Michael D. Hunt

Recognized by Best Lawyers^® since 2007.

II City Plaza, Suite 1100, 400 Convention Street Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70802-5618

(225) 346-0285

Firm: Phelps Dunbar LLP

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Overview

Firm

Phelps Dunbar LLP

Years In Practice

Phone Number (225) 346-0285

Michael Hunt represents both plaintiffs and defendants in complex commercial litigation and disputes involving design and construction. His litigation experience includes contract disputes, civil and criminal antitrust matters, environmental claims, expropriation and eminent domain actions, defense of federal and state securities law claims, disputes involving business torts, trade secrets and unfair trade practices. He has represented clients from many industries, including engineering and consulting firms, contractors, chemical and product manufacturers, financial institutions, insurers and public utilities.

Mr. Hunt counsels owners, contractors and specialty subcontractors on design/build and EPC projects, assisting with negotiations and contract drafting. He represents clients in disputes involving public bids and the prosecution of public contract claims against governmental entities. He has regularly represented clients in arbitration proceedings governed by the rules of the American Arbitration Association.

In addition to appearing in state and federal courts in Louisiana, Mr. Hunt has litigated matters in Alabama, California, Florida, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas and Virginia.

Since 2008, Mr. Hunt has served as the managing partner of Phelps Dunbar LLP.

What legal services does this lawyer offer?

Bet-the-Company Litigation

Civil Litigation

Commercial Litigation

Construction Disputes

Contract Review and Negotiation

Litigation - Construction

Awards

Lawyer of the Year recognition for Michael D. Hunt

Named "Lawyer of the Year" by Best Lawyers^® for:

Bet-the-Company Litigation, Baton Rouge (2018)

Litigation - Construction, Baton Rouge (2017)

Bet-the-Company Litigation, Baton Rouge (2011)

Chambers USA: America's Leading Lawyers for Business
The Best Lawyers in America
Louisiana Super Lawyers

Education

Graduated

Louisiana State University - Baton Rouge (Hebert), BA

Graduated 1974

Louisiana State University - Baton Rouge (Hebert)

Graduated 1977

Contact Details and Office Locations

Office: (225) 346-0285

II City Plaza, Suite 1100, 400 Convention Street
Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70802-5618

Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70802-5618

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