Chad V. Theriot, Construction Attorney in Atlanta, Georgia
Atlanta, GA
Trusted construction attorney serving Atlanta.
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Chad V. Theriot is an attorney based in Atlanta, GEORGIA. The practice focuses on Construction.
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- Atlanta, GEORGIA
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- Handles Construction matters from Atlanta, GEORGIA.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Construction Law (2026).
About Chad V. Theriot: Chad V. Theriot is an attorney based in Atlanta, GEORGIA. The practice focuses on Construction.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Chad V. Theriot
Chad concentrates on construction. Each area below outlines the kind of case Chad handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Construction cases in Atlanta, Georgia
Chad takes construction matters in Atlanta, Georgia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Chad agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Chad V. Theriot — Attorney of Georgia construction experience
Chad V. Theriot is an attorney based in Atlanta, GEORGIA. The practice focuses on Construction.
Chad V. Theriot is a partner in the Litigation Practice Group and a member of the firm’s board of directors. He focuses on major public and commercial construction and infrastructure projects. Chad advises domestic and international clients across a broad spectrum of construction, contracting, and procurement activities. He represents owners, commercial and government contractors, major subcontractors, and original equipment manufacturers in construction litigation and construction claims avoidance. Chad serves as co-chair of the firm’s construction practice team. Chad currently represents US, UK, Austrian, German, South African, and Saudi Arabian companies spanning the globe in the energy, construction, aviation, defense, and shipping sectors. He currently has disputes before the ICC and the LCIA involving international disputes. He also currently represents domestic clients before the AAA and various state and federal courts. Chad has successfully litigated more than $2.5 billion in disputes. His typical range of projects includes representing owners and contractors in the construction and design of energy projects, airports, military bases, power plants, environmental and closure projects, cogeneration plants, oil refineries, hospitals, high-rises, off-shore platforms, hotels, resorts, and a variety of other commercial and industrial construction projects. He also has extensive experience in the aircraft, locomotive, and shipbuilding industries. Before joining Jones Walker, Chad practiced in the Atlanta office of an Am Law 100 firm, where he was a partner on the construction and infrastructure team. Prior to law school, Chad worked as a claims consultant on commercial and government contracts involving project schedule delivery, strategic planning, schedule risks, inefficiency claims, and delay analyses. His work included the preparation and review of claims for delay, disruption, acceleration, and quantifying interruption impacts. Chad is co-editor for the annual Construction Law Update, Wolters Kluwer, a contributing author of the World of Arbitration and Mediation Report, and a former adjunct professor of construction law at Southern Polytechnic State University in Georgia.
Chad's approach to construction cases
Chad V. Theriot is a partner in the Litigation Practice Group and a member of the firm’s board of directors. He focuses on major public and commercial construction and infrastructure projects. Chad advises domestic and international clients across a broad spectrum of construction, contracting, and procurement activities. He represents owners, commercial and government contractors, major…
Clients Chad works with
Chad reviews new inquiries case-by-case for construction matters in Atlanta and the surrounding Georgia area.
Credentials
Chad V. Theriot's legal education and bar admissions
Tulane University
JD · 2001
University of South Alabama
MBA · 1998
Spring Hill College
BS · 1994
Jurisdictions
Chad's state bar admissions
Georgia, Georgia
ACTIVE
Louisiana, Louisiana
ACTIVE
New York, New York
ACTIVE
North Carolina, Nort
ACTIVE
Chad studied at JD in Tulane University, MBA in University of South Alabama, and BS in Spring Hill College.
Law school and academic background
Chad completed JD in Tulane University, MBA in University of South Alabama, and BS in Spring Hill College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Chad runs in Georgia is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Chad V. Theriot
Chad has received 5 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Construction Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Construction
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Arbitration
2026
Best Lawyers in America — International Arbitration - Commercial
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Construction Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Construction (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Arbitration (2026). Best Lawyers in America — International Arbitration - Commercial (2026).
Locations
Chad V. Theriot's office in Atlanta
Chad's primary office is at 3455 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 1400, Atlanta, Georgia, 30326. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Chad V. Theriot — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new construction attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Chad usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Chad charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Chad's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Chad will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a construction attorney in Atlanta, Georgia
A short list to run through before you commit: How many construction matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Chad
Chad discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in construction practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every construction matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Chad confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Chad's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many construction practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Chad V. Theriot
How much does it cost to hire Chad for a construction case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Chad walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Chad offer a free consultation?
Chad charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Chad's office. Some construction attorneys offer free consults — check Chad's current terms during booking.
How long do construction cases in Georgia typically take?
Simple construction matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Chad gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Chad take my case if I'm outside Atlanta?
Chad is licensed in Georgia. Matters governed by Georgia law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Chad will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Chad?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Chad will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Chad accepting new construction clients right now?
Chad's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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