Steven R. Striffler is an attorney who also provides arbitration and mediation services in the area of complex construction disputes.  He has participated in arbitrations and mediations as both an attorney and as a construction professional. Representative projects include: Buildings (residential, commercial, education), Highways, Bridges, Viaducts, Tunnels, Rail, Airport, Water, and Wastewater.

Additionally, he holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Construction Engineering Technology with a minor in Business.  He received his Juris Doctor from Roger Williams University School of Law.  While attending law school at night, he was employed full-time as a senior construction engineer on Boston’s “Big Dig” project.

Steven’s unique background is invaluable in his role as a construction neutral to resolve construction disputes.

Training

• Introduction to Alternative Dispute Resolution, Roger Williams University School of Law.  36 hours of practical training in the skills and techniques used in arbitration, mediation, and other methods of non-bargaining dispute settlement

• DRB Administration and Practice Workshop, Dispute Resolution Board Foundation

Experience

• Massachusetts Home Improvement Contractor Arbitration Program