Aaron S. Evenchik

Dubbed zealous and creative by opposing counsel, Aaron S. Evenchik specializes in construction and real estate law, where he represents clients in both transactional and litigation matters. His cross-practice technique allows him to help resolve disputes innovatively and effectively. Aaron’s experience with transactions and handling multiple first chair litigation/arbitration matters enables him to better understand the goal of the deal and draft transactional documents to avoid problems and disputes. He advocates for and assists clients of all sizes to explore and close on properties, obtain zoning and to grow their businesses and meet their objectives.

He has first chair experience in construction, real estate, zoning, and contract disputes as well as in asserting lien and bond claims, defending and prosecuting claims for and against owners, contractors and subcontractors, as well as significant zoning litigation experience. Aaron’s degree in Civil Engineering and his experience working as in-house with a construction company allow him to understand construction and real estate clients’ business needs, operations and objectives.

Aaron represents general contractors, design/builders, subcontractors, developers, owners, specialty trades, suppliers and manufacturers in all aspects of construction and real estate law.

Outside of his practice, Aaron publishes articles and presents at seminars on construction, new subcontract terms & conditions and other construction contract and legal topics in Ohio.

Publications & Speaking Engagements

Title VI Serves as Possible Roadblock to Highway Project

April 19, 2021

Recent Federal Court Opinions Call Into Question the Legality of the CDC's Federal Eviction Moratorium

April 05, 2021

COVID-19 Impact On Development

April 03, 2020

The Effect of the COVID-19 Coronavirus on Construction

March 12, 2020

Getting Hot When You Can't Get Cool

November 01, 2019

What to Do When Your Employees Are Dive Bombed By Falcons

June 20, 2019

Contract Risk for Escalation Costs

May 03, 2019

HBA Supports City of Euclid Development Efforts

April 26, 2019

Construction Law: Advanced Issues and Answers

December 04, 2018 and December 07, 2018

Potential Transfer Tax and Real Estate Tax Changes on Entity Sales

December 03, 2018

Real Estate Law Institute 2018

November 09, 2018

Legal Aspects of Construction Law

November 08, 2018

Potential Transfer Tax + Real Estate Tax Changes on Entity Sales

November 02, 2018

Effective Project Documentation and Contract Provisions

September 12, 2018

Practical Guide to Zoning and Land Use Law

August 02, 2018

Real Estate Development in Downtown Cleveland

July 02, 2018

Managing Risk and Protecting Rewards in Design Build Construction

June 05, 2018

Best Practices with NIMBYs

April 02, 2018

Community Involvement

Hebrew Academy of Cleveland, Board Member, 2017-present

Cleveland Leadership Center, Civic Leadership Institute, Class of 2015

Cleveland Hillel Foundation, Executive Committee; Board of Directors; Member

City of University Heights, Financial Advisory Committee

Jewish Community Federation of Cleveland, Community Planning Committee.

Awards & Distinctions

The Best Lawyers in America®, Commercial Litigation, 2020-21

Rising Star, Ohio Super Lawyers®, 2013-2016

Honorable Mention Award - Hero Behind the Scenes, Project Love, 2015

Memberships & Affiliations

ACE Mentor Program Cleveland, Board of Directors, Member; Governance and Nominating Committee, Vice Chair, Member

Home Builder Association of Great Cleveland, Developers Council, Chairman

Ohio State Bar Association, Member

Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association, Member

Surety Association of Ohio, Member

Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Business Program, Participant