Larry Dany is lead partner of the Eversheds Sutherland (US) Construction Industry Practice Group in New York City. He helps clients across the construction industry resolve a wide variety of complex business and legal challenges through planning, contract negotiation and drafting, dispute avoidance, claim management, arbitration and litigation from inception through jury trial in state and federal courts across the country. Larry’s practice also focuses on occupational health and safety, and industrial and construction workplace incident response. When alleged violations arise, Larry guides internal investigations, prepares strategic responses to inquiries and defends entities in connection with investigations and enforcement actions brought by government agencies.
Larry is consistently recognized by leading publications as a “key name to note” (The Legal 500 United States 2016, 2017) and a “rising star” (Super Lawyers 2012-2017) in the area of construction law and litigation. He was honored as one of Engineering News-Record New York’s “Top 20 Under 40” (2016). Clients regularly commend Larry for his legal proficiency and manner with which he handles client matters. One client reports, “It’s not often I see a construction litigator who knows exactly where to look into the file and ask the pointed questions...and then quickly grasp the issues.”
From 2002 through 2003, Larry served as a law clerk to the Honorable Maurice M. Paul of the US District Court for the Northern District of Florida.
Clerkships
Honorable Maurice M. Paul, U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Florida
Awards and Rankings
Recognized by Chambers USA: Guide to Leading Business Lawyers in the area of construction (2018-2020)
Honored as one of Engineering News-Record New York’s Top 20 Under 40 (2016)
Recognized by The Legal 500 United States in the area of real estate and construction (2016-2017)
Selected for inclusion among New York Super Lawyers Rising Stars (2012-2017)
Experience
“To me it’s not just about what clients do, it’s about why they do it. It’s about what they believe. That I can help people and businesses overcome obstacles to realize a specific vision gives me great satisfaction.”
Experience
Represented a subsidiary of one of the world’s leading industrial and systems manufacturers, in a dispute with the New York City Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) concerning electrical work for a water filtration plant.
Represents a major multinational EPC contractor in a multimillion-dollar dispute with an electrical contractor concerning construction of an $875-plus million, 755-MW combined cycle plant in Maryland.
Represents a major multinational EPC contractor in disputes related to the $125 million expansion of an underground natural gas storage reservoir in Oregon.
Resolved a $20 million dispute between a major oil company and an EPC contractor concerning the construction of the critical riser pull-in system for a deepwater project platform.
Won an argument before the Appellate Division for the New York Supreme Court to vacate a $15 million judgment against an engineering, design and manufacturing company by one of the world’s largest real estate developers for claims sounding in a contract.
Represented a developer in resolving disputes with contractors concerning the delayed delivery of a 14-story, 389-unit multifamily and student housing project in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
Represented a developer in successful mediation to recover damages for defective construction of an in-structure pool.
Won a jury trial and $14 million in damages for an engineering, design and manufacturing company in litigation against the company's former president for breach of contractual and fiduciary duties.
Represents a major multinational EPC contractor in connection with multimillion-dollar claims by a defaulted subcontractor for wrongful termination, acceleration and loss of productivity.
Represents an electrical contractor in more than $25 million in disputes with the New York City Department of Environmental Protection over biological nutrient removal process upgrade work performed at three separate wastewater treatment plants.
Represented the general contractor in $200 million in disputes regarding the environmental abatement and deconstruction of the last remaining building at Ground Zero.
Defended successfully a construction manager in a multimillion-dollar seizure action.
Attained a complete recovery for a large commercial tenant in a dispute with a commercial condominium owner concerning defective fireproofing.
Conducted an internal investigation of the German and Italian subsidiaries of a multinational medical device company for suspected FCPA violations.
Achieved a favorable result for six individuals in an SEC investigation regarding alleged insider trading.
Won early dismissal of five actions challenging a financial services provider’s loan product and alleging disclosure and unfair trade violations.
Obtained dismissal of claims against a pro bono client in connection with the planning, financing and renovation/construction of a low-income housing and community center.
