David A. Dial

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Broad-based, complex trial practice involves the representation of corporations and individuals involved in almost every aspect of business in the United States. Has significant experience in construction law, representing all entities involved in the construction industry, including owners, sureties, architects/engineers, general contractors, subcontractors and suppliers. Has handled matters in 40 states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico, the Bahamas, Canada and Australia. Also represents clients nationally in complex product liability, transportation and premises liability matters.

Professional Activities and Honors

Named Georgia “Super Lawyer” in Super Lawyers and Atlanta magazines for 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009 and 2010 in the category of Construction/Surety
Named top Business Lawyer by Chambers USA in its annual listing of “America’s Leading Business Lawyers” for 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009 and 2010
Named to “The Best Lawyers in America” in Construction Law for 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010 and 2011

Admissions to Practice

State Bar of Georgia
Georgia Court of Appeals
Georgia Supreme Court
United States Supreme Court
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Georgia
U.S. District Court, Middle District of Georgia
U.S. District Court, District of Colorado
U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit
U.S. Court of Federal Claims

Education

B.A., summa cum laude, University of Georgia, 1980; Phi Beta Kappa
J.D., Baylor University School of Law, Valedictorian, 1983; Editor, Baylor Law Review; Mock Trial Team; President, Phi Alpha Delta

Publications

“Performance of Construction and Design Contracts” chapter of Construction Law (co-author), 1986.
“It's the Law,” Engineered Systems, periodic column co-editor.
“Advantages of Plaintiff's Position in Complex Civil Litigation,” The Trial Practice Newsletter, 1987.