Matt DeVries, a partner in Burr & Forman's Nashville office, has been named the Chair of Burr's construction practice. Matt brings a wealth of experience to his new position. Prior to joining Burr in January 2015, he spent more than 15 years as a construction attorney in Washington, D.C. and Nashville.

"The growth of construction in Nashville and throughout Middle Tennessee is certainly visible by all of the cranes on the skyline," Matt commented. "I am glad to be a part of a growing law firm and construction practice that can help many of those businesses involved in the industry. We are all excited."

Matt has substantial experience representing contractors, subcontractors, design-builders, owners, developers and design professionals in the construction industry.

Matt is the author of www.bestpracticesconstructionlaw.com, a blog in which he discusses legal issues related to the construction industry. In addition to his construction practice, Matt represents businesses and individuals in commercial and employment disputes.

You can read more about Matt here, and Burr's Nashville office here.