Resolved favorably a trial brought against an associated person by the CFTC alleging 100-plus violations of the Commodity Exchange Act and seeking millions of dollars in restitution and a permanent bar from the industry.
Represents a construction manager in a dispute arising from the construction of a $75 million senior care facility and in a subsequent dispute following hurricane flooding at the facility.
Successfully represented buyer in M&A transaction in a contested $4 million claim against indemnity escrow fund.
News
In the News
Wall Builder Ex-President Must Pay $15M over Trade Secrets (November 30, 2016)
Law360
Sutherland attorneys Lawrence Dany, Ronald Zdrojeski, Sarah Chaudhry and Mary Beth Martinez are mentioned in this Law360 article for representing Tesla Wall Systems LLC, who recently was awarded $15 ...
People on the Move - Lawrence Dany (December 23, 2015)
New York Business Journal
Partner Lawrence Dany is featured in this New York Business Journal article for being selected as one of Engineering News-Record (ENR) New York’s Top 20 Under 40.
ENR New York Announces 2016 Top 20 Under 40 Class (December 15, 2015)
Engineering News-Record (ENR)
Partner Lawrence Dany is mentioned in this ENR article for being selected as one of the publication's New York’s Top 20 Under 40. He joins an elite group of young professionals across the tri-state ...
A ‘Gotcha’ Move? Construction Industry Reacts to OSHA Fine Increase Bombshell (November 16, 2015)
Construction Dive
In an article published in Construction Dive, Sutherland Partner Lawrence Dany provides guidance on concerns from the construction industry over the 2016 federal budget bill raising the U.S. ...
Press Releases
24 Eversheds Sutherland Practice Areas, 63 Attorneys Named Among Nation’s Best in 2020 Chambers USA (April 23, 2020)
Eversheds Sutherland is pleased to announce that 24 practices and 63 attorneys have earned recognition in the 2020 edition of Chambers USA: America’s Leading Lawyers for Business. Chambers USA, a ...
Eversheds Sutherland Construction Team Nominated for Chambers USA Awards for Excellence 2018 (May 9, 2018)
Eversheds Sutherland (US) LLP is pleased to announce that the Construction practice has been selected as a finalist for the annual Chambers USA Awards for Excellence 2018. The awards are based on ...
Nine Eversheds Sutherland Attorneys Named 2017 New York Metro Super Lawyers and Rising Stars (September 20, 2017)
NEW YORK-Eversheds Sutherland is pleased to announce that five attorneys based in New York City have been selected as top attorneys in the state by Super Lawyers . Additionally, four attorneys have ...
19 Eversheds Sutherland (US) Practice Areas, 58 Attorneys Named Among Nation’s Best in 2017 Legal 500 United States (May 31, 2017)
Eversheds Sutherland (US) LLP is pleased to announce that 19 practice areas and 58 attorneys have been ranked in the 2017 edition of The Legal 500 United States. Legal 500 is a comprehensive survey ...
Ten Sutherland Attorneys Named 2016 New York Metro Super Lawyers and Rising Stars (September 21, 2016)
NEW YORK-Sutherland Asbill & Brennan LLP is pleased to announce that five of the firm’s attorneys based in New York City have been selected as top attorneys in the state by Super Lawyers . ...
16 Sutherland Practice Areas, 59 Attorneys Named Among Nation’s Best in 2016 Legal 500 United States (June 16, 2016)
ATLANTA and WASHINGTON-Sutherland Asbill & Brennan LLP is pleased to announce that 16 practice areas and 59 attorneys have been ranked in the 2016 edition of The Legal 500 United States. Legal 500 is ...
Sutherland Partner Lawrence Dany Named to ENR New York’s Top 20 Under 40 List (December 18, 2015)
NEW YORK-Sutherland Asbill & Brennan LLP is pleased to announce that Partner Lawrence Dany has been selected as one of Engineering News-Record (ENR) New York’s Top 20 Under 40. He joins an elite ...
