NEW YORK CITY–Connell Foley has hired Vincent Torna and Frank Cara—both considered leaders in regulatory, compliance and litigation issues related to complex infrastructure projects—as partners in charge of the firm's New York construction law practice.

Torna specializes in construction and public contracting law, including representation of contractors, subcontractors and developers in litigation involving bridges, tunnels, subways, roadways, water treatment plants, schools, and residential and commercial high rises. Following several years handling construction matters for the city, Torna became a partner in the construction law firm of McDonough Marcus Cohn & Tretter. He has more than 20 years of experience. “It's a natural fit for me and, with numerous large projects underway in New York City, the timing was right,” he says.

Cara has more than 21 years of experience in the field of construction law as both outside and in-house counsel. In particular, he is said to bring a unique perspective to Connell Foley on the business of construction and project management.

Previously, Cara was EVP and general counsel of Judlau Contracting, a US subsidiary of a multinational construction firm. Prior to his tenure there, Cara also was a partner in the construction law firm of McDonough Marcus.

Given the scope and cost of projects such as the new Tappan Zee Bridge, the Second Avenue Subway, the new Goethals Bridge, Eastside Access, the extension of the Number 7 Subway, the Hudson River Yards and Penn Station development, notes Connell Foley, contractors working in New York must confront the potential of major and costly litigations.

Says Michael McBride, Connell Foley managing partner, “We are excited about the addition of Vincent Torna and Frank Cara to our construction practice. As infrastructure projects become larger and more complex, their expertise in both compliance and dispute resolution solutions will significantly enhance our ability to effectively handle complex litigation in a timely and economical manner.”

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Connell Foley Hires Duo of Infrastructure Pros

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