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Industrial Machinery & Advanced Manufacturing

Overview

Our industrial machinery and advanced manufacturing team supports clients across the full life cycle of their projects — from developing new facilities to modernizing existing operations. We guide manufacturers, facility owners, developers, and builders through every phase, including contract drafting and negotiation, scope review, change order management, risk mitigation, compliance advising, and dispute resolution. Because we work across all sides of a project — not just with contractors — we bring a well-rounded perspective that helps clients anticipate challenges, uncover opportunities, and make more informed decisions at every stage.

We combine extensive industry knowledge with a practical understanding of the equipment, operations, and emerging trends shaping modern manufacturing. As deal timelines accelerate, we help clients keep pace while maintaining control over risk. Our team also advises on facility upgrades to support automation, including the integration of advanced equipment and software systems, and the allocation of maintenance responsibilities among stakeholders. Beyond operations, we help protect the products manufacturers create through intellectual property strategies, customs and trade guidance, and tariff management. With a strong presence in the Midwest and a deep understanding of the country’s manufacturing core, we deliver insights grounded in both industry intelligence and market realities.

Meet The Team

Meet The Full Industrial Machinery & Advanced Manufacturing Team