$ 350-400 per hour
Edward M. Whelan
About Edward
Biography
My practice is devoted exclusivly to construction law. I am board certified in construction law and served on the Florida Bar Construction Law Certification Committee. Prior to law school, I worked as an estimator for several mechanical/plumbing contractors in the DC area.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
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Licensed in Florida for 26 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 1999
No misconduct found
Licensed in South Carolina for 44 years
State: South Carolina
Acquired: 1981
No misconduct found
Location
Whelan Construction Law, P.A.
2950 Halcyon Lane, Suite 707, Jacksonville, FL, 32223
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Edward M. Whelan's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Ed Whelan is a great construction attorney. His devotion to his clients and cases is a role model to other attorneys. He knows construction law and works his cases for success. You are in good hands with Ed Whelan as your attorney. I highly endorse this lawyer. David Willis"
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Experience
Honors
2015
Superlawyers, Key Professional
2015
Best Lawyer, Construction Law, Best Lawyers in America
2014
Lawyer of The Year Construction Law Jacksonville, Florida, Best Lawyers in America
2014
Super Lawyer, Key Professional Media
2014
AV Rating 5 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
Super Lawyer, Key Professional Media
2013
Best Lawyers - Construction Law, Best Lawyers in America
2012
Super Lawyers, Key Professional Media
2012
Best lawyers - construction law, Best Lawyers in America
2012
Construction law, Best Lawyers in America
2011
Best Lawyer, Construction Law, Best Lawyers in America
2011
Legal Elite, Florida Trend Magazine
2011
Super Lawyers, Key Professional Media
2010
Super Lawyers, Key Professional Media
2010
Legal Elite, Florida Trend Magazine
2010
Best Lawyer, Construction Law, Best Lawyers in America
2009
Super Lawyers, Key Professional Media
2009
Best Lawyers, Best Lawyers in America
2008
Best Lawyers, Best Lawyers in America
2008
Legal Elite, Florida Trend Magazine
2007
Legal Elite, Florida Trend Magazine
1995
Order of the Coif, South Carolina Law School
N/A
Best lawyer - construction law, Best Lawyers in America
N/A
Florida Board Certified in Construction Law, Florida Bar
Work Experience
2014 - Present
Founder, Whelan Construction Law, P.A.
2015 - 2019
Partner, Regan Whelan Zebouni & Atwood
2008 - 2014
Partner, Gunster, Yoakley & Stewart
2006 - 2008
Partner, Akerman Senterfitt
1999 - 2006
Partner, McGuireWoods
1995 - 1999
Associate, Haynsworth Marion McKay Guerard
1991 - 1993
Estimator, Magnolia Plumbing
1988 - 1991
Estimator, E.J Murray Company
Associations
2007 - Present
Construction Law CommitteeMember
American Bar Association, Construction Industry Forum
Member
American Bar Association, Tort Trial and Insurance Practice Section
Member
South Carolina Bar, Constitution Law Section
Member
2006 - 2011
Florida BarCommittee Member, Construction Law Certification Committee
2006 - 2009
Episcopal Childrens ServicesTrustee
Sample of Legal Cases
Eby V. The Jacksonville Transprotation Authority
Defeated a $10 million dollar claim
Education
1995
University of South Carolina School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1988
University of Maryland, College Park
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
N/A
In-House Client Seminar
Condominum Law
N/A
Design/Build Construction Management
Design/Build Risks
N/A
DBIA Florida Convention
Design/Build Legal Risks
N/A
Client In-House Seminar
Construction Contracts
N/A
CLE
Construction Law
N/A
CLE
Construction Lien Law
Publications
2006
Aspen Publishers
Florida Chapter State By State Guide to Construction Contracts and Claims
2005
Aspen Publishers
Owner's Implied Warranty of Adequacy of the Plans and Specifications (Spearin Warranty): A Primer on its Application and Limitations
1997
ABA Forum on the Construction Industry
South Carolina Chapter, The Design/Build Process: A Guide to Licensing and Procurement Requirements in the 50 States and Canada
N/A
Aspen Publications
South Carolina Chapter, State-by-State Guide to Architect, Engineer and Contractor Licensing
Languages
English