John H. Huston and Matthew J. O'Malley Settle Complex Construction Dispute
Tressler attorneys John H. Huston and Matthew J. O’Malley recently handled a complicated construction dispute involving a proprietary patent holder with a structural building system. Representing the defense, John and Matt successfully secured a highly favorable monetary settlement, amounting to just under 2% of the total claimed damages. The litigation, which spanned over four years and included multiple parties, revolved around the construction of a mixed-use structure incorporating student housing.
Expressing their satisfaction, both attorneys emphasized the joy of collaborating and achieving such an outstanding outcome for their client. Matt praised John's mentorship, citing it as "a valuable learning experience, given John's extensive four-decade-long career, the majority of it being at Tressler."
John and Matt, both based in Tressler's Chicago office, are renowned for their proactive approach, client-centric solutions and effective resolution strategies in litigation.
Congratulations to John H. Huston, Matthew J. O’Malley and Tressler’s General Defense Litigation Practice Group on this impressive victory!
About John H. Huston
John is a trial lawyer with 42 years of experience representing public and private entities and individuals in court in all areas of tort litigation, including wrongful death, complex products liability, architects and engineers professional liability law suits, and premises liability and motor vehicle accident cases that result in substantial personal injury and/or property damage. He also represents clients in commercial litigation that involves complex technical issues.
About Matthew J. O'Malley
Matt advises his clients on litigation strategies, skillfully representing them through all phases of litigation. Matt has a track record of success in both bench and jury trials. He focuses on the client’s resolution goals, whether that is achieved through trial, settlement conference, mediation or arbitration. Matt serves his clients in a variety of complex litigated and non-litigated matters, including actions for breach of contract, breach of fiduciary duty, indemnity and contribution, professional malpractice, personal injury, general corporate, LGBT issues, employment discrimination and civil rights violations.
Headquartered in Chicago, with eight offices located in five states, Tressler LLP is a national law firm comprised primarily of attorneys who devote their practice to the representation of the insurance industry in coverage analysis and resolution, litigation, underwriting consultation, product development, claims management and reinsurance.
In addition, Tressler has one of the most experienced and multi-faceted government law practices in Illinois, and has attorneys who represent clients in commercial litigation, defense litigation, corporate transactions, employment law and litigation, intellectual property and condominium and common interest community association law.
For more information, please visit www.tresslerllp.com.
