Austin B. Calhoun

Based in Jacksonville, Florida, Austin B. Calhoun is a partner at Lesak, Hamilton, Calhoun & Pontieri, known for his extensive experience as a business attorney. His client base includes a diverse array of corporations, entrepreneurs, financial institutions and businesses of varying sizes. He is renowned for his strategic guidance in business litigation, corporate governance, transactional law and dispute resolution. His skills encompass handling intricate construction disputes, business torts, contract negotiation, mergers and acquisitions, real estate transactions, loan origination, foreclosure defense, creditor bankruptcy representation, trademark protection, riparian rights, business formations and business dissolutions.Mr. Calhoun’s legal journey is underpinned by a strong academic background. He graduated magna cum laude with a Juris Doctor from Florida Coastal School of Law, placing in the top 2% of his class. His academic accolades include Nine Book Awards for the highest course grades in subjects like property law, torts and civil procedure, as well as the Governor’s Scholarship and Dean’s Honors Scholarship. He was also a Law Review Staff Editor and a member of the Phi Delta Phi Honor Society. Since 2014, he has been admitted to The Florida Bar and holds the license to practice in all the U.S. District Courts for the District of Florida.Prior to his legal career, Mr. Calhoun earned significant credentials in the construction industry as a Certified General Contractor and LEED-accredited professional. His management of multimillion-dollar projects, ranging from high-rise condominiums to large-scale retail ventures, provides him with unmatched insights into project management, contract negotiation and risk assessment.Mr. Calhoun brings a distinctive fusion of construction and legal insights, making him an invaluable guide for businesses encountering complex legal challenges. His skillful approach to problem-solving, crisis management acumen and ability to communicate effectively across the spectrum of an organization – from subcontractors to top executives – make him stand out in the legal arena.