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Kegler Brown Hill + Ritter Director Eric Travers has received the American Subcontractors Association (ASA) Attorneys Council Attorney of the Year Award. Eric accepted the award at ASA’s 60th SubExcel Conference in Florida.

Eric is one of Ohio’s most accomplished construction attorneys. He represents general contractors, subcontractors, owners, suppliers, architects, construction managers, and others across the building industry. His work with ASA includes representing the association’s interests before the U.S. Supreme Court.

Eric advises clients on all aspects of construction law. That includes payment disputes, contract drafting and negotiation, bid qualifications, and risk management. He also preserves, enforces, and defends mechanic’s lien and bond claims, and he handles change order issues such as delay, acceleration, and changed conditions. When disputes arise, Eric helps clients find cost-effective resolutions through mediation and arbitration. He also tries cases in state and federal court and handles appeals.

Eric writes and speaks nationally on construction industry topics, including mechanic’s liens, surety claims, and contract negotiation. His recent writing for subcontractors covers why retainage remains a persistent challenge and how to manage the risk. He has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2020 and in Columbus CEO Top Lawyers since 2022.