Construction Law

UT Specific

Utah Construction Law From Start to Finish

Credits Available
Credit Status Total
Utah CLE Approved 6 Total
Wyoming CLE Approved 6 Total
OnDemand
5 hours 54 minutes
John Snow
Darrel Bostwick
Mark Thornton
J. Tayler Fox
With John A. Snow from Parsons Behle & Latimer + 3 others
Recorded April 18, 2025
Product ID 99847

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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 99847

Credit Details

Credits Available
Credit Status Total
Utah CLE Approved 6 Total
Wyoming 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

John A Snow
John A.
Snow
Parsons Behle & Latimer
Darrel J Bostwick
Darrel J.
Bostwick
Bostwick Law, PLLC
Mark B Thornton
Mark B.
Thornton
Skoubye Nielson & Johansen, LLC
J. Tayler Fox
J. Tayler
Fox
Dentons Durham Jones Pinegar
Speaker bio
John A Snow

John A. Snow

Parsons Behle & Latimer
John Snow

is a shareholder with Parsons Behle & Latimer. His practice consists of general civil litigation, including commercial, professional malpractice, construction, and insurance coverage and defense. Mr. Snow is a member of the Utah State Bar; Litigation Section of the Utah State Bar; Construction Law Section of the Utah State Bar; State Bar of Nevada; American Bar Association; Litigation Section, former chair of the Ethics Advisory Opinion Committee (Utah State Bar); and member of the United States District Court for Utah (Technology Advisory Committee). He has been designated in The Best Lawyers in America for more than five years, in the specialties of legal malpractice law, commercial litigation and construction law. Mr. Snow has been designated in Utah Business magazine's Utah Legal Elite, in the specialties of civil litigation and construction law. He has also been designated as a Super Lawyer in the Mountain States in Super Lawyer Magazine, Mr. Snow earned his B.A. degree from Brigham Young University and his J.D. degree, cum laude, from Arizona State University.

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Darrel J Bostwick

Darrel J. Bostwick

Bostwick Law, PLLC
Darrel Bostwick

is the AV rated owner of, and principal attorney for, Bostwick Law, PLLC, where he practices in the areas of construction contracting, claims resolution, construction litigation and construction ADR. Mr. Bostwick is admitted to law practice in Utah and before the U.S. District Court District for the District of Utah. He is a member of the Utah State Bar Association (Construction Law Section, past Chair). He is currently the chapter counsel for the Utah chapter of the Associated Builders and Contractors.  Mr. Bostwick earned his B.S. degree in construction management from Brigham Young University and his J.D. degree from the J. Reuben Clark Law School.

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Mark B Thornton

Mark B. Thornton

Skoubye Nielson & Johansen, LLC
Mark Thornton

is an attorney with Skoubye Nielson & Johansen, LLC. His practice focuses on commercial and general litigation matters, including contract disputes, construction law, transportation law, property disputes, landlord-tenant disputes, and insurance disputes. Mr. Thornton is a member of the Utah State Bar (Litigation and Construction Law sections) and is admitted to practice in both state and federal court. He earned his B.A. degree from the University of Utah and his J.D. degree, high honors, from the University of Utah, S.J. Quinney College of Law.

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J. Tayler Fox

J. Tayler Fox

Dentons Durham Jones Pinegar
J. Tayler Fox

is an attorney and shareholder at Dentons Durham Jones & Pinegar, where he focuses his practice on commercial litigation, real estate litigation, banking and financial litigation, construction law, construction lien law, as well as dispute resolution, purchase and sale, and real estate. Mr. Fox is a member of the Executive Committee of section chair of the Utah State Bar's Real Property Section. He earned his B.A. degree from the University of Utah, his M.A. degree from Valparaiso University School of Graduate Studies and his J.D. degree from Valparaiso University School of Law.

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