Construction is a "Problem in Progress". Don Gregory enjoys solving those problems. He brings a wealth of legal and practical experience serving the construction industry to help settle disputes on complex construction projects.

He was named one of four “Tier 1” construction lawyers in Ohio by Chambers USA, as well as “Construction Lawyer of The Year” in 2024 by Best Lawyers. He was listed as the only construction lawyer in the “Top 100” Superlawyers in Ohio. Gregory served as General Counsel to many of the leading construction trade associations for decades, staying on top of cutting-edge industry developments. Gregory left the legal practice on top – as the “Lawyer of the Year” for Construction Law & Construction Litigation in 2025 – to focus exclusively on ADR.

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Testimonials

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“Don Gregory offers a unique service as a construction neutral. Don’s significant, hands-on experience in the construction industry, and his in-depth understanding of construction law, permits him to swiftly understand the parties’ positions and effectively, efficiently, and tactfully review the legal and factual issues with the parties and their counsel to help them understand the real benefits of a mediated resolution.

Equally important, Don adapts well to the dynamics of the party participants, which permits him to keep discussions moving forward. I have used Don as a mediator in large, complex and multi-party mediations, and in each instance, the participants resolved the dispute.”

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“Don has successfully mediated several difficult construction defect cases in which I was involved. His keen insight, innovative approaches and patient manner consistently encourage attorneys and their clients to set aside emotions that would otherwise get in the way of being able to make decisions based upon sound business considerations. I would heartily recommend him to anyone embroiled in a contentious dispute and, if fact, I have done so on several occasions.”

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“I co-mediated a complex construction dispute with Don and found him to be an astute mediator. Don garners trust among the participants with his easy-going style and excellent knowledge of the law. He grasps the issues quickly. I would recommend Don as a mediator.”

Credentials

Gregory was a leading construction law practitioner for 42 years. Construction is often a “problem in progress.” Gregory is now focused on solving those problems.

Gregory has been actively involved as a third-party neutral and advocate in ADR procedures on complex construction projects, including mediation, arbitration and dispute review boards. Gregory has represented all parties to the construction process in hundreds of mediations involving complex and sizable disputes. He has also served as a mediator in hundreds of construction disputes and he is a neutral for the American Arbitration Association and other organizations. He has trained arbitrators for the American Arbitration Association and is on its Advisory Panel.

Gregory has acted as counsel on some of Ohio’s largest construction projects.

Gregory initiated the legislation that resulted in Ohio’s new Mechanic’s Lien law and drafted Ohio’s first Prompt Payment Act, which has become a model for several other states. He also helped negotiate, draft and pass Ohio’s Fairness in Construction Contracting Act.

Gregory was named as the only attorney in Central Ohio to Business First’s “Who’s Who in Construction, Architecture and Engineering,” and is regularly recognized as one of “America’s Leading Construction Lawyers” in Chambers USA, The Best Lawyers in America, Ohio Super Lawyers, Who’s Who in International Construction Lawyers and other publications.

Gregory graduated cum laude from Miami University and received his law degree from The Ohio State University Moritz College of Law.

Why Mediation?

Insights

Dealing with mediation but unsure how to handle it? Reference these 10 commandments and be prepared to resolve your next problem. Read the Article

Both the American Institute of Architects and ConsensusDOCS have created standard construction contracts that make mediation a prerequisite to litigation and arbitration. We explore its advantages and disadvantages, and address issues unique to mediation in the construction industry. Read the Article

Lawyers play an important role in any dispute resolution process, especially in the construction industry. As the role of attorney develops in the industry, lawyers are adapting their skills to best serve clients and resolve issues efficiently. Read the Article

It's better to solve a problem sooner rather than later. There are several advantages to mediation and regardless of your issue, time and money can be saved. Read the slide deck

Mediation is a common solution to many construction industry disputes. Explore the advantages and disadvantages, and why mediation has become a prerequisite to litigation and arbitration. Read the article

Qualifications

Don Gregory Recieving the lifetime achievement award.
Cornerstone Award “Builder’s Exchange” 2021

Central Ohio construction industry’s highest honor for lifetime achievement

Lawyer of the Year “Best Lawyers” 2024

Construction Law
Construction Litigation

Top 50 Columbus “SuperLawyers” 2024

Top 100 Ohio

Band 1 Construction “Chambers” 2024

(1 of 4 in Ohio)

42 years of construction
law experience
Former General Counsel for many leading construction trade associations
Hundreds of mediations
Hundreds of arbitrations
Dispute Review Boards on many complex ODOT projects

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