Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2022 
Gene Blanton represents clients across the construction industry in matters involving commercial construction projects throughout Texas and in jurisdictions across the country. Based in Dallas, Texas, Gene works with large commercial general contractors, owners, developers, and specialty subcontractors on a wide range of construction-related legal matters.
His practice focuses on Construction Law and Litigation - Construction, including claims involving payment disputes, project delays, construction defects, fraud allegations, contract disputes, and other issues arising from commercial construction projects. Gene understands that each construction matter presents unique operational, financial, and legal considerations, particularly on large-scale and complex developments.
For more than 15 years, Gene has represented construction clients in state and federal courts, as well as in arbitration, mediation, and project-level negotiations. He works closely with clients to develop practical legal strategies designed to address disputes efficiently while supporting project and business objectives.
Gene’s experience includes handling matters at various stages of construction projects, from contract and risk-related disputes to litigation involving performance, scheduling, payment, and defect claims. His approach is centered on providing responsive counsel tailored to the needs of contractors, developers, owners, and construction professionals.
