Christopher A. Cornwall

Christopher A. Cornwall

Construction Law

5.0 (1 reviews)
Detroit, Michigan
36+ years experience
Dickinson Wright PLLC
Updated:

Contact Information

500 Woodward Avenue, Suite 4000, Detroit, MI 48226-3425
Login to Contact

Create an account to contact this attorney

Bio

Christopher A. Cornwall focuses his practice on complex Commercial and Business Litigation and Construction law. With a depth of experience in litigation, Mr. Cornwall represents corporations in business disputes, including breach of contract, tortious interference, fraud, non-compete provisions, shareholder claims and buy-sell agreements. He counsels business and private owners in real estate matters, including adverse possession, zoning issues, restrictive covenants, variances, boundary disputes, title issues and nuisance claims.Mr. Cornwall represents several large real estate companies, brokers and agents in complex real estate matters, including claims of fraud, misrepresentation and mortgage fraud. He is very experienced at assisting owners and developers in drafting and negotiating construction contracts, real estate purchases, Brownfield issues and defending complex construction claims. Mr. Cornwall represents national and local construction companies in construction disputes, including lien and bond claims, delays, scheduling, cost escalation, differing site conditions, defective design, cardinal change, extras, and cumulative impact claims. He serves as the Midwest Region Construction Chair for the firm. Christopher A. Cornwall focuses his practice on complex Commercial and Business Litigation and Construction law. With a depth of experience in litigation, Mr. Cornwall represents corporations in business disputes, including breach of contract, tortious interference, fraud, non-compete provisions, shareholder claims and buy-sell agreements. He counsels business and private owners in real estate matters, including adverse possession, zoning issues, restrictive covenants, variances, boundary disputes, title issues and nuisance claims.Mr. Cornwall represents several large real estate companies, brokers and agents in complex real estate matters, including claims of fraud, misrepresentation and mortgage fraud. He is very experienced at assisting owners and developers in drafting and negotiating construction contracts, real estate purchases, Brownfield issues and defending complex construction claims. Mr. Cornwall represents national and local construction companies in construction disputes, including lien and bond claims, delays, scheduling, cost escalation, differing site conditions, defective design, cardinal change, extras, and cumulative impact claims. He serves as the Midwest Region Construction Chair for the firm. Christopher A. Cornwall focuses his practice on complex Commercial and Business Litigation and Construction law. With a depth of experience in litigation, Mr. Cornwall represents corporations in business disputes, including breach of contract, tortious interference, fraud, non-compete provisions, shareholder claims and buy-sell agreements. He counsels business and private owners in real estate matters, including adverse possession, zoning issues, restrictive covenants, variances, boundary disputes, title issues and nuisance claims. Mr. Cornwall represents several large real estate companies, brokers and agents in complex real estate matters, including claims of fraud, misrepresentation and mortgage fraud. He serves as the Midwest Region Construction Chair for the firm.

Practice Areas

Construction Law

Awards & Recognition

  • Lawyer of the Year: Construction Law, Detroit (2023)
  • Recognized: Construction Law

Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2013

Education

  • Case Western Reserve University, J.D., graduated 1989

Reviews

J

Jacob Parker

2 weeks ago

Essential Counsel for Complex Construction Litigation

Our company faced a high-stakes dispute with a general contractor over significant project delays and cost overruns. Mr. Cornwall’s deep expertise in construction law, honed over 36 years, was immediately evident. His strategic guidance through the litigation process was exceptional. He leveraged his profound understanding of commercial disputes to secure a favorable settlement that protected our interests entirely. The recent recognition of his capabilities in the field is well-deserved. For any business navigating complex legal challenges in Detroit, his counsel is invaluable.

Write a Review

Please login to leave a review for this attorney.

Login to Review

Don't have an account? Create one

Related Attorneys

Stephen Berezowskyj

Stephen Berezowskyj

Construction Law

Phoenix
5.0 (1 reviews)
View Profile
SR

Stephen Reaume

Corporate Law Mergers and Acquisitions Law

Detroit, MI
5.0 (1 reviews)
View Profile
John C. Cashen

John C. Cashen

Employment Law - Management

Troy, MI
5.0 (1 reviews)
View Profile
AH

Alex Haney

Corporate Law

Detroit, MI
5.0 (1 reviews)
View Profile