Cobb Law Group Launches Nationwide Construction Consulting Services

Georgia Construction Law Expertise — Now Available to Clients Across the United States

For more than two decades, Cobb Law Group has served as a trusted authority in Georgia construction law. From negotiating contracts and enforcing payment rights to litigating disputes and perfecting liens, our firm has guided contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, and owners through virtually every stage of the construction process.

Now, in response to growing demand from clients and colleagues outside Georgia, Cobb Law Group is proud to announce our new Construction Consulting Services — offering the same level of professional insight, contract fluency, and problem-solving expertise to clients across the United States.

While our attorneys remain licensed exclusively in Georgia, our consulting practice allows us to share our extensive experience with AIA contracts, ConsensusDocs, project risk management, and construction claims with clients, law firms, and construction professionals nationwide.

Why Expand into Construction Consulting?

The construction industry doesn’t stop at state lines. The same AIA and ConsensusDocs forms are used in projects from Atlanta to Austin, and many of the challenges contractors face — unclear change order procedures, poor documentation, misallocated risk, or payment bottlenecks — are universal.

Over the years, our firm began receiving calls from contractors and attorneys in other states who needed help interpreting a contract, organizing a claim, or understanding how to best structure a project for success. They weren’t asking for legal representation — they were seeking practical guidance from professionals who speak the language of construction.

Recognizing this need, we formalized our Construction Consulting Services to make our experience accessible nationwide.

What Our Consulting Services Include

Our consulting practice focuses on providing industry-based, problem-solving insight at every stage of a project. We tailor each engagement to fit the client’s role — whether owner, contractor, subcontractor, designer, or legal counsel — and the specific goals of the project.

Here are some of the ways clients use Cobb Law Group as a construction consultant:

1. Contract Review & Risk Allocation

Contracts are where every project’s success or failure begins. We review and explain AIA, ConsensusDocs, and custom construction contracts to identify provisions that can create risk — including payment timing, indemnity, liquidated damages, scheduling obligations, and dispute resolution procedures.

Example:
A subcontractor in Texas was asked to sign an AIA A401 Subcontract that contained a “pay-if-paid” clause and incorporated the general contractor’s prime contract by reference. Cobb Law Group reviewed the contract, explained the implications of those terms, and suggested practical modifications before the subcontractor signed. The result was a fairer agreement and a smoother relationship between the parties.

2. Project Planning and Documentation

We help project teams build systems that prevent problems. From preconstruction checklists to documentation templates, we guide contractors and owners on how to keep thorough records, track changes, and maintain the evidence necessary to protect their rights.

Example:
An out-of-state developer sought our advice on how to manage construction administration for a multi-phase retail project. Our consulting team created a document-control protocol, including standardized change-order logs, meeting minutes, and correspondence templates. This proactive approach reduced later disputes and helped the developer maintain clear communication with multiple contractors.

3. Claim Preparation and Analysis

When disputes arise — over delays, extra work, or payment — clients rely on our deep experience in Georgia’s construction claim procedures to help structure their facts and arguments. We work alongside clients (and their local counsel when applicable) to organize claim documentation, evaluate entitlement, and outline a strategy for resolution.

Example:
A general contractor in North Carolina faced a multi-million-dollar delay claim from an owner. The contractor engaged Cobb Law Group to review the project’s critical path schedule, correspondence, and daily reports. We identified missing documentation that weakened the claim and provided a structured narrative and evidentiary framework that the contractor’s legal team used to resolve the matter efficiently.

4. Mediation and Arbitration Support

As experienced advocates and neutrals in mediation and arbitration, we provide behind-the-scenes support for parties preparing for these processes. Our consultants help clients craft their presentation strategy, identify negotiation leverage, and anticipate procedural and evidentiary issues.

Example:
An attorney representing a mechanical contractor in Florida retained us as a consulting resource before a private arbitration. We reviewed the claim chronology, refined the issue list, and advised on how to present delay damages in a way that would resonate with the arbitrator. The client later reported that the insights from our session contributed significantly to a favorable settlement.

5. Internal Training and Policy Development

Many of our long-term construction clients engage us to train their staff on contract administration, lien rights, claims prevention, and risk management. These workshops strengthen in-house capabilities and reduce future disputes.

Example:
A regional contractor with offices throughout the Southeast retained Cobb Law Group to deliver virtual training sessions for its project managers. The sessions focused on reading AIA contracts, managing documentation, and identifying early warning signs of disputes. The result was measurable improvement in the company’s project performance and fewer claim escalations.

Why Clients Choose Cobb Law Group

1. Industry Focus

Construction law isn’t a sideline for us — it’s our foundation. Every attorney and staff member at Cobb Law Group understands the construction industry’s structure, terminology, and challenges. Our consulting work is grounded in decades of experience representing contractors, suppliers, and design professionals.

2. Familiarity with Standard Contract Forms

Because AIA and ConsensusDocs are used nationwide, our insight applies across jurisdictions. We help clients interpret these contracts not just from a legal standpoint but from a practical, operational perspective — identifying where project management, scheduling, and documentation intersect with legal risk.

3. Problem-Solving Orientation

Our consulting services aren’t theoretical. We focus on clear, actionable steps that clients can take immediately to improve outcomes. Whether you’re deciding how to respond to a potential default, how to negotiate a change order, or how to document a claim, our goal is to help you find solutions — not just identify problems.

4. Value for Attorneys and Law Firms

Attorneys outside Georgia often engage us as behind-the-scenes consultants or subject-matter resources for their construction clients. We bring a depth of experience in industry contracts, project delivery methods, and claim strategy that complements local counsel’s legal representation.

Examples of When to Call Cobb Law Group for Consulting

• You are a contractor in another state reviewing an AIA or ConsensusDocs subcontract and want help understanding its risk provisions before signing.
• You are an owner or developer planning a large project and want a professional review of your contract templates and change-order procedures.
• You are a lawyer or law firm representing a construction client and would like support analyzing a complex construction claim or preparing for mediation.
• You are a project manager or construction executive seeking to train your staff in better contract administration, documentation, or claims prevention.

In each case, our team can assist as a consulting resource — providing expert analysis, guidance, and structured advice to improve project outcomes.

Consulting vs. Legal Representation

It’s important to distinguish that while Cobb Law Group is licensed to practice law only in Georgia, our consulting services are offered nationwide.
When engaged as consultants, we do not act as legal counsel or provide jurisdiction-specific legal opinions outside Georgia. Instead, we function as construction industry advisors, leveraging decades of experience to help clients and their local counsel make informed decisions.

This approach allows us to work seamlessly with attorneys and project teams across the country — offering valuable insight without crossing professional boundaries.

A Trusted Partner for Construction Professionals

At Cobb Law Group, we understand that every construction project is a balance of time, money, quality, and risk. Our consulting services are designed to help clients protect all four.

Whether you are reviewing a new contract, troubleshooting a troubled project, or training your project managers to avoid future claims, our team brings clarity, structure, and experience to every engagement.

For contractors, owners, developers, and attorneys across the United States, Cobb Law Group’s consulting services offer a simple proposition: experienced guidance, practical advice, and solutions that work.

Contact Us

To learn more about Cobb Law Group’s Construction Consulting Services or to schedule a consultation, contact us at 770-886-5890 or contact us here.

We look forward to partnering with you to strengthen your projects, improve your contracts, and resolve your construction challenges — wherever your work takes you.