Scott A. McQuilkin practices in the area of complex construction and contract-related matters. Scott’s experience includes negotiating and drafting design and construction contracts on behalf of owners and contractors, analyzing permitting and zoning issues and successfully litigating all types of construction disputes, including public bid protests, defective work claims, termination claims and insurance coverage claims.
Professionals The Team Behind the Results
Credentials
Work Experience
- Hinckley Allen
- Partner (2023-Present)
- Counsel (2019-2022)
- Associate (2007-2014)
- Duane Morris LLP
- Special Counsel (2016-2019)
- Saul Ewing LLP
- Special Counsel (2014-2016)
- Nutter, McClennen & Fish, LLP
- Associate (1998-2007)
Honors & Awards
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Best Lawyers in America® (2025)
- Construction Law
- Litigation – Construction
- Super Lawyers, Rising Star, Massachusetts (2006-2007, 2009, 2012)
Certifications
- Justice of the Peace, Massachusetts
Charitable & Civic Involvement
- Town of Wayland Youth Basketball, Board Member
Professional Affiliations
- Boston Bar Association
- Associated General Contractors of Massachusetts
- Massachusetts Bar Association
Bar Memberships
- Massachusetts
- United States District Court for the District of Massachusetts
Newsroom
Publication
The Strategy Behind the Structure: A Conversation with Scott A. McQuilkin
Scott A. McQuilkin combines extensive legal experience with a thorough understanding of the complexities of construction law to provide clients with the kind of practical advice that makes a difference for their bottom line. From drafting contracts to liti…
Firm News
Hinckley Allen Attorneys Shine in 2025 Edition of Best Lawyers®
Hinckley Allen is pleased to announce that over 100 attorneys are recognized in the 2025 edition of Best Lawyers in America®, including 14 “Lawyers of the Year” and 41 “Ones to Watch.” This recognition, marking the largest group of attorneys honor…
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Hinckley Allen Elevates Seven Attorneys to Partner
Hinckley Allen announced today that it elevated seven attorneys to Partner.The new Partners are Christopher M. Addesa, Alexandra Gordon Briggs, Richard A. Goulding, Meaghan L. Krupa, Scott A. McQuilkin, Jared L. Shwartz, and Jessica Y. Wang.
Case Study
A Wrongful Termination – Power Plant Contract Cut Short is Made Right
After three years of litigation, global energy leader and Hinckley Allen client Iberdrola Energy Projects, Inc. ("IEP") won an international arbitration against Footprint Power Salem Harbor Development, LP ("Footprint") with an award of $237 million, inclu…