discipline to establish the applicable standard of care and how it was breached. Our attorneys work with engineering and architectural experts who can analyze design documents and identify deficiencies that caused construction problems.

Communities We Serve in Palm Beach County

Our Palm Beach County construction litigation attorneys represent clients throughout the county, including:

West Palm Beach • Boca Raton • Delray Beach • Boynton Beach • Palm Beach Gardens • Jupiter • Wellington • Royal Palm Beach • Lake Worth Beach • Greenacres • Riviera Beach • Palm Beach • Lantana • Lake Park • Palm Springs • North Palm Beach • Tequesta • Juno Beach • Palm Beach Shores • Highland Beach • Gulf Stream • Manalapan • Ocean Ridge • South Palm Beach • The Acreage • Loxahatchee • and surrounding communities.

Contact Our Palm Beach County Construction Litigation Attorneys

If you are involved in a construction dispute in Palm Beach County, the attorneys at Revah Law are prepared to help. We offer free consultations to evaluate your case and explain your legal options.

Contact our Palm Beach County construction litigation attorneys today. Call (888) 218-4125 or contact us online for a free consultation.