Atty. Jonathan Straw
Jonathan J. Straw is an attorney with Kraftson Caudle in McLean, Virginia, where he focuses his practice on construction law and government contracts.
Construction Law Attorney · Serving McLean, VA
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Jonathan Straw is a construction attorney based in McLean, Virginia, practicing at Kraftson Caudle. Admitted to practice in Arizona, State Bar of Arizona, Maryland, Maryland State Bar Association, District of Columbia, The District of Columbia Bar, and Virginia, Virginia State Bar. Educated at Western State University College of Law (J.D., 2010) and Missouri State University (M.A., 2003). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Construction Law (2026). Serves clients in McLean, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Jonathan Straw
Jonathan J. Straw is an attorney with Kraftson Caudle in McLean, Virginia, where he focuses his practice on construction law and government contracts. His work involves claims, litigation, arbitration, mediation, and negotiation arising from change orders, schedule delays, and payment disputes. Jon represents prime contractors, subcontractors, and project owners on public and private construction projects in state and federal forums across the United States.
His construction law experience includes matters involving the following types of projects and locations:
- Enhanced Perimeter Security Project, Washington, D.C.
- Veterans Administration National Cemetery, Omaha, Nebraska
- Flood Control Project, New Orleans, Louisiana
- New State Court Complex, Norfolk, Virginia
- Highway Transportation Improvement Projects throughout the Commonwealth of Virginia
- U.S. Department of Commerce Office and Research Facility, Hawaii
- U.S. Department of Transportation Air Traffic Control Tower and Office Building, Nevada
- U.S. Department of Defense Projects, OCONUS
- U.S. General Services Administration Building Security Improvements, Washington, D.C. and Maryland
- Underground Cabling and Pipeline Projects, Virginia
- Electric Substation and Switchyard, Manitoba
- Hydro-Electric Power Generation Plant, Pennsylvania
- 12-mile Highway Connector, North Carolina
- Hydro-Electric Pumped-Storage Plant, California
- Wastewater Treatment Plant, Virginia
- U.S. Air Force Base Housing Development, Missouri
- Transcontinental Oil Pipeline, Midwestern United States
- U.S. Army Base Housing Development, Georgia
- IDIQ U.S. Department of Defense Contract, South Carolina
Jon brings a strong background in advocacy and dispute resolution to his construction law practice. Before entering private practice, he worked on political fundraising and grassroots issue campaigns for corporate and association clients. This experience contributes to his ability to analyze complex construction disputes, identify practical considerations, and communicate effectively with multiple stakeholders involved in large-scale projects.
Jon earned his Juris Doctor from Western State University College of Law in 2010. He also holds a Master of Arts (2003) and a Bachelor of Arts (2001) from Missouri State University. He is admitted to practice law in the Commonwealth of Virginia, the District of Columbia, the State of Maryland, the State of Arizona, and related federal courts.
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Construction Law in McLean
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Why Local Counsel Matters in McLean
Practicing law in Virginia. Legal matters in Virginia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in McLean are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Virginia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Virginia brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Virginia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
McLean Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a McLean-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Why Clients in McLean Choose Jonathan Straw
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Jonathan Straw's practice in the field of construction.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Arizona, State Bar of Arizona, Maryland, Maryland State Bar Association, and District of Columbia, The District of Columbia Bar, Jonathan Straw can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Focused Construction Practice
Concentrating on construction means Jonathan Straw's knowledge of relevant statutes, case law, and procedural nuances stays current — unlike generalist practices that spread attention across unrelated fields.
Local Presence in McLean
A McLean-based practice means Jonathan Straw attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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