Helping Subcontractors "Do It Like A Lawyer"
Win more projects, eliminate claims, maximize profits.
Win more projects, eliminate claims, maximize profits.
Whether you're negotiating with GCs, subcontractors, or suppliers, this session equips you with the lawyer's edge to secure deals that protect your business and maximize profitability.
Learn how to influence project stakeholders, from owners to subcontractors, using proven lawyer techniques that drive decisions in your favor and keep projects on track.
From team members to owners, GCs, subs, and everything in between, navigate difficult conversations with calm, strategy, and focus, like a lawyer.
Contracts are the foundation of any successful construction project. This full-day session gives you the lawyer’s approach to redlining, negotiating, and maximizing your contracts. Learn how to protect your business, avoid costly disputes, and secure favorable terms in every agreement.
The last thing you’d expect a lawyer to say is, “You don’t need a lawyer for every situation.” But that’s exactly what I believe. My mission is simple: to equip construction leaders like you with the tools to take ownership of your contracts, negotiate with confidence, persuade with impact, and communicate strategically.
When you master these skills, you reduce your dependency on lawyers, saving time, money, and frustration. You’ll learn how to navigate challenges, secure better outcomes, and protect your business—all with the precision and power of a lawyer.
And when you do need a lawyer for those high-stakes moments, I’m here to step in as your trusted partner, ready to help you handle the complex legal issues that require expert support.
Because at the end of the day, the best way to protect your business is to "Do It Like A Lawyer"™—proactively, strategically, and with purpose.
Construction isn’t just my career—it’s my life. With nearly 15 years of experience as a construction attorney, I’ve dedicated my professional life to helping subcontractors and construction leaders protect their businesses, win more projects, and maximize profitability.
But construction is more than just my profession. I live it every single day. I even met my husband, Jeremy, through my work in this industry—we first met when he worked for one of my clients and took one of my trainings. As a mechanical superintendent, he understands the challenges and triumphs of this industry just as deeply as I do. We’ve built our lives around this shared passion, giving me a unique perspective and personal investment in helping construction professionals succeed.
I live and breathe this industry, which means I understand the realities you face every day. My mission is to provide actionable strategies and practical solutions that protect your business, minimize risk, and maximize profitability.
When you work with me, you’re not just getting a lawyer—you’re getting a partner who truly understands what it takes to thrive in construction.
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