Moderator: G. William Quatman, Esq., AIA, DBIA, Shughart Thomson & Kilroy, Kansas City, Mo.
Jeffrey M. Hamlett, JD, AIA, Callison Architecture Inc., Seattle
James L. Knoop, ARM, Lockton Companies, Los Angeles

      Using a variety of instructional techniques, case studies, and legal strategies, explore the legal risks and insurance limitations on housing projects. Discuss practical advice on how to offer design services on condominium projects in this litigious environment. Discover how to reduce risk and prevent frivolous claims on housing projects.

Learning objectives:

• Discuss why insurers are concerned about your housing projects and discover how to look more attractive to insurers
• Review state legislation that reduces claims on condominium projects and discuss how architects have influenced those laws
• Reduce risk through client selection, contract wording, involvement in association bylaws and declarations, and expanded services.