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Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP

Construction

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Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP

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Bradley’s Construction Practice Group handles every aspect of large-scale construction projects across the country and around the world. Their broad experience comes from a hands-on approach to managing both the business and legal challenges clients face every day. They represent clients in all sectors of the construction industry, including general contractors, owners/developers, subcontractors, suppliers, construction managers, architects/engineers, sureties, insurers and lenders.

With degrees in engineering and architecture and previous practical experience working in the construction industry, their construction lawyers advise clients on projects in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, as well as more than 35 countries across Europe, Asia, Africa, Australia, the Middle East, the Caribbean, and South America. 

They help clients build a vast array of public and private projects of all sizes, including:

  • Government buildings, including embassies, schools, courthouses, hospitals, and prisons
  • Power plants, including coal, gas, nuclear, solar, wind, biofuel, solid waste, and hydro
  • High-rise office buildings
  • Condominiums and resort complexes
  • Residential developments
  • Industrial and manufacturing plants
  • LNG and LPNG facilities
  • Wastewater and surface water treatment plants, aqueducts, and pipelines
  • Roads, highways, tunnels, dams, and bridges
  • Casinos
  • Sports stadiums
  • Golf courses
  • Airports
  • Environmental work, disaster recovery project, waste remediation sites – Superfund and otherwise

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Construction - Alabama

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For
Bradley Arant offers a strong bench of lawyers with noted capabilities in handling complex construction litigation, as well as drafting and negotiating construction contracts for high-value projects. The firm is experienced in representing a range of clients in the industry, including joint venture partners.

Work Highlights

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  • Bradley represented B.L. Harbert International in a dispute with BAE concerning issues including construction delays and unforeseen site conditions.

Strengths

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  • The Bradley team provides deep and practical knowledge of construction matters.

    Construction respondentUSA
  • The team has a strong level of expertise in the construction industry and provides white glove service in terms of responsiveness and strategy.

    Construction respondentUSA
  • The Bradley team are subject matter experts in our industry.

    Construction respondentUSA
  • The depth and detail of the firm's knowledge is unparalleled.

    Construction respondentUSA

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1David W. Owen
    Band 1David W. Owen

    David W. Owen

    David Owen chairs the construction practice at Bradley Arant and is highly sought after by contractors and subcontractors for his expertise in contentious matters. He has additional expertise in closing and drafting contracts for high-value construction projects.
    • David brings deep commercial and technical expertise to complicated construction matters.

      Construction respondentUSA
  • Band 1Jim Archibald
    Band 1Jim Archibald

    Jim Archibald

    Jim Archibald has over 25 years of experience in the construction field. He is sought after by contractors and construction companies for defense against construction defect, delay and project termination claims, among other matters.
    • Jim uses his deep knowledge and experience to shape favorable outcomes.

      Construction respondentUSA
  • Band 2David Pugh
    Band 2David Pugh

    David Pugh

    David Pugh is a highly regarded lawyer in the construction sector, offering significant expertise in the drafting of contracts for various projects, as well as leading litigation matters arising from construction projects.
  • Up and ComingCarly Miller
    Up and ComingCarly Miller

    Carly Miller

    Carly Miller is a partner in the firm's Birmingham office noted for her proficient handling of construction disputes on domestic and international projects.

    • When we encounter a construction dispute, Carly knocks it out of the park.

      Construction respondentUSA
  • Up and ComingChristopher Selman
    Up and ComingChristopher Selman

    Christopher Selman

    Christopher Selman is recognized for his work on construction litigation arising out of a diverse array of projects, including student housing.

    • I am proud to say that Christopher is my attorney.

      Construction respondentUSA
    • Christopher is very practical in his approach.

      Construction respondentUSA
    • Christopher is an excellent attorney, who serves his clients with a personable approach. We feel well understood and taken care of.

      Construction respondentUSA

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