Mr. Garrison concentrates his practice in construction litigation, and is one of the few attorneys in Alabama accredited by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) as a Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design Accredited Professional (LEED AP®). This credential allows Mr. Garrison to help clients proactively examine and prepare for the unique qualifications and risks that are involved in green construction projects.
As a construction attorney, Mr. Garrison represents owners, contractors, subcontractors, design professionals, design firms, and suppliers in all aspects of construction disputes, from construction contract drafting and negotiation to mechanics' liens, contractor licensing issues, insurance claims, payment and performance bond claims, retainage issues, litigation, and arbitration.
In addition to his construction practice, Mr. Garrison represents clients in connection with premises liability, nuisance cases, business torts, wrongful death, and commercial motor vehicle litigation. He is also experienced in appellate work and general business litigation involving non-compete agreements, obtaining temporary restraining orders and other injunctive relief, receivership cases, employment discrimination cases, contract disputes, and personal injury defense.
Before joining Baker Donelson, Mr. Garrison worked in the office of the governor of Alabama and was a law clerk to the Honorable W. Keith Watkins, Chief Judge of the United States District Court for the Middle District of Alabama.