2011 Practical Considerations and Concerns in Basic Construction Contracting

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Are you responsible for construction and design contracting issues? If so this teleconference will discuss pitfalls for the unwary, especially when using standard form agreements or informal contracting on small projects. The program is particularly appropriate if your previous company responsibility did not involve negotiating or understanding the financial implications of risk allocations. Besides improving financial performance of your company, whether owner, contractor or design professional, the information learned in this teleconference will contribute to your confidence and peace of mind on your next project.

Learning Objectives

• You will be able to discuss the difference between printed standard forms vs. Informal agreement.
• You will be able to review who is legally bound to your contract.
• You will be able to explain the function of a change order under guaranteed max price contracting.
• You will be able to define who is responsible for shop drawing problems.

Faculty

Jeremy S. Baker, Schiff Hardin LLP
Paul M. Lurie, Schiff Hardin LLP

Registration

To register for this live audio conference please dial 1-866-411-6211.