Edward Kowalewski, Jr.

Edward focuses his practice on commercial and contract law, construction law and commercial litigation, litigation, appeals, alternative dispute resolution, commercial collections and commercial real estate development, leasing and financing. Specifically, in the area of construction law, he represents clients on private and public contracting claims, surety payment and performance bond claims and defense, mechanic's liens and contract terminations. Edward's clients include heavy highway, building and mechanical trade contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, developers and public and private owners.

Edward has appeared before numerous state and federal courts in order to resolve complex commercial disputes which arise in the course of his practice. When applicable, he has represented clients on alternative dispute resolution matters requiring arbitration or mediation.

Prior to joining Hodgson Russ, Edward was a shareholder at the law firm of McNamee Lochner, P.C. Prior to joining McNamee, he was a partner at Fox & Kowalewski, LLP.

• New York State Bar Association
• Saratoga County Bar Association
• New Jersey State Bar Association
• Former Member: Committee on Character and Fitness for the Fourth Judicial District, State of New York, Supreme Court Appellate Division, Third Department
• Arbitrator, Part 137, Attorney-Client Fee Dispute Resolution Program
• Associate Member: Associated General Contractors of New York State
• Professional Ski Instructors of America - Level II Certified