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King & Spalding LLP

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King & Spalding LLP

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Construction - Texas

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

King & Spalding LLP has a high-quality construction team that is recognized for its expert handling of major transactions and litigation. The team is particularly strong in advising on foreign investments in the US construction market and on high-value projects abroad. It is also noted for its experienced handling of major projects in the energy and chemical industries, and it acts on behalf of contractors, engineers and owners in a variety of disputes, from breach of contract to damages claims. Recent activity includes involvement in prominent LNG and CGL construction projects, as well as the development of data center infrastructure across the United States.

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Work Highlights

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  • King & Spalding advises Microsoft on its EPC contract drafting and structuring for the development of Microsoft's data center infrastructure across the United States, working with contractors worldwide on the negotiation of framework agreements.

Strengths

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  • King & Spalding is a great source not only for technical legal advice, but also for negotiation strategy and market terms. Their team was incredibly responsible and available.

    Construction respondentUSA

  • From senior partner down to associate, and including support staff, the team's members are uniformly excellent.

    Construction respondentUSA

  • King & Spalding has the institutional knowledge to address all issues that arise during negotiations and while managing the contract post execution.

    Construction respondentUSA

  • King & Spalding has a breadth and depth of knowledge when it comes to large construction projects. The experience and expertise they bring is extraordinary.

    Construction respondentUSA

Notable Practitioners

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  • Mike Stenglein
    Mike Stenglein

    Mike Stenglein

    Mike Stenglein specializes in construction and business litigation and arbitration. He is managing partner of King & Spalding's Austin office, and leader of the firm's Global Construction and Engineering Disputes practice. He is renowned for his work in the international energy construction industry.

    • Mike does an excellent job communicating not only with in-house legal, but with the executives and other business stakeholders as well.

      Construction respondentUSA

    • Mike is a very savvy negotiator and finds solutions to almost impossible problems.

      Construction respondentUSA

    • Mike is very practical, he helps us find a path to the right answer and has a very deep knowledge of construction issues, including litigation and arbitration. He has good energy expertise as well.

      Construction respondentUSA

    • Mike is a strong performer and an strategic thinker with outstanding commercial awareness.

      Construction respondentUSA

    • Mike is absolutely top-notch in every respect. Beyond his technical expertise, he thoroughly gets the client concerns and advises accordingly.

      Construction respondentUSA
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  • Scott A Greer
    Scott A Greer

    Scott A Greer

    Scott Greer has a top-tier practice focused on transactional construction matters across the globe. He is especially active in projects arising in the energy industry, with notable expertise in the development of LNG facilities and the development of data center infrastructure.

    • His knowledge about EPC contracts and major energy project development is encyclopedic; he knows every provision, every argument and every market position.

      Construction respondentUSA

    • Scott's commitment to excellence exemplifies what we look for in innovative partners. He was instrumental in guiding us to transform and scale our business with his knowledge and vast experience.

      Construction respondentUSA

    • Results we get from Scott are nearly always better than we expect, he just gets it done.

      Construction respondentUSA

    • Scott is the best lawyer in the LNG industry.

      Construction respondentUSA

    • Scott gave great market and negotiations strategy advice. He also was great about being practical.

      Construction respondentUSA
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  • Robert B. Garner
    Robert B. Garner

    Robert B. Garner

    Robert Garner is commended for his transactional work in the construction space, with notable expertise advising clients involved in large energy and infrastructure projects. He handles the full range of agreements including EPC, professional services and licensing.

    • Robert is a top-notch technical lawyer, stays very cool under pressure and is incredibly responsive and organized. He's always on top of the big picture too.

      Construction respondentUSA

    • Robert is ready, willing and able to provide superb advice and service.

      Construction respondentUSA

    • Robert is a great transactional lawyer.

      Construction respondentUSA
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