When you take on a smaller commercial project, you may feel pressure to move quickly and keep costs down. At the same time, you still need a solid agreement that reflects your scope, risk tolerance, and payment expectations. How to
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The Baker Law Blog, published by Baker Law - Design & Construction Counsel, focuses on legal issues related to the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industries. It covers topics such as mechanics lien claims, contract negotiation and drafting, risk allocation, intellectual property rights for design professionals, dispute resolution methods including mediation and arbitration, and cost-efficient legal strategies tailored to construction projects. The blog also addresses practical concerns for design builders, architects, engineers, real estate developers, and property owners, providing insights on AIA contract documents, project delivery methods, and legal challenges in various construction sectors. It reflects the firm’s expertise in construction litigation, alternative dispute resolution, and general counsel services for the design and construction community.
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Jonathan Berjikian Earns Appointment to AIA Contract Documents Committee Liaison Role
If you rely on standard form agreements to structure risk on your projects, changes to those documents matter. We are proud to announce that Baker Law attorney Jonathan Berjikian has earned an appointment to the AIA Contract Documents Committee liaison…
Jeremy S. Baker Appointed to AAA and ICDR Construction Arbitration Panels
We are proud to announce that our founding attorney, Jeremy S. Baker, was recently appointed to the Construction Arbitration Panels of the American Arbitration Association (AAA) and the International Centre for Dispute Resolution (ICDR), marking a significant milestone…
Jeremy S. Baker recognized as 2026 Illinois Super Lawyer by Thomson Reuters, 8th Consecutive Year
Baker Law Group, LLC is pleased to share that Jeremy S. Baker has been recognized as a 2026 Illinois Super Lawyer by Thomson Reuters, marking his eighth consecutive year receiving this distinction. For clients who rely on experienced attorneys in…
How to Defeat Mechanics Lien Claims in Chicago
Defeating mechanics lien claims in Chicago, is often possible for experienced construction attorneys. The smallest error or inaccuracy in the recorded document can void the lien.
Jeremy has defended property owner, developer, and lender clients from dozens and dozens…
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Jeremy Baker recognized as 2025 Illinois Super Lawyer by Thomson Reuters 7th Consecutive Year
Intellectual Property Principles and Rights for Architects
Jeremy gave a presentation to AIA Chicago entitled “Intellectual Property Principles and Rights for Architects,” which AIA Chicago described on its website as follows:
Jeremy S. Baker from Baker Law Group LLC will join the Practice Management Knowledge…
Jeremy Baker Featured on the “Building Scale” Podcast
We are thrilled to announce that Jeremy Baker, founder of Baker Law Group, recently appeared as a guest on the “Building Scale” podcast. In this insightful episode, Jeremy delves into the intricacies of contract negotiation, risk allocation, and the…
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