I advise clients on the development, delivery, and operation of complex transportation and social infrastructure projects, drawing on extensive public-sector experience to help navigate regulatory, policy, inter-governmental, and third-party challenges. I focus on building trusted relationships and providing thoughtful, business-minded counsel that enables clients to turn complex initiatives into successful outcomes.
Shmel Graham brings more than 15 years of infrastructure experience spanning legal and public-sector roles, including service in the City of Los Angeles Mayor’s Office under Mayors Antonio Villaraigosa and Eric Garcetti. Her experience working within government gives her a practical understanding of the opportunities and challenges involved in delivering complex infrastructure projects and informs her pragmatic, solutions-oriented approach to advising clients.
Shmel’s experience spans multiple delivery methods including P3 and progressive delivery models including progressive P3/pre-development agreements, progressive design-build, and CM/GC.
Throughout her career, Shmel has navigated complex, matrixed environments, advising on high-impact projects, managing strategic third-party relationships, and helping organizations deliver transformative projects. Her approach combines strategic thinking, practical problem-solving, and collaboration, with a focus on operational excellence and creating long-term value.
