CONSTRUCTION LAWEXCHANGE 2014

An engagingSIMULATEDMEDIATION

involving manyof the complex

issues that arisein construction

matters

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OCTOBER 28, 2014ARIA Resort & CasinoLas Vegas, NV

Register online at web.uslaw.org/2014-lasvegas-exchanges/

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USLAW welcomes you as our guest for the premierCONSTRUCTION LAW EXCHANGE 2014

Las Vegas, Nevada • Tuesday, October 28, 2014This program is specifically designed for corporate counsel, litigationmanagers, risk professionals and claims personnel to engage in asimulated mediation involving many of the complex issues that arise inconstruction matters. We welcome national and regional contractors andinsurance companies to join us. In advance of the event, participants willreceive a fact pattern based on an actual case. Under the direction of acertified mediator, participant-teams will debate the issues and seek toreach a resolution. Throughout the “mediation,” presenters will discuss thetechnical and legal issues presented by the fact pattern. Attendees willlearn about the current state of the law on various legal topics and gaininsight into the mindset of various parties when addressing constructiondefect litigation.

TOPICS TO BEDISCUSSED...

Today’s construction defect litigation presents a host of issues, from technicalto liability to contract to insurance. Through a mediation-style collaboration,many of these issues will be discussed within the context of a real-life factpattern. These topics include:

WHY ATTEND?This highly interactive event provides you with a unique opportunity to gain

insight into how others in your industry handle issues which commonly arise inconstruction litigation. Leading USLAW member attorneys and high-level clientsfrom across the country join together to share their respective ideas, strategies andexperiences from which you will gain valuable insights and practical informationthat will, in turn, help you and your staff succeed.

• Design vs. construction liability• Contractual indemnification• Additional insured tenders

• Effective mediation strategies tobring resolution to complex cases

• Occurrence

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

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CONSTRUCTION LAWEXCHANGE 2014

An engagingSIMULATEDMEDIATION

involving manyof the complex

issues that arisein construction

matters

MONDAYOctober 27AFTERNOONArrivals

EVENING 5PM - 6:45 P.M.GOLD BoutiqueNightclub & Lounge

7 P.M.Zarkana™ byCirque du Soleil®

TUESDAYOctober 287:00 A.M. – 8:00 A.M. Breakfast andRegistration

8:00 A.M. – 8:10 A.M. Opening Remarks

8:10 A.M. – 9:10 A.M.Guest Ethics Speaker –Marianne M. Jennings

9:10 A.M. – 9:30 A.M.Mid-Morning Break

9:30 A.M. – 12:00 P.M.Driving the Dialogue: Simulated Mediation

12:00 P.M. – 1:00 P.M.USLAW “Fast Lanes”Luncheon

1:00 P.M. – 2:00 P.M.Continuation ofSimulated Mediation

2:00 P.M.Close of Program andDepartures

Guest Ethics Speaker

CLE CREDITS...Continuing Legal Education (CLE) Credits are available for invited client guests

attending the Construction Law Exchange. Application will be made to all stateswhere invited client guests are licensed assuming USLAW receives the event registration

by October 1, 2014. Most states will approve up to 3.5 hours of credit.

Marianne M. JenningsProfessor Marianne Jennings is an emeritusprofessor of legal and ethical studies in businessfrom the W.P. Carey School of Business atArizona State University, having retired in 2011after 35 years of teaching there. She continues toteach graduate courses in business ethics atcolleges around the country, and retuned to ASUto teach graduate courses in late 2013.

During her tenure at ASU, she served in manydifferent capacities: director of the Joan andDavid Lincoln Center for Applied Ethics (1995-1999); faculty director for the MBA ExecutiveProgram (2006-2007); associate dean (1986-

1987); chair of the University Hearing Board (1995-2011); and faculty athleticrepresentative to the NCAA and PAC-10 (1986-1987).

Professor Jennings earned her undergraduate degree in finance and her J. D. fromBrigham Young University. Her internships were with the Federal Public Defenderand U.S. Attorney in Nevada, and she has done consulting work for law firms,businesses and professional groups including AES, Boeing, Dial Corporation,Mattel, Motorola, CFA Institute, Southern California Edison, the Arizona AuditorGeneral, the Cities of Phoenix, Mesa, and Tucson, the Institute of Internal Auditors,Coca-Cola, DuPont, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Motorola, Mattel, Pepsi, Hy-Vee Foods,IBM, Bell Helicopter, Amgen, Raytheon, and VIAD.

Professor Jennings has authored hundreds of articles in academic, professionaland trade journals. Currently she has six textbooks and monographs in circulation.

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GOLD LOUNGE &ZARKANA!

JOIN USLAW NETWORK ON MONDAY, OCTOBER 27...5PM - 6:45PM GOLD Boutique Nightclub & Lounge(located directly in front of the Cirque du Soleil Zarkana™ Theater) is a 3,756-square-footultra-lounge designed by Cirque’s creative team and characterized by its glamorous feel. Thelounge’s modern decor features a striking black and gold color palette that exudessophistication and a sense of refinement...comfortable, yet classy.

