Lorman Education Services presents 'Construction Lien Law' seminar on November 10, 2005.

This 'Construction Lien Law' seminar will provide all those who work in the construction field with the law, forms, techniques and strategies to properly create and preservelien rights, as well as several other areas of law important to collections in the construction industry.

(PRWEB) October 6, 2005 -- For anyone involved in the construction industry, the ultimate goal is to be paid. To assure that you are properly and timely paid for your labor, materials or equipment provided, it is necessary to follow specific steps which sometimes involve the filing of a construction lien or bond claim.

This seminar will provide all those who work in the construction field in South Florida with the law, forms, techniques and strategies to properly create and preserve lien rights, as well as several other areas of law important to collections in the construction industry.

Melinda Gentile, Esq., is a partner in the law firm of Peckar & Abramson, P.C., and is board certified in construction law by The Florida Bar. She has developed a particular expertise in all aspects of construction law and construction dispute resolution and has demonstrated success in preparing and handling construction matters ranging from bid protests to contract disputes and from construction liens to defect claims.

In addition to her construction law practice, Ms. Gentile maintains an active practice in other areas of general, civil and commercial litigation. Her construction law practice has provided substantial experience and understanding of the development and construction process, which is used to assist engineers, contractors, construction managers, subcontractors, architects, owners, materialmen, suppliers, laborers and sureties in avoiding and resolving disputes during the construction process.

Ms. Gentile's representation begins at the earliest stages of the construction process and continues through completion and any subsequent disputes which may arise. She endeavors, wherever possible, to resolve disputes that arise during the contracting and construction process immediately in an effort to avoid litigation upon completion of the project. When dispute resolution cannot be accomplished during the construction process, Ms. Gentile has vigorously represented her clients in varied litigation proceedings. She has successfully handled a variety of matters before state courts, federal courts, and in arbitration, mediation, administrative proceedings and private negotiations.

Neal I. Sklar, Esq., is a partner in the law firm of Peckar & Abramson, P.C., and is board certified in construction law by The Florida Bar. His primary area of practice is construction law, which includes the representation of general contractors, subcontractors, property owners, material suppliers and design professionals in a variety of construction related matters.

Mr. Sklar's services include the preparation and negotiation of construction contracts as well as the negotiation, mediation, arbitration and litigation of construction contract disputes, construction lien claims, construction defect claims, design defect claims, bond claims, insurance claims and related matters.

A substantial portion of his practice involves providing on-site counsel and day-to-day guidance to clients on small, medium and some of the nation's largest construction projects. When litigation is required, Mr. Sklar has vigorously represented his clients in assorted litigation proceedings. He has successfully handled a wide range of matters before state courts, federal courts, arbitration tribunals, mediation panels, administrative boards, in out of court negotiations and in appellate arenas.

Mr. Sklar has represented clients in cases involving concrete, roofing, foundation, bulkhead, drywall, water proofing, stucco, paint, window and door assemblies, HVAC and several other building components. Additionally, his practice includes real property litigation, commercial litigation, mortgage foreclosure litigation and business torts.

Mr. Sklar received his B.A. degree from the University of Miami and his law degree from Nova University, Shephard Broad Law Center. He is admitted to practice law before the United States Court of Appeals for the 11th Circuit, the United States District Court for the Southern and Middle Districts of Florida, as well as all courts of the state of Florida. Mr. Sklar is a member of numerous professional organizations, has also authored several articles on current developments in construction law and is a frequent lecturer at seminars on construction-related matters.

Gary M. Stein, Esq., is a partner in the law firm of Peckar & Abramson, P.C. His primary areas of practice are construction and real property disputes. This includes the representation of owners, developers, general contractors and subcontractors in the litigation, arbitration and mediation of construction and design defect claims, contract claims, as well as the negotiation and preparation of construction documents and related matters.

Mr. Stein received his B.A. degree from the University of Florida and his J.D. degree from the University of Miami. He has lectured before various professional groups and has authored articles on construction related matters in various publications. Mr. Stein is a member of the Panel Of Arbitrators, American Arbitration Association, Academy of Florida Trial Lawyers, Dade County Bar Association, American Bar Association -- Construction Industry Forum, The Florida Bar, Construction Specifications Institute, the AGC South Florida Chapter and the American Trial Lawyers Association.

This one-day seminar is designed for attorneys whose practice involves construction related matters, lenders, owners/developers, contractors, construction managers, subcontractors, material suppliers, architects, engineers, controllers, project managers, presidents, vice presidents and others involved in the construction industry.

To register for this event please click http://www.lorman.com/info/357805 or please call 866-352-9539 to speak with a Lorman Education customer service representative. Reference number for this event is 18189.

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