Collaborative Construction Contracts for Complex and International Projects
A live 90-minute CLE video webinar with interactive Q&A
This CLE webinar will brief construction counsel on the use of collaborative construction contracts for complex and international construction projects. The panel will discuss the key requirements for collaborative contracting, advantages and disadvantages, and best practices for reducing disputes and maximizing efficiency so projects can be completed on time and on budget.
Outline
- Overview of collaborative contracting in the construction industry
- Key differences between traditional and collaborative contracting models
- Advantages of collaborative contracting
- Disadvantages of collaborative contracting
- Dispute resolution and other issues
- Best practices for building a more collaborative culture
Benefits
The panel will cover these and other key issues:
- What projects are suitable for collaborative contracting and what are some practical considerations for successful implementation?
- What are the advantages and disadvantages of collaborative contracting?
- What are best practices for drafting dispute resolution provisions in the collaborative contract context?
Faculty

Christopher S. (Kit) Houston
Partner
Taft Stettinius & Hollister
Mr. Houston has vast experience and expertise in negotiating and drafting construction contracts employing various... | Read More
Mr. Houston has vast experience and expertise in negotiating and drafting construction contracts employing various delivery models, including IPD, DB, DBB, CMAR, CMMP, and PPP. While his practice is focused on construction contract drafting, he has a rich history in general real estate and development issues. As a part of his real estate practice, Mr. Houston advises clients on legal issues encountered with acquisitions, development, land use and zoning, financing, commercial leasing (office/retail/industrial), and title. Specifically, he acts as outside counsel to a major multi-state hospital network, where he negotiates medical office leases, ground leases, and purchase and sale agreements.
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Peter Kamminga, Ph.D., LL.M
Founder
Kamminga Consulting
Dr. Kamminga is an international expert in contractual relations. As a trained lawyer and behavioral scientist for the... | Read More
Dr. Kamminga is an international expert in contractual relations. As a trained lawyer and behavioral scientist for the past 20 years he developed a unique expertise in the fields of dispute resolution and contracts. Dr. Kamminga is regularly asked to consult with large public and private organizations to advise them on optimally designing their procurement process, contracts and contractual relations. Over the years he has addressed thousands of professionals in many countries on themes of collaboration and negotiation. Dr. Kamminga continues to lead discussions on topics of collaboration, complex contracts, contract law and theory, contract design, and negotiation and mediation. His collection of published works include over 50 peer reviewed articles in scholarly and practice journals, and five books on subjects ranging from dispute resolution, to collaboration and contracts. Currently, Dr. Kamminga holds a position as an Associate Professor at VU Amsterdam University and as an affiliated scholar at Harvard Law School Program on Negotiation.
CloseEarly Discount (through 02/10/23)
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Early Discount (through 02/10/23)
You may pre-order a recording to listen at your convenience. Recordings are available 48 hours after the webinar. Strafford will process CLE credit for one person on each recording. All formats include course handouts.