Architecture & Construction Law
Legal Counsel Built for Design Professionals
McWilliams Law provides strategic legal guidance to architects, engineers, and design professionals in Massachusetts and New Hampshire — from contract negotiation through project closeout.
What We Do
We focus on the legal needs of design and construction professionals — bringing industry knowledge that general business attorneys simply don't have.
Business Formation
Entity selection, structuring, and launch — built for long-term success.
Contract Law
Drafting, review, and negotiation of commercial agreements that protect your interests.
Contract Insurance Risk
Custom terms and coverage alignment for design professionals and commercial clients.
Construction Advisory
Agreement review and negotiation for architects, GCs, owners, and developers.
Corporate Governance
Board structure, compliance, and ongoing counsel to keep your business on solid ground.
Our Edge
Specialized Expertise Where It Matters Most
Most business law firms offer general counsel. We go deeper — with specialized expertise in two high-stakes areas that demand industry knowledge most firms simply don't have.
Contract Insurance Risk
We advise design professionals on custom terms and conditions that address the unique liability exposures of their work — from scope of services and limitation of liability clauses to indemnification and insurance requirements. We analyze the insurance obligations embedded in your contracts, identify coverage gaps, and negotiate provisions that align your legal exposure with your actual insurance program.
Construction Advisory
We review and negotiate construction agreements for architects, general contractors, owners, and developers — from AIA and ConsensusDocs forms to custom project contracts. We understand the risk allocation dynamics of the construction industry and counsel clients through contract formation, subcontractor agreements, change order disputes, lien rights, and project closeout to protect their interests at every phase.
Our Approach
A Different Kind of Firm
We don't believe in one-size-fits-all legal advice. McWilliams Law takes the time to understand your practice, your projects, and the risks that matter most to you. Our clients aren't case numbers — they're partners. We measure our success by theirs.
What Our Clients Say
Rebecca reviewed our standard AIA contract before a major institutional project and caught three provisions that would have left us dangerously exposed. Her knowledge of how these contracts actually work in practice is exceptional.
When a client tried to hold us liable for a contractor's error, McWilliams Law stepped in immediately. Rebecca understood the project dynamics and helped us navigate the dispute efficiently and successfully.
Ready to Protect Your Practice?
A single conversation can clarify your legal position and set your firm on stronger footing. Consultations are confidential and obligation-free.