Trent Cotney is a Partner with Adams & Reese and a Florida Bar Board Certified Construction Lawyer, licensed to practice in multiple states across the U.S. and in Canada. With nearly 25 years of experience, Trent has dedicated his career to serving the construction and roofing industries. He is a zealous advocate for the international commercial roofing sector and serves as general counsel for over 10 prominent trade associations and organizations, including the National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA), Florida Roofing & Sheet Metal Contractors Association (FRSA), National Slate Association, Roofing Technology Think Tank (RT3), and Western States Roofing Contractors Association (WSRCA). Trent’s commitment to the industry extends beyond legal counsel; he is an active participant in education, advocacy, and innovation, working tirelessly to address the challenges contractors face and advance the industry as a whole. Known for his deep understanding of construction law and unwavering dedication, Trent Cotney remains a trusted advisor and leader in the roofing community.
Unpaid invoices are rising, and “wait and see” isn’t a strategy. In this episode, Trent Cotney shares practical ways to collect faster: vet customers upfront, track AR weekly, follow a consistent contact plan, use payment options, and know when owners should step in.
The roofing industry enters 2026 in a state of guarded realism. Demand remains present, but it is no longer insulated from broader economic and political pressures
In an exciting conversation with Roofing Contractor’s Group Publisher Jill Bloom, Legal Insights Expert Trent Cotney breaks down the recent surge in I-9 audits targeting roofing contractors and shares essential guidance for reducing risk.
Legal Insights Expert Trent Cotney breaks down the recent surge in I-9 audits targeting roofing contractors and shares essential guidance for reducing risk.
RC Legal expert Trent Cotney discusses critical insights for contractors on software integration, business acquisitions, and maintaining strong fundamentals during market slowdowns.
In this episode, RC Legal Insights Expert Trent Cotney discusses a balanced roadmap to align safety accountability with true jobsite control for contractors.
ICE está reemplazando personal con oficiales de la Patrulla Fronteriza para acelerar deportaciones. El abogado Trent Cotney advierte a contratistas sobre nueva responsabilidad por subcontratistas. Ofrece consejos críticos para redadas: saber qué decir y nunca firmar sin un abogado.
Legal Insights Expert Trent Cotney weighs in on what these changes mean for contractors that are already dealing with increased enforcement and scrutiny
Roofing contractors and business owners already dealing with increased immigration enforcement and its impact on the roofing workforce may have more policies to navigate.
Conocer sus derechos, no ceder a la presión, evitar firmar documentos sin asesoría y tener un plan de emergencia le puede dar más control en una situación con ICE.
Here's how roofing contractors can protect themselves contractually from unexpected animals or pests on the roof. Plus, advice on a contract clause that could save you thousands.