J. David Mura, Jr.

J. David Mura is a Partner in the Construction Practice of Smith, Gambrell & Russell, LLP.

Mr. Mura has substantial experience representing general contractors, owners, developers and specialty contractors in all aspects of the construction industry. Mr. Mura has experience litigating in state and federal courts as well as mediating and arbitrating disputes. He has litigated disputes involving delays, construction defects, design defects, inefficiency claims, bid protests, regulatory matters, change order claims, unforeseen conditions, payment claims and liens. He also has appellate experience in both state and federal appeals courts.

Mr. Mura’s representation also includes the drafting and negotiating of contracts for all facets of construction projects, including agreements between owners and developers, architects, contractors, construction managers, engineers and design-builders, as well as subcontracts and purchase orders. Prior to attending law school, Mr. Mura worked as a project manager and estimator with a large commercial general contractor. His construction experience includes streetscape, hospital, laboratory and stadium projects ranging from $1 million to over $100 million.

Mr. Mura received his Bachelor of Civil Engineering degree from the Georgia Institute of Technology and received his Juris Doctor degree from the University of Georgia School of Law, where he graduated cum laude. In 2009 and 2011, he was selected for inclusion in Georgia Super Lawyers Rising Stars in the field of Construction Litigation.