Eleven Sutherland Attorneys Named 2015 New York Metro Super Lawyers and Rising Stars (September 16, 2015)
NEW YORK-Sutherland Asbill & Brennan LLP is pleased to announce that five of the firm’s attorneys based in New York City have been selected as top attorneys in the state by Super Lawyers. ...
Seven Sutherland Attorneys Named 2014 New York Metro Super Lawyers and Rising Stars (September 23, 2014)
NEW YORK-Sutherland Asbill & Brennan LLP is pleased to announce that four of the firm’s attorneys based in New York City have been selected as top attorneys in the state by Super Lawyers. ...
Sutherland 2010 Pro Bono Hours Add Up for Worthwhile Causes (April 27, 2011)
ATLANTA and WASHINGTON (April 27, 2011) - Sutherland Asbill and Brennan LLP today announced that in 2010 the firm’s attorneys spent more than 15,500 hours on 356 pro bono matters. The cases, which ...
Presentations
Settling Disputes While Avoiding Costly Discovery, Arbitration or Trial (May 5, 2019)
Federal Publications - The Masters Institute in Construction Contracting
Eversheds Sutherland Partner Larry Dany presents Settling Disputes While Avoiding Costly Discovery, Arbitration or Trial” at the Federal Publications - The Masters Institute in Construction ...
Construction SuperConference (December 10-12, 2018)
Eversheds Sutherland (US) attorneys Larry Dany, Jenny Fletcher and Jocelyn Weinstein attended the 33rd annual Construction SuperConference on December 10-12, 2018, in Las Vegas, Nevada. Eversheds ...
Avoiding and Minimizing Disputes on EPC Projects: From Contract Through Completion (January 11, 2018)
2018 EPC Contract Management Conference
Eversheds Sutherland (US) Partner Larry Dany moderates a panel “Avoiding and Minimizing Disputes on EPC Projects: From Contract Through Completion” at the 2018 EPC Contract Management Conference on ...
Construction SuperConference (December 4-6, 2017)
Eversheds Sutherland (US) Partner Larry Dany is speaking on a panel discussing “Predicting Success: Predictive Coding Strategies for Successful Data Review in Construction Claims and Disputes” at the ...
Construction Project Crisis Management: Preserving Company Value, Reputation, and Integrity in the Aftermath of Crises (December 5, 2016)
Sutherland Partner Larry Dany presents “Construction Project Crisis Management: Preserving Company Value, Reputation, and Integrity in the Aftermath of Crises” at the 2016 Construction ...
Managing the New Normal: Safety Regulation and Post-Incident Response (June 22, 2016)
Sutherland Asbill & Brennan LLP and FTI Consulting host a panel discussion focused on risk mitigation and effective crisis management on June 22, 2016, in New York, New York. Managing the Current ...
Webcast: Today’s Global World: Issue-Spotting in International Internal Investigations (June 15, 2016)
Corporate scandals in recent years and the ensuing passage of Sarbanes-Oxley, Dodd-Frank, and other compliance-based legislation have resulted in an increase in company-initiated internal ...
Webcast: BICE and Other Four-Letter Words: Litigation and Enforcement Under the DOL Fiduciary Proposal (February 24, 2016)
Sutherland attorneys Olga Greenberg, Brian Rubin, Larry Polk, Mark Smith, Phil Stano, Gail Westover, Wilson Barmeyer and Carol McClarnon present BICE and Other Four-Letter Words: Litigation and ...
The Rise of Modular Construction: Emerging Commercial & Legal Issues (December 8, 2015)
Construction SuperConference
Sutherland Partners Jenny Fletcher and Larry Dany present, The Rise of Modular Construction: Emerging Commercial & Legal Issues, at the Construction SuperConference in San Diego on Tuesday, ...
Settling Disputes While Avoiding Costly Discovery, Arbitration or Trial (June 22, 2015)
Federal Publications - The Masters Institute in Construction Contracting
Sutherland Partner Larry Dany presents Settling Disputes While Avoiding Costly Discovery, Arbitration or Trial” at the Federal Publications - The Masters Institute in Construction Contracting ...
