Office Location: Norfolk, VA.
Jim Harvey is a firm leader who successfully helps clients navigate the construction process and resolve commercial disputes.
Jim is there for his clients whether it is contract negotiations and preparation, construction and payment disputes, construction defects and property damage casualties, mechanic’s liens and surety claims, construction claims, bid protests, government contract disputes, land use citations and zoning appeals, or other commercial disputes.
EXPERIENCED COUNSELOR AND LITIGATOR
He regularly appears in state and federal court as well as arbitration panels and boards of appeal representing the needs of contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, owners, developers, engineers, architects, consultants, insurers, sureties, and many other businesses. Jim makes it a point to thoroughly understand his client’s business so that he can proactively advise clients on business practices, but, when necessary, resolve any disputes in the most efficient manner possible. Many of Jim’s engagements involve projects of local, regional, and even international importance, and he is able to use these experiences to help clients with every new problem.
VOICE OF THE CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY IN VIRGINIA
Jim serves as legal counsel to two of the largest construction industry organizations in Virginia: the Associated General Contractors of Virginia, and the Virginia Transportation Construction Alliance. Through his knowledge of construction law, he helps craft, evaluate and advocate new legislation impacting the construction industry and works to advance the industry throughout Virginia.
LAND USE AND ZONING
Jim assists clients in land use and zoning issues. He is the former Chair of the Norfolk Board of Zoning Appeals and understands how to work with local planning staff and zoning boards to accomplish the owner’s objective.
FIRM LEADER
As a member of the firm’s Executive Board responsible for the governance and operations of Vandeventer Black, he keenly understands the needs of business owners. He is the past president of the Norfolk & Portsmouth Bar Association, one of the largest and oldest local bar associations in Virginia. Prior to becoming a lawyer, he was an artillery officer in the United States Army and the Virginia National Guard.
BACK HOME
Jim’s wife and three daughters are all smarter, more accomplished and much better looking than him. Accustomed to confrontation, on weekends you will find him on soccer fields all over Virginia as a referee. Otherwise, Jim finds peace in biking, hiking, golfing or being outdoors with his dogs and family.