012 – Going Solo with Attorney Jeremy Baker
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.
012 – Going Solo with Attorney Jeremy Baker
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On April 22nd, Jeremy taught a two hour Construction Specifications Institute (CSI) Chicago course, entitled “AIA Document A201-2017: Understanding the General Conditions of the Construction Contract,” for CSI members who seek the Construction Documents Technology (CDT) certification. The CDT certification provides…
On April 14, 2021, Jeremy will present “Seeing the Big Picture: Best Practices for Contracting and Risk Management” in the Construction Management Association of America (CMAA) and American Bar Association (ABA) Forum on Construction Law. This presentation focuses on how…
The choice between arbitration and court litigation complicated. Arbitration is no panacea. Some disputes are definitely better suited to litigation in a court of competent jurisdiction than arbitration. However, Illinois courts and law are no longer hostile to…