Brian M. Dobbs
Member
Nashville
(615) 742-7884
bdobbs@bassberry.com
https://www.bassberry.com/professionals/dobbs-brian-m/
Brian Dobbs has negotiated and drafted construction and design contracts for real estate projects throughout the United States with a total value of more than $2 billion. Working with small start-up companies to large multi-national corporations, including a significant number of large healthcare and hospital companies, Brian drafts, reviews and negotiates design and construction contracts for all types of commercial and industrial projects. Because construction is one of the unique areas of law practice where transactional and litigation legal work intersect, Brian’s diligence on the transactional side allows him to assist clients in avoiding project disputes, resolving disputes and, when they cannot be easily resolved, litigating or arbitrating those disputes. In essence, his experience in one realm gives him a unique perspective on the other, and allows him to protect his clients’ interests throughout a project’s life cycle.
Brian works with leaders of public and private clients including owners, contractors, suppliers, architects, designers, engineers and subcontractors. His practice includes:
- Construction Transactions – Advising clients on planning and negotiation of construction and design contracts, including form contracts such as American Institute of Architects (AIA), Engineers Joint Contract Documents Committee (EJCDC) and ConsensusDOCS, as well as custom contracts drafted to meet the specific project needs.
- Construction Litigation – Defending clients in various types of construction-related claims and disputes, including contractor licensing matters, pre- and post-award bidding disputes, mechanics’ and materialmen’s liens, Prompt Pay Act issues, defect claims, and delay and impact claims.
In 2009, Brian earned the Green Building Certification Institute’s LEED® Green Associate designation. Developed by the U.S. Green Building Council, the LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) Green Building Rating System is the nationally accepted benchmark for the design, construction, and operation of high performance green buildings. A LEED Green Associate is an individual who has demonstrated the knowledge and skill needed to understand and support green design, construction, and operations.
Memberships
American Bar Association — Forum on Construction Law; Section of Litigation; Section of Public Contract Law
Tennessee Association of Construction Counsel (TACC)
Associated General Contractors of America (Middle TN Branch)
State Bar of California
American Health Law Association (AHLA)
Publications
Media Mentions & Firm News
Accolades
Chambers USA — Construction (2022-2023)
The Best Lawyers in America© — Construction Law (2015-2024)
Mid-South Super Lawyers (2017-2020, 2023)
Tennessee Law Review
John Joseph Graham Scholarship
Related Services
Related Industires
Education
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University of Tennessee College of Law - J.D., 2001
cum laude
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Auburn University - B.A., 1994
Admissions
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Tennessee, 2007
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California, 2001
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U.S. Court of Federal Claims, 2012
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U.S. District Court, Middle District of Tennessee, 2009
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U.S. District Court, Western District of Tennessee, 2009
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U.S. District Court, Southern District of California, 2004
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U.S. District Court, Central District of California, 2002
"Brian Dobbs is an experienced attorney with considerable expertise in construction contracting work. He represents large and small clients from a range of industries, particularly in the healthcare sector. Client feedback: "He has a clear understanding of construction issues, he's concise in his communications and provides great client service." "Brian Dobbs is a trusted and highly regarded resource. I would eagerly endorse him."
From Chambers USA 2023
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University of Tennessee College of Law - J.D., 2001
cum laude
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Auburn University - B.A., 1994
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Tennessee, 2007
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California, 2001
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U.S. Court of Federal Claims, 2012
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U.S. District Court, Middle District of Tennessee, 2009
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U.S. District Court, Western District of Tennessee, 2009
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U.S. District Court, Southern District of California, 2004
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U.S. District Court, Central District of California, 2002
"Brian Dobbs is an experienced attorney with considerable expertise in construction contracting work. He represents large and small clients from a range of industries, particularly in the healthcare sector. Client feedback: "He has a clear understanding of construction issues, he's concise in his communications and provides great client service." "Brian Dobbs is a trusted and highly regarded resource. I would eagerly endorse him."
From Chambers USA 2023