
Construction
USA Guide 2026 : Alabama
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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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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 respondentUSAThe team has a strong level of expertise in the construction industry and provides white glove service in terms of responsiveness and strategy.
Construction respondentUSAThe Bradley team are subject matter experts in our industry.
Construction respondentUSAThe depth and detail of the firm's knowledge is unparalleled.
Construction respondentUSA
Notable Practitioners
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Band 1 
Band 1 
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 1 
Band 1 
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 2 
Band 2 
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 Coming 
Up and Coming 
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 Coming 
Up and Coming 
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 respondentUSAChristopher is very practical in his approach.
Construction respondentUSAChristopher is an excellent attorney, who serves his clients with a personable approach. We feel well understood and taken care of.
Construction respondentUSA
Ranked Individuals at Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP (5)
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David Pugh
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David W. Owen
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Jim Archibald
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Christopher Selman
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Carly Miller
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Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP has rankings in the following guides
Band 2 USA 2026
Practice area: Construction
Location: District of Columbia
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