ARE 5.0 Study Group + DISCUSSION

Once every other month the study group will have either a guest speaker or a guided work through an exam question. Want to better understand how contracts are structured and what they really mean for a project? Join us April 1 as we hear from Meredith Metaxas and Robert Derner from Allensworth Law, who will break down key contract relationships, risk considerations, and what architects should know when navigating these agreements. Food and drinks provided.

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Robert Derner

Robert Derner is an exceptionally analytical construction attorney whose practice focuses on complex construction contracts, particularly professional services agreements for architects, engineers, and other professional consultants. Aside from supporting with the front end of a project, Robert also supports with construction disputes involving breach of contract, construction defects, and payment claims. He excels at distilling key facts and bringing clarity to the sprawling details of a project. That ability helps move matters efficiently toward the most favorable outcome for his clients.

Meredith Metaxas

As a member of Allensworth’s transactions team, Meredith draws on her background in architectural engineering and hands-on construction industry experience to bring a strong understanding of both the legal and technical sides of a project. She drafts construction contracts and consultant agreements, advises governmental entities on procurement matters, and supports clients with close-out disputes and strategic project guidance. Her work is defined by meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to mastering complex issues efficiently, helping set clients and their projects up for success.