Randell "Rick" Rowe, B.C.S. Attorney At Law

Enthusiastic board certified attorney working alongside clients in construction law and litigation matters to ensure successful outcomes. Consistently focused on nuances of the case and effectively tackling new and developing legal concerns.

Randell “Rick” Rowe, board certified in Construction Law by The Florida Bar, is a member of the GrayRobinson Construction Law Team. With a focus on construction law and commercial litigation, Rick represents contractors and developers throughout North, Central, and South Florida. He has worked on a variety of residential and commercial projects, including many high-profile developments in Florida.

In addition to his work in construction matters, Rick also specializes in civil appellate law and frequently handles complex construction matters before Florida’s District Courts of Appeal.

Beyond the courtroom, Rick brings knowledge to transactional matters, including crafting construction contracts and LLC operating agreements, negotiating construction liens, and preparing deeds. He is adept at navigating complex issues, including the application of Florida’s statute of repose, associations’ standing to sue for matters of common interest, and implementation of comparative fault for construction defect claims.

Rick’s client-focused approach ensures that he addresses practical needs by identifying qualified engineering experts, and facilitating joint conferences to focus on early resolutions where possible.

• Notable Work
  • William Ogden v. CJM Construction, Inc., 386 So. 3d 554 (Fla. 4th DCA 2024) (PCA)
  • Ifrain Benitez v. Lawson Industries, Inc., 367 So. 3d 600 (Fla. 3d DCA 2023) (written opinion)
  • Westpark Preserve Homeowners Association, Inc. v. Pulte Home Corporation, et al, 365 So. 2d 391 (Fla. 2d DCA 2023) (written opinion)
  • Pulte Home Corporation v. Westpark Preserve Homeowners Association, Inc., et al, 2023 WL 3401391 (Fla. 2d DCA 2023) (PCA)
• Insights
  • “The Evolving Landscape of a General Contractor’s Non-Delegable Duty,” Paraclete, May/June 2024
  • “Appellate Considerations in Florida Construction Defect Litigation,” Florida Defense Lawyers Association, The Trial Advocate, Vol. 41, No. 2 
  • “Against the Tide: The Impact of Rising Sea Levels on Florida’s Coastal Development,” Claims and Litigation Management Alliance Construction Claims, Winter 2021
• Affiliations
  • The Florida Bar
  • Hillsborough County Bar Association
  • St. Petersburg Bar Association
    • Construction Law Section Chair, 2023-2024
• Credentials
  • J.D., Florida State University College of Law, 2017
  • B.S., Florida State University, 2014
  • Board Certified in Construction Law by The Florida Bar
• Admissions
  • Florida
  • U.S. District Court for the Southern, Middle, and Northern Districts of Florida
  • U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit