Michael "Mike" Shanlever

Michael "Mike" Shanlever

Construction Law Litigation - Construction
Recognized in Best Attorney USA since 2023

About Michael

Mike Shanlever: Experienced Construction Law and Litigation Attorney in Atlanta, Georgia

With more than a decade of experience focused on the construction of energy, manufacturing and commercial projects, Mike has the experience to guide owners and contractors through complex disputes. He is known for his work on troubled power projects involving high-dollar claims in courts and arbitration inside and outside the U.S.

Practice Areas

  • Litigation - Construction
  • Construction Law

Mike Shanlever devotes his practice to stakeholders in complex capital projects, particularly in the energy, industrial and infrastructure sectors. Across the globe, Mike advises state-owned entities, private owners, contractors, and suppliers throughout the life cycle and claims process of EPC, design, and construction projects.

Education & Credentials

  • Firms: Alston & Bird LLP
  • Affiliations: Alston & Bird LLP (since 2015)
  • Educations:
    • Vanderbilt University, B.S., Civil Engineering, 2009
  • Bar Admissions: Georgia, U.S.
  • Awards: Recognized in Best Attorney USA since 2023
    • Recognition: Construction Law (since 2023)
    • Recognition: Litigation - Construction (since 2023)

Mike Shanlever has a deep understanding of complex capital projects and his extensive experience makes him an invaluable asset to any legal team. With over a decade of dedicated service, he is well-equipped to handle the most challenging disputes in the construction industry.

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Reviews

4.7 / 5

7 Reviews

1,049 Profile Views

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Lakshmi Patel

Jan 05, 2026

Strategic brilliance in international arbitration proceedings

Our cross-border EPC project in Southeast Asia involved complex arbitration with multiple parties. Mike Shanlever's strategic thinking transformed what seemed like a losing position into a favorable o...

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Elena Volkov

Jan 05, 2026

Turned a catastrophic claim into a manageable resolution

Facing billions in claims on a troubled infrastructure project, our company was in crisis mode. Mike Shanlever's approach was methodical and reassuring—he broke down the massive case into manageable c...