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SGR’s Construction Practice is well-known in the industry for its extensive and deep knowledge of construction law and issues. 

Several of the practice’s attorneys have engineering degrees and construction industry experience. The Construction Practice’s unique insight to the industry results in superior representation at a lower cost during contract negotiations and dispute resolutions because our attorneys can quickly understand complex problems and propose common sense solutions that take into account the differing perspectives of the project participants. 

The Construction Practice is highly regarded for its skill in drafting and negotiating form contracts and project specific contracts, including design, construction, design-build, EPC, construction management, subcontractor, service, operating and maintenance, public-private partnerships, and purchase agreements. The firm is also a “go to” practice for construction compliance counseling. 

The Construction Practice is also highly regarded for its extensive experience representing clients in litigation, arbitration, and mediation, handling claims that include differing site conditions, defects, defaults, delays, productivity, acceleration, express and constructive change, liens, bonds, insurance, payment, completion, terminations, and bid protests.

Chambers Review

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Construction - Georgia

2
Band 2

What the Team is Known For

Smith, Gambrell & Russell, LLP is respected for its skill in drafting and negotiating a wide range of construction contracts. The team also lends its capabilities to contentious construction mandates, including alternative dispute resolution. A number of Smith Gambrell attorneys hold engineering and construction backgrounds, making the team a strong choice to handle highly technical matters.

Work Highlights

  • Smith Gambrell assisted APEG international with the drafting and negotiating of the design and construction contracts for a new production facility.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Darren G. Rowles
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Darren G. Rowles
2
Band 2

Darren Rowles regularly acts for contractors and subcontractors on both contentious and noncontentious construction matters. He has particular expertise advising clients in the energy industry on projects.

Darren is very detail-oriented.

Darren provides great, timely support and is always available.

Gregory Smith
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Gregory Smith
2
Band 2
Gregory Smith has extensive experience in construction, contract and government procurement matters advising clients on contact formation as well as dispute resolution proceedings.

Greg is very responsive, knowledgeable and willing to go above and beyond to get the job done.

Greg listens to his client's concerns and helps them navigate complex issues in a timely, well-thought-out manner.

Greg is focused on building and maintaining a solid relationship.

Peter M Crofton
3
Peter M Crofton
3
Band 3
Peter Crofton advises clients on the complete array of construction project-related matters including construction contracts, project advice and dispute resolution.

Peter is a fine attorney and great litigator.

Peter provides prompt and attentive counsel. He has very deep industry knowledge.

Scott D Cahalan
3
Scott D Cahalan
3
Band 3
Scott Cahalan handles complex construction disputes, as well as assisting clients with contract review.
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Tawny Mack
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Up and Coming

Tawny Mack has a strong reputation for advising clients on construction matters. She has expertise in drafting and negotiating contracts.

Tawny is wise beyond her years.

Tawny is phenomenal; she is incredible at de-escalating.

Ranked Lawyers at
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Georgia

Construction

Darren G. Rowles
2
Darren G. Rowles
2
Band 2
Gregory Smith
2
Gregory Smith
2
Band 2
Peter M Crofton
3
Peter M Crofton
3
Band 3
Scott D Cahalan
3
Scott D Cahalan
3
Band 3
U
Tawny Mack
U
Up and Coming

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