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Donald A. Niesen
also known as Don Niesen
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About Donald
Biography
Our law firm specializes in Construction law and litigation. Since 2005, I have been Board Certified by The Florida Bar as a specialist in Construction Law. All three partners in our firm are Board Certified in Construction Law. I have represented owners, contractors, subcontractors, material suppliers and bond surety companies. Although I live in Gainesville, I travel throughout the State of Florida and the Southeastern U.S. to serve clients in the construction industry. Routine matters handled include those dealing with design and construction of improvements on private and public projects including dispute resolution, contract negotiation, preparation, award and administration, oversight and document review, construction scheduling and delay analysis and delay claims, construction licensing, construction liens, bond claims and Federal Miller Act (bond) claims and defenses.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Appeals
20%
Business
20%
Construction and Development
20%
26 years
Contracts and Agreements
20%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 300-350 per hour
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
Licenses
Licensed in Florida for 37 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 1988
No misconduct found
Location
Niesen|Price|Worthy|Campo
(352) 373-9099
Fax
5216 SW 91st Dr, ( Haile Plantation Town Center ), Gainesville, FL, 326083006
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Donald A. Niesen's Reviews
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Posted by Karen | June 7, 2023 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Karen Kilgore, Ph.D.
Mr. Nieson heard my "story" about issues I had with a general contractor behind schedule, as well as, issues regarding permits and an insurance claim. I took over 30 minutes. He listened, then he took less than 15 minutes to identify the key issues from a legal standpoint and action steps that could ...
Posted by Richard | July 28, 2015
Richard
I am the owner of a shopping center in Florida. I had hired an attorney to represent me in a faulty roof installation case. The suit was going nowhere, so i hired Don to represent me in the case. He was able to obtain a settlement that not only allowed me to install a new roof but I received reimb...
Posted by Denise | November 19, 2009
CLIENT REVIEW
Mr. Niesen handles our construction company contracts and agreements. He represented our company in a 2004 preach of contract law suit. He reached a full settlement on our behalf along with attorney fee's and costs incurred. Our company has been very satisfied with his services. We appreciate t...
Posted by Carmen | November 16, 2009
Contractors Educational Services
Don Neisen is a great guy to have on your side. Not only is he an extremely informed attorney, he is also an easy guy to talk with about the law. Don has been one of the attorneys from the Robertson Group who has been teaching laws and rules to my contractors for the last five years. He relates we...
Posted by Joe Williams | November 13, 2009
Joe Williams of Little & Williams, Inc. would recommend Don Niesen
I feel that Don Niesen is a competent lawyer with a thorough understanding of construction law. He was easily available and kept us up to date with the status of our case.
Donald A. Niesen's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer."
Michael Sechrest
Construction and development lawyer | Jan 16
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I highly recommend Don. He is my competitor but I have nothing but respect for him. I would recommend him for cases of the highest complexity and have complete trust in his ability and judgment."
"Construction disputes, mediations, trials, arbitrations - Don has the ability, knowledge and experience every client needs. I endorse this lawyer."
"I have the utmost respect for Don, both personally and professionally. Don is a top-notch construction litigator!"
Amanda Bennett
Litigation lawyer
Robert Doan
Mediation lawyer
Michael Sechrest
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Mark Fraser
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Monique Cardenas
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David Worthy
Construction and development lawyer
John Campo
Construction and development lawyer
Edward Savitz
Construction and development lawyer
Experience
Honors
2005
Board Certification; Construction Law, The Florida Bar
2004
Certified Instructor, Construction Industry Licensing Board, DBPR, State of Florida
N/A
Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell
N/A
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
2010 - Present
Partner, Niesen|Price|Worthy|Campo
1900 - Present
Partner, Niesen | Price | Worthy | Campo, P.A.
2003 - 2010
Partner, Robertson Group, P.L.
2000 - 2003
Attorney, Peter A. Robertson & Assoc.
1997 - 2000
LtCol; Judge Advocate, USMC
1992 - 1997
Major, Judge Advocate, USMC
Associations
2012 - Present
Builders Assoc. of North Central FloridaMember
2012 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2010 - Present
North Florida Association of Real Estate AttorneysMember
2003 - Present
Construction Law Committee, Florida BarMember
2000 - Present
Eight Judicial Circuit Bar Association
1988 - Present
Florida BarMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Olney Earthworks Inc. v. Community Asphalt Corp. & Travelers Casualty and Surety Co. of America
Final Judgment in our client's favor for over $930,000. Adding our client's claims for attorneys fees and costs, obtained a total recovery of $1.375 Million.
Spectrum Interiors v. Exterior Walls, 65 So.3d 543 (Fla 5th DCA 2011)
Obtained Final Judgment for our client after a 2-week Jury Trial; Prevailed again at the contested Retrial before the trial judge; prevailed after two post-trial appeals; Total recovery: $1,697,430.
Murphy Pipeline Contractors v. B.A. Wilson, Inc.; RLI Ins.Co.;City of Lawtey; Kelly Engineering, Inc.; NBE 2005, Inc.
Settlement over $ 2 Million on eve of Jury Trial
Water Equipment Services, Inc. v. Sarasota County, Baskerville Donovan, Inc. & Kert Jensen, P.E.
Won 3 wk Jury Trial against owner + Designer
K.C. Petroleum, Inc. v Hedin Construction & KNK Ventures
Won Jury Trial for Construction Lien Forclosure
Education
1988
University of Florida, College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1980
University of Florida
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2012
Contractors Educational Services
Florida Certified Contractor Re-Certification
2011
Contractors Educational Services
Florida Registered Contractor Re-Certification
2010
Contractors Educational Services
Florida Certified General Contractor Re-Certification
2009
W.W. Gay, Inc.- In House Training
Construction Contracts; Understanding the Issues
2009
Lorman; Jacksonville FL
Fundamentals of Construction Contracts in Florida
2009
Contractors Educational Services
Contractor Re-Certification
2008
Lorman; Sarasota FL
Construction Delay Claims
2008
Contractors Educational Services
Contractor Re-Certification
2007
Lorman; Jacksonville FL
Construction Law, From Contract to Closeout
2007
Lorman, Pensacola FL
Construction Law, From Contract to Closeout
2007
Contractors Educational Services
Contractor Re-Certification
2006
Lorman; Orlando FL
Performance Bond Defaults in Florida
2006
Lorman; Orlando FL
Construction Delay Claims
2005
Lorman; Jacksonville FL
Construction Contracts and Purchase Orders in Florida
Publications
2009
Fundamentals of Construction Contracts
Differing Site Conditions
2006
Construction Delay Claims in Florida
Delay Terminology; Contract Clauses Dealing with Delay
2005
Construction Contracts and Purchase Orders in Florida
Purchase Orders
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
Do I have to subpoena a witness or can I bring them to court?
23 Jul 2015
Q&A
Is a contract hearsay
01 Jul 2013
Q&A
Are handwritten changes or additions to a printed contract considered to be part of the contract?
28 May 2013