
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.
- 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
- Free Consultation
- Credit Cards Accepted
- Florida
- The Florida Bar
- ID Number: 0303702
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- English: Spoken, Written
- 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 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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- Rising Stars - Construction Litigation
- Florida Super Lawyers
- Ones to Watch - Construction Law
- Best Lawyers
- Ones to Watch - Regulatory Law
- Best Lawyers
- Ones to Watch - Commercial Litigation
- Best Lawyers
- Rising Stars - Construction Litigation
- Florida Super Lawyers
- The Florida Bar  # 0303702
- Member
- - Current
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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
- Licensed to Practice Law in Florida
- The Florida Bar
- 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
- Q. How can I recover over $15,000 for sod sold without a signed agreement?
- A: In Florida, verbal agreements are generally enforceable, with limited exceptions, such as the Statute of Frauds (which typically applies to contracts that cannot be performed within one year or involve the sale of real estate). A claim for breach of oral contract may be available when one party provides goods, like sod, with the understanding it would be paid for within a set time, even if nothing is signed. Additionally, a seller may have a claim for unjust enrichment if the buyer accepted and benefited from the sod without paying. The first step is usually to issue a written demand for payment, documenting the amount owed and the basis for the claim. If the demand is ignored, the seller can ... Read More