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Jones Walker LLP

Construction

USA Guide 2026 : Georgia


Jones Walker LLP

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Members of the Jones Walker LLP construction team regularly represent clients across the United States, Europe, Asia, South America, and Africa, and excel at handling large-scale construction and infrastructure projects across industries such as energy, natural resources, healthcare, retail, and education. Among recent engagements, our attorneys have represented international and domestic owners, contractors, architects, and builders in the design and construction of hotels, resorts, hospitals, high-rise office towers, power plants (coal-fired and nuclear), clean-energy facilities, refineries, pipelines, transportation-related manufacturing (including aircraft, locomotive and ship building and maintenance), and universities, as well as environmental remediation and closure projects.

We have deep familiarity with the full scope of US and international procurement and government contracting regulations, and regularly help negotiate and close agreements that involve economic development funding, tax incentives, and public-private partnerships. Drawing on the resources of the firm’s key practices, we also advise on environmental regulation and permitting, real estate, finance, government relations, labor and employment, and other areas of law that come into play when planning and executing projects.

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Construction - Georgia

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For
Jones Walker LLP is a highly adept team of construction attorneys dedicated to undertaking complex, large-scale projects regionally, nationally and internationally. The team wields expertise in contract law, government contract matters and dispute resolution. It frequently acts on matters regarding wastewater, energy and manufacturing plant projects.

Strengths

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  • The firm ensures no detail goes overlooked or unexamined.

    Construction respondentUSA
  • Jones Walker is responsive, experienced and provides a personalized service.

    Construction respondentUSA
  • Jones Walker is comprehensive and responsive.

    Construction respondentUSA
  • The firm is strategic and diligent.

    Construction respondentUSA
  • The firm understands business goals and is able to translate complex concepts into understandable language.

    Construction respondentUSA

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Chad V Theriot
    Band 1Chad V Theriot

    Chad V Theriot

    Chad Theriot, member of the firm's board of directors and co-head of its construction team, is a strong choice to handle complex construction litigation, with experience in disputes arising out of commercial and infrastructure projects. He also drafts and negotiates complex contracts for owners.
    • Chad doesn't just tell you what the law says. He helps you figure out what makes sense for your business.

      Construction respondentUSA
    • Chas offers creative, effective solutions for very complex problems in a timely manner and with very short notice.

      Construction respondentUSA
    • Chad is an ingenious creative thinker and a top-tier strategist.

      Construction respondentUSA
    • Chad is focused, thoughtful, responsive and effective.

      Construction respondentUSA
  • Band 1Neal Sweeney
    Band 1Neal Sweeney

    Neal Sweeney

    Neal Sweeney has a wealth of experience handling construction disputes, including those involving energy and infrastructure projects.
    • Neal is extremely knowledgeable.

      Construction respondentUSA
    • Neal provides timely responses and oversees negotiations with a level of sophistication and an awareness of his client's business goals.

      Construction respondentUSA
  • Band 4Bill Shaughnessy
    Band 4Bill Shaughnessy

    Bill Shaughnessy

    Bill Shaughnessy of Jones Walker LLP represents both public and private construction clients in contract review and negotiation and dispute resolution. He often serves as project advisory counsel.

    • Bill is an excellent partner to work with.

      Construction respondentUSA
    • Bill lets no detail past him.

      Construction respondentUSA
    • Bill has the ability to balance legal risk with business goals.

      Construction respondentUSA
  • Up and ComingWilliam Underwood
    Up and ComingWilliam Underwood

    William Underwood

    William Underwood has a growing reputation for advising clients on construction matters. He is particularly skilled at guiding clients through contractual disputes.

    • William is very responsive and has a strategic mind.

      Construction respondentUSA
    • William provides excellent advice and solutions to complex problems.

      Construction respondentUSA

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