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Gregory A. "Greg" Harwell, Construction Attorney in Dallas, Texas

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Gregory A. "Greg" Harwell is an attorney based in Dallas, TEXAS. The practice focuses on Construction. Currently practicing at Slates Harwell Campbell LLP.

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Dallas, TEXAS
Experience
attorney
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Construction
  • Handles Construction matters from Dallas, TEXAS.
  • Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Construction Law (Dallas/Fort Worth) (2024).

About Gregory A. "Greg" Harwell: Gregory A. "Greg" Harwell is an attorney based in Dallas, TEXAS. The practice focuses on Construction. Currently practicing at Slates Harwell Campbell LLP.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Gregory takes on

Gregory concentrates on construction. Each area below outlines the kind of case Gregory handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Construction cases in Dallas, Texas

Gregory takes construction matters in Dallas, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Gregory agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Gregory A. "Greg" Harwell — construction lawyer in Dallas

Gregory A. "Greg" Harwell is an attorney based in Dallas, TEXAS. The practice focuses on Construction. Currently practicing at Slates Harwell Campbell LLP.

Greg Harwell represents large general contractors, national homebuilders, and specialty contractors in negotiating construction contracts and litigating and arbitrating construction disputes.

Greg is adept at navigating the complex and sometimes confusing world of bond claims and mechanic’s liens, having authored a chapter on the mechanic’s lien laws of Texas at www.lienlawonline.com. He has held numerous offices with the Dallas Bar Association’s Construction Law Section, including chair, vice chair, and treasurer. He served for years as chair of the attorney’s council for the Texas Association of Builders and on its Legal Affairs committee.

Further, he has been involved for many years in efforts on behalf of clients in the construction industry to draft and present legislation in Texas and throughout the United States that affects the industry. In 2021 he was the lead author in crafting wholesale revision to the Texas mechanic’s lien statute, Chapter 53 of the Property Code.

Gregory's approach to construction cases

Greg Harwell represents large general contractors, national homebuilders, and specialty contractors in negotiating construction contracts and litigating and arbitrating construction disputes. Greg is adept at navigating the complex and sometimes confusing world of bond claims and mechanic’s liens, having authored a chapter on the mechanic’s lien laws of Texas at www.lienlawonline.com. He has held…

The kind of cases Gregory takes

Gregory reviews new inquiries case-by-case for construction matters in Dallas and the surrounding Texas area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • Texas Tech University

    — · 1987

Gregory studied at — in Texas Tech University.

Law school and academic background

Gregory completed — in Texas Tech University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Gregory runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Recognition and thought leadership

Gregory has received 14 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Lawyer of the Year — Construction Law (Dallas/Fort Worth)

    2024

  • 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 — Commercial Litigation

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Awards:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Chambers USA: America’s Leading Lawyers for Business

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — , Construction (Texas) (2011 – 2022)

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — he Best Lawyers in America

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — , Construction Law, Texas (2013 - 2023)

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Texas Monthly

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — (Construction Litigation) (A

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Thomson Reuters

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Service)

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Lawyer of the Year — Construction Law (Dallas/Fort Worth) (2024). 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 — Commercial Litigation (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026).

Locations

Gregory A. "Greg" Harwell's office in Dallas

Gregory's primary office is at 1700 Pacific Avenue, Suite 3800, Dallas, Texas, 75201. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Slates Harwell Campbell LLP

1700 Pacific Avenue, Suite 3800

Dallas, Texas 75201

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Hiring guide

How to hire Gregory A. "Greg" Harwell — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new construction attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Gregory usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Gregory charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Gregory'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; Gregory will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a construction attorney in Dallas, Texas

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 Gregory

Gregory 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. Gregory confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Gregory'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 Gregory A. "Greg" Harwell

  • How much does it cost to hire Gregory for a construction case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Gregory walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Gregory offer a free consultation?

    Gregory charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Gregory's office. Some construction attorneys offer free consults — check Gregory's current terms during booking.

  • How long do construction cases in Texas 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. Gregory gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Gregory take my case if I'm outside Dallas?

    Gregory is licensed in Texas. Matters governed by Texas law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Gregory 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 Gregory?

    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. Gregory will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Gregory accepting new construction clients right now?

    Gregory'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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