T: 704.377.8375
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  • 101 North Tryon Street
    Suite 1900
    Charlotte, NC 28246

Edward F. Hennessey, IV

Mr. Hennessey’s litigation practice includes the representation of claimants and defendants in construction, corporate and other business-related litigation. He has represented clients in, among others, the real estate development, construction contracting, investment banking, and transportation industries. In addition to the mediation, litigation and arbitration of disputed matters, Mr. Hennessey regularly advises and represents clients in the negotiation of contracts in the construction and other business matters. Mr. Hennessey is a frequent speaker at seminars and professional gatherings on contracting and dispute resolution issues in the construction industry, as well as on other issues regarding the resolution of commercial disputes.

Professional Affiliations

  • American Bar Association, Litigation and Construction Sections (Labor and Employment Division, ABA Forum on the Construction Industry, Chairman, 2002-present)
  • North Carolina Association of Defense Attorneys, Board of Directors, 2007-10; Treasurer, 2010-present
  • North Carolina Bar Association, Administration of Justice Committee, Chair, 2011-12; Construction Law Council, 2002-05; Editor, The Change Order (NCB Construction Law newsletter), 2000-02
  • Mecklenburg County Bar’s Volunteer Lawyers Program, Board of Directors 
  • North Carolina Construction Law Newsletter, The Change Order, Editor, 1998-00

Community Involvement

  • Mecklenburg County Bar, Volunteer Lawyers Committee
  • The Preserve at Belingrath Homeowners Association, President
  • Dartmouth Club of Charlotte, President

Professional Recognition