As a seasoned trial attorney, Judah has tried cases to verdict across the country in virtually every type of adjudicative forum and is an accomplished appellate advocate, having argued appeals in many federal and state appellate courts. Judah serves as co-chair of Barclay Damon's Power & Energy Construction and Construction & Surety Practice Areas.
Having won one of the largest liquidated damages awards in the history of the construction industry, Judah has extensive experience in construction-related matters, including power and energy construction matters in which he represents clients in EPC contracts and disputes. As noted by one client in Chambers & Partners, “Judah Lifschitz is excellent on his feet and a very good negotiator.” Other clients told Chambers, “Judah is an excellent construction litigator. He will always anticipate what the opposing counsel is going to do” and that he “comes up with the best business solution and does it in the most efficient manner possible. He is very good at getting matters resolved.” Judah represents governmental and private owners and regional, national, and international contractors, construction managers, subcontractors, design professionals, sureties, and insurance companies in disputes, trials, ADR proceedings, and negotiations.
Representing clients in complex commercial litigation, Judah has a wealth of experience in every aspect of trial practice, including shareholder and partnership disputes, real estate matters, contract disputes, civil RICO, and general commercial disputes. Additionally, he has represented clients in civil fraud investigations and brings extensive experience to his clients in government procurement issues. Judah’s clients represent a variety of industries, including construction, power and energy, aerospace, electronics, manufacturing, shipbuilding, and technology.