Tina Paries

As General Counsel of McHugh Construction, Tina Paries oversees the legal and compliance functions for one of the largest full-service construction firms in the United States. She drafts and negotiates all company contracts, addresses labor and employment issues, handles legal matters associated with various projects, monitors federal and state compliance, and hosts company-wide legal and compliance training. She also works closely with the company’s risk manager to identify and address issues related to insurance coverage for McHugh’s several multi-million-dollar construction projects.

In October 2024, Paries became president of the Society of Illinois Construction Attorneys (SOICA). This association consists of outstanding Illinois lawyers who are distinguished for their skill, experience and professional conduct in the practice or teaching of construction law and who are dedicated to excellence in this field.

Paries has been routinely rated an Illinois Super Lawyer and Rising Star in construction law. She frequently authors articles and presents on various construction topics, including contracting, mechanics’ lien practice, construction management, insurance coverage, and legal risks associated with sustainable building projects.

Paries is a member of Professional Women in Construction, Associated General Contractors of America, and the Federal Trial Bar for the Northern District of Illinois. She mentors her colleagues and teaches field employees how to understand and apply legal information in their roles. Paries also actively volunteers at McHugh philanthropic events.

This is why Tina Paries received Connect CRE’s 2024 Chicago & Midwest Lawyers in Real Estate Award. The award celebrates real estate attorneys who have distinguished themselves in their practice and the larger community.