7PM Zarkana™ by Cirque du Soleil® is a spirited voyage through anabandoned theater where an extraordinary circus comes back to life. Populated by a motleycollection of off-the-wall characters and incomparable acrobats, Zarkana is a visual vortex setin a twisted acrobatic fantasy universe where, little by little, chaos and craziness give way to atrue celebration. Zarkana™ is a quintessential Cirque du Soleil spectacular featuring aninternational cast of 70 world class acrobats, aerialists, jugglers, high wire and trapeze artists.

ARIA RESORT & CASINO

LOCATIONLocated eight minutes from the airport, and at the center of the most exciting city in theworld is Aria Resort & Casino, a triumph of design inspiring an appreciation of art andarchitecture. The concept of intelligent luxury comes alive here — beauty, comfort andinnovation — with a purpose.

HOTEL RESERVATIONS AND RATESA block of rooms has been reserved at the Aria Resort & Casino for Exchangeattendees. The group rate is $185 for single/double accommodations plus a $25 dailyresort fee. The group rate is available three days prior and post conference based onhotel availability. To make a reservation at the hotel, please call (702) 590-7757 andreference USLAW NETWORK to secure the group rate. Reservations must bereceived by the cut-off date of September 25, 2014; however, please bookas soon as possible.

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WHY USLAWIn today’s global marketplace, legal needs often transcend geographic boundaries.To operate globally, you need to have an edge locally. This requires an in-depthunderstanding of local cultures, economies, laws, governments, trends and businessclimates. This kind of edge not only enhances your competitive position, but also allowsyou to anticipate – and even influence – changes in the market, and to react quickly andeffectively.

Clients with these types of complex needs turn to USLAW NETWORK (USLAW) memberfirms to represent them in the courtroom and the boardroom, next door and across theUnited States and around the world. USLAW member firms are some of the most highlyrespected law firms in their respective jurisdictions. Each member firm is admitted onlyafter substantial due diligence and are rigorously reviewed to ensure they meet USLAWquality service standards.

The collective expertise of USLAW member firms is impressive. National and internationallaw firms, while they may have scores of offices, do not have access to the depth of thelegal resources available through USLAW. As well, our lawyers know and respect eachother. Through friendship, networking and resource-sharing, USLAW attorneys develop thetype of cooperation and client-focused service that corporations demand of their legalcounsel.

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The USLAW NETWORK Construction Law Practice Group is a nationwide network ofexperienced product attorneys committed to providing the highest quality legal services to

effectively and efficiently achieve the goals of the clients we serve. We share a commitmentto integrity and professionalism and are dedicated to finding creative and cost-effective

solutions to the full range of construction law exposures so that the results we achieve exceedthe expectations of our clients.

Why Choose USLAW Construction Law Firms?The members of the USLAW Construction Law Group represent owners, developers, generalcontractors, subcontractors in all trade specialties, construction managers, design professionalsincluding architects and engineers, construction product manufacturers, and material suppliers. Someof our members also represent insurance companies in connection with construction-related issues.

Collectively, the group’s members provide a wide variety of legal services related to a myriad ofconstruction issues. Construction attorneys with diverse practice areas are brought together in aforum which allows for a sharing of ideas, insights and perspectives. By creating a national forum ofexperienced construction attorneys and industry representatives actively networking to shareinformation, experiences, resources and business opportunities, our members stay ahead of thecurve with respect to current trends and construction market changes and deliver the most efficientand effective service to clients. Through seminars, publications, webinars, and the exchange ofexpert and research information, our members have access to the most current and comprehensiveresources to effectively serve their clients in litigation, transactional matters, risk avoidance, riskreduction and alternative dispute resolution.

The members of USLAW’s Construction Law Group are uniquely qualified to assist clients inconstruction related legal issues and disputes. Our focus is to provide our clients with access to ateam of top lawyers who have extensive and practical experience in all aspects of construction lawand who are dedicated to helping provide solutions to our clients’ most pressing and complexconstruction related needs. The construction process is more challenging daily with the advent ofnew construction techniques, new relationships on the job site, insurance issues and other issuesthat have to be recognized and addressed. Our members provide counseling and representationfrom the bid/planning phase up through the close of the project and beyond as we strive to provideour clients with the tools to stay abreast of a dynamic and ever-changing construction landscape.

Because of our group members’ experience and depth in this area, individual attorneys in the USLAWConstruction Group are uniquely well equipped to help our clients in handling numerous and variedtypes of claims, cases and transactional matters, as well as a variety of construction related insuranceissues. Through our network contacts with the USLAW firms, our members have access to qualified,experienced legal counsel in almost any area of construction and across numerous jurisdictions.

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Construction Law Exchange 2014

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October 28, 2014

ARIA Resort & CasinoLas Vegas, Nevada

Complete the information above and email, fax or mail to USLAW.

Mail registration form to:Roger YaffeUSLAW NETWORKConstruction Law Exchange 20145905 NW 54th CircleCoral Springs, FL 33067

Fax registration form to: (800) 231-9110

Email registration information to:roger@uslaw.org

Register online at:web.uslaw.org/2014-lasvegas-exchanges/

For questions, please call (800) 231-9110, ext. 1Registration Deadline: Monday, October 20, 2014

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