Civil Litigation Attorneys in Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, DC
Bramnick Creed handles a wide range of civil litigation matters, including contract related claims, business torts, residential and commercial real estate disputes, construction litigation including mechanic’s liens and collections for contractors, subcontractors, and material suppliers, and general post-judgment collections and enforcement matters.
Our attorneys are aggressive litigators who work closely with clients at every stage of the process. We help clients strategize the best course of action, including when alternative dispute resolution may be appropriate. Clients value our ability to analyze complex legal issues and pursue efficient, effective solutions that produce successful results.
Our firm regularly represents individuals, businesses, contractors, property owners, and real estate professionals in disputes throughout Maryland, Virginia, and the District of Columbia.
On This Page:
- Construction Litigation and Payment Disputes
- Representing Homeowners in Contractor Disputes
- Residential Real Estate Disputes
- Legal Representation for Real Estate Brokers and Agents
- Litigation, Mediation, and Dispute Resolution
Construction Litigation and Payment Disputes
Bramnick Creed regularly represents construction contractors, subcontractors, and material suppliers in payment disputes and other construction litigation matters.
Our attorneys handle cases involving:
- Breach of construction contracts
- Change order claims
- Mechanic’s liens
- Bond claims
- Prompt payment violations
- Construction trust fund statute violations
- Contractor collections and payment disputes
Every year we help our clients collect millions of dollars in unpaid sums related to construction projects throughout Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, DC.
Our litigation team also works closely with clients to determine whether claims should proceed through litigation, negotiation, or other dispute resolution procedures.
Representing Homeowners in Contractor Disputes
Our civil litigation attorneys also represent homeowners pursuing claims against contractors. These disputes typically fall into two primary categories:
Performance related issues
These cases involve incomplete work, defective workmanship, or construction work that does not meet contractual or professional standards.
Home improvement licensing violations
Licensing violations are a significant issue in the District of Columbia. Under DC home improvement regulations, an unlicensed home improvement contractor has no legal right to collect unpaid money under a contract. In many cases, the contractor may also be required to return all money received from the homeowner, even if the work was properly performed.
Our attorneys are experienced in pursuing these claims and helping homeowners recover damages when contractors fail to comply with licensing laws or contractual obligations.
Residential Real Estate Disputes
Bramnick Creed’s civil litigation practice regularly involves residential real estate disputes and related matters. We represent both buyers and sellers facing legal conflicts that arise during real estate transactions.
Common real estate disputes include:
- Wrongful failure or refusal to complete settlement
- Disputes involving earnest money deposits
- Disagreements over contract contingencies
- Wrongful refusal to execute required releases
- Breach of real estate purchase agreements
- Specific performance claims
Our attorneys work to resolve these disputes efficiently while protecting our clients’ financial and contractual interests.
Legal Representation for Real Estate Brokers and Agents
Our civil litigation practice also includes representation of real estate brokers and licensed salespersons involved in disputes related to their professional activities.
We handle real estate matters including:
- Commission and fee disputes
- Wrongful termination of listing agreements
- Buyer agency agreement disputes
- Restrictive covenant enforcement, including non-compete and non-solicitation provisions
- Tortious interference with contract claims
- Real estate license violations before the real estate commission
Our attorneys understand the legal and regulatory issues that affect real estate professionals and work to protect their rights and business interests.
Litigation, Mediation, and Dispute Resolution
While we are always prepared to litigate cases through trial and appeal, our attorneys are also trained and experienced in alternative dispute resolution. We regularly assist clients through negotiation, mediation, and other dispute resolution procedures.
Many cases settle because of our commitment to developing creative solutions to difficult legal problems. Regardless of the strategy used, our mission remains the same: zealous advocacy and successful results for our clients.