Tarek F. Abdalla

Tarek F. Abdalla is a partner at Jones Day and a top business lawyer representing developers, contractors, engineers, and suppliers in high-stakes construction and energy projects. His practice includes public and private infrastructure matters, covering power plants, pipelines, and complex commercial developments across global markets.

Tarek earned his J.D. from West Virginia University in 1990, where he served as Lead Articles Editor of the West Virginia Law Review and was elected to the Order of the Barristers. He holds a B.A. from Duke University, earned in 1987. He is admitted to practice in multiple jurisdictions and is highly regarded in the legal field.

Tarek’s international arbitration experience spans the ICC, DIAC, LCIA, and AAA. Abdalla has handled disputes in the United States, Europe, and the Middle East, including a $220 million claim arising from construction delays at a U.S.-based power plant. His strategic insight aligns legal solutions with clients’ commercial goals.

Tarek regularly advises on complex project development, such as guiding a European automotive manufacturer through its first U.S. plant construction. He is known for delivering practical legal counsel, with Chambers USA noting his “quick understanding of the issues” and alignment with broader business objectives.

Tarek F. Abdalla is also a recognized thought leader, frequently lecturing on construction and energy law topics. He has been honored by The Best Lawyers in America, Chambers USA, and The Legal 500, and was named a “Lawyer of the Year” for construction law in 2023. His work continues to shape successful outcomes in high-value infrastructure and energy matters worldwide.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Jones Day
• Member, Pennsylvania Bar Association
• Member, West Virginia State Bar
• Member, American Arbitration Association

Licensed State

• Pennsylvania
• West Virginia

Education

• West Virginia University
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Duke University
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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