Publications
“The greatest benefit of a national construction practice is that it provides me the opportunity to work every day with the men and women who literally build our cities and communities, from skyscrapers to highways and everything in between.”
Legal Alerts
COVID-19 checklist for real estate and construction projects (March 17, 2020)
With each passing day, the number of COVID-19 cases continues to rise and jurisdictions across the world are working hard to contain the contagion. People are rightly concerned about the impact that ...
Legal Alert: State and Local Government Contractors in Georgia Face False Claims Act Liability Formerly Seen Only on Federal Jobs (May 30, 2012)
Legal Alert: Federal Agencies Approve Final Rules on Credit Card and Overdraft Practices (December 23, 2008)
Legal Alert: Federal Agencies Propose Changes to Rules on Credit Card and Overdraft Services (May 7, 2008)
Legal Alert: U.S. Supreme Court Rules Federal Arbitration Act Supersedes State Laws Vesting Jurisdiction in Administrative Forums (February 22, 2008)
Articles
5 Steps to Proactively Prepare Your Construction Project to Get Back Online After the COVID-19 Crisis (March 31, 2020)
Construction Dive
Large swathes of the US population are under unprecedented shelter-in-place orders, which exempt only “essential” or “life-sustaining” workers. Some jurisdictions define construction as an essential ...
Are Design Professionals Liable for Failing to Anticipate the Effects of Climate Change? (May 9, 2019)
The Architect's Newspaper
We do not need more vivid reminders that extreme weather events have the potential to cause appalling loss of life and tremendous property damage. We are becoming increasingly confident that these ...
Expedited Construction Dispute Resolution in New York and England and Wales: A Comparison (December 15, 2017)
New York Law Journal
Over the last two decades, a quiet revolution has taken place in construction dispute resolution across much of the common-law legal world. Following the lead of England and Wales, many foreign ...
Objectively Evaluate Safety Gaps for Accurate Risk Analysis in Construction (December 12, 2016)
Construction Executive Risk Management
Following a construction safety incident, it is not uncommon to examine the event and conclude that the cause of the incident was simple and preventable. Countless prior investigations have confirmed ...
Re-evaluate Construction Safety Assumptions to Avoid Legal Risks (August 12, 2016)
ForConstructionPros.com
Regulators have become increasingly aggressive in investigating and imposing penalties for deemed safety failures, which raises the questions of why such incidents persist and what can be done to ...
Preparing for a Government Investigation or Enforcement Action (July 19, 2016)
Construction Executive
Government investigations are on the rise. In recent years, the construction industry, in particular, has been the focus of increased legislation and related regulatory enforcement. Unfortunately, ...
Avoiding DBE Program Fraud (May 2016)
Construction Today
In recent years, compliance with Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) programs has spawned government investigations and enforcement actions, causing concern among contractors and suppliers alike. ...
Training on Employee Rights, Obligations and Legal Protection in the Event of a Work-Related Incident (May 24, 2016)
Construction Executive
Under federal and state laws, and most principally the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA), workers have a right to a safe workplace free of known health and safety hazards. Should an incident ...
Key Considerations for a Post-Incident Media Response (March 24, 2016)
Construction Executive
In today’s world, news of a corporate disaster or fatal injury travels fast. In less than a minute from the time an incident occurs, media phone calls begin. There are countless recent examples of ...
Suppliers in the Crosshairs: Enforcement of Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Programs (Winter 2015)
Partnering Perspectives
In their article for the Winter 2015 edition of Partnering Perspectives, Patti Gorham and Larry Dany discuss the risks to suppliers of the increasingly aggressive regulatory enforcement of ...
Newsletters
Partnering Perspectives: Insights from Inside and Outside the Corporate Law Department (Winter 2015)
Partnering Perspectives
Sutherland is pleased to present the latest edition of Partnering Perspectives, which provides insight into a number of legal developments and preventive measures that may benefit legal practices and ...
