Paul R. Fitzgerald – Partner

Tel: 860.522.1243

Fax: 860.548.0194

E-Mail: pfitzgerald@mkrb.com

Paul practices in the areas of Construction & Surety Law, where he handles a broad range of construction-related matters on behalf of subcontractors, contractors, public and private owners, and sureties.  Paul has extensive experience litigating cases in state and federal court, and has resolved many disputes in arbitration and mediation. Paul frequently drafts, reviews and negotiates construction contracts.

Since 2002, Paul has been a contributing author on the topic of mechanic’s liens for the “Connecticut Bar Association Annual Construction Case Law Summary.” He also has given many presentations to construction trade groups and professional organizations on the topics of mechanic’s liens, payment bonds, and general payment issues in the construction industry.

Paul also serves as a legal advisor to the Connecticut Subcontractors Association. He is admitted to practice before the state and federal courts of Connecticut and Massachusetts.

Paul has been included in both the Connecticut and New England Super Lawyers® Rising Star lists in the area of Construction Litigation (2010, 2014, 2015). Paul was also listed as a New England and Connecticut Super Lawyer® in the area of Construction Litigation in 2017-2021. Finally, we’re happy to announce Paul Fitzgerald was included in the 2022 Edition of The Best Lawyers in America© for Construction Law!

Education

  • Boston College (Bachelor of Arts – 1997)
  • University of Connecticut School of Law (Juris Doctor – 2002)

Current Memberships

  • Connecticut Bar Association
  • Executive Committee of the Construction Law Section of the CBA