Construction
At Lewis Thomason, we understand the construction and design industries from the ground up. Many of our construction attorneys hold engineering or architectural degrees or have firsthand experience as real estate developers, military officers, or plant managers. This depth of knowledge allows us to anticipate challenges, develop practical solutions, and advocate effectively for our clients.
Our team assists clients through every stage of a project—from initial planning to final completion. We guide owners, contractors, and developers before zoning boards and planning commissions; draft and negotiate contracts with contractors, subcontractors, design professionals, and service providers; and resolve disputes through litigation, arbitration, or mediation. Our attorneys have successfully defended claims involving defects, delays, payment disputes, differing site conditions, acceleration, lost productivity, and other complex issues in both state and federal courts.
Lewis Thomason’s construction attorneys have defended design professionals in hundreds of professional malpractice cases, including high-stakes, multi-million-dollar claims involving major sporting arenas in Memphis, Nashville, and Knoxville. We have represented contractors in disputes arising from a broad range of issues—from construction defects and critical path delays to acceleration and lost productivity—and regularly advocate for contractors and design professionals before licensing boards. This includes assisting with licensure applications, guiding clients through disciplinary hearings, and handling appeals. Our team also has substantial experience with disputes involving federal, state, and local government construction projects, representing owners, contractors, and sureties in matters ranging from straightforward claims to major project defaults.
We are deeply connected to the construction community and actively involved in leading industry and legal organizations, including the Tennessee Association of Construction Counsel, the American Bar Association’s construction law committees, and the Construction Industry Panel of the American Arbitration Association. Our lawyers frequently share insights through presentations, the Tennessee Construction Law Journal, and the Tennessee Construction Lawyers blog.
For many clients, we also serve as trusted general counsel, offering ongoing access to our attorneys for day-to-day construction-related questions. With decades of experience and a reputation as a leader in construction law, Lewis Thomason delivers the knowledge, resources, and commitment needed to help clients succeed on any project.