$ 300-375 per hour
Zach Jones
also known as Zachary Jones
About Zach
Biography
Zach Jones is a recognized and accomplished litigator who fights for his clients. While most of Zach's clients are in the real estate design, development, and construction business, he also takes select cases dealing with other subject matter from time to time and devotes considerable time to veteran organizations, conservative/libertarian causes, and groups committed to preserving life at all ages.
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Practice Areas
6
Practice Areas
Construction and Development
35%
13 years
Contracts and Agreements
25%
13 years
General Practice
10%
13 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Tennessee for 10 years
State: Tennessee
Acquired: 2016
No misconduct found
Licensed in Kentucky for 12 years
State: Kentucky
Acquired: 2013
No misconduct found
Location
Martin & Jones, PLLC
304 Main Ave S., Ste 200, Fayetteville, TN, 37334
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Posted by Matthew | February 10, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Construction & Development
Excellent knowledge and understanding
Zach was very knowledgeable about the construction law that pertained to our case. Also Zach was very understanding of our situation and how it would effect our company. He was able to help our company to get the best outcome possible.
Zach Jones's Lawyer Endorsements
"Zach is knowledgeable about the law, easy to work with, and has experience throughout the construction field."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Zach is a diligent and thoughtful attorney, highly experienced in construction law, and most importantly highly respected amongst his peers, and who is known to vigorously represent his clients."
"Zach is an extremely intelligent individual who will outwork anyone I have ever known. His confidence, comprehension of the law and unparalleled work ethic are invaluable traits when deciding on an attorney. Without a doubt, I would not hesitate to seek Zach's counsel on any legal matter."
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Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2025
Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America, Best Lawyers
2024
Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America, Best Lawyers
2024
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2024
AV-Preeminent Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell®
2023
Fellow, American Bar Foundation
2023
Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America, Best Lawyers
2023
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2023
AV-Preeminent Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell®
2022
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2022
AV-Preeminent Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell®
2021
AV-Preeminent Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell®
2021
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2018
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2017
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2014
Speaker Recognition, 39th Annual Conference, Deep Foundation Institute
2013
Dean's Award for Service, University of Memphis - Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law
2013
Dean's Award for Excellence, University of Memphis - Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law
2013
Discovery Excellence for the Future Award, CALI
2013
Evidence Excellence for the Future Award, CALI
2012
Tax Policy Excellence for the Future Award, CALI
2012
Trust Law Excellence for the Future Award, CALI
2012
Trial Advocacy Excellence for the Future Award, CALI
2011
Property Law Excellence for the Future Award, CALI
2011
Federal Income Tax Excellence for the Future Award, CALI
2002
Distingushed Honor Graduate (Air Assualt School), US Army
Work Experience
2021 - Present
Managing Partner, Martin & Jones, PLLC
2018 - 2021
Corporate Counsel, Smith Seckman Reid
2013 - 2018
Associate, Stites & Harbison
2012 - 2012
Judicial Extern, United States Court Of Appeals, 6th Circuit
2012 - 2012
Summer Associate, Smith Cashion & Orr, PLC
2011 - 2011
Clerk, Chancery, 17th Judicial District
2005 - 2010
Estimator/Project Engineer, W.L. Hailey & Co.
2000 - 2005
Infantry Squad Leader, U S Army
Associations
2023 - Present
Engineers Joint Contract Documents CommitteeGeneral Counsel
2019 - Present
American Council of Engineering Companies Legal Counsel ForumMember
2016 - Present
Tennessee Bar AssociationMember
2016 - Present
Nashville Bar AssociationMember
2016 - Present
Tennessee Bar Association, Real Estate SectionMember
2016 - Present
Tennessee Bar Association, Administrative Law SectionMember
2016 - Present
Tennessee Bar Association, Construction SectionMember
2016 - Present
Tennessee Bar Association, Creditors Practice SectionMember
2013 - Present
American Bar Association, Litigation SectionMember
2013 - Present
American Bar Association, Public Contract Law SectionMember
2013 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2013 - Present
Kentucky Bar Association, Construction and Public Contract Law SectionMember
2013 - Present
Kentucky Bar AssociationMember
2013 - Present
American Bar Association, Forum on the Construction IndustryDiv 6 Steering Committee
2014 - 2016
USACaresGala Committee
2013 - 2018
American Society of Civil EngineersConstruction Institute, Claims Avoidance Resolution Committee
2012 - 2014
Underground Construction Assoc.Chair, Strategic Goal Committee
Sample of Legal Cases
Design Defect Claim
Case was settled favorably for my client
Contract Documents--Owner/Lender
Client's interests better protected
Contract Documents--Owner
Client's interests better protected
State Bid Protest
Agency re-bid the project
Payment Dispute--Unpaid Subcontractor
Obtained payment for subcontractor
Federal Payment Bond Claim--Miller Act
Negotiated settlement of claim.
