James A. Cardenas

Partner

New York
77 Water Street
Suite 2100
New York, New York 10005

Phone: 212.232.1374
Fax: 212.232.1399
Email: [email protected]

James Cardenas is a Partner in the New York office of Lewis Brisbois Bisgaard & Smith, LLP where his practice focuses on the representation of architects and engineers in the defense of claims for design related errors and omissions. As part of his A/E practice, Jim frequently reviews contracts for design professionals vetting them for unfavorable clauses and ensuring that the parties’ intentions are clearly conveyed by the language being utilized. Contract reviews are performed in short form touching upon major categories only in a limited one hour review or can consist of complete review and drafting of entire agreements. Jim also participates in servicing a 24 hour telephone hotline providing quick answers and solutions to select Architects and Engineers who are covered by the program. Jim also handles a significant number of construction defect claims against owner/developers, construction management firms, design professionals and general contractors throughout NY and NJ. Additionally, he continues to maintain a significant case load of various general negligence defense matters throughout NY and NJ.

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