Carter McDonnell represents owners, developers and design professionals in a wide range of construction and development matters, with a focus on efficiently navigating disputes and litigation. He guides clients through the full life cycle of a dispute—assessing risk, identifying resolution strategies and pursuing litigation when it serves their business goals and best interests.

In addition to his litigation practice, Carter counsels clients on the drafting and negotiation of development and construction agreements for large-scale residential, commercial and industrial projects. Known for his responsiveness and practical approach, Carter is committed to protecting client interests and delivering effective, business-minded results in high-stakes matters.

Prior to entering private practice, Carter built a multifaceted career spanning startup operations management, including co-founding and scaling an innovative novelty dessert company with national distribution in more than 4,000 grocery and natural food stores — experience that continues to inform his pragmatic, business-oriented approach to construction law. This background gives Carter a rare dual perspective, combining real-world operational experience with sophisticated legal training, allowing him to advise owners, developers and design professionals with a practical understanding of how projects function day-to-day and how disputes impact broader business objectives.