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Alston & Bird LLP

Construction

USA Guide 2026 : California

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Alston & Bird LLP

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Construction - California

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Alston & Bird LLP offers expertise spanning the full range of construction disputes involving major private and public projects. The firm is further able to advise on the full spectrum of construction issues, including project planning and contract negotiations, through to contract claims and litigation. Its clients include engineering and design companies, contractors and subcontractors, as well as both public and private owners. The group demonstrates notable strength in infrastructure, power generation and renewable energy developments. Alston & Bird demonstrates recent activity in connection with residential, commercial and mixed-use construction projects.

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Work Highlights

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  • Alston & Bird represented Ames Construction in a dispute with the California Department of Transportation regarding the construction of a four-mile segment of the I-10 freeway east of Downtown Los Angeles.

Strengths

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  • Alston & Bird demonstrates deep expertise at both the senior associate and partner levels.

    Construction respondentUSA

  • Alston & Bird are adept at handling varied range of matters, from one-off unique claims to those that are high-value, complex and sophisticated. The size and depth of experience allow them to be nimble, creative and instructive as they provide strategic advice and counsel.

    Construction respondentUSA

  • The team at Alston & Bird is a pleasure to work with.

    Construction respondentUSA

  • Alston & Bird is practical and pragmatic, balancing reality and possibilities while putting the client’s interests first.

    Construction respondentUSA

Notable Practitioners

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  • John D Hanover
    John D Hanover

    John D Hanover

    John Hanover is a construction litigation specialist with experience handling contract disputes, defective work complaints and interruption and delay claims. His clients include several contractors, developers, design professionals and owners, as well as sureties clients and financial institutions.

    • John is the best lawyer I have had the pleasure of working with.

      Construction respondentUSA

    • John Hanover is a great resource for leading the resolution of complex matters.

      Construction respondentUSA
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  • Andrew Howard
    Andrew Howard

    Andrew Howard

    Andrew Howard advises clients involved in complex construction-related transactions and disputes including contract terminations, ADR and litigation. His practice covers a broad range of high-stakes projects, from hospitality to education and healthcare.

    • Andrew Howard is extremely creative in problem-solving and excels as both a drafter and an advocate.

      Construction respondentUSA

    • Andrew Howard is deeply knowledgeable about construction law, making him a formidable opponent.

      Construction respondentUSA
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  • Jamie Furst
    Jamie Furst

    Jamie Furst

    Jamie Furst has a growing reputation for handling both contentious and noncontentious construction matters for a wide range of clients. Her main areas of focus include breach of contract and defective construction claims.

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