About

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The attorneys in Winstead’s Construction Practice Group have the experience to advise and represent clients on any construction-related issue. Successful projects require careful planning and skilled execution. Whether you are an owner, developer, contractor, governmental entity, or financial institution, we understand your business and construction concerns. We can advise on strategies to allocate risk in your project contracts and protect and advocate your position in disputes. Winstead's representative experience includes a variety of industries, including commercial/industrial, residential, higher education, healthcare, sports, energy (onshore and offshore), governmental, and transportation. To learn more, visit: winstead.com.


Michelle Rieger, Chair, Construction Practice Group

214.745.5416 | [email protected]

Chambers Review

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Construction - Texas
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Band 1
What the team is known for

Winstead PC is a top-drawer construction practice that advises clients from a range of sectors, including transportation, retail and healthcare. It commands particular strength in projects involving sports venue construction, mixed-use development and family housing. Winstead regularly handles a variety of mandates for universities and houses firm-wide expertise in such areas as lending, corporate law, and litigation. It also possesses capabilities in cross-border energy projects, including oil and gas and LNG matters.

Work Highlights

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  • Winstead PC represented Texas Tech in connection with a public-private partnership with a private non-profit developer, Red Raiders Facilities Foundation. The developer was appointed to design, construct, and finance the renovation of the south-end zone of Jones AT&T Stadium and the new Womble Football Training Facility.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Robert C Bass Jr
Robert C Bass Jr
Star Individuals

Robert Bass has a stellar reputation for his expert handling of transactional and contentious matters in any area of the construction industry.

"Robert is one of the best lawyers I have ever spoken to."

"He is very much at the top of his game."

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Michelle I Rieger
Head of Construction
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Band 1

Michelle Rieger is commended for her deft handling of highly contentious dispute resolution proceedings and complex transactional matters. She is especially active in the transportation and healthcare sectors.

"Michelle is a great lawyer who excels at transactional construction matters."

"She is fantastic to work with. She is easy to get along with, provides good practical advice and has a lot of knowledge about construction contracts."

"Michelle is wonderful and a very effective problem-solver."

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Andrea Hight
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Band 3

Andrea Hight handles a range of construction matters pertaining to residential and commercial development projects. She is further noted for handling the construction of sports venues and public venues.

"Andrea is a very knowledgable attorney."

"She is an excellent all-around attorney."

"Andrea is a good lawyer who is very detailed, smart, understands construction contracts and owner-developer agreements. She is also fair in her contract negotiations."

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Stewart Whitehead
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Band 3

Stewart Whitehead is a construction and commercial litigation specialist. He acts on behalf of owners and contractors in both public and private projects.

"Stewart is someone whose feedback you can rely on. He is a strong and respected attorney."

"Stewart handles our litigation needs and he is extremely efficient and knowledgeable."

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Kristen Sherwin
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Band 4

Kristen Sherwin is recognized for her contract work on behalf of owners and developers. She is particularly noted for her experience representing real estate equity partners.

"Kristen is a top-notch attorney. She consistently provides valuable insight and options."

"She is a good adviser."

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Robert C Bass Jr
Robert C Bass Jr
Star Individuals
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Michelle I Rieger
Head of Construction
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Band 1
3
Andrea Hight
3
Band 3
3
Stewart Whitehead
3
Band 3
4
Kristen Sherwin
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Band 4