Adam Poliner

Associate

Recent Publication:

AAA Updates Its Construction Industry Arbitration Rules and Mediation Procedures

Wendy Klein Keane discusses the American Arbitration Association's Rules updated Construction Industry Arbitration Rules and Mediation Procedures. The rules were update to reflect technological advances, promote efficiency, and clarify rules.

Adam concentrates his practice on commercial litigation and construction law. He counsels owners, developers, contractors, subcontractors, and other professionals in all phases of the construction process, including all manner of contract disputes.

Before practicing law, Adam practiced architecture for three years at a highly-regarded Washington, D.C. architecture firm, where he participated in designing office towers, multi-residential buildings, museums, and schools. His architecture experience gives him a unique understanding of the needs of his clients. Prior to joining the firm, Adam was an associate with an international Am Law 100 firm, where he gained commercial litigation experience in the areas of construction, insurance, and trade secret disputes.

Adam earned his law degree from the University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School, where he was associate editor of Penn Law’s Journal of International Law.  Adam earned his bachelor of science degree in architecture from the University of Virginia.

Publications

AAA Updates Its Construction Industry Arbitration Rules and Mediation Procedures

March 18, 2024

Wendy Klein Keane discusses the American Arbitration Association's Rules updated Construction Industry Arbitration Rules and Mediation Procedures. The rules were update to reflect technological advances, promote efficiency, and clarify rules.

Build America, Buy America Final Guidance Issued [Alert]

August 28, 2023

Lawrence M. Prosen and Adam R. Poliner discuss OMB's final guidance to promote American made materials in federally funded projects.

Congress Offers Limited Monetary Relief to Certain Defense Contractors Battling Inflation [Alert]

April 10, 2023

Congress granted the DoD new authority to modify existing fixed-price contracts to compensate defense contractors for increased costs arising from inflation.

Education

  • University of Pennsylvania Law School, J.D., 2019
  • University of Virginia, B.S., 2012
  • Virginia
  • District of Columbia
  • U.S. District Court -- Eastern District of Virginia
  • U.S. District Court -- Western District of Virginia