
Travis S. McConnell
Orlando construction and business lawyer
Travis S. McConnell is a construction and business lawyer located in Orlando, FL. Mr. McConnell founded Ready Legal with the aim of serving small businesses after practicing law at one of the largest law firms in the country. His clients have included a diverse range of companies, such as contractors, suppliers, landlords, retailers, manufacturers, lenders, and developers.
Mr. McConnell has been involved in construction for more than a decade, since joining the U.S. Army Reserve as an Engineer Officer. Before leaving the Army, he served in the Judge Advocate General’s (JAG) Corps as Trial Counsel, performing litigation and general counsel duties for an engineer command overseeing more than 4,000 Soldiers.
In private practice, Mr. McConnell has served clients across a spectrum of backgrounds, from Fortune-20 corporations, to family-owned operations. As an entrepreneur and attorney, Mr. McConnell contributes to his clients’ success through both legal experience and business judgment.
- Florida Institute of Technology
- B.S.
- Honors: Summa Cum Laude
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- Florida State University College of Law
- J.D.
- Honors: Cum Laude
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- Managing Attorney
- Ready Legal
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- Associate Attorney
- Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, PC
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- Engineer Officer and JAG Officer
- U.S. Army Reserve
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- Associate Attorney
- Lippes Mathias
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- Associate Attorney
- Cotney Construction Law
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- Florida’s New Procedure for Removing Squatters Effective in July: Use with Caution
- Daily Business Review
- Essential Practices for Safe Trench Work in Utility Construction
- Ditchmen Magazine
- Safety Compliance in Abrasive Blasting Operations
- CoatingsPro Magazine
- Florida Aims to Standardize Construction Lien Waivers
- Roofing Contractor
- Hiring and Retention Practices in Construction, Monthly Conference, Jacksonville, FL
- North Florida Air Conditioning Contractors Association
- Judge Advocate Officer Basic Course
- U.S. Army Judge Advocate General's Legal Center and School
- Licensed to Practice Law in Florida
- The Florida Bar
- Rising Stars - Construction Litigation
- Florida Super Lawyers
- Ones to Watch - Construction Law
- Best Lawyers
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- Best Lawyers
- Ones to Watch - Commercial Litigation
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- The Florida Bar  # 0303702
- Member
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- Florida
- The Florida Bar
- ID Number: 0303702
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- Free Consultation
- Credit Cards Accepted
- Business Law
- Business Contracts, Business Formation, Business Litigation, Partnership & Shareholder Disputes
- Construction Law
- Construction Contracts, Construction Defects, Construction Liens, Construction Litigation
- Real Estate Law
- Condominiums, Homeowners Association, Neighbor Disputes, Residential Real Estate
- English: Spoken, Written
- Q. Unlicensed contractor issue with sinking RV pad, need legal advice.
- A: In Florida, construction dispute resolution procedures are often outlined in the parties' contract. Florida also has laws which bear on construction defect dispute resolution, such as Chapter 558 Florida statutes, and laws regulating contracts with unlicensed contractors (Chapter 489, Fla. Stat.). However, without knowing more particulars, or having the opportunity to review the contract, it will be difficult for anyone on this platform to say how you should proceed.
As others have mentioned, this is a type of legal matter which is usually handled by attorneys who are familiar with construction contract law and civil litigation.
- Q. Pool contract delays: How can I get contractor to finish work?
- A: Construction delay disputes in Florida are generally governed by the terms of the construction contract and applicable state laws, including consumer protection statutes. For example, Chapter 489 of the Florida Statutes regulates contractor conduct and may impose professional penalties for project abandonment. When a contractor significantly exceeds the agreed timeline and stops responding, it may raise legal concerns involving breach of contract or potential licensing violations. In such situations, it is advisable to consult with a construction lawyer who practices in your area, particularly one with experience handling delay claims and contractor disputes. This comment is for general informational ... Read More
- Q. Will the Release Of Lien form in FL Statutes 713.20 protect me from GC and subcontractors' claims after payment?
- A: Florida lien releases under Chapter 713 come in various forms—partial or final, and conditional or unconditional—depending on the stage of payment and whether the release is contingent on receipt of funds. While using the statutory forms may be appropriate, owners typically need to collect proper lien releases from every contractor, subcontractor, and supplier in the payment chain. Importantly, simply obtaining a release from the general contractor may not eliminate the lien rights of lower-tier subcontractors or suppliers if they haven’t been paid. This is a technical area of law, and making payments without the right documentation can expose owners to the risk of paying twice for the ... Read More