Michelle Fields

Legal Advisor

Copper Creek Homes • Full time

Nov 2013 - Aug 2020 • 6 yrs 9 mos

My involvement with Copper Creek Homes concentrated on the legal and financial considerations shaping residential construction, property investment, and housing development. I worked with company leadership to address legal obstacles that could affect project feasibility, construction progress, property transactions, and relationships with homeowners. Development proposals often required examination of land ownership, financing arrangements, municipal approvals, restrictive covenants, and property access. I evaluated potential legal complications before major commitments were made, helping the company determine whether proposed projects could proceed under acceptable contractual and regulatory conditions. A different set of responsibilities emerged during construction. Disagreements involving subcontractor performance, unexpected expenses, material shortages, defective workmanship, and schedule changes required interpretation of contractual obligations. I examined payment applications, construction correspondence, inspection findings, and project documentation to establish responsibility and protect the company's interests. Homeowner relationships also demanded careful legal consideration. I advised on purchase conditions, disclosure obligations, construction warranties, closing arrangements, and complaints involving completed properties. Where disagreements arose concerning repairs, possession, outstanding work, or contractual expectations, I developed appropriate responses and negotiated practical resolutions. Additional matters involved insurance coverage, contractor liability, regulatory compliance, property claims, and disputes with commercial partners. By addressing legal concerns throughout development and after completion, I helped Copper Creek Homes maintain stronger contractual safeguards, manage financial exposure, and protect its position in residential construction and real estate transactions.