Construction disputes aren't just legal problems—they're campaigns. Pick the wrong battlefield and you lose three moves later. Pick the right one and you control cost, exposure, leverage, and ultimately the outcome. This session breaks down the modern Art of War for construction professionals, examining when to fight in arbitration versus litigation, with analysis, case studies, and tactical insights attendees can use immediately.

Landen Lamberth, Complex Claims Specialist - Construction Defect - Selective Insurance

A comparison of arbitration and litigation, highlighting key differences at each stage. This session will explore the benefits and pitfalls of utilizing the arbitration process in the current litigation environment from both plaintiff and defendant perspectives.

 

A seasoned claims professional and a veteran trial lawyer with expertise in counseling and jury psychology shares lessons from over 180 trials to identify favorable jurors and deploy effective persuasion techniques.

 

Debbie Champion, Member - Rynearson Suess Schnurbusch & Champion

Mitzi McLean, Director, Assistant General Counsel - Davita, Inc.