Construction Law Attorney in Dearborn
Serving Dearborn and all of Wayne County from our office right here in the city.
LegalSolv represents Dearborn clients in construction law matters. Dearborn is our home city and the heart of the Arab American community in Metro Detroit, with local cases heard at the 19th District Court on Michigan Avenue. Because our office is right here in Dearborn, you get a Wayne County firm that knows the local courts and procedures firsthand.
Construction Law matters we handle for Dearborn clients
Construction defect claims, mechanic's liens, payment disputes, and contractor and owner representation.
The same attorney who takes your call handles your case from the first consultation through resolution, whether the matter settles, is negotiated, or has to be argued in court.
Where Dearborn construction law cases are handled
Construction liens on Dearborn projects must be recorded with the Wayne County Register of Deeds within the hard deadlines set by the Michigan Construction Lien Act, and missing one can void the lien entirely. Payment and defect disputes are resolved in the 19th District Court or the Wayne County Circuit Court depending on the amount, and many construction contracts also require arbitration first.
Knowing the right venue early matters. It sets the deadlines, the filing requirements, and the judges your case will be in front of, and it is one of the first things we sort out for a Dearborn client.
Official Michigan references: Michigan Construction Lien Act (Act 497 of 1980), Michigan LARA — Construction Codes.
What to expect working with us from Dearborn
Getting started is simple. We handle the first consultation by phone or video, meet at the 19th District Court or the Wayne County courthouse on hearing days, and keep you updated directly rather than through a case manager. Our work is done in English and Arabic, which matters for many families across Wayne County.
For the full detail on how we approach these cases, see our Construction Law practice page, or call (313) 425-5555 to talk through your situation.
Why Dearborn clients choose LegalSolv
- A Wayne County firm based in Dearborn, familiar with the 19th District Court and the Wayne County Circuit Court.
- Direct access to the attorney handling your case, not an intake screener.
- Representation in English and Arabic.
- Consistent rates for every Wayne County client, whether in Dearborn or across the county.
We also help Dearborn clients with other matters. See everything we handle in Dearborn.
Frequently Asked Questions
Our office is right in Dearborn, at 22226 Garrison St. We also offer phone and video consultations and can meet at the 19th District Court or the Wayne County courthouse on hearing days.
Yes. While our office is in Dearborn, we represent clients throughout Wayne County, including Detroit, Dearborn Heights, and the Downriver communities, all handled by the same attorneys.
Construction liens on Dearborn projects must be recorded with the Wayne County Register of Deeds within the hard deadlines set by the Michigan Construction Lien Act, and missing one can void the lien entirely. Payment and defect disputes are resolved in the 19th District Court or the Wayne County Circuit Court depending on the amount, and many construction contracts also require arbitration first.
Michigan's Construction Lien Act requires the lien claim to be recorded within 90 days of the last day labor or materials were furnished to the project. A Notice of Furnishing must also be filed within 20 days of first work for most subcontractors and suppliers. Missing these deadlines generally extinguishes the lien rights.
A construction defect claim is a legal action alleging that work performed on a building or improvement failed to meet the contract specifications, building code, or industry standards. Common defects include structural problems, water intrusion, code violations, and material failures. Recoverable damages can include repair costs, diminution in value, and consequential losses.
Liability depends on what caused the defect. The general contractor, subcontractor, designer (architect or engineer), or material supplier may all be liable depending on which party's work or product caused the failure. Michigan also has a 6-year statute of repose for construction defect claims, with limited exceptions.
Visit Our Dearborn Office
We represent Dearborn construction law clients across Wayne County from our office here in Dearborn.
- Address 22226 Garrison St
Dearborn, MI 48124 - Phone (313) 425-5555
- Hours Mon - Fri: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
- Languages English & Arabic
Talk to a Dearborn Construction Law Attorney
Call (313) 425-5555 or request a consultation. We serve Dearborn and all of Wayne County from our office here in Dearborn.