I have written about the Virginia State Bar’s annual construction law conference on numerous occasions here at Construction Law Musings. I have been attending and/or speaking at these conferences for many years and I always learn something about areas of law that I thought I knew. The topics this year ranged from my old favorite, mechanic’s liens, to construction contract negotiation, to teaming agreements, and more. All of these topics were ably presented by a variety of colleagues and friends knowledgeable in Virginia construction law.
Even more than the great information, and the full boat of CLE Credit (including ethics) that I get from attendance, it is the continued relationships and new friends that I meet every year that make in-person attendance at this event so valuable. As my career as a construction attorney here in the Commonwealth of Virginia continues and I move from new/young lawyer to older/mentor lawyer these relationships, both new and old, are what make my construction law practice so fulfilling.
Whether it’s a chance for me as a solo attorney to bounce ideas or questions off of my more than-capable colleagues, the ability to just hang out, or (hopefully) to impart a bit of wisdom on a young up-and-coming attorney, every interaction at this seminar is one that I learn from and enjoy. Thanks to all who said “hi” and took the time to chat.
So here’s the inevitable plug. If you are interested in construction law and are a Virginia lawyer, I highly recommend that you attend this conference. You’ll be glad you did.
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