Jonathan Taunton focuses his practice in construction law and construction litigation.
Prior to practicing law, Mr. Taunton proudly served as an enlisted and commissioned member of the United States Marine Corps where he successfully negotiated with decision-makers from many countries with conflicting agendas. Thereafter, Mr. Taunton managed all aspects of a construction firm in Atlanta where he gained extensive experience with the Environmental Protection Agency's National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System requirements and regularly consulted with clients regarding design, construction, maintenance and compliance in this increasingly regulated field.
Industries
Construction & Infrastructure
Experience
Construction litigation claims against pipeline contractor, Kilpatrick Townsend successfully completed its representation of a pipeline contractor in Alabama federal court against two affiliated subcontractors. The subcontractors asserted over $15 million in claims against our client. We moved to dismiss one of the subcontractors' claims on the grounds of improper forum. The court granted our motion, and the parties later settled the claims on favorable terms for our client. The terms of the settlement are confidential.
*Experience gained by attorney prior to joining Kilpatrick Townsend
Publications
17 May 2011, Southeastern Region: Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia
Source: Construction Law Update 2011, Other Publications
News
08 August 2011, Construction Industry's Leading Legal Guide Updated for 2011, News Releases