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Society of Construction Law and Design-Build Institute of America joint social event at Holey Moley in Houston.
Join your distinguished colleagues Ms. Jessica Sabbath of McDermott Will & Emery LLP, Mr. Greg Smith of Smith Gambrell Russell, and Mr. Jim Eshleman of Redcon Consulting for an engaging and insightful discussion on essential considerations related to the representation of general contractors. During this session these highly experienced practitioners will discuss key topics including:
*Strategies commonly employed by general contractors during the contract negotiation phase.
*Essential contract terms and provisions that must be skillfully negotiated upfront.
*How legal counsel and consultants can provide value even after the contract has been executed.
*How general contractors tend to address incurred risks throughout the construction phase.
Additionally, the lecturers will delve into the intricacies of working with general contractors when projects encounter challenges. From instances of distress to claims and dispute resolution, these experts will share with you how to protect your client's interest while navigating legal complexities. The panelists, having represented both general contractors and owners, are prepared to share insights from both perspectives during the life of a construction contract.
Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights and enhance your understanding of general contractor representation. Mark your calendars to attend this informative session and network with your peers and colleagues.
The Society of Construction Law North America would like to thank McDermott Will & Emery LLP and Berkeley Research Group for sponsoring this event.
*Strategies commonly employed by general contractors during the contract negotiation phase.
*Essential contract terms and provisions that must be skillfully negotiated upfront.
*How legal counsel and consultants can provide value even after the contract has been executed.
*How general contractors tend to address incurred risks throughout the construction phase.
Additionally, the lecturers will delve into the intricacies of working with general contractors when projects encounter challenges. From instances of distress to claims and dispute resolution, these experts will share with you how to protect your client's interest while navigating legal complexities. The panelists, having represented both general contractors and owners, are prepared to share insights from both perspectives during the life of a construction contract.
Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights and enhance your understanding of general contractor representation. Mark your calendars to attend this informative session and network with your peers and colleagues.
The Society of Construction Law North America would like to thank McDermott Will & Emery LLP and Berkeley Research Group for sponsoring this event.
Leveraging off the success of the inaugural conference held in Broomfield, Colorado and Boston MA in 2023, the SCL NA will be hosting the 2024 conference in Montreal, Quebec, Canada.
This year's theme is:
Vive Les Projets!: Impact Des Projets De Construction Sur Nos Vies
Long Live Projects: The Impact Of Construction Projects On Our Lives
This year's theme is:
Vive Les Projets!: Impact Des Projets De Construction Sur Nos Vies
Long Live Projects: The Impact Of Construction Projects On Our Lives
Latest papers
Presentation slides from the Panel.
This article aims to analyze how some legal aspects and rules may influence on how owners and contractors approach claim management in construction projects, taking special consideration in…
Depositions in international arbitration proceedings is a controversial problem. This paper explores the nature of depositions as a United States-based discovery mechanism and examines the role…