CU Law - Construction Law Conference
Date and time
Location
University of Colorado Law School
2450 Kittredge Loop Drive Wittemyer Courtroom Boulder, CO 80305Refund Policy
Description
Please join CU Law’s Construction & Real Estate Law Association (CRELA) for its first Construction Law Conference. This student association is proud to present a half-day of learning and connecting with members of the construction industry community. The event will be primarily for the educational benefit of contractors and subcontractors and their corporate counsel within the industry, but owners, lawyers, students, and all others interested are welcome and encouraged to attend.
Colorado Attorneys and Judges: This event has received Supreme Court accreditation for four (4) CLE General Credits.
Online registration and payment are required– You Will Not Be Allowed To Attend Without Registering. This is a law school requirement.
* The Conference is free to 25 students. Students must still register online to be admitted.
Agenda:
12:00 pm – Networking Lunch: Sandwiches, chips, cookies, soft drinks
12:50 pm - Introduction
1:00 pm – The Role of the Expert Witness and Demonstratives: Using industry experts to create and present demonstratives strategically at trial, and the value that can be achieved in the process.- Ivan A. Sarkissian
1:45 pm – Ten-Minute Break
1:55 pm – Alternative Dispute Resolution (“ADR”) – Navigating the Mine Field: Available ADR options, strategic drafting of dispute clauses, cost versus benefit; playing to win. - Richard F. Greenleaf
2:40 pm – Ten-Minute Break
2:50 pm – Recommended Practices for Selection of Appropriate Construction Procurement Types for Private and Public Projects: Design/bid-negotiate/build; design/build; bridging and the implications for contract terms, insurance and bonding. - L. Tyrone Holt
3:35 pm – Ten-Minute Break
3:45 pm – Panel Presentation: Mr. Holt, Mr. Sarkissian, and Mr. Greenleaf will be joined by Mr. Zieglowsky, Esq., Kevin P. Walsh, Esq., and Michael C. Zehner, J.D. Candidate 2017, for a panel discussion on legal topics in the construction industry from senior, midlevel, and entry legal perspectives. Mr. Zieglowsky will lead discussion, and discuss the AAA’s role in construction disputes. - Rick Zieglowsky
4:30 pm to 5:30 pm – Outdoor Reception: Hors d’oeuvres, beer, wine
PRESENTERS:
Richard “Rick” F. Greenleaf, Esquire: Mr. Greenleaf is a founding member of BHGR and has over 30 years of experience working on construction and energy-related matters. He has represented clients on both public and private projects for owners, developers, designers, general contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, and sureties. www.bhgrlaw.com
L. Tyrone “Ty” Holt, Esquire: Mr. Holt is the Founder and Managing Principal of The Holt Group LLC, and the Founder and Principal of Western Neutral Services LLC, in Denver, CO. The Holt Group has many years of experience in the representation of owners, developers, general contractors, subcontractors, design professionals, sureties, and professional liability insurance carriers on new projects, contract negotiations, general construction law advice, as well as disputes and claims. www.holtllc.com
Ivan A. Sarkissian, Esquire: Mr. Sarkissian, Shareholder and Co-founder of McConaughy & Sarkissian, P.C., is a trial attorney whose practice is focused on the defense of business entities and individuals in a wide array of cases including construction defect claims on behalf of developers, general contractors and subcontractors. www.mslawpc.com
Rick Zieglowsky: Mr. Zieglowsky is a Director with the American Arbitration Association working out of the AAA’s Phoenix Regional Office, and is licensed to practice law in the State of Arizona. He currently manages Large, Complex Construction cases in an eleven state western region, including Colorado, and regularly presents to industry groups and legal professionals on topics related to Alternative Dispute Resolution. www.adr.org
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FAQs
Are there ID requirements or an age limit to enter the event?
Yes. Please bring a valid driver's license in order to attend the reception. Because alcohol will be served, this is a campus policy.
What are my transport/parking options getting to the event?
Parking permits will be issued to attendees at the entrance to lot 470 beginning at 11:00 am the day of the event. Please follow all parking attendant and permit instructions, and only park in lot 470, 402, or where instructed by parking attendant. CRELA will not be responsible for ticketed vehicles.
Where can I contact the organizer with any questions?
Please contact Michael Zehner, CRELA President at 970-629-0123, or by email at michael.zehner@colorado.edu