Pike & Gilliss

Pike & Gilliss, LLC is a law firm that has a long history of providing exceptional legal services to its clients. Our team of experienced attorneys has a deep understanding of the law, and we pride ourselves on providing personalized, practical, and cost-effective representation. Our firm was established in 2010 by Pat Pike and David Gilliss, who have decades of experience in the fields of surety, fidelity, construction, and commercial litigation.

Our Philosophy

At Pike & Gilliss, LLC, we believe that effective representation means understanding our clients' unique needs and tailoring our services to meet those needs. We focus on building long-term relationships with our clients, and we strive to provide personalized attention and expert guidance throughout the duration of a case. Our attorneys are dedicated to staying up-to-date on the latest developments in the law, ensuring that our clients receive the best possible representation.

Practice Areas

Our firm has extensive experience in a range of practice areas, including construction law, contract surety, fidelity law, insurance coverage, creditors' rights, and commercial litigation. We represent clients in both state and federal courts, as well as in arbitration and alternative dispute resolution.

Construction Law

In our construction law practice, we represent clients engaged in all aspects of the construction industry, including general contractors, owners, architects, engineers, sub-contractors, vendors, and suppliers. Our services include:

• Contract negotiation and drafting;
• Design and defect litigation;
• Performance and payment bond claims;
• Mechanics' liens; and
• Trust fund statute claims.

Contract Surety

We have substantial experience representing clients in contract surety matters, including:

• Investigating defaulting principals and obligees;
• Assessing performance and payment bond claims;
• Determining whether to finance or complete a project;
• Tendering a defense; and
• Identifying and asserting appropriate defenses.

Attorneys

Our team of experienced attorneys includes Patrick M. Pike, David D. Gilliss, Joel P. Williams, Anthony J. M. Kikendall, Eric G. Korphage, and Robert H. Kline. Our attorneys have received numerous awards and recognitions, including Martindale Hubbell's highest "AV" Preeminent Peer Review Rating, and have been recognized by the annual Maryland Super Lawyers, America's Best Lawyers, and Maryland's "Top 100" Lawyer publications.

Contact Us

If you are in need of exceptional legal representation, please do not hesitate to contact us. We would be pleased to discuss your legal needs and explore how we can assist you.