Adam E. Richards

An integral member of our Florida team, Adam E. Richards is Board Certified in Construction Law by The Florida Bar – a distinction earned by less than 1% of Florida lawyers.  His passion lies in guiding clients through Florida’s complex construction and development landscape, offering comprehensive support from negotiating agreements before a shovel hits the ground to dispute resolution efforts post-completion.

Adam’s project portfolio is diverse, ranging from buildings that shape Florida’s skyline as we know it today, including hotels, courthouses, as well as one of the tallest residential towers in the country, to vital infrastructure such as roads, expressways, treatment plants, courthouses and airports.

His legal journey began by navigating construction defects and learning of the pivotal role of insurance in this domain. Transitioning to a boutique firm, he honed his transactional skills in drafting and negotiating industry-wide construction contracts.

Previously, Adam served as General Counsel and Vice President of Operations for South Florida’s largest residential roofing contractor. This invaluable experience deepened his understanding of not only the construction industry, but of business, including operations, processes, management and customer service.

His complex construction experience includes contract disputes, delays, non-payment claims, liens, bonds, defects, insurance claims/loss events, damages to property, catastrophic injuries/fatalities, and risk transfer/indemnity matters both pre-suit and in litigation.  His record in Florida’s state and federal courts reflects his nuanced understanding and adept navigation of legal intricacies.

At the core of our construction law practice, Adam E. Richards is more than a legal advisor—he’s a dedicated partner invested in your project’s success.