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Slates Harwell Campbell LLP

Construction

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Slates Harwell Campbell LLP

Rankings

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Construction - Texas

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For

Slates Harwell LLP has a noted construction dispute practice, acting for contractors in claims resulting from construction and development projects. It also brings expertise in the homebuilding sector, advising builders on a range of contractual and regulatory issues. The team at Slates Harwell offers wider experience in IP and branding matters.

Work Highlights

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  • Slates Harwell Campbell is representing Balfour Beatty Construction defending claims brought against the general contractor that allege defective installation of HVAC rooftop units at a high school.

Strengths

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  • Slates Harwell is a detail-oriented, no-nonsense, law firm that is able to assist us at the speed of business. Slates Harwell lawyers often know more about our business than I do.

    Construction respondentUSA
  • Slates Harwell provides the highest level of service given their combination of legal knowledge, industry experience, and relationships in the construction industry and legal community as a whole.

    Construction respondentUSA
  • The firm provides significant, in-depth expertise of not just construction law but negotiating techniques, market norms, and pain points and pitfalls to address at the onset of the project.

    Construction respondentUSA
  • Slates Harwell has experienced partners and associates who are becoming great lawyers in their own right.

    Construction respondentUSA

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 2Gregory A Harwell
    Band 2Gregory A Harwell

    Gregory A Harwell

    Gregory Harwell represents contractors and developers in the negotiation of construction contracts, as well as in the litigation or arbitration of disputes. He has notable expertise in cases involving bond claims and mechanics’ liens.

    • Greg is a sophisticated and intelligent lawyer who sees and can explore nuances.

      Construction respondentUSA
    • Greg has been instrumental in handling complex litigation.

      Construction respondentUSA
  • Band 2John Slates
    Band 2John Slates

    John Slates

    John Slates is praised for his construction disputes-focused practice. He acts for prominent contractors and homebuilders. He also ably advises clients on design and construction agreements.

    • John is a great trial lawyer who understands how to develop and present cases efficiently. He focuses on the issues that matter and does not get caught off guard or distracted with insignificant noise

      Construction respondentUSA
    • He is an excellent advocate.

      Construction respondentUSA
  • Band 3Colbie Brazell Campbell
    Band 3Colbie Brazell Campbell

    Colbie Brazell Campbell

    Colbie Brazell Campbell represents a range of sector clients in design, defect insurance coverage and contract disputes.

    • Colbie always finds a way. She is an amazing resource and great partner.

      Construction respondentUSA
    • She is a great combination of brain power and ability to build relationships.

      Construction respondentUSA
    • She is responsive, efficient, and I feel like she is invested in the matters I send her way. She has a great way of presenting risk in a practical way, and I feel confident in the legal advice she provides.

      Construction respondentUSA

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