Introduction to AIA Contract Documents
Agenda
Day 1, Monday, July 20, 2020
11:00 am – 2:30 pm CDT (incl. 30-min. break)
Construction Contract Fundamentals
S. Martin
Current issues in construction contracting
Understanding contract terminology
Identifying types of construction contracts
Exploring roles and relationships of project participants
Contract negotiation and drafting
Case Studies: Exploring the law of construction contract interpretation
Examining AIA A201: General Conditions
S. Khan
Overview of recent updates to AIA documents
General provisions
Project participants: owner, contractor, architect, engineer, subcontractors
Changes in the work
Time, payments and completion
Protection of persons and property, insurance and bonds
Defects in and correction of work
Miscellaneous provisions
Termination, suspension, claims and disputes
Day 2, Tuesday, July 21, 2020
11:00 am – 2:30 pm CDT (incl. 30-min. break)
Understanding the Primary AIA Contract Documents
D. Fine
A101-2017 Agreement Between Owner and Contractor
(Stipulated Sum)?
A102-2017 Agreement Between Owner and Contractor
(Cost Plus Fee with GMP)?
B101 – 2017 Agreement Between Owner and Architect
?A133-2009 Agreement Between Owner and Construction Manager
Where Construction Manager is also Constructor?
A141 – 2014 Agreement Between Owner and Design Builder?
A401 – 2017 Agreement Between Contractor and Subcontractor?
C401 – 2017 Agreement Between Architect and Consultant
Exploring Supplemental and Alternate AIA Contract Documents
W. Gardner
A104-2017 Abbreviated Agreement Between Owner and Contractor
A105-2017 Agreement Between Owner and Contractor
for a Residential or Small Commercial Project?
B105-2017 Agreement Between Owner and Architect
for a Residential or Small Commercial Project
The “SP” Series for Sustainable Projects?
AIA Contract Documents for Digital Practice
Change Order Forms (G701)
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.6 CEUs (Administration)
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Speakers
David L. Fine
Partner at Mirick, O’Connell, DeMallie &; Lougee, LLP, in Worcester, MAMr. Fine represents and counsels clients in the construction industry, including owners and developers, general contractors and construction managers, specialty trade contractors, suppliers and manufacturers. He represents clients in adverse proceedings such as litigation and arbitration, and he consults regarding risk management, contract preparation and negotiation, and general business advice. Mr. Fine is the chair of his firm’s Construction Law Group and the past president of the Home Builders and Remodelers Association of Central Massachusetts. He holds several leadership positions in local, regional, and national construction trade and bar organizations. Mr. Fine was named a Massachusetts “Super Lawyer” by Boston Magazine every year since 2017.
William Gardner
MacDonald Devin P.C.Shareholder at Macdonald Devin P.C. in Dallas
Mr. Gardner represents businesses, entrepreneurs, and design professionals in complex litigation, construction, and land use matters throughout Texas. His practice focuses on construction litigation, government and private contracts, the defense of professional liability claims against design professionals, and overcoming regulatory obstacles faced by owners and developers in the use of land. His construction practice encompasses all phases of the contracting process for public and private contracts, from bidding and contract negotiation throughout administration and performance, to claims and litigation. His extensive experience and success in professional liability matters has earned him inclusion on the Texas Rising Stars list for four years in a row. Mr. Gardner earned his J.D. degree from St. Mary’s School of Law after graduating from the Honors College at Baylor University.
Sakib A. Khan, Esq.
Attorney and Principal at Khan Law PLLC in the Greater Boston Area, MAMr. Khan advises project owners, general contractors, subcontractors, architects, engineers, sureties and consultants on construction-related legal matters. A substantial portion of Mr. Khan’s practice is focused on pre-litigation, dispute avoidance and risk management counseling. This includes construction contract drafting and negotiation and development of strategies for project owners and construction industry clients to address and resolve contract claims for additional time and compensation during the course of the project and without external intervention by legal counsel, much less appearance in court or arbitration. He earned a B.S. degree in Civil Engineering from the Columbia University School of Engineering and Applied Science and a J.D. degree from Boston College Law School. Mr. Khan is admitted to practice law in Massachusetts, New Hampshire and New York.
Stanley A. Martin
Owner of Commonsense Construction Law LLC, in Boston, MA.Mr. Martin’s practice focuses on the construction industry, particularly in the areas of contract negotiation, procurement, project performance and claims, arbitration and litigation. He has conducted more than 100 construction-related trials. Mr. Martin is a Fellow of the American College of Construction Lawyers and has been an active member of the Associated General Contractors of America (AGC) and AGC of Massachusetts for 20 years. He has served as a lecturer on construction law at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and at Northeastern University.
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Course Title: Introduction to AIA Contract Documents
Delivery Method: Live
Course Description: This course examines construction contract fundamentals, AIA A201: General Conditions, Primary AIA contract documents, and Supplemental and Alternative AIA contract documents.
Learning Objectives:
Learning Objective 1:
Learners will be able to interpret contract terminology, recognize different types of contracts, participate in contract negotiation, and describe their roles and responsibilities in the construction process to ensure it is carried out to meet design specifications.
Learning Objective 2:
Learners will be able to explain the purpose of the AIA A201 contract document and describe how it spells out the rights and responsibilities of the parties involved in the construction process, including the owner, designer/architect and contractor.
Learning Objective 3:
Learners will be able to identify and describe the intent, application and the responsibilities created under the AIA primary contract documents.
Learning Objective 4:
Learners will be able to identify and describe the intent, application and the responsibilities created under the AIA supplemental and alternative contract documents.
LUs: 6.0 LU Type: LU|Electives
Prerequisites: Familiarity with construction documents
Advance Preparation: None
Program Level: Intermediate
Course Expiration Date: 05/22/2023
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