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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.

Kristen Sherwin, Chair, Construction Practice Group

214.745.5392 | [email protected]

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Construction - Texas

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Winstead PC has 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 LNG matters.

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Work Highlights

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  • Winstead represented Pediatric Health Management Services on the construction and development of a new USD5 billion pediatric hospital campus in Dallas, Texas.

Strengths

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  • The firm's experience and understanding of our industry gives them the ability to guide us in a way that makes the tough business decisions much easier. Expert counsel. Period.

    Construction respondentUSA

  • The firm is very sophisticated in approach, offering multiple fall-back positions and understanding what drives architects, construction companies and insurance providers.

    Construction respondentUSA

  • Winstead has a great team of seasoned attorneys, but also has a great cadre of junior attorneys willing to work hard.

    Construction respondentUSA

  • The combination of their expertise and willingness to collaborate internally has set them apart from other firms. Winstead returns my call or email same day every time.

    Construction respondentUSA

  • Each member of the construction team that we've worked with are leaders in their field, have a knowledge base that is unrivalled and were consistently available.

    Construction respondentUSA

Notable Practitioners

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  • Robert C Bass Jr
    Robert C Bass Jr

    Robert C Bass Jr

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

    • Robert has vast knowledge and experience in the industry. He will always point me in the right direction with how to handle a situation or who best to use for a particular mission.

      Construction respondentUSA

    • His long career, deep knowledge of case law and continued education on emerging trends make him an irreplaceable asset.

      Construction respondentUSA

    • Robert is a true asset to our firm.

      Construction respondentUSA
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  • Michelle I Rieger
    Michelle I Rieger

    Michelle I Rieger

    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 stellar. She is the epitome of what a partner at a law firm should be.

      Construction respondentUSA

    • Michelle is irreplaceable to our business.

      Construction respondentUSA

    • Michelle has incredible attention to detail, she is particularly good at predicting future issues and alerting us to them ahead of time.

      Construction respondentUSA
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  • Kristen Sherwin
    Kristen Sherwin

    Kristen Sherwin

    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 exceeds all our expectations.

      Construction respondentUSA

    • Kristen has been excellent and consistent for years.

      Construction respondentUSA

    • Kristen is unrivaled in her ability to understand the project needs and the drivers that will cause issues.

      Construction respondentUSA

    • Kristen is great and is able to get things turned around quickly.

      Construction respondentUSA

    • Kristen is a zealous advocate for her clients.

      Construction respondentUSA
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