Architects, Engineers and Surveyors
Whether you're an architect, engineer or surveyor, you are involved both in the planning, design and administration of projects of many types, as well as the operation of your business. Each of these responsibilities create risk which must be managed and unique legal issues which must be resolved.
The Sugarman Law Firm has the industry-specific knowledge, experience and expertise you can trust to handle all your legal needs. Jim Stevens, Sam Vulcano, Matt Gumaer, Brian Sutter and Dan Cavarello understand your business. We are accredited by the American Institute of Architects as providers of continuing education to design professionals. We understand the unique risks you face, and we can help you minimize them.
Our services include contract negotiation and review, risk assessment and management, dispute resolution including negotiation, mediation, arbitration and litigation, formation and succession planning for partnerships, professional corporations and other business entities. We also specialize in estate planning for professionals.
Send us a question about our services for Design Professionals.
We're up-to-the-minute on laws governing building design and construction, so consult us before you begin your next project. For more information, e-mail or call any of the lawyers listed below.
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Sugarman Law Firm speaks on the anticipated changes to the AIA documents
A copy of the Power Point which accompanies the presentation is availble for download here.
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Look Before You Leap
Understand the new 2007 AIA form agreements BEFORE you use them. By Samuel M. Vulcano, Esq.
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Sometimes the Shot Clock is Your Best Defense
Understand Statutes of Limitations and Reduce Risk. By Samuel M. Vulcano, Esq.
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Mediate like a Butterfly, Arbitrate like a Bee
This article appeared in Builder Architect Magazine. By Samuel M. Vulcano, Esq.
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Write Your Own Ticket
Using limitation of liability clauses to reduce risk. By Samuel M. Vulcano, Esq
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Your Constitutional Right to a "Bad Deal"
This article appears in the December issue of Builder Architect Magazine. By Samuel M. Vulcano, Esq.
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Should I Use a Written Contract?
Why and when professionals should use a written contract. By Matthew D. Gumaer.
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The Insurance Every Professional Needs
Underinsurance can be an inexpensive way to help protect your business and family assets.
By Samuel M. Vulcano, Esq.
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Condo Projects Present Unique Risks
You can minimize the risk associated with a condo project. By Samuel M. Vulcano, Esq.
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Question and Answer
Useful information for the design professional. By James G. Stevens, Jr.
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