William Underwood, a partner on the Construction Team and head of the firm’s Atlanta office, authored the article "Trust, But Verify: Addressing Risk of Non-Payment by Owners" published on November 18, 2025, by ConsensusDocs. In the article, William describes practical ways that contractors may protect themselves from risk of non-payment for properly performed work. To mitigate risk, he encourages the use of strong contract language and upfront financial checks.