Mechanic's Lien--Defending
Obtained release of mechanic's lien
Federal Bid Protest (Agency)
Obtained favorable settlement for contractor
Federal Bid Protest (Gov't Accountability Office)
Favorable settlement for contractor
OSHA Citation Defense
Favorable settlement with reduced penalties
Appeal of DBE Certification Denial
Success: DBE Certification Granted
Construction Defect Arbitration
Successful arbitration award (including attorney's fees)
Government Contractor--Payment Dispute
Client recieved the payment it was owed
Education
2013
University of Memphis - Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2009
Trevecca Nazarene University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2019
American Society of Civil Engineers, Construction Institute
Virtual Claim Decision – Arbitration
2019
American Bar Association, Forum on the Construction Industry
Liquidated Damaged in Construction & Design Contracts
2018
Construction Law Institute
Negotiating tough contract clauses
2018
Construction Institute Summit
You Be the Judge
2018
Construction Institute Summit
Resolving an Engineering/Construction Dispute Using Litigation and Mediation
2017
Structural Engineering Institute Structures Congress 2017
Resolving an Engineering/Construction Dispute using Litigation and Mediation
2017
Structural Engineering Institute Structures Congress 2017
Dispute Resolution: The Story of a Claim Resolved by Mediation
2016
Legal Traps for Nonprofits
Nonprofits
2016
How to Beat an OSHA Citation
OSHA Citations
2016
Contract Clauses that Poison Construction Projects
Construction Contracts
2016
ARTBA Law and Regulatory Forum
Anatomy of a differing site condition claim
2014
Webinar
Subsurface Conditions & Construction Contracts - What you Need to Know
2014
Small Business Workshop & Matchmaking
Opportunities for Small Businesses in Federal Contracting: Documentation Requirements
2014
Great Lakes & Ohio Valley Joint Engineer Training Symposium
Small Business Opportunities: Requirements, Certification, and Documentation
2014
Deep Foundations Institute 39th Annual Conference
The Impact Geotechnical Data Management Systems May Have on Risk Allocation for Differing Site Conditions in Construction Contracts
2014
Construction Super Conference
Anatomy of a Differing Site Conditions Claim
2014
2014 Pipeline Conference
Alternative Project Delivery: IPod or New Coke
Publications
2018
Sticks and Bricks II
Modular Construction
2016
Linkedin
OSHA to start shaming employers
2016
2016
2016
2016
Stites & Harbison Legal Update
Contractors: The G-Man Cometh, Are You Ready?
2016
Geostrata (published by the Geo-Institute of ASCE)
Alternative Project Delivery: iPod or New Coke
2016
Portfolio Media (Law360)
To Un-Jam Transportation Infrastructure Tenn. Tries P3s
2015
Stites & Harbison e-alert
GAO Report is a Good Reminder to Bidders on Federal Procurements: Agencies Don’t Always Follow the Rules
2015
Tunneling & Underground Construction
The allocation of differing site condition risk
2015
Discovery Deskbook for Construction Disputes (2d ed. American Bar Association)
Ch. 7: Discovery by Depositions
2014
Tennessee Road Builder
Differing Site Conditions
2014
Stites & Harbison e-alert
Recent Opinion Affirms Contractor Reliance on Owner-Provided Geotechnical Information
2014
Business First
How small business can grow by selling to the government
2013
ABA Forum on the Construction Industry
Subcontracting is a Risky Business: Ensuring Payment on Public-Private Partnerships?
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
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