- videocam Live Webinar with Live Q&A
- calendar_month May 5, 2026 @ 1:00 p.m. ET./10:00 a.m. PT
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- schedule 90 minutes
AIA Contract Documents Developments: What Construction Lawyers Need to Know
Traditional and Progressive Design-Build Updates and More
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About the Course
Introduction
This CLE course will examine the most recent critical modifications to the AIA Contract Documents, including updates to design-build documents for traditional and progressive versions of the design-build delivery method.
Description
AIA Contract Documents are the industry standard for managing contractual relationships in construction and design projects.
One of the most significant recent revisions to the AIA documents focused on design-build documents, including updated form contract documents for traditional design-build construction projects and the introduction of a new set of progressive design-build forms.
Traditional design-build and progressive design-build projects differ primarily in their contract structure, timing of price negotiations, and level of collaboration. The progressive design-build form provides a more flexible and defined contract reflecting greater owner involvement in project design and allowing for a more evolutionary design process.
Listen as our authoritative panel of construction attorneys walks you through the latest, most significant modifications of the AIA Contract Documents.
Presented By
Mr. Adelstein represents general contractors, subcontractors, design professionals, developers, associations, suppliers, sureties, and owners in a myriad of construction matters including, without limitation, construction/design defect claims, schedule-based claims (including inefficiency, lost productivity, and acceleration claims), bid protests, payment disputes, lien and bond claims, liability and property insurance issues, and a host of other issues that affect the construction industry. He prepares and negotiates construction contracts for clients utilizing AIA, EJCDC, and AGC industry form documents, as well as contracts that are not based on an industry form document.
Ms. Colon is a legal advisor focused on deals involving public and private construction projects and real estate development. Licensed in both Florida and New York, she is known for her negotiation skills and her track record in resolving complex construction disputes. Among her notable achievements is her representation of a design builder in a groundbreaking $1 billion convention center renovation and expansion project. Ms. Colon's legal knowledge spans various sectors, including aviation, where she has successfully handled legal matters related to airport expansions and aircraft hangar constructions. Ms. Colon navigates complex construction claims with the aim of resolving, not creating, disputes. She is also a skilled litigator who represents clients in courts and arbitration proceedings alike. Ms. Colon also has a robust transactional practice, in which she assists clients in drafting and negotiating construction contracts across various project delivery systems. She possesses a deep understanding of industry-standard contract forms and works closely with clients throughout their deals.
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This 90-minute webinar is eligible in most states for 1.5 CLE credits.
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Date + Time
- event
Tuesday, May 5, 2026
- schedule
1:00 p.m. ET./10:00 a.m. PT
I. Introduction
II. A141-2024 (Traditional Design-Build)
III. A141PDB-2024 (Progressive Design-Build)
IV. Other significant revisions/updates to AIA Contract Documents
V. Key takeaways
The panel will review these and other important considerations:
- What significant changes have been made to the traditional design-build documents? Why?
- Why was a progressive design-build form created? Under what circumstances should it be used?
- What other recent changes/developments to AIA Contract Documents should counsel be aware of?
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