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Wojciech “Voytek” Jackowski to Present on Construction Contracts at the NYC Bar CLE Program
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July 22, 2019 | New York, New York What are some of the advantages and disadvantages of standardized forms of construction contracts? What terms should an agreement address in order to minimize uncertainties during the construction phase of a real estate development project? How should you advise your client on what to look out for in a term sheet or during contract negotiations?
From owners to developers, design professionals to contractors of all tiers, construction professionals have numerous questions about structuring and papering their relationships on a project. Offit Kurman attorney Wojciech “Voytek” Jackowski has answers.
Back by popular demand, on Tuesday, July 23rd, 2019, Mr. Jackowski will speak as a panelist at Construction Contracts 101: Demystifying Design & Construction Contracts for the Successful Project, a Continuing Legal Education (CLE) program presented by the New York City Bar.
As its title implies, Construction Contracts 101 will provide insights into the fundamentals of construction contracts. With case studies, real-world examples, and panel discussions, the program will explore the major contracting documents behind every construction project, touching on considerations for owners, developers, design professionals, primes, construction managers, contractors, subcontractors, legal advisors, and other key stakeholders. Attendees will learn about the various project risks, understand the perspective each party brings to negotiations, and discover best practices for securing favorable, mutually beneficial results. The program will conclude with an update on current legal trends, recent touchstone decisions, and coming legal challenges in the construction industry, along with guidance on how to address these changes.
Led by program chair Robert C. Angelillo, Mr. Jackowski will join fellow attorneys Jeffrey R. Escobar, Sarah Sparer, and Richard R. Volack for the presentation. The program will take place from 9:00am–12:30pm, and will be offered in-person as well as via live webcast. It is eligible for 4.1 CLE Credits in New Jersey, 4.0 CLE Credits in New York and California, and 3.0 CLE Credits in Pennsylvania.
Voytek Jackowski’s is a Principal in the New York Office of Offit Kurman P.A, whose practice focuses on commercial and corporate dispute resolution with an emphasis on achieving rational business solutions or cost-effective judicial resolutions of such disputes. In addition to appearing in federal and state courts and before arbitration panels and administrative panels domestically, Mr. Jackowski has experience in international aspects of litigation. He has represented entities and individuals in cases involving trade and contract disputes, property loss claims, bankruptcy proceedings, construction issues, commodities and derivatives matters, white-collar crime, personal injury, and claims raising questions under federal labor law. He also advises clients on international facets of litigation and dispute resolution, as well as criminal and civil facets of various international income reporting obligations. In addition to his legal practice, Mr. Jackowski is a recognized leader in the New York legal community and a frequent lecturer on topics related to commercial and construction law.
Click Here to Register for The Construction Contracts 101 Program
ABOUT WOJCIECH “VOYTEK” JACKOWSKI
Voytek’s practice focuses on commercial and corporate dispute resolution with an emphasis on achieving rational business solutions or cost-effective judicial resolutions of such disputes. In addition to appearing in federal and state courts and before arbitration panels and administrative panels domestically, Voytek has experience in international aspects of litigation. He has represented entities and individuals in cases involving trade and contract disputes, property loss claims, bankruptcy proceedings, construction issues, commodities and derivatives matters, white-collar crime, personal injury, and claims raising questions under federal labor law. Voytek also advises clients on international facets of litigation and dispute resolution, as well as criminal and civil facets of various international income reporting obligations.
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