SARASOTA, FL – Brett M. Henson, an associate in the Sarasota office, was recently appointed Publications Subcommittee Chair of the Florida Bar RPPTL Section’s Construction Law Committee.  The Construction Law Committee is a statewide organization committed to promoting the highest levels of knowledge, experience, and professionalism within the field of construction law.  The Committee is responsible for hosting the annual Construction Law Institute, publishing articles of interest in the Section’s quarterly publication, ActionLine, and fostering implementation and application of laws related to the construction industry.

Brett devotes a substantial portion of his practice to handling all types of construction disputes, including claims related to breach of contract, delay damages, workmanship and design defects, fidelity and surety bonds, and Florida’s Construction Lien Law.  He also counsels and assists construction industry professionals regarding dispute avoidance procedures, along with contract preparation, review, and negotiation. 

Brett received his J.D. and B.A. from Stetson University.

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