How a Construction Business Hired a Lawyer to Draft a Construction Services Agreement in Massachusetts

In 2025, a business in Massachusetts sought assistance with drafting a construction services agreement as part of a house renovation project valued at approximately $2,170,000. The client needed to ensure that each subcontractor, including plumbers, electricians, and HVAC professionals, was properly contracted, and they were particularly interested in including warranty provisions for a year on the services provided. Additionally, the client had specific payment terms in mind, seeking a 70% deposit upfront, 15% near completion, and the final 15% after inspection. As a result, the client received three proposals from qualified attorneys, with flat fee bids ranging from $500 to $850. Each proposal was crafted to meet the client’s tight deadline of less than a week,