AZ Specific

Construction Law

Arizona Construction Law From Start to Finish

Credits Available
Credit Status Total
Arizona CLE Approved 6 Total
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5 hours 52 minutes
Christopher Hering
Claudio Iannitelli
James Csontos
Mickell Summerhays
With Christopher L. Hering from Gammage & Burnham, PLC + 3 others
Recorded June 18, 2025
Product ID 100727

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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. Mechanic's/Construction Liens and Payment Issues
  5. Insurance Basics for the Construction Attorney
  6. Changes and Delays in Construction Projects
  7. Ethics for Construction Attorneys
  8. Construction Lawsuit Basics

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Product ID 100727

Credit Details

Credits Available
Credit Status Total
Arizona 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. 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

  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. Construction Lawsuit Basics

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

Who Should Attend

This basic level online seminar is designed for:

  • Attorneys
  • Construction Professionals
  • Paralegals

Speakers

Christopher L Hering
Christopher L.
Hering
Gammage & Burnham, PLC
Claudio E Iannitelli
Claudio E.
Iannitelli
Cheifetz Iannitelli Marcolini P.C.
James L Csontos
James L.
Csontos
Jennings Haug Keleher McLeod Waterfall LLP
Mickell J Summerhays
Mickell J.
Summerhays
Gammage & Burnham PLC
Speaker bio
Christopher L Hering

Christopher L. Hering

Gammage & Burnham, PLC
Christopher Hering

is a member of Gammage & Burnham, PLC. He focuses his practice in commercial litigation and construction law. Mr. Hering is an experienced first-chair trial lawyer, appellate advocate, and valuable business partner for clients facing complex legal challenges. He has consistently been ranked among the top litigators and construction lawyers in Arizona by multiple publications. Mr. Hering's litigation experience spans a wide variety of matters and industries, including construction, cannabis, real estate, creditors' rights, municipal and public entity law, and health care. He efficiently and cost-effectively advocates for clients at all levels of the judiciary, including the Arizona Supreme Court, Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals and U.S. Supreme Court. As a construction lawyer, Mr. Hering handles a wide array of matters, including professional licensing, contract drafting and negotiation, public bidding and procurement, transaction privilege tax, and litigation. His litigation experience includes payment disputes, mechanic's lien and surety bond claims, delay claims, contract termination disputes, indemnity claims, and construction and design defect claims. Mr. Hering's clients include owners, developers, homebuilders, general contractors, trade contractors, material suppliers, and design professionals. He is recognized by Chambers USA as a Band 1 lawyer in construction law and by Best Lawyers in America in construction law, commercial litigation and appellate practice. Mr. Hering has also been named as a Rising Star by Southwest Super Lawyers and as a top lawyer by PHOENIX magazine. He earned his B.S. degree, summa cum laude, from Arizona State University and his J.D. degree, summa cum laude, from University of Arizona.

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Claudio E Iannitelli

Claudio E. Iannitelli

Cheifetz Iannitelli Marcolini P.C.
Claudio Iannitelli

is a partner in the Phoenix law firm of Cheifetz Iannitelli Marcolini, P.C., where he practices in the areas of construction and construction defect litigation and claims, commercial litigation, and creditors' rights. Mr. Iannitelli previously has spoken for various professional groups on his areas of practice. He earned his B.S. and J.D. degrees from Arizona State University. Mr. Iannitelli is a member of the Maricopa County Bar Association and the State Bar of Arizona (member, Construction Section).

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James L Csontos

James L. Csontos

Jennings Haug Keleher McLeod Waterfall LLP
James Csontos

is a partner at Jennings Haug Keleher McLeod Waterfall LLP. He practices in the firm's surety and construction litigation section where he devotes a substantial portion of his practice providing legal advice and representation to owners, contractors, sureties and other members of the construction industry. He also serves as corporate counsel to numerous small businesses, assisting them with various types of legal matters including business operations, contract questions and commercial litigation. He earned his B.S. degree magna cum laude from Arizona State University and his J.D degree cum laude from Arizona State University College of Law.

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Mickell J Summerhays

Mickell J. Summerhays

Gammage & Burnham PLC
Mickell Summerhays

is an attorney at Gammage & Burnham, PLC. She is an experienced commercial litigator dedicated to providing practical solutions for her clients in construction law, contract disputes, and commercial litigation. She combines her diverse litigation experience with a client-focused approach to navigate complex legal challenges and to consistently deliver favorable outcomes for her clients' businesses. She earned her J.D degree from Arizona State University College of Law.

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