Aaron Evenchik

Aaron S. Evenchik

Partner

200 Public Square
Suite 2800
Cleveland, Ohio 44114

Primary Practices

Dubbed zealous and creative by opposing counsel, Aaron S. Evenchik specializes in construction and real estate law, where he represents clients in both transactional and litigation matters. Serving as chair of the firm’s real estate practice group, his cross-practice technique allows him to help resolve disputes innovatively and effectively.

Aaron’s experience with transactions and handling multiple first chair litigation/arbitration matters enables him to better understand the goal of the deal and draft transactional documents to avoid problems and disputes. He advocates for and assists clients of all sizes to explore and close on properties, obtain zoning and to grow their businesses and meet their objectives.

He has first chair experience in construction, real estate, zoning, and contract disputes as well as in asserting lien and bond claims, defending and prosecuting claims for and against owners, contractors and subcontractors, as well as significant zoning litigation experience. Aaron’s degree in Civil Engineering and his experience working as in-house with a construction company allow him to understand construction and real estate clients’ business needs, operations and objectives.

Aaron represents general contractors, design/builders, subcontractors, developers, owners, specialty trades, suppliers and manufacturers in all aspects of construction and real estate law.

Outside of his practice, Aaron publishes articles and presents at seminars on construction, new subcontract terms & conditions and other construction contract and legal topics in Ohio.

Credentials

Education
  • The Ohio State University Moritz College of Law, J.D., 2001
  • The Ohio State University, B.S., Civil Engineering, 1998
Community Involvement

Hebrew Academy of Cleveland, Board Member, 2017-present

 

Cleveland Leadership Center, Civic Leadership Institute, Class of 2015

 

Cleveland Hillel Foundation, Executive Committee; Board of Directors; Member

 

City of University Heights, Financial Advisory Committee, prior member

 

Jewish Community Federation of Cleveland, Community Planning Committee, prior member

 

Council Gardens, Board and Executive Committee

 

Cleveland Jewish News Foundation, Board Member

Awards & Distinctions

ChambersUSA, Construction Law, 2022-23

 

The Best Lawyers in America®, Commercial Litigation, 2020-24, Construction Law, 2024, Land Use and Zoning Law, 2024, Litigation – Construction, 2024, Litigation – Real Estate, 2024, Real Estate Law, 2024

 

Rising Star, Ohio Super Lawyers®, 2013-2016

 

2022 Class of Difference Makers, Cleveland Jewish News

 

Honorable Mention Award – Hero Behind the Scenes, Project Love, 2015

 

Home Builders Association of Greater Cleveland Developers Council Chair recognition

Bar Admissions

State of Ohio

 

U.S. District Courts for the Northern District of Ohio, Southern District of Ohio, District of Colorado

Memberships & Affiliations

ACE Mentor Program Cleveland, Board of Directors, Member; Governance and Nominating Committee, Vice Chair, Member

 

Home Builder Association of Greater Cleveland, Developers Council, Chairman

 

Ohio State Bar Association, Member

 

Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association, Member