Construction Law Symposium

Date: Jun 26, 2024 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Location: New Jersey Law Center, and Online

Member Price: $180

Non-Member Price: $225

Section Price: $169

Event Code: I053824

Areas of Law: Construction

Earn up to 6.6 credits, including 1.8 in Ethics! (More Information)

Faculty

Keynote

Moderator

Matthew D. Lakind, Esq.
Tesser & Cohen, Hackensack
Stephanie G. Reckord, Esq.
Partner, Litigation Department
Greenbaum Rowe Smith & Davis, Woodbridge

Presenters

Bethany L. Barrese, Esq.
Saxe Doernberger & Vita, PC, Basking Ridge
Stephen W. Bialkowski, Esq.
Law Offices of Stephen Bialkowski LLC, Ramsey
Adrienne L. Isacoff, Esq.
Of Counsel/Arbitrator/Mediator
Taylor Law Group LLC, New Providence
Steven Nudelman, Esq.
Greenbaum Rowe Smith & Davis, Red Bank

Elevate your legal expertise at the 2024 Construction Law Symposium! This must-attend event is your gateway to mastering the latest challenges and trends in construction law.

Engage with New Jersey's leading legal experts for a deep dive into new construction law challenges and critical issues, such as consumer fraud developments, the UCC and common law as applied to goods and services and current insurance coverage issues. This forum isn't just about learning – it's about advancing your career, expanding your professional network and gaining valuable insights from the forefront of construction law. 

Perfect for both seasoned construction lawyers and general practitioners looking to hone their skills, this event promises an unparalleled day of growth and opportunity. Register today to secure your spot and transform your practice with the knowledge and connections you will make here.

Program Agenda:

  • 9:00 | Welcome and Introductions
  • 9:15 | The latest developments in the Consumer Fraud Act - Adrienne L. Isacoff, Esq.
  • 10:00 | What you need to know now about the UCC and common law - as applied to various goods and services - Stephen W. Bialkowski, Esq.
  • 10:50 | Break
  • 11:00 | Design professionals: Prevent theft of IP using artificial intelligence and plan stamping - Steven Nudelman, Esq.
  • 12:00 | Lunch
  • 1:00 | Hot topics: Additional insured updates and the impact on your construction law clients
  • 1:45 | Break
  • 1:55 | Practice tips: Advising your construction law clients on current insurance law issues - Insurance coverage, risk transfer, remedies. exclusions and exceptions to exclusions - Bethany L. Barrese, Esq.; Matthew D. Lakind, Esq.
  • 3:15 | Panel Discussion: Ethical Considerations for Construction Lawyers 
    - Moderator: Stephanie G. Reckord, Esq. 
  • 3:55 | Final Comments
  • 4:00 | Adjourn

CLE Credits
NJ CLE:NJ CLE information: This program has been approved by the Board on Continuing Legal Education of the Supreme Court of New Jersey for 6.6 hours of total CLE credit, including 1.8 in Ethics (Full Credits Available: NJ Ethics: 1.8, NJ General: 4.8).
NY CLE (t&nt):NY Ethics Non-Transitional: 1.5, NY Professional Practice Non-Transitional: 4.5
PA CLE:PA Ethics Credit: 1.5, PA Substantive Credit: 2.5
New: No PACLE fee is required for this program. To earn PA CLE credits, a valid PA Bar ID number must be entered into the CLE form provided after attending the program.

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