Construction Law

MO Specific

Missouri Construction Law From Start to Finish

Credits Available
Credit Status Total
Missouri CLE Approved 6 Total
OnDemand
5 hours 52 minutes
Matthew Menghini
James Freeman
Robert Pitkin
With Matthew D. Menghini from McCarthy, Leonard & Kaemmerer, L.C. + 2 others
Recorded January 24, 2024
Product ID 97780

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Overview

Walk Through the Basics of Construction Law

Whether you are new to the construction practice or are looking for a comprehensive refresher, this online seminar will cover multiple issues that must be taken into consideration in the realm of construction law. Join our experienced faculty as they cover a broad, basic overview of the construction process; the fundamentals of construction contracts and key provisions; the basics of insurance; and the impact changes and delays can have on a construction project. Don't miss this opportunity to build your skills in construction law - register today!

  • Learn the roles of all parties involved in the construction process.
  • Discuss the critical elements that need to be included in comprehensive construction contracts.
  • Discuss how mechanic's liens work and how to properly file a lien.
  • Walk through the fundamentals of insurance and its importance in construction.
  • Learn how delays can impact a construction project and how to work through them if they arise.
  • Run through the claims process in construction cases.

Abbreviated Agenda

  1. Overview of the Construction Process
  2. Construction Contracts
  3. Understanding Subcontract Terms and Flow-Through Clauses
  4. Construction Lawsuit Basics
  5. Insurance Basics for the Construction Attorney
  6. Changes and Delays in Construction Projects
  7. Ethics for Construction Attorneys
  8. Mechanic's/Construction Liens and Payment Issues

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Product ID 97780

Credit Details

Credits Available
Credit Status Total
Missouri CLE Approved 6 Total
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Agenda

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  1. Overview of the Construction Process

    1. Applicable Law, Regulations, and Statutes
    2. Different Types of Project Delivery Systems and Responsibilities
    3. Roles of Parties and How They Interact

  2. Construction Contracts

    1. Overview of Contract Terms and Language
    2. AIA Contracts
    3. ConsensusDocs and Other Standard Contracts
    4. Allocating Risk Within Your Contract
    5. Drafting Basics
    6. Contract Clauses and Key Provisions You Need to Know
      1. Payment
      2. Scope of Work
      3. Substantial Completion
      4. Other Essential Clauses

  3. Understanding Subcontract Terms and Flow-Through Clauses

  4. Construction Lawsuit Basics

    1. Types of Claims
    2. Time Requirements
    3. Documentation Requirements
    4. Dispute Resolution-Arbitration/Mediation

  5. Insurance Basics for the Construction Attorney

    1. Risk Allocation
    2. Workplace Accidents and Injuries
    3. "Trigger of Coverage" Basics
    4. What is (and is not) Covered Under CGL Policies
    5. Additional Insurance Considerations

  6. Changes and Delays in Construction Projects

    1. Handling Change Orders
    2. Documenting Changes and Extra Work
    3. Excusable, Concurrent, or Inexcusable
    4. Deficient Plans or Specifications: Design vs. Performance
    5. Damages

  7. Ethics for Construction Attorneys

    1. Rules of Professional Conduct
    2. Conflicts of Interest
    3. Confidentiality
    4. Attorney Fees
    5. Avoiding Malpractice

  8. Mechanic's/Construction Liens and Payment Issues

    1. How Liens Work
    2. Preliminary Lien Requirements
    3. Filing a Lien
    4. Understanding Public vs. Private
    5. Bonds and Surety Claims
    6. Enforcement

Who Should Attend

This basic level online seminar is designed for:

  • Attorneys
  • Construction Professionals
  • Paralegals

Speakers

Matthew D Menghini
Matthew D.
Menghini
McCarthy, Leonard & Kaemmerer, L.C.
James F Freeman III
James F.
Freeman, III
Swanson Bernard, LLC
Robert M Pitkin
Robert M.
Pitkin
Horn Aylward & Bandy, LLC
Speaker bio
Matthew D Menghini

Matthew D. Menghini

McCarthy, Leonard & Kaemmerer, L.C.
Matthew Menghini

is a partner with the Chesterfield, Missouri law firm of McCarthy, Leonard & Kaemmerer, L.C. He concentrates his practice almost exclusively on construction matters. Mr. Menghini represents contractors, owners, architects, engineers, and manufacturers in a wide variety of complex matters, and represents many of the larger prime contractors in the St. Louis area. His practice is about evenly split between contract preparation and negotiation, day to day dispute resolution, and litigation and ADR proceedings. Mr. Menghini has extensive experience in handling delay claims, changed conditions claims, change order disputes, defect claims, payment disputes, and mechanic's lien and payment bond claims. He is also a mediator and arbitrator with the American Arbitration Association. Mr. Menghini received his J.D. degree from Washington University.

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James F Freeman III

James F. Freeman, III

Swanson Bernard, LLC
James Freeman

is an attorney with Swanson Bernard, LLC, where he practices in the areas of construction, land use, church, commercial litigation, business, contract, employment, probate litigation, appellate practice, transportation and corporate law. He is admitted to practice in Kansas, Missouri, and before the U.S. Supreme Court, U.S. Court of Claims, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eighth and Tenth circuits, and the U.S. District Court for the districts of Missouri and Kansas. Mr. Freeman is a member of the Kansas City Metropolitan, Kansas and American bar associations, as well as The Missouri Bar. He earned his B.A. and J.D. degrees from the University of Missouri at Kansas City.

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Robert M Pitkin

Robert M. Pitkin

Horn Aylward & Bandy, LLC
Robert Pitkin

is an attorney with Horn Aylward & Bandy, LLC. He practices in the areas of construction, business and commercial litigation, and lender liability. Mr. Pitkin is admitted to practice in Missouri and Kansas. He is a member of the Construction Law Committee of the Kansas City Metropolitan Bar Association, the Construction Law Committee of The Missouri Bar and the Construction Law Section of the Kansas Bar Association. Mr. Pitkin has been listed in Best Lawyers in America in the area of construction litigation since 2010. He earned his B.A. degree from Wheaton College and his J.D. degree from Wake Forest University School of Law.

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