Question 1

Where is Truax Law Group located?

Accepted Answer

Truax Law Group is located at 36718 Detroit Road in Avon, Ohio 44011. We're conveniently situated in the French Creek Historical District with easy access to I-90 via the Center Road exit, Route 83, and Route 611. Free parking is available. Our office serves clients throughout Northeast Ohio, including Cleveland, Lorain, Elyria, and all of Lorain and Cuyahoga Counties.

Question 2

What are Truax Law Group's hours of operation?

Accepted Answer

Truax Law Group is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Weekend appointments are available by request. Contact us at (440) 534-6733 to schedule a consultation outside regular business hours.

Question 3

What areas does Truax Law Group serve?

Accepted Answer

Truax Law Group serves clients throughout Ohio, with a focus on Northeast Ohio including Avon, Cleveland, Lorain, Elyria, North Olmsted, Westlake, Avon Lake, North Ridgeville, and surrounding communities in Lorain and Cuyahoga Counties. Phil Truax is also licensed in Kentucky. The firm has represented contractors and businesses on projects statewide.

Question 4

What types of construction law services does Truax Law Group provide?

Accepted Answer

Truax Law Group provides comprehensive construction law services including contract negotiation and drafting, mechanic's liens, bond claims, payment disputes, change orders, lien waivers, claim notices, construction litigation, arbitration, and mediation. We represent general contractors, subcontractors, specialty trades, material suppliers, project owners, and design professionals in both public and private construction projects.

Question 5

Does Truax Law Group offer free consultations?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Truax Law Group offers consultations for construction, business, and real estate matters. Contact us at (440) 534-6733 or through our website to schedule an appointment. We believe in getting to know you and your business upfront to provide the most effective legal strategy.

Question 6

What makes Truax Law Group different from other law firms?

Accepted Answer

Truax Law Group brings real-world construction experience to legal practice. Founder Phil Truax spent five years working as a laborer and foreman on large commercial construction projects before becoming an attorney. The firm is the only small-to-medium-sized construction law firm in Ohio ranked by Chambers USA Spotlight. We offer a no-nonsense, solutions-based approach focused on communication and genuine care for client success.

Question 7

Who should contact Truax Law Group?

Accepted Answer

Contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers who aren't getting paid should contact us immediately. Property owners with contractor performance issues or construction defects benefit from our representation. Small business owners needing contract review, entity formation, real estate transactions, or succession planning should also reach out. The best time to contact us is before signing any construction contract or participating in a transaction.

Question 8

What experience does Truax Law Group have?

Accepted Answer

Truax Law Group's construction team offers 70+ combined years of experience. The firm has negotiated hundreds of millions of dollars in construction contracts, preserved and pursued hundreds of construction claims, mechanic's liens, and bond claims, and prevailed in dozens of construction disputes in arbitration, trial, and pre-trial motion practice. Phil Truax has been a Super Lawyers honoree for seven consecutive years (2019-2025).

Question 9

What awards and recognition has Truax Law Group received?

Accepted Answer

Truax Law Group was ranked by Chambers USA Spotlight Guide in both 2024 and 2025, making it the only small-to-medium-sized construction law firm in Ohio to receive this distinction. Founding attorney Phil Truax has been selected to Super Lawyers for seven consecutive years (2019-2025) and Rising Stars from 2014-2019. Attorney Peter O'Grady is a four-time Rising Stars honoree (2022-2025).

Question 10

Does Truax Law Group handle small business legal matters?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Truax Law Group provides comprehensive small business counsel including entity formation, mergers and acquisitions, contract preparation and negotiation, employment agreements, vendor contracts, service contracts, real estate transactions, lease negotiations, zoning compliance, and business succession planning. We also assist non-profit organizations with 501(c)(3) compliance and governance matters.

Question 11

Can Truax Law Group help with mechanic's liens in Ohio?

Accepted Answer

Yes, mechanic's liens are a core practice area for Truax Law Group. We help contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers preserve their lien rights, file mechanic's liens properly, and pursue lien foreclosure when necessary. We also defend property owners against improper liens. Ohio has strict deadlines for mechanic's liens, so contact us immediately if you have payment issues on a construction project.

Question 12

How do I get directions to Truax Law Group?

Accepted Answer

Truax Law Group is located at 36718 Detroit Road, Avon, OH 44011. From I-90, take the Center Road exit and head north on Center Road, then turn west onto Detroit Road. Our office is in the French Creek Historical District. Free parking is available on-site. The office is approximately 20 minutes west of downtown Cleveland.

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