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Stephen Reams, Construction Attorney in Atlanta, Georgia

Atlanta, GA

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Stephen Reams is an attorney based in Atlanta, GEORGIA. The practice focuses on Construction.

Based in
Atlanta, GEORGIA
Experience
attorney
Known for
Construction
  • Handles Construction matters from Atlanta, GEORGIA.
  • Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Construction (2026).

About Stephen Reams: Stephen Reams is an attorney based in Atlanta, GEORGIA. The practice focuses on Construction.

Areas of practice

Stephen's practice areas in Atlanta

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

Construction cases in Atlanta, Georgia

Stephen 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 Stephen agrees to represent you.

Biography

Stephen Reams, construction attorney serving Atlanta

Stephen Reams is an attorney based in Atlanta, GEORGIA. The practice focuses on Construction. Stephen works from Atlanta, Georgia and takes on construction matters across the region.

Stephen Reams is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Litigation - Construction.

Stephen, who practices law in Atlanta, Georgia, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Stephen is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Stephen's approach to construction cases

Stephen Reams is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Litigation - Construction. Stephen, who practices law in Atlanta, Georgia, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Stephen is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Clients Stephen works with

Stephen reviews new inquiries case-by-case for construction matters in Atlanta and the surrounding Georgia area.

Credentials

Credentials — where Stephen studied and practices

  • University of Notre Dame

    J.D. · 1996

Stephen studied at J.D. in University of Notre Dame.

Law school and academic background

Stephen completed J.D. in University of Notre Dame. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Stephen runs in Georgia is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Stephen's legal honors and published work

Stephen has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Construction

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Construction (2026).

Locations

Stephen Reams's office in Atlanta

Stephen's primary office is at 245 Peachtree Center Avenue, NE, Atlanta, Georgia, 30303. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

245 Peachtree Center Avenue, NE

Atlanta, Georgia 30303

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Hiring guide

How to hire Stephen Reams — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

Stephen charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Stephen'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; Stephen 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 Stephen

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

Payment methods and payment plans

Stephen'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 Stephen Reams

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

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

  • Does Stephen offer a free consultation?

    Stephen charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Stephen's office. Some construction attorneys offer free consults — check Stephen'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. Stephen gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Stephen take my case if I'm outside Atlanta?

    Stephen 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 — Stephen 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 Stephen?

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

  • Is Stephen accepting new construction clients right now?

    Stephen's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

Construction attorneys serving Atlanta, Marietta and Savannah in Georgia

Stephen handles construction matters throughout Georgia. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified construction attorneys in that community.

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