News & Publications

Punch Lists in Construction Projects: Preventing Small Issues from Becoming Legal Disputes

Punch lists in construction projects—final project items like touch ups and debris removal that must be completed before closeout—can quickly escalate from minor tasks into costly disputes if not properly managed. A Building Washington feature, authored by Bean, Kinney & Korman attorneys Juanita Ferguson and Andrew Gregg, highlights how miscommunication, inconsistent documentation, and unclear expectations often lead to disagreements between owners, contractors, and project teams at the end of…

July 12, 2023

Construction

Punch Lists: Minor Tasks Do Not Need to Become a Major Pain Point

Punch Lists: Minor Tasks Do Not Need to Become a Major Pain Point

July 12, 2023

Business and Financial Services

Alexandra M. Fletcher, Allison K. Riddle, and Joseph P. Macy Join Bean, Kinney & Korman

Bean, Kinney & Korman welcomes three new associate attorneys specializing in family law, commercial and employment litigation, and construction and government contracting litigation, respectively.

July 7, 2023

2023 Super Lawyers

Bean, Kinney & Korman congratulates twelve attorneys named 2023 Virginia and Washington D.C. Super Lawyers and four attorneys recognized as Rising Stars across litigation, family law, and corporate practice areas.

April 28, 2023

Bankruptcy, Restructuring and Creditors’ Rights

Business bankruptcies rising, say Greater Washington experts

An increase in business bankruptcies across the Greater Washington region reflects mounting financial strain as companies contend with rising interest rates, tighter credit, and shifting market conditions. More businesses are turning to bankruptcy not just as a last resort, but as a strategic option to restructure or wind down operations in an orderly way. Bean, Kinney & Korman attorney Andrea Campbell Davison notes the surge firsthand, stating, “I have more clients reaching out on bankruptcy…

April 28, 2023

Divorce and Family Law

James W. Korman, Emeritus, Retires After 54 Years at Bean, Kinney & Korman

Bean, Kinney & Korman celebrates the retirement of James W. Korman, a founding name partner and legendary family law and litigation attorney whose 54-year career shaped the firm's legacy.

March 29, 2023

Business and Financial Services

Bean, Kinney & Korman Represents Cerberus in a Transaction with Redwood Software

Bean, Kinney & Korman served as exclusive legal advisor to Cerberus, a secure file transfer solutions leader, in its acquisition transaction with enterprise automation company Redwood Software.

February 8, 2023

Real Estate

Six Bean, Kinney & Korman Attorneys Named in the Washingtonian's 2022 Top Lawyers List

Washingtonian Magazine recognized six Bean, Kinney & Korman attorneys --- including five family law specialists and a real estate expert --- among Washington's top legal talent for 2022.

November 28, 2022

Business and Financial Services

Bean, Kinney & Korman Named a 2023 "Best Law Firm" for Twelfth Consecutive Year

U.S. News and Best Lawyers® recognized Bean, Kinney & Korman as a 2023 "Best Law Firm," earning first-tier regional and national rankings in construction and litigation for the twelfth consecutive year.

November 3, 2022

Bean, Kinney & Korman Named One of Arlington Magazine's 2022 Best Places to Work

Arlington Magazine recognized Bean, Kinney & Korman as one of its 2022 Best Places to Work, honoring the firm's positive workplace culture and commitment to employees in the Arlington, Virginia region.

October 19, 2022