Understand how to fill out and amend the A105, and how the A105 compares, contrasts, and interacts with other various AIA Documents.
The AIA Form agreements comprise well over 100 different forms. After attending the presentation, you will be able to identify the appropriate owner-contractor form to use. Specifically, you will have a clear understanding of the A105 short form agreement including its terms, as well as its limitations and potential pitfalls. Lastly, you will have an understanding of what terms may need to be modified or added, depending on the nature of the project.
Learning Objectives
- You will be able to describe the different type of AIA form agreements.
- You will be able to review an A105 Agreement and understand its terms.
- You will be able to identify when to use the A105 agreement and the modifications that may need to be made to the form agreement.
- You will be able to recognize the issues inherent in owner-contractor agreements.
Agenda
Overview of AIA Form Agreements
- AIA Owner - Contractor Agreements
- AIA Owner - Architect Agreements
- Other AIA Form Agreements
- Other Forms of Agreement
Review of the A105 Short Form
Owner - Contractor Agreement
- Use for Small Commercial and Residential Projects
- Review Terms of the A105
- Discuss Limitations and Drawbacks of the A105
Customizing the A105 for Different Projects
- Home Improvement Contracts
- Scope of Work
- Schedule
- Applications for Payment/Use of Monies
- Retainage
- Changes in the Work
- Indemnity
- Insurance
- Termination
- Dispute Resolution
- Lien Waivers / Project Close-out
- Guaranty / Correction of Work
Conclusion
Speakers
Charles R. (Chip) Pierce, Jr., Esq.,
Rosenberg & Estis, P.C.- Member and Head of Rosenberg & Estis, P.C.Construction Department
- Has counseled a wide range of construction industry clients, including owners, developers, construction managers, contractors, manufacturers, suppliers, architects, engineers, and designers in their business dealings and contractual relationships for over 30 years
- Represents real estate investors and property owners as they acquire, develop, and sell properties in New York City and Long Island
- A trained mediator and frequent lecturer on construction agreements and mechanic’s liens
- Fellow of the Construction Lawyers Society of America and a construction Super Lawyer in the New York Metro area
Who Should Attend
This live webinar is designed for attorneys, presidents, vice presidents, owners, project managers, architects, engineers, contract managers, property and facilities managers, principals, real estate developers, and lenders.
