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2024 Women in Construction: Rose Suriano, Brach Eichler

Rose Suriano
Member, Litigation Attorney
Brach Eichler

“As a member in Brach Eichler’s Construction and Real Estate groups, Rose represents companies at both the national and state level and is a “go to” litigator and attorney handling complex construction and real estate disputes. Rose commits to positioning clients for successful outcomes at every stage of a project.” - Lori Maltzman, Director of Marketing and Business Development at Brach Eichler.

What recent project, accomplishment or award are you most proud of? I am proud to take on complex cases that others feared and turn them in favor of our clients. From contract negotiations ($3 million - $100 million) to delay, damage, and change order claims to project close-out, we have a successful track record of helping our clients finish projects and get paid.

What do you like best about being a woman in the AEC industry? I strive to be a role model to younger women, including my three daughters. I am an active member and mentor in Professional Women in Construction and am proud to support young women with their career paths in the construction industry.

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