Our attorneys have been representing owners, developers and contractors, as well as bonding companies, in surety and construction bond-related matters for over thirty years.  During that time, the members of the firm have developed a broad range of skills to prosecute claims on behalf of sureties, obligees and contractors.  The firm regularly advises and represents clients relative to fidelity claims and handles, negotiates and, where necessary, litigates claims made under financial institution bonds, commercial blanket bonds and crime policies.  The attorneys at Hermes, Netburn, O’Connor & Spearing, P.C. have extensive experience representing issuers of contract and various other surety bonds, together with financial institution bonds, throughout the United States.  The firm has extensive experience in arranging for completion of bonded projects, negotiating with banks, contractors and governmental agencies, and handling the various types of litigation that arise out of such matters.  Our representation includes claims investigations and consultation, default analysis and negotiation, claims handling, litigation, mediation and arbitration, appeals and advice in drafting and negotiating various bond forms and endorsements. 

The firm’s surety practice is enhanced by its extensive construction, bankruptcy and litigation experience.  Whether negotiating a fair and equitable arrangement to move a construction project forward in a timely fashion or litigating a complex fidelity loss, the firm tailors its work in fidelity and surety matters to the client’s specific needs, requirements and goals.