When you take on a smaller commercial project, you may feel pressure to move quickly and keep costs down. At the same time, you still need a solid agreement that reflects your scope, risk tolerance, and payment expectations. How to modify AIA A101 for small commercial projects becomes a critical question when the standard form
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Jonathan Berjikian Earns Appointment to AIA Contract Documents Committee Liaison Role
If you rely on standard form agreements to structure risk on your projects, changes to those documents matter. We are proud to announce that Baker Law attorney Jonathan Berjikian has earned an appointment to the AIA Contract Documents Committee liaison role, joining founding attorney Jeremy S. Baker in this important position, at a time when
Jeremy S. Baker Appointed to AAA and ICDR Construction Arbitration Panels
We are proud to announce that our founding attorney, Jeremy S. Baker, was recently appointed to the Construction Arbitration Panels of the American Arbitration Association (AAA) and the International Centre for Dispute Resolution (ICDR), marking a significant milestone in the field of construction dispute resolution. If you are an architect, engineer,
Jeremy S. Baker recognized as 2026 Illinois Super Lawyer by Thomson Reuters, 8th Consecutive Year
Baker Law Group, LLC is pleased to share that Jeremy S. Baker has been recognized as a 2026 Illinois Super Lawyer by Thomson Reuters, marking his eighth consecutive year receiving this distinction. For clients who rely on experienced attorneys in design and construction counsel, this recognition reflects a sustained commitment to serving architects, engineers
How to Defeat Mechanics Lien Claims in Chicago
Defeating mechanics lien claims in Chicago, is often possible for experienced construction attorneys. The smallest error or inaccuracy in the recorded document can void the lien.
Jeremy has defended property owner, developer, and lender clients from dozens and dozens of lien claims. He has identified flaws with many of those liens. Sometimes, this invalidated
How Does Value-Based Pricing for Legal Services Work?
One of my new freedoms – as the owner of a law firm – is the ability to price my services creatively. My billing arrangements are based on what clients consider to be appropriate value-based billing fees. This can be based on time spent or fixed fees, but also on results achieved.
Sure, hourly billing
Jeremy Baker recognized as 2025 Illinois Super Lawyer by Thomson Reuters 7th Consecutive Year
Jeremy has been named among the top 5% of lawyers in Illinois with his inclusion in Thomson Reuters’ 2025 list of Illinois Super Lawyers. Jeremy was recognized for his work in Construction Litigation and Alternative Dispute Resolution, marking his sixth consecutive year as a Super Lawyer. He was honored by Thomson Reuters five times previously
Intellectual Property Principles and Rights for Architects
Jeremy gave a presentation to AIA Chicago entitled “Intellectual Property Principles and Rights for Architects,” which AIA Chicago described on its website as follows:
Jeremy S. Baker from Baker Law Group LLC will join the Practice Management Knowledge Community (PMKC) Co-Chairs as he examines design professional intellectual property principles and rights. From those
Jeremy Baker Featured on the “Building Scale” Podcast
We are thrilled to announce that Jeremy Baker, founder of Baker Law Group, recently appeared as a guest on the “Building Scale” podcast. In this insightful episode, Jeremy delves into the intricacies of contract negotiation, risk allocation, and the importance of interpersonal skills within the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) industry.
Jeremy’s extensive experience
Flat Fee Residential Contracts
Why Is It Crazy to Start a Home Improvement Project without a Good Contract?
Why Are Good Construction Contracts Essential to Completing Projects on BUDGET?
Why Are Good Contraction Contracts Essential to Completing Projects on SCHEDULE?
Why Are Honest Contractors Sometimes Forced to Misuse Propect Owner’s Money?
What’s the Biggest Financial Mistake Owners Make on