Michael Mike Shanlever
Construction Law
Construction Law
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With more than a decade of experience focused on the construction of energy, manufacturing and commercial projects, Mike has the experience to guide owners and contractors through complex disputes. He is known for his work on troubled power projects involving high-dollar claims in courts and arbitration inside and outside the U.S.Mike Shanlever devotes his practice to stakeholders in complex capital projects, particularly in the energy, industrial and infrastructure sectors. Across the globe, Mike advises state-owned entities, private owners, contractors, and suppliers throughout the life cycle and claims process of EPC, design, and construction projects. Mike has litigated and arbitrated billions of dollars in claims concerning schedule disputes, cost overrun, performance guarantees, regulatory compliance, change order disputes, and defective design/construction claims. Mike leads large litigation teams and experts in protracted litigation through trial and other evidentiary proceedings. He has substantial experience in state and federal courts throughout the country, domestic arbitration, and international arbitration. With more than a decade of experience focused on the construction of energy, manufacturing and commercial projects, Mike has the experience to guide owners and contractors through complex disputes. He is known for his work on troubled power projects involving high-dollar claims in courts and arbitration inside and outside the U.S. Mike Shanlever devotes his practice to stakeholders in complex capital projects, particularly in the energy, industrial and infrastructure sectors. Across the globe, Mike advises state-owned entities, private owners, contractors, and suppliers throughout the life cycle and claims process of EPC, design, and construction projects. Mike has litigated and arbitrated billions of dollars in claims concerning schedule disputes, cost overrun, performance guarantees, regulatory compliance, change order disputes, and defective design/construction claims. Mike leads large litigation teams and experts in protracted litigation through trial and other evidentiary proceedings. He has substantial experience in state and federal courts throughout the country, domestic arbitration, and international arbitration.
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Michael Parker
Our company faced a significant, multi-party dispute over delays and cost overruns on a major manufacturing facility expansion. The situation was highly technical and threatened to derail the project entirely. We engaged Michael Shanlever at Alston & Bird based on his specific recognition in construction law. From our first meeting, his deep, two-decade-long experience in the energy and manufacturing sectors was evident. He didn't just understand the legal principles; he grasped the engineering and project management complexities instantly. Mike developed a strategic approach that was both assertive and pragmatic, avoiding unnecessary litigation escalation where possible. His guidance through mediation was masterful, and he secured a settlement that not only protected our financial position but also preserved critical contractor relationships to see the project to completion. His professionalism and calm, steady counsel under pressure were exceptional. For any owner or contractor navigating the high-stakes world of construction law in Atlanta, Mike Shanlever is the attorney you want in your corner.