Publications/News
•Heald Law, Ltd. is pleased to announce Hannah M. Foye, Esq. has become a Shareholder. Hannah is a graduate of Roger Williams University. She will be working closely with our Attorneys with an emphasis on Mechanics’ Lien Law.
• The Martindale-Hubbell® Bar Register Preeminent Lawyers™ has recognized Heald Law, Ltd. as achieving the Highest Possible Peer Review Rating in both Legal Ability and Ethical Standards.
• Heald Law, Ltd.. received ranking from U.S. News – Best Law Firms. Rankings are based on a thorough evaluation process that includes client and lawyer evaluations, peer review from top attorneys in their field, and review of additional information provided by law firms as part of the formal submission process. Heald Law, Ltd. has been named a Tier 1 Metropolitan “Best Law Firm” in Rhode Island in the area of construction law. Construction lawyers not only represent contractors and subcontractors, but also material suppliers, architects, engineers, owners, developers, banks, sureties and insurance companies.
• AMERICAN ARBITRATION ASSOCIATION
Thomas W. Heald, Esq. has been selected by the American Arbitration Association as Neutral Arbitrator. The AAA’s National Roster of Arbitrators and Mediators consists of highly accomplished and respected experts from the legal and business communities who offer diverse experiences across a wide range of fields. Former federal and state judges, attorneys with exceptional subject-matter expertise, and business owners who understand the essence of the dispute are trained in a comprehensive program by the AAA to manage the dispute resolution process with fairness and skill, and an eye towards time- and cost-efficiency. These neutrals are bound by AAA established standards of behavior and ethics to be fair and unbiased.
• A PRACTICAL GUIDE TO CONSTRUCTION LAW IN RHODE ISLAND
Practice tools for each phase of construction representation – bidding through litigation
The twelve chapters were co-authored by Thomas W. Heald, Esq. of Heald Law, Ltd, whose combined expertise has been acquired through years of representing clients in Rhode Island construction matters, from bidding through contract negotiation, litigation and settlement. For more information and/or to purchase “A Practical Guide To Construction Law In Rhode Island,” please click here…
• Thomas W. Heald, Esq. has been named to the Super Lawyers list as one of the top attorneys in Rhode Island. Super Lawyers is a rating service of outstanding lawyers from more than 70 practice areas who have attained a high-degree of peer recognition and professional achievement. The selection process is multi-phased and includes independent research, peer nominations and peer evaluations.
• CONSTRUCTION LAW BULLETIN
Heald Law, Ltd. publishes informative newsletters by our attorneys. Click on the links below to view our newsletters in pdf. format.
- Winter 2020 – Rhode Island Legislature Enacts New 5% Retainage Statute
- Summer 2018 – Payment In Full Check
- Spring 2016 – Resolving Construction Disputes Through Mediation
- Fall 2015 – Legislature Clarifies “Notice of Possible Lien” Provisions in Rhode Island Mechanics’ Lien Statute
- Spring 2015 – New Massachusetts Retainage Law
- Spring 2014 – An Update on Bond and Lien Rights
- Summer 2012 – Pay or Explain – Understanding the Massachusetts Prompt Payment Act
- Spring 2010 – Contractors Now Required To Register With Contractors’ Registration Board; Liquidated Damages; Mechanics’ Lien
- Summer 2008 – Changes to the Rhode Island Mechanics’ Lien Statute; 10 Ways To Get Paid Faster in Massachusetts and Rhode Island
- Spring 2008 – Rhode Island Statute Restricts Contract Clauses; 2nd Lower Bidder Can Sue Low Bidder; Securing Payment on Massachusetts Projects
- Fall 2007 – Contractors’ Registration Board Statute Amended; Most Commercial & Residential Contractors Must Register; Statute Requires Certain Contract Provisions; New Contract Provision May Allow Contractors To Lien Without Mailing Notice of Possible Mechanics’ Lien
- Winter 2006 – Insurance Coverage Of Construction Disputes; Rhode Island Annual Reports
- Fall 2006 – New Rhode Island Mechanics’ Lien Statute Effective October 1, 2006; New, Tougher Contractors’ Registration Statute
- Mechanics’ Lien & Bond Claim Deadline Summary Revised 9/17/08
- Fall 2005 – Comparison of AIA and EJCDC Contract Provisions on MA & RI Construction Projects; Mechanics’ Lien & Bond Claim Deadline Summary (Insert)
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