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Patrick J. Perrone

Partner
Newark
+1.973.848.4034
Fax +1..973.848.4001

Primary Practice

Secondary Practices

Education

  • J.D., American University, Washington College of Law, 1987, (cum laude)
  • B.A., University of North Dakota, 1984, (magna cum laude)

Admissions

  • Bar of New Jersey
  • Bar of New York
  • United States Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit
  • United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York
  • United States District Court for the Southern District of New York
  • Biography Overview
  • Additional Background

Mr. Perrone, a partner in K&L Gates' Newark office, concentrates his practice on construction and engineering matters. He is an experienced trial attorney who has handled hundreds of cases involving building products and construction defects. He is also an experienced class action attorney who has handled a variety of matters involving building products. Additionally, Mr. Perrone is a Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design Accredited Professional (LEED®-AP).

Professional Background

Prior to joining K&L Gates, Mr. Perrone was a partner at a Newark law firm, where he focused his practice on civil litigation.

Professional/Civic Activities

  • American Bar Association
  • New Jersey State Bar Association
  • National Association of Homebuilders – Construction Law Attorney Forum Advisory Committee
  • New Jersey Builders Association

Speaking Engagements

Mr. Perrone frequently speaks on issues regarding "green building" and construction issues.  His recent presentations include:
  • “Developing Issues in Green Building,” American Law Institute, February 28, 2012.
  • “LEED Certification Litigation – Emerging Risks,” Strafford Publications, Inc., December 20, 2011.
  • "How to Market Green Buildings and Materials: Complying with Applicable Green Standards and Laws," 2010 International Builders' Show, January 2010.
  • "A Manufacturer's Potential Liability for Green Building Products," National Association of Homebuilders, Fall Directors Meeting, Chicago, Illinois, October 2009.
  • "Green Building Legal and Liability Issues,” 2009 NationalGreen Building Conference, May 2009.
  • "New Regulations and Potential Liability," Law Seminars International: Legal and Regulatory Issues in Green Development, January 2009.
  • “Green Building Products: Can They Perform As Promised,” 2009 International Builders' Show, January 2009.
  • “Extrapolation of Damages,” Brookings Judicial Symposium on Construction Defect Litigation, March 2008.
  • “Using Statistics and Statistical Analysis to Combat the Plaintiff’s Damage Claims,” Construction Law Seminar, Scottsdale, Arizona, September 6-7, 2007.
  • “Expert Testimony and Scientific Evidence in Construction Defects Cases,” The Judicial Education Program AEI-Brookings Joint Center for Regulatory Studies Judicial Symposium on Critical Issues in Construction Defects Litigation, March 2006 and March 2007.
  • “Useful, Safe and Effective Terms and Conditions for Invoices, Contracts and Other Important Documents,” The 2005 National Manufacturing Week Conference, March 2005.
  • “Developments and Decisions in Construction Defect & Mold Litigation,” Mealey's Construction Defect and Mold Litigation Conference, December 2004
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