Construction
USA Guide 2024 : District of Columbia
Band 3
Email address
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+1 202 879 3939Chambers Review
Jones Day has a strong practice representing major contractors, companies and public bodies in both disputes and transactions. It is active on a national and international scale, with significant experience in matters involving the Middle East. The firm's areas of expertise include defective designs and structural failures, and it has advised on major energy, industrial, commercial and government construction projects. The firm also represents clients in international arbitration and mediation proceedings in relation to construction disputes.
Work Highlights
- Jones Day represented Georgia Power Company and the other owners of the Vogtle Units 3 & 4 Project in litigation concerning $1.5 billion in alleged cost overruns by the EPC contractor.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Jones Day has the in-house resources and local connections to manage complex litigations with confidence and determination."
"All the team members worked well together - very organized and efficient. They are exceptionally responsive and easy to work with."
"The firm was outstanding. They bring a great deal of buying power and they think outside of the box."
"Jones Day has the in-house resources and local connections to manage complex litigations with confidence and determination."
"All the team members worked well together - very organized and efficient. They are exceptionally responsive and easy to work with."
"The firm was outstanding. They bring a great deal of buying power and they think outside of the box."
Notable Practitioners
Christopher Thatch is a talented trial lawyer with experience across the whole range of construction litigation.
"Chris is highly organized and provides meaningful insight and key information to help the experts perform their work accurately and efficiently."
"Christopher Thatch is a world-class professional."
"Chris is delightful to work with. A careful strategist who constructively engages in joint brainstorming to work through complex problems. Also just good-humored and highly committed."