This morning as I sat dealing with both the preparation for a two day arbitration and a minor case of writer’s block, I saw a great note from my friend Brett Marston at the Virginia Construction Law Update that again piqued my interest. Brett pointed out a great viewpoint article in ENR Magazine written in
Thoughts on construction law from Christopher G. Hill, Virginia construction lawyer, LEED AP, mediator, and member of the Virginia Legal Elite in Construction Law
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The Construction Lawyer as Mediator
While there has been much discussion about whether a construction attorney’s involvement is actually a detriment to a construction project and its potentially litigious aftermath, I have spent a couple of posts here at Construction Law Musings to discuss the benefits of hiring a construction attorney early in the project, and even later in the
Online Professional Marketing- A Review from the Solo’s Perspective
One of the many benefits of publishing a blog like Construction Law Musings is the ability to connect online, and then many times in real life, with a variety of people. These connections then give me the opportunity to review materials on subjects from construction contracts to online professional service marketing. This last topic is
Open Letter to Guest Posters: Thanks for the Musings!
In the over four years and 500 posts here at Musings, I have been humbled and amazed at the growth of the subscriber base here at Construction Law Musings. While this growth has been a great inspiration to keep this little corner of the internet going, what really spices things up and keeps it interesting
Quick Primer on Virginia Mechanic’s Lien Law
If you have spent significant time in the construction business, you have encountered instances where (i) your construction contract has been breached, (ii) you have not been paid, and (iii) you need to file a mechanic’s lien. Some basic business practices, however, will help ensure that your lien rights are maximized and your claim preserved.
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I am a construction lawyer in Richmond, Virginia, a LEED AP, and have been nominated by my peers to Virginia's Legal Elite in Construction Law on multiple occasions. I provide advice and assistance with mechanic's liens, contract review and consulting, occupational safety issues (VOSH and OSHA), and risk management for construction professionals.
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